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Paris Prepares Paralympic Games 2024, Everything You Need to Know
The French capital is gearing up for 11 days of elite competition as it hosts the 17th Summer Paralympic Games from August 28 to September 8, 2024. With 22 sports and 549 medals up for grabs, this year’s Games will see 4,400 athletes from 128 nations competing in a showcase of physical and cognitive prowess. ... Read more
Moultrie Man Dies Following GSP K-9 Pursuit
What began as a report of a stolen ATV culminated in the tragic death of Kevin Kennedy, who passed away on August 27, 2024. Kennedy, 34, died in a Macon hospital at 1:28 p.m., five days after a K-9 unit from the Georgia State Patrol (GSP) bit him during a pursuit. He had been in ... Read more
Medical Examiner Reveals Cause of Death for Oklahoma County Inmate
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has concluded its investigation into the death of Derek Strother, an inmate who passed away in his Oklahoma County jail cell on February 26, 2024. Strother, 31, was found deceased following his arrest in connection with a fatal traffic accident in December 2023. Strother’s arrest stemmed from a ... Read more
CRA $8000 Tax Benefit 2024, Check Eligibility and Steps to Apply
The Canadian housing market is challenging for many, particularly first-time homebuyers who confront increasing costs and onerous financing requirements. The Canadian government launched the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) to address these issues in 2023. This unique registered savings plan provides significant tax benefits, making homeownership more affordable to Canadians entering the property market for ... Read more
Former Stoughton Police Officer Arrested for Killing Sandra Birchmore While she was Pregnant
Matthew Farwell, a former detective with the Stoughton, Massachusetts police department, has been indicted for the murder of Sandra Birchmore, a 23-year-old woman who was found dead in her Canton apartment in February 2021. Birchmore was three months pregnant at the time of her death and had informed Farwell that she believed he was the ... Read more
White Supremacist Jeremy Skibicki Sentenced to Life for Murdering Four Indigenous Women in Canada
Jeremy Skibicki, a self-proclaimed white supremacist, has been sentenced to four consecutive life terms for the brutal murders of four Indigenous women in Winnipeg, Canada. The killings, which took place in 2022, have deeply shaken the First Nation community and ignited national outrage. Skibicki, 37, showed no remorse as the sentence was handed down on ... Read more
The Obituary of Dr. Robert Salata in His Loving Memory
Dr. Robert Salata, a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on February 14, 1952, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Joseph and Margaret Salata (nee Yanek), Bob’s life was a testament to unwavering dedication, compassion, and commitment to both his family and ... Read more
Ex-jailer Charged In Joshua Zimmerman’s Escape
Ex-jailer Matthew Rogers has been arrested in connection with the recent escape of convict Joshua Zimmerman from the Metropolitan Detention Center in San Diego. Rogers, who worked at the facility for more than ten years, is charged with several counts connected with Zimmerman’s escape. Details Of The Escape Joshua Zimmerman, an armed robbery convict and ... Read more
Canada CCB Payments Delayed: The Federal Government Informs the Citizens
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has begun distributing payments for the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). However, recipients may experience delays due to a global IT outage that began last Friday. Minister of National Revenue Marie-Claude Bibeau has assured the public that the CRA’s systems remain operational and unaffected by the outage. Typically, the reward amount ... Read more
Canada Family Benefit 2024, Monthly $445 payments announced for these citizens
The British Columbia Family Benefit is a financial aid program that provides a tax-free monthly payment to families with children under 18. This program, administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), attempts to reduce economic strains on families by augmenting their income and assisting with the costs associated with raising children. As part of the ... Read more
All About Greg Fitzsimmons’ Wife And Very Well-Maintained Private Life
In addition to his impeccable work as a comedian, American on-screen actor Greg Fitzsimmons is also a writer, producer, television and radio host. He is known for hosting the award-winning MTV series Silly Scholars in the 1990s. So far, he has performed on popular TV shows like The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night ... Read more
Who Is Donald Glover’s Wife? All About Michelle White, Donald Glover’s Wife
Donald Glover and his spouse, Michelle White, are going strong. The match was first spotted together in January 2016 during an excursion to Hawaii, and they have been together since invited three children to their family. Glover, also known as Childish Gambino in the music industry, is exceptionally protective of White and their family — ... Read more
Elon Musk Backs California Ai Safety Bill Requiring Safety Test On Ai Models
Elon Musk on Monday voiced his support for one of the most polarizing Artificial Intelligence policy propositions in the country, backing a California bill that would require large-scale models to undergo security testing. Musk’s Advancing Point Of View On AI Musk, in a post on X, said the choice to support the bill was a ... Read more
Latino Group Demands Federal Intervention Over House Searches Regarding Voter Fraud Probe
A Latino voting-rights group called Monday for a federal government investigation after its volunteers said Texas authorities raided their homes and seized their phones and computers as part of an investigation by the state’s Republican Attorney General into the proclamation of voter fraud. While Paxton has protected the attacks, stating that there was adequate proof ... Read more
Everything You Wanted to Know about Time Change Ireland 2024
As we struggle to figure out how to adjust the time on our cars and appliances, it’s natural to wonder what the point of daylight savings time is and when it could stop. When will the clocks change in 2024? In Ireland, the clocks are set forward on the last Sunday of March, which falls ... Read more
Tom Girardi Found Guilty In $15M Client Fund Theft
Tom Girardi, a once-prominent California attorney whose career achievements inspired the Oscar-winning film “Erin Brockovich,” was found guilty by a Los Angeles federal jury on Tuesday of four counts of wire fraud. Girardi’s Fall from Legal Prominence The 85-year-old lawyer, who had previously been a revered figure in the U.S. plaintiffs’ bar, was accused by ... Read more
Documentary Filmmaker Ofra Bikel Dies at 94, Leaving Legacy of Exposing U.S. Criminal Justice Flaws
Ofra Bikel, a trailblazing documentary filmmaker renowned for her work with PBS’s “Frontline,” passed away on August 11 at her home in Tel Aviv at 94. Championing Justice Through Film Over her prolific career, Bikel exposed critical flaws in the U.S. criminal justice system, including the coercive use of plea bargains, the disregard for DNA ... Read more
Elderly Couple and Their Dog Missing in California: Community Urges for Help
An elderly couple from California, Stephanie Menard, 73, and Daniel Menard, 79, along with their cherished dog, Cuddles, have gone missing, sparking concern and a widespread search effort. Mysterious Disappearance from San Bernardino County The Redlands Police Department issued an urgent advisory on Tuesday, August 27, appealing to the public for assistance in locating the ... Read more
Uruguayan Footballer Juan Izquierdo Dies After On-Field Collapse
Juan Izquierdo, a 27-year-old Uruguayan footballer, tragically passed away following an on-field collapse during a Copa Libertadores match. The incident occurred during the second leg of the round of 16 match between Club Nacional and Sāo Paulo at Brazil’s Morumbi stadium on August 22. Izquierdo, who had been substituted into the game at halftime, suddenly ... Read more
Cayugas File Lawsuit Against Town of Fayette Over Alleged Illegal Business Operations
The Cayuga Nation has filed a lawsuit against the Town of Fayette and the operators of Annie’s Grab ‘N Go, a retail establishment in Seneca Falls. The suit, lodged in Seneca County Supreme Court, accuses the town of failing to enforce local codes and regulations on what the Nation considers an illegal tobacco and marijuana ... Read more
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With 20+ years in the hospitality industry and a lifetime of customer service experience, Steve DiGioia uses storytelling to share real-world tips and tactics to improve your customer service, increase employee morale and provide the experience your customers desire. As a certified trainer, author & speaker, Steve has been recognized as a three-time “World’s Top 30 Customer Service Professional” by Global Gurus.org and a “Top 50 Customer Thought Leader” by ICMI. He is also a featured contributor to the leading hospitality and customer service websites. With a tagline of “Finding Ways to WOW Your Customer”, Steve continues his pursuit of excellence on his award-winning blog sharing his best strategies on customer service, management, and leadership. Follow Steve on Twitter @Steve DiGioia.
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