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CNN Chief National Correspondent John King has embarked on a journey to listen to voters all over the map, starting with Nikki Haley supporters in Pennsylvania. These voters, who cast more than 158,000 primary votes for Haley even after she dropped out of the race, could be the key swing voters in the upcoming election. In the first episode of the three-part series, King travels to Pennsylvania to hear from these voters who are unsure about their choices between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. The podcast, All Over the Map, aims to share the stories and perspectives of voters in…

Fredrik Backman, a renowned Swedish author, rose to fame with his debut novel, “A Man Called Ove.” Originally published in Sweden, the book had a slow start in the United States but eventually found its way onto The New York Times bestsellers list, where it remained for an impressive 42 weeks. According to The New York Times, the book has sold over three million copies to date. Backman has since released several other popular titles, including “My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She’s Sorry” and “Anxious People.” If you’re new to Fredrik Backman’s work, you may be wondering where…

US Stocks Soar Amid Record Highs This Election Year Traders are celebrating as US stocks continue to break all-time high records in 2024, with the S&P 500 hitting new highs a staggering 31 times since the start of the year. Despite challenges like elevated interest rates, inflation, and economic uncertainty, investors remain optimistic, giving the markets the best start to an election year on record. The S&P 500 is up 14.6% year-to-date, marking the best election year start ever, and nearly 31% higher than its low in October 2023. Analysts attribute the strong gains to the reduction in uncertainty with…

UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira is set to defend his title against Jiri Prochazka in a highly-anticipated rematch at UFC 303. The event, which will be broadcast live on TNT Sports and discovery+, has seen several changes to the fight card. Conor McGregor was originally scheduled to make his return to the Octagon against Michael Chandler at UFC 303. However, McGregor had to withdraw from the event due to a broken toe. The co-main event has also undergone a complete overhaul, with former light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree initially set to face off. Rountree was removed…

News Reporter: On GPS: How to navigate our increasingly longer lives In a recent interview on GPS, economist and author Andrew Scott discussed the promises and challenges of our longer lifespans. Scott, author of “The Longevity Imperative”, provided insight into this important topic. According to Scott, as people live longer, there are both opportunities and challenges that come with increased longevity. He emphasized the importance of preparing for longer lives, both financially and socially. Scott’s research highlighted the need for individuals to rethink their approach to retirement planning, as traditional models may no longer be adequate. He suggested that people…

In a stunning turn of events, Huawei, a Chinese tech giant at the center of US-China tensions, has announced that over 900 million smartphones now use its in-house operating system Harmony OS. Speaking at a developer forum, Richard Yu, chairman of Huawei’s consumer business group, touted the company’s achievement, stating, “We have done in 10 years what our European and American counterparts have done in more than 30 years, and have achieved independent control of the core technology of the operating system.” Harmony OS, known as “Hongmeng” in Chinese, was introduced in 2019 following Huawei’s placement on a US trade…

Angel Reese had an outstanding performance, scoring 25 points and grabbing 16 rebounds to lead the Chicago Sky to a thrilling 88-87 victory over the Indiana Fever in Illinois. Despite a franchise-record 13 assists from Fever’s Caitlin Clark, who also contributed 17 points, Reese’s stellar play stole the show. This victory marked the first time Reese had beaten Clark since the 2023 NCAA championship game. The Sky’s win ended the Fever’s four-game winning streak and marked their first victory of the season against their opponents. Chicago found themselves trailing by 15 points, with the score at 82-70 and only 6:38…

In a stunning turn of events, a fire broke out at the Philadelphia State Correctional Institution in Graterford yesterday, causing significant damage to the facility. The fire, which started in the cafeteria, required the evacuation of approximately 1,500 inmates and forced the prison to be placed on lockdown. Emergency responders from multiple agencies quickly arrived at the scene to extinguish the flames and ensure the safety of all personnel involved. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries among the prisoners or staff during the evacuation process. Fire Chief Mark Kane stated, “The fire was contained to the cafeteria area, but the…

In a recent development, EU regulators have accused Apple of violating new digital competition rules. The allegations claim that Apple has been restricting app developers from directing consumers to more affordable services. This accusation follows an investigation initiated by the European Commission back in March. If proven guilty, Apple could potentially face a fine of up to 10% of its global revenue. As this is an ongoing investigation, more updates are expected to follow.

If you’re in the market for fine jewelry, gold is a favored option. Beyond its stunning appearance, gold is a durable metal that has the potential to be passed down from generation to generation if it’s properly cared for. If you’ve never purchased a piece of gold jewelry before, you may have some questions before making a purchase. Diamond experts share tips for buying the perfect engagement ring by addressing common questions that consumers may have. One of the first questions that may come to mind is what different colors gold jewelry comes in. Gold jewelry primarily comes in three…