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Jack Black stars as expert crafter Steve in A Minecraft Movie teaser: "Anything you can dream about here, you can make."
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Jack Black stars as expert crafter Steve in A Minecraft Movie teaser
Quick Glance: Minecraft Movie Trailer Sparks Mixed Reactions
  • The first trailer for the Minecraft movie featuring Jason Momoa presents a strange mix of CGI and Jack Black as Steve.

  • Audience reactions are largely negative, with many criticizing the live-action approach and preferring an animated format.

  • The story follows four characters who are pulled into the Minecraft world and must face challenges to return home.

  • Officially titled 'A Minecraft Movie,' the film is set for release in 2025 and evokes comparisons to other films like Jumanji.
James Earl Jones, renowned actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93: American actor James Earl Jones, an imposing stage and screen presence who overcame a ...
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James Earl Jones, renowned actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
Quick Glance: James Earl Jones: Iconic Voice of a Generation Passes Away
  • James Earl Jones passed away at 93, renowned for his iconic voice in films like 'The Lion King' and as Darth Vader.

  • He overcame racism and a severe stutter to achieve numerous accolades, including two Emmys, a Grammy, and an honorary Oscar.

  • Jones' remarkable career spanned significant roles in theater and film, making him a role model for aspiring actors.

  • His legacy endures through the renaming of Broadway's Cort Theatre in his honor and the memories of his substantial contributions to the arts.
Kamala sliced Trump like sashimi, when he wasn’t doing it himself: Trump saved his best for last, but it was too late to recover from what will go down as a ...
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Kamala sliced Trump like sashimi, when he wasn’t doing it himself
People are in ‘tears’ over Princess Catherine’s video with Prince William and kids
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People are in ‘tears’ over Princess Catherine’s video with Prince William ...
Quick Glance: Catherine Shares Progress After Chemotherapy
  • Catherine, Princess of Wales, has completed her chemotherapy and reflects on her challenging journey.

  • In an emotional video, she describes her cancer experience as complex and unpredictable.

  • Although she plans a few public appearances, her health will remain her main focus in the coming months.

  • Catherine emphasizes a renewed sense of hope and appreciation for life despite the challenges.
Elon Musk could be world’s first trillionaire by 2027: Elon Musk is on track to become the world’s first trillionaire, as soon as 2027, according to a new study ...
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Elon Musk could be world’s first trillionaire by 2027
Quick Glance: Elon Musk: First Trillionaire by 2027?
  • Elon Musk is set to become the world's first trillionaire by 2027, with his wealth growing at an annual rate of 110%.

  • The Trillion Dollar Club report predicts Gautam Adani will be the second trillionaire in 2028, followed by Jensen Huang and Prajogo Pangestu.

  • Public interest in who will become the first trillionaire has been ongoing since John D. Rockefeller was named a billionaire in 1916.

  • Musk faced backlash for a controversial post about the Holocaust, which he later deleted.
Huawei seeks to steal spotlight from Apple with launch of $2,800 tri-fold smartphone
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Huawei seeks to steal spotlight from Apple with launch of $2 ...
Quick Glance: Huawei's Tri-Fold Phone Sparks Pride Amid Price Concerns
  • Huawei's Mate XT, the first tri-foldable smartphone, has sparked national pride in China despite its price of 19,999 yuan.

  • The launch follows Huawei's re-entry into the 5G market and is celebrated as a triumph over U.S. sanctions.

  • However, a Weibo poll reveals that most consumers do not intend to purchase the expensive phone.

  • The high price has been criticized as inappropriate during a period of economic uncertainty.
TV duel: "America deserves better" - | Harris puts Trump in the spotlight: Kamala Harris is doing well in her most important chance to convince the undecided ...
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TV duel:
Missouri Supreme Court will allow abortion amendment on the ballot: Voters in Missouri will be able to vote on an amendment to protect abortion access ...
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Missouri Supreme Court will allow abortion amendment on the ballot
Missouri High Court Restores Abortion Measure to Ballot: The court ruled hours before the state’s deadline for printing ballots for absentee voters.
nytimes.com/2024/09/10/us/missouri-abortion-ballot.html
Missouri High Court Restores Abortion Measure to Ballot
WATCH: Harris says Trump era led to trade deficit, 'invited trade wars'
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WATCH: Harris says Trump era led to trade deficit, 'invited trade ...
Stephen King Campaigning For Return Of Horror Series With 96% On Rotten Tomatoes: Stephen King is spearheading a campaign to bring back a surreal ...
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Stephen King Campaigning For Return Of Horror Series With 96% On Rotten ...
What Beyoncé’s Snub at the CMAs Says About Country Music’s Dangerous Hierarchy: 'Jim Crow never left America; he just went country,' writes Taylor Crumpton.
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What Beyoncé’s Snub at the CMAs Says About Country Music’s Dangerous ...
Fearless Fund drops grant program for Black women business owners in lawsuit settlement
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Fearless Fund drops grant program for Black women business owners in ...
China’s Huawei unveils its answer to Apple’s iPhone 16. But it comes with a hefty price tag
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China’s Huawei unveils its answer to Apple’s iPhone 16. But it comes with ...
Liam Gallagher fumes he has 'rudest fans in world' and is 'sick of this s***': Liam Gallagher previously failed to hold back when he broke his silence over the ...
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Liam Gallagher fumes he has 'rudest fans in world' and is 'sick of this ...
Quick Glance: Oasis Ticket Prices Spark Fan Frustration
  • Liam Gallagher humorously commented on the inflated ticket prices for Oasis shows, which left fans frustrated.

  • The band's reunion coincided with record sales of their debut album, but many fans faced issues when purchasing tickets.

  • The Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Ticketmaster for potential breaches of consumer protection law regarding dynamic pricing.

  • Oasis clarified that they had no control over ticket pricing and that the execution of their pricing strategy failed under high demand.
Big Lots files for bankruptcy, says more store closures could be coming: More store closures could be coming, too. Big Lots is in the process of closing roughly ...
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Big Lots files for bankruptcy, says more store closures could be coming
Pope Francis delivers medical supplies in visit to remote jungle town: Pope Francis flew deep into the jungle of the Southwestern Pacific island nation of Papua ...
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Pope Francis delivers medical supplies in visit to remote jungle town
Judge delays Trump hush money sentencing until after election  : A New York judge on Friday delayed former President Trump’s sentencing until Nov. 26 ...
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Judge delays Trump hush money sentencing until after election  
Quick Glance: Trump's Sentencing Delayed Until November
  • A New York judge has postponed Donald Trump's sentencing to November 26, ensuring no criminal penalties will occur before the election.

  • Trump has employed delays as a legal strategy to halt his prosecutions while aiming to regain the presidency.

  • Judge Juan Merchan cited the necessity of considering Trump's appeal as a reason for the delay.

  • Prosecutors agreed to the postponement, highlighting security concerns related to the sentencing process.
Russia, Iran to announce new bilateral treaty soon amid arms supply row : Russia has nearly completed the required procedures to sign a new bilateral treaty with ...
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Russia, Iran to announce new bilateral treaty soon amid arms supply row
WATCH: Trump praises 'heart and strength' of Supreme Court for overturning Roe v. Wade
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WATCH: Trump praises 'heart and strength' of Supreme Court for ...
Ketanji Brown Jackson reflects on her groundbreaking path to Supreme Court in new memoir
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Ketanji Brown Jackson reflects on her groundbreaking path to Supreme Court ...
Quick Glance: Ketanji Brown Jackson Advocates for Gift Disclosure Transparency
  • Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson emphasized the public's right to know what gifts judges accept to evaluate the impartiality of their decisions.

  • Her comments come amid intense scrutiny of the Supreme Court over undisclosed trips and gifts.

  • Jackson is considering supporting an ethics code for justices, stating that a binding code is standard for judges.

  • President Biden proposed reforms in July, including term limits and mandatory gift disclosure for the Supreme Court.
Meghan’s telling comment at Oprah event: Meghan Markle revealed she is entering a “chapter of joy” as she spoke at Oprah Winfrey’s book club on the eve of the ...
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Meghan’s telling comment at Oprah event
Quick Glance: Meghan Appears at Oprah's Book Club Event
  • Meghan Markle delivered a speech at Oprah Winfrey's book club, coinciding with the anniversary of the Queen's death.

  • The event took place at the newly opened Goodmothers bookstore, featuring displays of Prince Harry's memoir.

  • While details of Meghan's speech remain undisclosed, attendees shared images and snippets on social media.

  • An expert suggested that Meghan's autobiography could be a significant financial opportunity for the couple.
Democrats to hold hearing on Supreme Court’s Trump immunity decision: Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) on Monday announced that his panel ...
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Democrats to hold hearing on Supreme Court’s Trump immunity decision
U.S. Open draws a record 1 million fans over three weeks: More than a million fans passed through the gates of the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center over ...
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U.S. Open draws a record 1 million fans over three weeks
Jack Smith Isn’t Backing Down: After a Supreme Court ruling challenged his case, the special counsel filed a fresh indictment of Donald Trump.
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Jack Smith Isn’t Backing Down
Quick Glance: Trump Faces Updated Charges in Election Interference Case
  • Donald Trump has been indicted again after the Supreme Court excluded certain official acts in the prosecution.

  • The new indictment charges him with the same four counts as the original, but with reduced evidence to comply with the Supreme Court's instructions.

  • Trump criticized the indictment as shocking and a direct attack on democracy, while his campaign sought donations following the announcement.

  • His legal team intends to challenge the new indictment, arguing it still contains significant flaws despite the revisions.
Trump backs a Musk-led efficiency commission to audit the entire government: Trump said Musk's commission would recommend 'drastic reforms' and develop a plan to ...
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Trump backs a Musk-led efficiency commission to audit the entire ...
U.S. Spy Agencies ‘Really Worried’ About Second Trump Term: WSJ: Current and former intelligence officials fear a second Trump term will see the former president ...
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U.S. Spy Agencies ‘Really Worried’ About Second Trump Term: WSJ
Missouri high court allows abortion measure to stay on fall ballot: If approved by voters, the constitutional amendment would allow abortion until fetal ...
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Missouri high court allows abortion measure to stay on fall ballot
Elon Musk's Starlink says it will follow Brazil judge's order and block X after all
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Elon Musk's Starlink says it will follow Brazil judge's order ...
Quick Glance: Starlink Blocks X in Brazil Amid Legal Dispute
  • Starlink has agreed to comply with Brazil's order to block the X platform.

  • This decision follows a court ruling that froze Starlink's assets, while the company continues to challenge this order legally.

  • The Brazilian telecom agency Anatel confirmed that Starlink would implement the blocking within hours.

  • The conflict between X and Brazil has escalated over several months, particularly after Musk threatened to ignore legal directives.
The Immoral US Housing Crisis Is a Shame We Must Correct—Now: While the United States might indeed be the richest country in history, it hasn’t proven ...
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The Immoral US Housing Crisis Is a Shame We Must Correct—Now
Kamala Harris gives abortion rights advocates the debate answer they’ve longed for in Philadelphia
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Kamala Harris gives abortion rights advocates the debate answer they’ve ...
Elon Musk is wrong – high-status males shouldn’t be in charge of anything: The tech tycoon might be one of the world’s richest men, but his thoughts on who ...
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Elon Musk is wrong – high-status males shouldn’t be in charge of anything
Quick Glance: High Status Alone Isn't Enough for Leadership
  • Elon Musk advocates that only high-status men and neurodivergent individuals should lead, reflecting outdated sexist thinking.

  • History shows that self-centered leaders often lead to war, colonialism, and inequality, casting doubt on their suitability.

  • Modern leadership requires empathy and inclusive approaches, while Musk's one-dimensional perspective is outdated and misaligned with current societal needs.

  • The future of leadership lies in collaboration and understanding complex, interconnected realities, not in machismo and dominance.
Harry 'wanted out' of Firm years before quitting but relative got him to stay: It is almost exactly four years since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made the ...
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Harry 'wanted out' of Firm years before quitting but relative got him to ...
Quick Glance: Harry's Secret Desire for an Ordinary Life
  • Prince Harry contemplated leaving the royal family years prior to his resignation to pursue an 'ordinary life'.

  • In a 2017 interview, he expressed a desire to exit royal duties but chose to stay out of loyalty to his late grandmother, the Queen.

  • 2024 is expected to be a pivotal year for Harry and Meghan, with their media presence remaining strong.

  • The couple is planning a 'total reboot' of their brand while focusing on new projects and managing their public image carefully.
Donald Trump’s Camp Is Literally Praying He Won’t Blow Debate with VP Kamala Harris
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Donald Trump’s Camp Is Literally Praying He Won’t Blow Debate with VP ...
Justice Amy Coney Barrett: the Day My Son Found My Bulletproof Vest: The Supreme Court justice said her son’s initial response was “That’s so cool! Can I try it ...
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Justice Amy Coney Barrett: the Day My Son Found My Bulletproof Vest
Kagan Sees Threats to Everyday Rights Beyond Abortion: The justice said the Supreme Court’s reasoning in the Dobbs case called into question access to ...
nytimes.com/2024/09/09/us/politics/supreme-court-kagan-ethics.html
Kagan Sees Threats to Everyday Rights Beyond Abortion
North Carolina elections agency appeals to keep RFK Jr. on ballot: RFK Jr.'s name on the ballot could help sway the presidential race in the swing state.
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North Carolina elections agency appeals to keep RFK Jr. on ballot
Quick Glance: Court Orders Removal of RFK Jr. from Ballots
  • The North Carolina Court of Appeals has mandated the removal of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s name from absentee ballots, disrupting the state's voting process.

  • Kennedy suspended his presidential campaign and endorsed Donald Trump, prompting his request for removal from the ballot.

  • The elections board previously denied this request, citing the printing of over 1.7 million ballots.

  • Kennedy's legal team contended that failing to remove his name would confuse voters and infringe on his constitutional rights.
Justice Clarence Thomas faces new recusal demand after wife's alleged message to conservative group
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Justice Clarence Thomas faces new recusal demand after wife's alleged ...
Trump asks federal appeals court to delay his criminal hush money case: The request came after the judge in the case delayed Trump's sentencing.
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Trump asks federal appeals court to delay his criminal hush money case
Judge Cannon Should Be Removed in Trump Case, CREW Argues in New Legal Filing: Judge Aileen M. Cannon has shown bias in throwing out Trump’s classified documents ...
propublica.org/article/judge-aileen-cannon-trump-documents-case-ethics-complaint-crew-jack-smith
Judge Cannon Should Be Removed in Trump Case, CREW Argues in New Legal ...
Quick Glance: Request to Remove Judge Cannon from Trump Case
  • The Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) is requesting the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals to remove Judge Aileen Cannon from overseeing the former President Trump case.

  • CREW claims Cannon has made numerous attempts to undermine the prosecution, including dismissing critical documents.

  • Concerns about Cannon's potential bias and her slow management of the case have been raised in the filing.

  • The appeals court is anticipated to rule against Cannon again, as her unprecedented decisions have drawn significant scrutiny.
Trump Seeks Election as Free Felon After a Year of Legal Peril: Donald J. Trump’s sentencing in Manhattan was delayed, thanks in part to his legal resources and ...
nytimes.com/2024/09/08/nyregion/trump-election-felon-sentence-delay.html
Trump Seeks Election as Free Felon After a Year of Legal Peril
Jan. 6 can’t be denied in federal court: Inside the courtroom, judges and jurors silently absorb chilling sights and sounds from television screens. Outside ...
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Jan. 6 can’t be denied in federal court
Missouri abortion-rights amendment will appear on the ballot, state Supreme Court rules
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Missouri abortion-rights amendment will appear on the ballot ...
Ginni Thomas Email Praised Group Opposing SCOTUS Reform: In a call with donors, First Liberty Institute’s Kelly Shackelford read the supportive email he said ...
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Ginni Thomas Email Praised Group Opposing SCOTUS Reform
Trump to skip arraignment in federal election interference case: Trump will plead not guilty to the freshly revised indictment.
axios.com/2024/09/03/trump-arraignment-election-interference-case
Trump to skip arraignment in federal election interference case
Quick Glance: Trump's Efforts to Postpone Sentencing Unraveled
  • Donald Trump faces a lengthy appeals process after being convicted of 34 felony counts in the New York hush money case.

  • His attorneys filed another motion to transfer the case to federal court, claiming the original evidence was flawed and violated constitutional rights.

  • Special Counsel Jack Smith submitted a new indictment maintaining the original charges while modifying references to key figures involved.

  • Trump's legal team proposed an extended timeline for pretrial proceedings, indicating plans to challenge the new indictment and seek dismissal based on recent legal rulings.
Samuel Alito accepted concert tickets from conservative German aristocrat: US supreme court justice took $900 tickets from leader known for ties to rightwingers ...
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Samuel Alito accepted concert tickets from conservative German aristocrat
New citizens in Michigan share what voting means to them: New American voters, those who came to the U.S. as immigrants, refugees or asylum seekers ...
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New citizens in Michigan share what voting means to them
Harvard University Reports Drop in Black Freshmen After Court Ruling: Harvard University became the latest elite school to report a decline in first-year Black ...
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Harvard University Reports Drop in Black Freshmen After Court Ruling
Kamala Harris Highlights “Trump Abortion Bans” Across U.S., Vows to Restore Roe v. Wade
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Kamala Harris Highlights “Trump Abortion Bans” Across U.S. ...
Justice Samuel Alito’s Stock Portfolio Stands Apart on US Supreme Court: Justice Samuel Alito is the only US Supreme Court member with a stake in more than two ...
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Justice Samuel Alito’s Stock Portfolio Stands Apart on US Supreme Court
Students return to campus while affirmative action does not. What’s the impact?: The first freshman class since a Supreme Court ruling ended affirmative action ...
csmonitor.com/USA/Education/2024/0909/Supreme-Court-affirmative-action-ruling-college-students
Students return to campus while affirmative action does not ...
Biden admin to require mental health coverage parity: The White House says health insurers are not complying with 2008 law in a move that's likely to draw ...
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Biden admin to require mental health coverage parity
Why Harris will be US President: On November 5, 2024, US Vice President Kamala Harris will most likely make history in more ways than one.
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Why Harris will be US President
Quick Glance: Harris: The Next US President?
  • Vice President Kamala Harris is poised to become the first Black woman of Indian descent elected as President of the United States.

  • Her remarkable career began as a tough prosecutor and later as California's Attorney General, overseeing the largest state economy.

  • Harris has united the Democratic Party and garnered support from key voter demographics, including Independents and young people.

  • Polls indicate she is gaining traction in critical demographics, enhancing her chances for a historic election.
Judge lays out schedule in Trump's Jan. 6 case as election nears: November's election "is not relevant" to Trump's Jan. 6 case ...
axios.com/2024/09/05/trump-jan-6-case-immunity-schedule
Judge lays out schedule in Trump's Jan. 6 case as election nears
Justice Alito Reported $900 Concert Tickets From a German Princess: Princess Gloria von Thurn und Taxis, a former 1980s party girl and art collector who is now ...
nytimes.com/2024/09/08/us/politics/justice-alito-reported-900-concert-tickets-from-a-german-princess.html
Justice Alito Reported $900 Concert Tickets From a German Princess
Elon Musk offers to 'give a child' to Taylor Swift in vile tweet sparking huge online backlash
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Elon Musk offers to 'give a child' to Taylor Swift in vile tweet sparking ...
For a better-informed citizenry, pause for some fact checking during debates: The upcoming presidential debate should include a fact-checking pause to ensure ...
thehill.com/opinion/4870574-fact-checking-debate-protocols/
For a better-informed citizenry, pause for some fact checking during ...