Author: Annelyn Russ

Visa
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The DOJ Is Suing Visa Over Alleged Debit Network Monopoly

The department said Visa's actions over the years have resulted in American consumers and merchants paying billions of dollars in additional fees.
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The Department of Justice is suing the world’s biggest payment network. The DOJ accused Visa of an illegal monopoly over debt payments by imposing “exclusionary” agreements on partners and overshadowing upstart firms. The department said Visa’s actions over the years have resulted in American consumers and merchants paying billions of dollars in additional fees. It accused the network of unlawfully…

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Sen. Bernie Sanders Grills Novo Nordisk’s Chief Over Price Of Popular Drugs

Sen. Sanders alleges that 40,000 people a year in the U.S. could die if the company does not make the medicines more affordable.
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Bernie Sanders grilled Novo Nordisk’s chief executive over the price of one of it’s popular drugs. Ozempic and Wegovy have been in high demand in the U.S. recently. Sanders noted the list price for a four-week supply of Ozempic is $969 in the U.S.. However, the drug can be purchased for $155 in Canada and $59 in Germany. Similarly, Wegovy’s…

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New Bill Guarantees Harris And Trump More Secret Service Protection

The bill comes after Trump has been nearly assassinated twice during this current presidential election.
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A new bill is heading to President Biden’s desk for signature. The legislation guarantees that Donald Trump and Kamala Harris receive the same level of Secret Service protections as a sitting president. It comes after Trump has been nearly assassinated twice during this current presidential election. Republican Sen. Rick Scott, who brought the bill to the floor, said passing the…

Trump
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Suspect Indicted In Donald Trump’s Recent Assassination Attempt

Donald Trump's Secret Service spotted Routh aiming a rifle through the brush alongside the course Trump was playing on.
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The suspect of Donald Trump’s latest assassination attempt has now been charged. Ryan Routh is accused of staking out the former president for 12-hours on his golf course in Florida. He also allegedly wrote of his desire to kill him in a handwritten note. Routh offered $150,000 for anyone who could “finish the job.” The note was reportedly found in…

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Israel Intercepts Ballistic Missile Launched By Hezbollah

This is believed to be the first ballistic missile launched by the militant group toward Israel.
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A ballistic missile was fired Tuesday targeting Israel’s economic center, Tel Aviv. Hezbollah confirmed it launched the ballistic missile intended to target the headquarters of Israel’s intelligence service Mossad. Hezbollah blames Israel for attacks targeting its members through the fatal explosive technology attack that unfolded last week. Israel’s military said the missile was intercepted near the city of more than…

Irish
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20th Annual Irish Italian International Festival

The event is set to be held along Main Street in North Myrtle Beach on Saturday.
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The 20th annual Irish Italian International Festival is happening this weekend. The event will feature art and craft vendors, street performers, two stages of live entertainment, many festive food options and more. Food vendors will compete for the title of best entree and best dessert. There will also be a spaghetti eating contest with a prize for the winner. The…

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Horry County Schools To Address Overcrowding Issues

Two elementary schools will open to assist with overcrowding across the Carolina Forest and River Oaks areas.
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The Horry County Board of Education is addressing concerns regarding overcrowding attendance. Horry County Schools are working to redraw attendance lines for the next school year. Monday, the district presented several drafts of the updated attendance lines. Next August, two elementary schools will open to assist with overcrowding across the Carolina Forest and River Oaks areas. Schools like Carolina Forest…

Crash
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Man Dies After Single-Vehicle Crash During Police Pursuit

A 2008 Mercury Sedan was traveling west on Daisy Road as police were pursuing the vehicle.
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One man died as a result of a single-vehicle crash in the Loris area. Shortly after 6:30am Monday, a 2008 Mercury Sedan was traveling west on Daisy Road as police were pursuing the vehicle. During the chase, the driver of the suspected vehicle veered off the left side of the road. The Sedan rolled over several times before striking a…

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Police Investigate Shooting That Left One Person Dead And Another Injured

The two men who were shot were relatives, but their identities have not been released.
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An investigation is underway to reveal more about a shooting that left one person dead and another injured. The incident unfolded near the Carolina Vibe club in the Red Springs area of Robeson County. The establishment was not open during the time of the shooting as it closed early in attempt to avoid any issues with a crowd because security…

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Florence Police Need Help Locating A Missing Woman

Adrian Cain stands around 5-foot-3-inches and weighs about 140 pounds.
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Florence police are asking for help with locating a missing woman. 41-year-old Adrian Cain was last seen on Sunday around 10am in the Bluff Road area near Pamplico. Cain stands around 5-foot-3-inches and weighs about 140 pounds. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to contact the Florence County Sheriff’s Office.

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