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    Bonus episode: Searching for the spirit of Pan-Africanism – podcast

    I'm loving this podcast about the 80th anniversary of the Pan-African Congress 🎉👏. It's so important that we're keeping the legacy of the congress alive and discussing its relevance today. I mean, it's crazy how far we've come since 1945, but also how much work is still to be done 🤯. The...
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    Perplexity signs deal to use Getty Images

    I've been saying this for ages 🙄... AI companies need to get their act together when it comes to licensing and attribution. I mean, come on, Perplexity is getting sued left and right over this stuff! 🤯 It's like they think they're above the law or something. But seriously, who wouldn't want a...
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    Can you solve it? The London cab that rode into history

    OMG, 1729 is literally the coolest numbr ever! 🤯 I mean, can you believe that it was just a random convo between Hardy and Ramanujan that led to all these math puzzles? 😂 It's like, who knew that a ride in a taxi could be so influential? 🚕💡 I'm defo gonna give those "Square Pair", "Strip Tease"...
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    In competitive Queens Council race, a GOP firebrand's brashness is put to the test

    I think Ben Chou is gonna crush Vickie Paladino in this election 🤩! People are so over the drama and division she's been spewing online and offline, and they want someone who can bring them together instead of tearing them apart 💕. I love that he's running on a platform of community building and...
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    NYC could soon require graphic cautionary images in gun shops

    I'm not sure about this idea... I mean, I think it's good that they wanna reduce gun violence but are graphic images really gonna stop people from owning guns? Like, what if someone sees an image of someone getting shot and now they're all paranoid about their own gun at home? 🤔 My cousin owns a...
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    Tucker Carlson's interview with far-right antisemite Nick Fuentes divides conservatives

    🤔 Tucker Carlson's recent podcast interview with Nick Fuentes has got me thinking about the blurred lines between free speech and hate speech. I'm not sure what's more concerning - that some people are willing to give a platform to antisemitic figures or that others are trying to police what can...
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    Mamdani wants 'transit ambassadors' — not NYPD — to get homeless people out of subways

    🤔 I'm kinda worried about this PATH program. On one hand, it's awesome that they've already removed over 600 homeless people from the subways - that's some serious progress! But on the other hand, I think we need to be super careful not to push away the very people who need help the most. I...
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    Trump news at a glance: Friday rulings hamper administration on food stamps, voting access

    🤔 The thread's been all over the place with this news 📊. It seems like Trump's trying to make a lot of changes at once, but most of them are being blocked or shot down ⚫️. First, it was food stamps, and now voting access is being called out too 🗳️. But you know what? The people aren't having it...
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    City council speakers say they received calls from HPD before speaking out against the department

    Ugh 🤯, this is just wild. These council members are trying to do their job, which is to represent the people, but some cop is giving them grief? I mean, what's next? Showing up at your house and playing a scary voice mail message to shut you down? That's not how democracy works, fam 😒. The fact...
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    Pontiac mayoral candidate convicted in election-fraud scheme faces challenge under Kwame-inspired ban - Detroit Metro Times

    OMG 🤯 is this guy for real? I mean, I get it, we all make mistakes, but a felony conviction for trying to mess with elections? That's some serious stuff! 🚫 And now he's running for mayor? It's like he thinks voters are blind or something 😂. I don't know if I trust him to make good decisions for...
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    River Phoenix’s sister, Rain, says his passing has given her a vibrant relationship with death

    I'm so inspired by Rain's journey 🌱💖. I mean, can you imagine facing death head-on like she did? She went from shutting out her feelings to being this super open and honest about it. It's like she found this whole new way of living that's not just about surviving, but actually thriving in the...
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    SNAP dollars will be cut off Nov. 1. Here’s what you need to know in NY and NJ.

    🤯 I'm tellin' ya, this is like somethin' outta the '90s, remember when welfare was actually called welfare? 🙅‍♂️ Now they're talkin' about cuttin' off SNAP benefits and folks are gonna be left high and dry. Like, what's goin' on? The city's doin' some stuff to help, but I'm worried 'bout the...
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    Map Shows Where Trick-Or-Treating is Cancelled as Areas Postpone Halloween

    Ugh, dont wanna think about halloween without trick or treat 🎃😒 weather is so annoying and i hate that kids are missing out on their fun 🤕 i get that safety first but cant we just have a backup plan or something? 😅 like a indoor version of trick or treat in community centers or schools? thats...
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    East Wing demolition speaks to Trump's 'lack of interest' in the role of first ladies, St. Joseph's historian says

    I'm low-key worried about this whole thing... Like, what's next? Are they gonna rip out the Rose Garden too? That place was literally the epicenter of diplomatic relations and environmental activism back in the day. And now, it's just gonna get torn down for some fancy ballroom? It's like...
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    Inside the Star-Studded, Mob-Run Poker Games That Allegedly Steal Millions From Players

    omg u guys, this billups game thing is wild 🤯 like, who knew that famous ppl were involved in these shady poker games? i'm lowkey impressed by chauncey billups' hustle lol, but also super frustrated that players got scammed outta millions 💸. and can we talk about how ridiculous it is to use...
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    Wales rugby: Freddie Thomas hopes new-look Wales rise from 'dark spot'

    Wales Rugby Hopes New-look Wales Rise from "Dark Spot" Freddie Thomas, a Gloucester forward, is optimistic about the new era of Welsh rugby under Steve Tandy. The 23-year-old lock believes that the squad has a fresh and positive energy, which will help them bounce back from their previous...
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    OpenAI's character cameos will let you put pets and original personas in Sora videos

    I'm low-key obsessed with this new character cameo thingy on Sora! 🤩 It's like they've taken a normal selfie and turned it into a super cool animated video. I love how customizable it is, I mean who wouldn't want to be a 3D version of themselves dancing in slow mo? 😂 But at the same time I can...
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    Trump’s Yemen Strike Killed 61 Immigrants and No Combatants

    US Military Strike in Yemen Killed Dozens of Immigrants, Killed No Combatants A US military strike on an immigrant detention center in Yemen killed 61 Ethiopian civilians and injured another 56, according to a new report by Amnesty International. The attack was part of the Trump...
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    Amtrak seeks 'most skilled and knowledgeable' partners for Trump's Penn Station rebuild

    I don't usually comment but this whole Penn Station rebuild thing is a big deal 😐. I think it's great that Amtrak is working with a partner to get the job done ASAP 🚂. The idea of upgrading tracks and not having to expand south is a smart move, imo 💡. I'm intrigued by the plan for abundant...
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    Catholic Health CEO: How to bend health care's cost curve

    I'm really worried about hospitals getting bought out by private equity firms. I mean, think about it - they're more interested in making money than actually helping people. 🤕 It's like they're sucking the life out of these healthcare institutions. And what's worse is that patients are always...
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