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2 months ago | 
seacoastonline.com | Julius Lasin
The beginning of every new year with its wintry storms and flu season is a tough time for many local restaurants, and their owners, chefs, managers and staff. With repeated snowstorms slowing traffic in dining rooms, and illness wreaking havoc with staffing, this post-holiday period has been made even tougher in recent times with the sharply rising cost of food.
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Sep 5, 2024 | 
newsbreak.com | Julius Lasin
A Georgia community is remembering those killed in the shooting at Apalachee High School. Hunter Biden avoids a trial after pleading guilty to federal tax charges. And a historian with a strong track record for predicting presidential races has made his guess for November's election. 👋 Hi, it's Julius, tagging in for Laura today. A Georgia community is mourning the loss of the two students and two teachers who were killed Wednesday in a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder.
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Jul 29, 2024 | 
usatoday.com | Julius Lasin
Text messages indicate that a sniper spotted the gunman who shot former President Donald Trump earlier than previously reported. U.S. men's gymnastics has won an Olympic medal for the first time in 16 years. And President Joe Biden pushes for Supreme Court reform. 👋 Howdy, it's Julius! Are you ready for Monday's news? Let's get into it. But first, want a starter home? 🏠 It'll cost you $1 million in 237 U.S. cities. Is yours on the list?
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Jul 10, 2024 | 
usatoday.com | Julius Lasin
The full, final roster for the United States Olympic team has been announced. President Joe Biden's future comes into focus at the NATO summit. And Alec Baldwin's "Rust" shooting trial has begun. 👋 Hello! Julius here with your rundown of Wednesday's news. But first: The purrfect way to celebrate National Kitten Day! 😸 Watch the cutest collection of kitten tales.
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Jul 9, 2024 | 
usatoday.com | Julius Lasin
A heat wave batters the West Coast. Democrats continue to debate President Joe Biden's reelection viability. And why there's good news for folks looking to buy a home. 👋 Howdy, it's Julius! Are you ready for Tuesday's news? Let's get into it. But first: Paul Mescal takes on a rhinoceros. ⚔ See the trailer for "Gladiator II," starring Mescal, Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal.
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Jul 8, 2024 | 
usatoday.com | Julius Lasin
Beryl wreaks havoc in Texas after making landfall as a hurricane. President Joe Biden shrugs off calls to end his presidential campaign. And don't bother bringing your checkbook to Target stores after this week. 👋 It's Julius here, tagging in for my pal Laura this week! Let's get into Monday's news, shall we? But first: Animals in the classroom! 🦎 Here's how dogs, lizards and hamsters are helping students feel at ease.
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Mar 21, 2024 | 
usatoday.com | Julius Lasin
Millions of brackets are already busted as the first round of the men's NCAA Tournament begins. A historic kidney transplant — from a pig — was successful. And Apple is playing an unfair game of Monopoly, according to the Justice Department. 👋 Howdy! Julius checking in with Thursday's news. But first, who let the dogs out? 🐕 The American Kennel Club unveiled which dog breeds were America's favorites in 2023. See who snagged the top spot. Is your bracket already busted?
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Mar 20, 2024 | 
usatoday.com | Julius Lasin |Spencer Elliott
The Federal Reserve isn't cutting interest rates – yet. The United States falls on the list of happiest countries in the world. And a federal appeals court will decide the future of a closely watched Texas border law. 👋 Happy Wednesday! Julius and Spencer here with today's news. But first: A new way to fight climate change? ☁ Scientists ponder fighting the crisis by making clouds brighter and thicker. What did the Fed have to say about rate cuts and the economy?
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Mar 19, 2024 | 
usatoday.com | Julius Lasin
The Supreme Court said that Texas could enforce a law that allows police to arrest and deport migrants. President Joe Biden and lawmakers announced a deal that could avoid a government shutdown. And Israel will send a group of officials to the United States to discuss its plans to invade Rafah. 👋 Greetings! Julius here. Let’s catch up on Tuesday's news. But first: It's officially spring! 🌸 Here's what to know about the vernal equinox that brings on a new season.
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Mar 18, 2024 | 
usatoday.com | Julius Lasin
Former President Donald Trump asked a court for financial protection after failing to secure a bond in his New York fraud case. The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a closely watched social media disinformation case. President Joe Biden spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the first time in a month. 👋 Hi, Julius here. Let’s dive into Monday's news, shall we? But first: Not sure who to choose in your NCAA tourney brackets?
