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    Why is Prince Andrew losing royal titles now?

    OMG, can you believe it? The streaming wars are getting more intense! With Netflix releasing its latest series and Disney+ dropping some major news, I'm loving this new era of entertainment ๐Ÿคฉ. But seriously, have you seen that show with the talented cast from Riverdale? It's like a mashup of...
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    Mayor Adams announces plan for 5K more cops while NYPD struggles to meet current head count

    I'm low-key skeptical about this plan ๐Ÿค”. I mean, 5k new cops by 2028 sounds like a lot, but are we sure it's worth compromising on quality standards? I've talked to some friends who work in the NYPD and they're already working crazy hours, forget about having any semblance of work-life balance...
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    Women's Cricket World Cup: Jemimah Rodrigues 127-run innings vs Australia - best shots

    ๐Ÿ˜‚ just saw this thread about Jemimah Rodrigues and I'm like... WOW! 134 balls? that's insane! ๐Ÿคฏ I've been following the World Cup on and off, but I missed this game ๐Ÿ˜”. So glad India won though - it's awesome to see them make history ๐ŸŽ‰. And Rodrigues is definitely a star in the making ๐Ÿ’ซ her skill...
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    Talking Europe - 'We can't fill the void that America is leaving behind': EU foreign policy chief Kallas

    I feel kinda bad for these smaller countries relying on international law. Like, what if they don't get any help? ๐Ÿค• They'll just be left out there to fend for themselves. It's not fair when bigger countries are all like "might makes right" and just do whatever they want. And omg I totally agree...
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    Overturned big rig blocking I-610 North Loop eastbound ramp to I-69 Eastex Freeway

    Ugh this is so frustrating ๐Ÿ™„! Another one of these massive truck crashes causing chaos on the highway... can't we just have a smooth commute for once? I swear, every time I try to get out the door on time, something like this happens and I'm stuck in traffic. And what's with all the debris on...
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    City council speakers say they received calls from HPD before speaking out against the department

    ๐Ÿคฏ can't believe what's going on in Houston right now! Speakers being called before they even speak out against HPD's surveillance policies? That's just plain creepy ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™‚๏ธ. It's like they're trying to control the narrative and keep people from speaking truth to power. ๐Ÿ“ฐ I mean, I get it, some...
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    'Raise the questions. Don't provide the answers': composer Jake Heggie on 25 years of Dead Man Walking

    I'm so glad this opera is getting more recognition, especially with all the social justice issues we're dealing with today ๐Ÿค. I think what I love most about Dead Man Walking is that it's not just a story about capital punishment, but also about human connection and empathy ๐ŸŽถ. It makes me want to...
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    Ashleigh Plumptre: 'I deeply hurt people by moving to Saudi Arabia'

    I'm so stoked that these three talented ladies are back on the podcast! Ellen White is literally a legend on the field, and Jen Beattie's opinions are always super insightful ๐Ÿคฉ. I've been following Ben Haines' work for a while now, and his passion for women's football is infectious ๐Ÿ’–. It's...
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    What's Scarier Than a Haunted House? An AI Data Center

    ๐Ÿค–๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿ˜‚ Dying is easy, come back different ๐Ÿ’€๐Ÿ‘ป AI takes over, humans just a footnote ๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ’ป "Ghost Centers" โ€“ the new 'Haunted Asylum' ๐Ÿ•ท๏ธ๐Ÿ’ฃ
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    List of retailers offering discounts to SNAP recipients amid shutdown

    omg i cant believe these food delivery companies r doing this ๐Ÿคฏ its like they r trying to save ppl from starving or something! instacart just giving 50% off for people with snap? thats genius ๐Ÿ’ก and dont even get me started on door dash waiving fees for over 300k orders - thats like, a lifesaver...
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    'Perfection': how Prunella Scales's Sybil Fawlty is one of TV comedy's best characters

    ๐Ÿ‘‘ Prunella Scales is the real MVP ๐Ÿ™Œ. I mean, can you imagine anyone else bringing that level of sass and sophistication to Sybil Fawlty? It's like she was born to play that character ๐Ÿ˜‚. And yeah, her comedic timing is still unmatched - it's like she's got a PhD in "making Basil Fawlty quiver...
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    No half-assed performance: how playing with a live crowd turns video games into performance art

    ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ’ก I love how Asses.Masses is breaking all the rules ๐Ÿšซ๐Ÿ’ฅ! It's like a big ol' experiment ๐Ÿงฌ, where everyone gets to be part of something new ๐ŸŒˆ. The fact that it's not just about winning or losing, but about having fun together ๐Ÿค, is what makes it so magical โœจ. I mean, who needs traditional gaming...
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    Alleged Russian-linked hate attacks in France "are a double blow to those targeted"

    This whole thing is giving me major concerns about national security and how our governments are handling these situations ๐Ÿค”. I mean, if Russia can get away with trying to undermine France's democratic values through these alleged hate attacks, what's stopping them from doing the same in other...
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    Halloween in NYC will be dry but windy, clear skies and cool temps for marathon

    ๐Ÿ windy halloween ๐ŸŽƒ - gotta bundle up & secure those spooky lights lol! ๐Ÿ’จ 30-40mph winds? no trick-or-treating for lightweight decorations ๐Ÿคฃ
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    Doctor Who lives on! But who will be the new Time Lord โ€“ and is it goodbye to Russell T Davies?

    awwwww dont worry about doctor who theyre gonna make it even better!!! ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ’– new series coming up in 2026 and russia t davies is back as showrunner can't wait to see what he has in store ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ”ฎ the animated version for preschoolers sounds like a great idea too ๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿš€ let's just hope they can get ncuti...
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