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Image Credit: AFP via Getty Images The 2024 presidential election is finally here, and millions of voters have already cast their ballots. According to multiple outlets, about 75 million people — from Democrat, Republican and independent voters — across the United States voted early. As we wait for the president-elect to be announced, many want to know where they can watch the live results via cable networks or streaming platforms. Vice President and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican candidate Donald Trump have held dueling rallies in swing states over the past several weeks. With their respective campaigns focusing on…

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Image Credit: Getty Images Election Day 2024 has arrived, and millions of voters want to cast their ballot the moment their local polls open. However, some are wondering if they can still send mail and ship packages. Moreover, other local businesses are closed or have different hours on November 5, 2024, because of the presidential election. So, does this mean that the post office is closed? Is Election Day a Holiday in America? Election Day is not listed as a federal holiday in the U.S. like Thanksgiving and Christmas. However, 14 states consider it a public holiday. States such as…

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Two costumed pals who went to Bluewater intent on some “light-hearted fun” say they were made to leave as they were not “suitably” dressed.Comedy actors Chris Cole and Paul Fox allege eight security officers swiftly stopped their shopping trip and forced them out of the Greenhithe mall when they turned up in devil and vampire attire.Friends Chris Cole and Paul Fox were kicked out of Bluewater shopping centreBut the shopping centre has hit back at the pair’s claims, instead saying the men were “escorted” off the premises as their behaviour was “not in line with its code of conduct for…

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Image Credit: Anadolu via Getty Images The United States is a step closer to finding out who the next president and vice president will be, as voting concludes on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Democratic candidates Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, and Republican candidates Donald Trump and J.D. Vance, are preparing to go head-to-head for the nation’s highest offices. While many citizens have already mailed their ballots or voted in person, those who haven’t yet may be wondering what information they need before heading to a polling location, such as what time polls open. For more details on how…

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View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images for EJAF After 70 years of making music, Quincy Jones died at the age of 91. The father of seven and 28-time Grammy Award winner battled several health setbacks over the years, though his cause of death was not revealed. Over the past several years of his life, Jones opened up about managing brain aneurysms in addition to a diabetic coma — both of which happened at different times. Learn about Jones’ health, below. Quincy Jones’ Brain Aneurysms In a June 2018 Facebook post, Jones shared the details about his past aneurysms, which “felt…

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Rafael—formerly Tropical Depression 18—was named Monday after strengthening into a tropical storm, but it appears it’s not stopping there. Here’s everything you need to know about the 17th tropical cyclone of the active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. Will Rafael Strengthen into a Hurricane? According to the latest update from the National Hurricane Center, the storm’s winds have intensified to 45 miles per hour, and forecasters said steady to rapid strengthening is likely as the system is forecast to become a hurricane on Tuesday. Where Is Rafael Expected to Hit? Rafael is expected to affect Jamaica and Cuba in the next…

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A heroic coastguard has described how he was forced to dive into the water at a popular harbour to complete a dramatic rescue.The Folkestone Coastguard rescue team (CRT) was called into action at the seaside town’s harbour after reports of a man and a woman getting into difficulty.Tom Nunnen-Wills of Folkestone’s coastal rescue team. Picture: HM CoastguardThe pair had been rowing a tender out to a moored vessel when the man became entangled in a rope, submerging him with just his head above the water.To make matters worse, the tender was taking on water – leaving the woman stranded as…

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Image Credit: Getty Images Election Day is here! In less than 24 hours, the intense presidential race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will conclude, and the tallies will continue. Here’s everything you need to know to ensure your vote is counted once you’re at your polling place. What Do You Need to Bring to Vote? What you need to bring to vote varies by state. For first-time voters, additional identification is required, such as a driver’s license number, non-driver ID number, or the last four digits of your Social Security number. This requirement comes from…

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Image Credit: Variety via Getty Images Wednesday had everyone hooked during its first season, so could it be possible to see the cast return for a season two? The Netflix horror series starring Jenna Ortega made its big break in 2022 with eight episodes in season 1, which was described as “A sleuthing, supernaturally infused mystery charting Wednesday Addams’ years as a student at Nevermore Academy. Wednesday’s attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the local town, and solve the supernatural mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago – all while…

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