Author: Annelyn Russ

Apple
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Apple Rolls Out New Stolen Device Protection Feature

By requiring Face ID or Touch ID for accessing critical parts of the device, a thief would not be able to cause as much damage.
Annelyn Russ,

On Tuesday, Apple released the first beta-test version of IOS 17.3, which includes a new Stolen Device Protection feature. The enhancement will require Face ID or Touch ID with no option to use a passcode when accessing stored passwords, changing Apple ID settings, looking at payment information and disabling Find My iPhone. By requiring Face ID or Touch ID for…

Tesla
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Tesla Recalls 2 Million Vehicles

Tesla has advertised its Driver-Assist features as the top marketing catch but after reviewing reports over the past two years, it is now retracting.
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Tesla has issued a recall on 2 million vehicles. The recall calls on all of its cars on U.S. roads to limit the use of its Autopilot feature after a review of nearly 1,000 crashes in which the feature was engaged. Tesla has advertised its Driver-Assist features as the top marketing catch but after reviewing reports over the past two…

Water
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Amazon, Target And Walmart Take Water Beads Marketed For Children Off Shelves

Three retail giants have announced the water beads will no longer be available for purchase in stores or online.
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Three popular retailers are pulling a product marketed to children. Amazon, Target and Walmart now refuse to sell water beads after government officials, lawmakers and public health professionals called for a ban on the toys. Water beads are tiny balls made up of absorbent polymer material that grows when exposed to water. The products pose health risks to children because…

Ukraine
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Zelensky Visits The White House Seeking More U.S. Assistance

Zelensky attempted to appeal for more assistance while understanding the upcoming challenges his country could face.
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Ukrainian President Zelensky visited the White House Tuesday. Nearly a year ago, President Biden vowed American support for Ukraine. This is a commitment that he has repeatedly confirmed in the 22 months since Russia’s invasion attempt. During Tuesday’s gathering, President Biden pledged the U.S. would provide critical weapons and equipment for “as long as we can.” Zelensky attempted to appeal…

Israel
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UN General Assembly Voted To Demand Humanitarian Ceasefire In Gaza

Of the 193 members, 153 voted in favor while 10 voted against and 23 declined to vote.
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The U.N. General Assembly demanded a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. Of the 193 members, 153 voted in favor while 10 voted against and 23 declined to vote. The U.S. and Israel opposed the resolution and were joined by eight other countries. The voting outcome showed global support for ending the war between Israel and Hamas. Unlike Security Council Resolutions, General…

Parade
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Yuletide Golf Cart Parade Set To Take Place In Surfside

After the parade wraps up, everyone is invited to Memorial Park for the winner's reveal.
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Get your golf carts ready to rev up for an upcoming parade. The Yuletide Christmas Golf Cart Parade is set to kick off in Surfside on Saturday at 1p.m.. Participants will start from 16th Avenue South, turn onto Surfside Drive and end at Poplar Drive. If you’d like to enter your ride, you must register before 5p.m. on Thursday to…

Clemson
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Clemson Men’s Soccer Team Wins 2nd National Championship In Three Years

Clemson's previous national soccer titles were won in 1984, 1987 and 2021.
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The Clemson Tigers got a win over over Notre Dame in the NCAA College Cup National Championship. Monday night, Clemson men’s soccer team defeated the Irish, leading the team to a 2-1 victory that secured their second national championship title in three years. The Tigers’ win in the College Cup championship match unfolded at Lynn Family Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky….

Bank
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Man Arrested In Connection To Alleged Bank Robbery Incident

Though there were no apparent threats, the schools were placed on lockdown during the search for the suspect out of caution.
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One suspect is now in custody after two Lake City schools were placed on hold Monday morning. Police were called to the TD Bank branch on West Main Street around 10:30a.m. on reports of an alleged robbery. Authorities were searching near the area of J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts and Science Magnet School and Dr. Ronald E. McNair Junior High School….

Crash
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Two Teens Identified As Fatal Crash Victims

A Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck ran through a stop sign at a high rate of speed and collided with a Ford Flex SUV.
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Details regarding a fatal crash that occurred in Florence have been released. The incident happened around 9p.m. on Saturday. A Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck ran through a stop sign at a high rate of speed and collided with a Ford Flex SUV. After the collision, the truck crashed into a utility pole and flipped onto its roof. The occupants of…

School
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Student Suspended After Gun Found In Backpack On School Grounds

This is the second instance of a student bringing a gun on Robeson County school grounds in the past two weeks.
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A student of Pembroke Middle School was suspended after officials discovered a gun in his backpack. On Monday, another student reported a tip to officials, which led school administration to finding the handgun in the 15-year-old’s bag. The student was suspended for 10 days and must take part in a hearing to determine if he will face a year-long suspension…

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