Girl, 9, killed in Florida shooting rampage remembered as a ‘true joy’
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Girl, 9, killed in Florida shooting rampage remembered as a ‘true joy’

The 9-year-old Florida girl killed in the shooting rampage Wednesday was remembered by her devastated family as an excellent student, “amazing gymnast” and “true joy” whose life was cut short by “senseless violence.” T’yonna Major, 9, was killed and her mom, Brandi Major, was wounded by Keith Moses, 19, after…

MIT engineers create 3D printed hearts to improve surgery
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MIT engineers create 3D printed hearts to improve surgery

Life imitates heart. MIT engineers are 3D printing replicas of patients’ hearts in an attempt to improve replacement valve procedures for those living with heart disease. Scientists are creating custom robotic hearts that match the original form of a patient’s organ, function and blood-pumping ability. “All hearts are different,” Luca…

Meghan, Harry underestimated place in Hollywood ‘pecking order’: ex pal
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Meghan, Harry underestimated place in Hollywood ‘pecking order’: ex pal

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were ill-prepared for just how low down the Hollywood “pecking order” they’d be, according to a former friend of the actress. TV presenter Nick Ede, who says his friendship with the former “Suits” star kickstarted years before she had her sights set on the palace,…

Google to Test Blocking News Content in Canada After New Bill Asks Big Tech to Pay Publishers

Google to Test Blocking News Content in Canada After New Bill Asks Big Tech to Pay Publishers

Alphabet’s Google is rolling out tests that block access to news content for some Canadian users, the company confirmed on Wednesday, in what it says is a test run of a potential response to the government’s online news bill. The “Online News Act,” or House of Commons bill C-18, introduced…

Ray Buffer charged with theft after allegedly stealing comics
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Ray Buffer charged with theft after allegedly stealing comics

California-based actor Ray Buffer has been charged with misdemeanor theft after a comic book store accused him of stealing from their San Diego business back in October. Buffer, who appeared in shows like “Curb Your Enthusiasm” and “ER,” was charged by the San Diego City Attorney’s Office with petty theft,…

‘Creepy’ Cookie Monster terrorizing town, cops warn: ‘Steer clear’
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‘Creepy’ Cookie Monster terrorizing town, cops warn: ‘Steer clear’

Can you tell me how to get far, far away from Sesame Street? Santa Cruz residents have been instructed not to engage with a man dressing as the Cookie Monster, who police say has been yelling obscenities and taunting locals enjoying a stroll along the California coastal city’s boardwalk. Santa…

Lori Lightfoot claims she ‘misspoke’ when telling voters who don’t support her not to vote
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Lori Lightfoot claims she ‘misspoke’ when telling voters who don’t support her not to vote

Chicago mayor Lori Lightfoot, D, told South Side voters they should not vote at all if they do not vote to re-elect her, but she now insists that she misspoke during the heat of the moment. During a campaign event over the weekend in Grand Crossing, the mayor said anyone…