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California Housing Affordability Lowest in 16 Years

California housing affordability is a cause for concern, analysts and observers have claimed. According to a recent analysis by the California Association of Realtors, only 16% of Californians can afford a home, the lowest housing affordability percentage since before the financial crisis in 2007. Analysts say a lack of supply, high interest rates, and high …

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Wildfire

Wildfire Risk Threatens Millions of Homes in California

According to research released on August 10 by the Irvine-based business intelligence and data analytics firm CoreLogic, it would cost more than $760 billion to rebuild the roughly 1.3 million homes at risk of wildfire. The analysis evaluated the risk to residences by examining various factors that affect the likelihood of wildfires, such as slope, …

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Chilling Case of Lucy Letby: Shocking Details of a British Nurse’s Disturbing Actions Unveiled

A British nurse just got a life sentence with no chance of parole for doing unspeakable things at the hospital where she worked. Lucy Letby, who’s 33, was told by Manchester Crown Court that she’s staying locked up forever. She wouldn’t even show up to court, and that’s got people saying the rules should change, …

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Florida

Florida and DeSantis rewrites Black history in unfavorable light

Florida — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Board of Education have agreed that slavery was more beneficial than damaging to pupils in public schools. The shift is part of a new African American history standard released on Wednesday, in which schools would teach students that slavery assisted certain Black individuals in developing important …

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Conversion

Office-to-apartment conversion gains more ground with support

Conversion — The process of converting an existing office space or corporate facility into residential housing units is known as office-to-apartment conversion. To meet residential amenities and housing requirements, the interior layout, architecture, and infrastructure of the office space must be modified. Conversions from offices to flats are common in order to meet the rising …

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Oshkosh Air Show 2023

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Air Show 2023 Breaks Record – A Celebration of Aviation

The EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Air Show 2023 is not just an event; it is a mesmerizing celebration of human ingenuity, passion, and the unwavering desire to conquer the skies. Every year, aviation enthusiasts, professionals, and curious onlookers from around the world gather at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, to experience this extraordinary spectacle. Organized …

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Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift releases the long-awaited Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)

Taylor Swift — Taylor Swift has had significant difficulties in her career in recent years, notably with her old record company. The musician’s ownership of her first six studio albums was publicly disclosed, garnering extensive media attention and publicity.  The 2019 feud would finally lead to Taylor’s decision to re-record all six albums, giving her …

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Student Loan Debt Relief

Student Loan Debt Relief Program Undergoes Revision Following Supreme Court Rejection

Student loan debt relief —- A student loan is a sort of financial aid given to students in the United States to assist them in covering the costs of higher education. It is often borrowed from the government or private lenders and must be returned over time with interest. As the expense of education has …

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Fireworks

Best Fireworks Shows to Celebrate the Fourth of July (and Where to Watch Without the Crowds)

The Fourth of July is a time of celebration that ends with bright fireworks shows coloring the night sky across the country. These shows are major community events that bring massive crowds each year. From the iconic Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular in New York City to the Melaleuca Freedom Celebration in Idaho, these …

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Katie Porter Denies the Alleged Claims of Domestic Abuse

California Congresswoman Katie Porter, a rising star in the Democratic Party, has come under fire recently after allegations of domestic abuse surfaced online.  The claims, which Porter vehemently denies, suggest that she subjected her now ex-husband to various forms of abuse, including the bizarre act of dumping a pot of boiling potatoes on his head. …

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Snowpack

California’s Snowpack Reached Its Highest Level on Record

California has experienced a remarkable turnaround in weather conditions, as the state’s snowpack reaches an all-time high, surpassing the previous record set in the 1982-83 season. This incredible milestone can be attributed to the relentless series of storms that have battered the region since December, with the most recent one adding another one to two …

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California Deals Oil Industry Another Blow with New Profit-Penalty Law

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed a new law that allows state regulators to penalize oil companies for making too much money, marking the first of its kind in the country. This legislation is the latest in a series of blows for the oil industry in California, now the nation’s seventh-largest oil producer.  Defeating Big …

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Court Ruling in California Favors Uber and Lyft Apps

An appeals court in California recently ruled that ride-hailing and delivery apps like Uber and Lyft can continue to designate their drivers as independent contractors, exempting them from other state regulations protecting employees. Voters in California enacted Proposition 22 in 2016, which established that drivers for rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are considered independent …

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Atmospheric River Hits California with Devastating Force

The atmospheric river has again hit California, bringing heavy rains and snowfall. The weather system is expected to bring more than a foot of precipitation through Monday, with some areas getting even higher amounts. The atmospheric river has already caused flooding in the state’s northern regions. Evacuations have been ordered for areas at risk of …

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CNET hit by mass layoffs

CNET hit by mass layoffs

CNET, a technology news and reviews site owned by digital media and marketing firm Red Ventures, joined the media-industry layoff in March. According to a person familiar with the changes, CNET downsized its news and video workforce by around 50% on Thursday; sibling site ZDNet likewise reduced its editorial team by 35%. According to an …

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GSSS

Gaurav Srivastava and Sharon Srivastava Family Foundation: Addressing Global Food Security Challenges

JAKARTA, Indonesia, November 12-13, 2022 (VillagersPost.com) – The Global Food Security Forum was held in Nusa Dua, Bali, on November 12-13, 2022. The event aimed at finding solutions to the world’s various food security challenges. The two-day forum was attended by over 300 representatives from governments, businesses, experts, and the public. The participants discussed the …

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