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Josh Shapiro’s Been Implicated

This may be the reason why Harris didn’t choose Shapiro as her VP.

His time as a DA is even shadier than her time as one. And it looks like he’s been implicated for a murder cover-up because that’s what he does for his friends.
 

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5 Weird Tidbits for the Day

• During the days of the Anglo-Saxons, the month was called Weod Monath. Its translation of “weed month.”

• August 9 is Shop Online for Groceries Day!

• Unlit Olympic torches have been sent into space.

• August 9 begins a full week of honoring Elvis (yes, it’s a holiday).

• The Pont Neuf, which connects the Right and Left Banks of Paris, is the oldest bridge in the city and is named "New Bridge" despite its name not relating to the number nine.

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