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The Lionsgate movie “Michael” is in rarefied territory, having brought in $703.9 million worldwide and counting.

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President William Ruto, who has been out of the country, is yet to comment on record highs, with the diesel price increasing by 23.5% and gasoline by 8%.

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President Trump insisted the crippling Long Island Rail Road strike isn’t his fault: “No, Kathy, it’s your fault.”

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Silver is a (comparatively) safe and reliable asset that can help you to preserve the value of your money during times of inflation.

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