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The 2024 presidential election cycle is in full swing. With just a few months until the election, now is the perfect time to start planning how you’re going to vote. Participating in the democratic process is essential to being a global citizen, and voting is a key part of that engagement. Absentee voting is a convenient alternative for people who can’t get to a polling place on Election Day, and this comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of voting absentee for the 2024 election season. Key Resources: Visit Vote.org to find out how to vote absentee in your…

This prestigious under-18 tournament features some of Asia’s most talented young players. News Desk | July 27, 2024 Pakistan U-18 Volleyball Team is scheduled to leave today for the 15th Asian U-18 Volleyball Championship, which will be held in Bahrain from July 28 to August 4, 2024. This prestigious tournament sees talented young players from across Asia compete at the highest level, showcasing their skill and determination on the international stage. Pakistan U-18 Volleyball team consists of 12 skilled and dedicated players who have trained rigorously for this championship. The selected players are: Talal Ahmed, Abu Bakar, Muhammad Anas, Muhammad…

Chinese flag at Lujiazui financial district in Pudong, Shanghai, China, September 18, 2023.Raul Ariano | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesChina’s industrial profits grew at a faster pace in June, official data released on Saturday showed, even as companies struggle with deteriorating consumer sentiment amid a fragile economic recovery.Profits rose 3.6 percent year-on-year last month, following a 0.7 percent increase in May, while first-half profits rose 3.5 percent, accelerating from a 3.4 percent increase in the first five months of the year, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).The strong data contrasted with a weaker-than-expected economic slowdown in the…

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, who has railed against the social media platform TikTok, the cryptocurrency Bitcoin and electric cars during his presidency, recently reversed course on several issues important to Silicon Valley.But presidential candidate Trump has remained unwavering in some areas that may be of concern to major US tech companies. Here’s a summary of President Trump’s latest policy positions on five major tech issues. “I love Elon Musk. I love him,” Trump yelled Saturday at a campaign rally in Grand Rapids, Michigan, home to many U.S. automakers. The statement came after reports that Musk had pledged to donate…

As Laguna Beach struggles with significant tourism impacts, city officials and local stakeholders are working together to consider ways to offset some of the associated costs.Proposals to increase the transient accommodations tax and increase the business license tax were presented to the City Council Tuesday night, but the committee did not act on either.A two-thirds majority of the City Council was needed to put either tax before voters in November, and city staff set an Aug. 9 deadline to submit ballot language and an unbiased analysis from the city attorney.The proposal also included increasing the room tax, also known as…

Luxe by ALG Vacations is a curated collection of approximately 450 luxury accommodations around the world designed to simplify the selection process for travel advisors looking for true luxury accommodations for their clients. This meticulously curated program goes beyond the generic “luxury” label by adhering to strict standards and offering unique amenities.To qualify for Luxe, properties must typically hold AAA Five Diamond status or be a member of Leading Hotels of the World. Awarded to less than 0.5% of applicants, the AAA Five Diamond designation requires exceptional physical characteristics, personalized service and enhanced amenities. Members of Leading Hotels of the…

TOWSON, Maryland, July 26, 2024 – The International Association of Machinists, Aerospace Workers (IAM CORE) Coalition of Retail Employees has reached a tentative agreement with Apple Inc. that will help improve work-life balance, raise wages and ensure job security. Workers at Apple’s Towson, Maryland, store, the first in the country to unionize, are scheduled to vote on the tentative agreement on August 6. “From the beginning, IAM CORE’s mission has been to make Apple better for our employees, customers and communities,” the IAM CORE bargaining committee said. “Reaching a tentative agreement with Apple gives our members a say in the…

Coco Megan Mosley will have a special farewell party. As they say, a dog is man’s best friend. And after eight years of service with his owner, one special dog is hanging up his hat. It’s the farewell party of the century. Well, maybe in dog years. This dog is Tyson. Tyson is 10 years old. He’s been serving for eight years. You won’t get any belly rubs here at the airport. In fact, Tyson’s job is the exact opposite. In eight years, he’s seen it all. Tyson is a certified explosives detector. He’s been doing this job for nearly…

A new option may have opened up. In River Market, a bakery is forced to close due to safety concerns. Another business is moving in and trying to get off to a good start. Tonight, KMBC NINE’s Russell White visits the neighborhood to find answers to the concerns. River Market is a popular spot for dining and spending time with family, but parking fees and safety concerns have led to businesses pulling out. Sweet Petites, known for its decorated cookies and cupcakes, is in an unfortunate situation for owner Lindsay Goff. Unfortunately, with all the things that have happened around…

You’ll never run out of things to do and see in the DFW Metroplex. But have you ever considered adding Frisco, Texas to your list of places to explore? Did you know that Frisco has long been known as the Sports City of the USA? It’s a top destination for business, sports fans, and family fun. Frisco has also been featured in numerous national publications, listing it as the fastest growing city, best sports business city, one of the safest cities in the USA, and one of the best places to travel in the world. But what really sets Frisco…