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Boston Exam School Changes, Red Sox Playoffs, Amazon Settlement

Season 3 Episode 253 Published 1 year ago
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Tuesday September 30, 2025

In today's episode, we cover Boston school officials' proposal to alter admissions for exam schools, aiming for a more equitable system. Twenty percent of seats will be reserved for top-scoring students citywide, with the rest distributed based on socioeconomic factors. The school committee votes on November fifth. In sports, the Red Sox face the Yankees in a wild card playoff series, with Garret Crochet pitching against Max Fried. College football highlights include Miami and Alabama favored in top matchups. Last night, the Dolphins beat the Jets, and the Broncos triumphed over the Bengals. On Wall Street, the credit market's frothy conditions raise concerns of potential excess, with recent auto sector bankruptcies sparking investor caution. Amazon agrees to a $2.5 billion settlement over misleading Prime enrollments, simplifying cancellation processes and compensating affected customers. In tech, Apple Maps outperforms Waze in a recent navigation app comparison, offering superior clarity and offline map options. Finally, Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter's production of Waiting for Godot receives mixed reviews, praised for chemistry but criticized for lack of depth.

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