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Missouri Reports First US Bird Flu Case Without Animal Contact
In Missouri, a person has tested positive for bird flu without contact with infected animals. Treated and discharged, their case was confirmed as H5 avian flu. Authorities reported no further transmission, highlighting the importance of ...
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Social Media Platform X Experiences Brief Outage
Social media platform X experienced an outage that lasted less than an hour on Saturday. According to Downdetector.com, there were more than 8,200 outage reports at the peak time of 10:31 am ET. The cause of the outage remains unknown, a...
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Drone Debris Found Near Ukraine Parliament Building After Attack
Debris from a downed drone was discovered next to Ukraine’s parliament building following an overnight Russian air attack. The Ukrainian air force reported Russia launched 67 drones in a nationwide assault overnight, with explosions hear...
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Trump's Dark Rally Speech in Wisconsin; Harris Prepares for Debate
Donald Trump delivered a dark speech at a rally in Mosinee, Wisconsin, painting an apocalyptic image of a leftist dictatorship under Biden and Harris. At the same time, Kamala Harris prepared for their first debate in Pennsylvania, promo...
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AWS TechFest 2024 Champions AI for Business
The 'AWS TECHFEST: AI FOR EVERY BUSINESS' event in Hong Kong on September 3rd, 2024, highlighted the surge in GenAI adoption. Over 1000 attendees learned how AI reduces manual tasks and boosts productivity. Success stories from companies...
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Huawei Poised for Major AI Chip Unveil at Shenzhen Event
Huawei Technologies faced sanctions in 2020 but rebounded with an advanced smartphone chip last year. They plan a significant product launch Monday and Tuesday, led by their HiSilicon unit in Shenzhen. Analysts speculate the reveal could...
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China Unveils AI App Inspired by Iron Man's Jarvis
Ant Group, the fintech affiliate of Alibaba, has launched Zhixiaobao, an AI app resembling Iron Man’s virtual assistant Jarvis. The app assists with tasks like ordering meals and booking tickets via Alipay, featuring AI agents for variou...
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Super Typhoon Yagi Hits Southern China
Super Typhoon Yagi, the world’s second-strongest tropical cyclone this year, has resulted in the deaths of four people and injured 95 in the southern provinces of China. The storm affected over 1.2 million residents in Hainan, Guangdong,...
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CIA and MI6 Chiefs Unite Amid Global Crises
CIA Director William Burns and MI6 Chief Richard Moore attended a Financial Times summit in London, marking their first joint public appearance. Burns discussed imminent detailed ceasefire proposals for the Gaza conflict, while both high...
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Super Typhoon Yagi Devastates Northern Vietnam
Super Typhoon Yagi made landfall in northern Vietnam on Saturday, killing at least four people and injuring 78 others. The storm, with winds of up to 160 kilometers per hour, also caused massive damage in Haiphong city. Vietnam's governm...
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Pakistani Citizen Arrested for Plotting Terror Attack on Jews in NYC
A 20-year-old Pakistani citizen, Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, residing in Canada, has been arrested and charged by the US for planning a terror attack targeting Jews in New York City around the October 7 anniversary of Hamas' attack on Israel....
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Gaza War Marks Its 12th Month
The Gaza War has entered its 12th month, originating from Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel. Negotiations for a truce remain at an impasse with both sides steadfast in their demands. The conflict, marked by severe casualties and internat...
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UK Tycoon Mike Lynch's Cause of Death Revealed: Autopsy Report
UK Tycoon Mike Lynch died of suffocation after his family yacht sank off the coast of Sicily last month. Initial autopsy results suggest that Lynch and four other victims likely ran out of oxygen following a sudden storm. Fifteen people ...
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Mass Protests Erupt Across France Against New Prime Minister Barnier
More than 100,000 left-wing demonstrators took to the streets across France on Saturday to protest the appointment of Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister by President Emmanuel Macron. The Ministry of the Interior reported a turnout ...
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Iranian Plots to Kill Jews in Europe Unveiled
In May, a Paris court charged Abdelkrim S. and his partner Sabrina B. with conspiring with a criminal terrorist organization involved in Iranian plots to kill Jews in Germany and France. Known as 'Marco Polo', the case highlights a resur...
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BRAZIL’S SUPREME COURT MINISTER ORDERS EXPLANATION ON X BLOCKING
Minister Nunes Marques of Brazil's Supreme Court has given Minister Alexandre de Moraes five days to explain his decision to block X in the country.
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Warren Buffett's most iconic interview, 1985
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Nvidia’s AI chips are cheaper to rent in China than US
Supply of processors helps Chinese start-ups advance artificial intelligence technology despite Washington’s restrictions
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Porn streamer OnlyFans paid owner $630mn in dividends
Subscription streaming company’s payouts to ‘creators’ rise to $6.6bn
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Donald Trump will not face sentencing over his 'hush money' conviction before the US presidential election on November 5, after a Manhattan judge granted his request to delay the proceeding
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China ends tariffs on all goods exported to China from the poorest countries in the world it has diplomatic ties with, including 33 African nations
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U.S. Indicts Russian Officers for Pre-Invasion Cyberattacks; Controversial Figures Make Headlines in Politics, Crime, and Tech
U.S. charges Russian military officers for cyberattacks on Ukraine; Malik Obama endorses Trump for president.
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Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, pleaded guilty to nine tax evasion charges. He admitted to failing to pay one point four million dollars in taxes, citing drug addiction and his brother's death as factors. Sentencing is set for ...
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Telegram CEO Challenges French Charges on Extremist Content
Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov criticized France over his recent arrest related to extremist content on Telegram. He defended the platform's efforts to remove harmful content and cooperate with authorities. Durov promised improveme...
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Trump Promises Action Against 'Antisemitic Propaganda' in Universities
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, speaking remotely to the Republican Jewish Coalition in Las Vegas, said U.S. universities will lose accreditation and federal support if they propagate antisemitic ideas if he is elected. H...
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Obama’s Half-Brother Malik Supports Trump
Barack Obama's half-brother Malik Obama, a registered Republican, says he will vote for Donald Trump in the upcoming elections. He likes Trump for his straightforwardness and 'Make America Great Again' slogan. Malik, once close to Barack...
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Father Arrested For Supplying Weapon Used in Georgia School Shooting
Colin Gray, 54, has been arrested for providing the weapon used in a deadly school shooting in Georgia that claimed four lives. The tragic incident occurred at Apalachee High School in Winder, and has reignited debates over US gun laws. ...
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Sam Altman said today, "AI will soon make it possible for one person to build a billion-dollar company."
And that's exactly what Ilya Sutskever, his ex-partner and co-founder of OpenAI, accomplished.
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Blinken May Not Seek Another Term Due To Family Priorities
Secretary of State Antony Blinken may not pursue another term, aiming to spend more time with his children. In Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Blinken cited his heavy travel schedule and desire for family time. His decision aligns with the norm, ...
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US Indicts Five Russian Officers for Ukraine Cyberattacks
The United States has charged five Russian military officers for alleged cyberattacks on Ukraine's civilian infrastructure prior to the Russian invasion. FBI special agent William DelBagno noted that the January 2022 WhisperGate malware ...
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Tragedy Strikes Mike Lynch's Yacht, Ukraine's Political Shift, and AI’s Billion-Dollar Potential
Sicilian yacht tragedy kills seven, including Mike Lynch; manslaughter inquiry launched. Ukraine appoints Andrii Sybiha as new foreign minister in governmental reshuffle.
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UK Drops Indecent Assault Charges Against Harvey Weinstein
UK prosecutors have discontinued two indecent assault charges against Harvey Weinstein from 1996, citing insufficient evidence for conviction. British actress Lysette Anthony, one of the accusers, expressed dismay and called for legal re...
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Return of Brazilian Artworks to Bahia
About 750 artworks by predominantly Black Brazilian artists are returning to Bahia, Brazil, after being exhibited in the US and Canada for over 30 years. Acquired by art historian Marion Jackson and artist Barbara Cervenka, these pieces ...
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UK Signs Landmark International AI Treaty
The UK government has signed its first international treaty on artificial intelligence to prevent misuses of the technology. The legally binding agreement, created by the Council of Europe, was signed by the EU, UK, US, and Israel and ai...
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Republicans' Use of 'Democrat Party': A Linguistic Insult
Robert F Kennedy Jr criticized the 'Democrat party,' a term popularized by Donald Trump. The phrase, originating in the 1940s, is used by Republicans to disparage the Democratic Party and indicate political affiliation. Experts suggest D...
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Tragic School Shooting, Global Health Crisis, and Geopolitical Tensions Mark a Tumultuous Week
Shooting at Apalachee High School leaves four dead and several injured, while a 14-year-old boy is arrested.
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Demand for Justice After Death of Ugandan Runner Set on Fire
The family of Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei is demanding justice after she died in Kenya due to an attack by her former boyfriend. Cheptegei suffered over eighty percent burns after being set on fire in Trans-Nzoia county. Her death ...
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North Korea Executes Officials Over Flood Response
North Korea may have executed officials over poor responses to the devastating July floods that affected Jagang and North Pyongan provinces. The floods left up to 1,500 people dead or missing. South Korean intelligence suggests around 20...
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WALZ'S FOR TRUMP": Gov. Tim Walz’s family is proudly expressing their 'strong support' for former President Trump
While the VP nominee’s brother simultaneously declares he's '100% opposed to all Trump ideology.' After all, what better way to demonstrate family unity than having the VP nominee flip-flop like his running mate, rejecting everything his...
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In a public interview yesterday, Putin openly said he wants Kamala Harris to win the 2024 election.
Shame on him! His support for Kamala is solid proof that he’s hoping to destroy America from within.
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Ukraine's Major Government Reshuffle: Andrii Sybiha Appointed New Foreign Minister
Ukraine’s parliament has approved Andrii Sybiha as the new foreign minister, replacing Dmytro Kuleba, in the most significant reshuffle since the start of the Russian invasion. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated the changes are aimed a...
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Sicily Yacht Disaster: Fatal Asphyxiation Claimed More Lives
Two people on Mike Lynch’s yacht suffocated in their cabins after the yacht capsized off the coast of Sicily. The victims did not have water in their lungs, suggesting they ran out of breathable air. The accident killed seven people, inc...
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Britain Plans to Combat 700 Years of Nepotism in Its Governmental System by Ending Hereditary Peerships in the House of Lords
The elephant in the room obviously remains all the other unelected members of the House of Lords, who are thwarting Britain's attempt over the past 700 years to try to be, and not just pretend to be, a democracy. They are the ones who ne...
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French Woman Testifies in Landmark Rape Trial
A 72-year-old French woman named Gisèle Pélicot testified in court against her husband Dominique Pélicot and 50 other men for raping her over a decade. Dominique admitted to drugging and inviting over 80 men to abuse her, storing thousan...
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Michel Barnier Appointed as Prime Minister of France
Emmanuel Macron has appointed Michel Barnier as the new prime minister of France to end political stalemate after a snap election. The election resulted in a divided parliament with no absolute majority. Barnier, succeeding Gabriel Attal...
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The art technique of Grandma Mei Ling, age 82
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Trump Addresses Georgia School Shooting; Harris Calls for Stricter Gun Laws
Trump condemns Georgia school shooting; Harris calls for stricter gun laws.
Mongolia Refuses to Arrest Putin Despite ICC Warrant
Mongolia has decided not to arrest Russian President Vladimir Putin over an ICC warrant because of its neutrality policy and reliance on neighbors for energy. During his visit to Mongolia, Putin discussed strategic partnerships and invit...
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AWS TechFest 2024 Champions AI for Business
Huawei Poised for Major AI Chip Unveil at Shenzhen Event
China Unveils AI App Inspired by Iron Man's Jarvis
Super Typhoon Yagi Hits Southern China
CIA and MI6 Chiefs Unite Amid Global Crises
Super Typhoon Yagi Devastates Northern Vietnam
Missouri Reports First US Bird Flu Case Without Animal Contact
Social Media Platform X Experiences Brief Outage
Drone Debris Found Near Ukraine Parliament Building After Attack
Pakistani Citizen Arrested for Plotting Terror Attack on Jews in NYC
Gaza War Marks Its 12th Month
UK Tycoon Mike Lynch's Cause of Death Revealed: Autopsy Report
Mass Protests Erupt Across France Against New Prime Minister Barnier
Iranian Plots to Kill Jews in Europe Unveiled
Trump's Dark Rally Speech in Wisconsin; Harris Prepares for Debate
BRAZIL’S SUPREME COURT MINISTER ORDERS EXPLANATION ON X BLOCKING
Warren Buffett's most iconic interview, 1985
Nvidia’s AI chips are cheaper to rent in China than US
Porn streamer OnlyFans paid owner $630mn in dividends
Donald Trump will not face sentencing over his 'hush money' conviction before the US presidential election on November 5, after a Manhattan judge granted his request to delay the proceeding
China ends tariffs on all goods exported to China from the poorest countries in the world it has diplomatic ties with, including 33 African nations
U.S. Indicts Russian Officers for Pre-Invasion Cyberattacks; Controversial Figures Make Headlines in Politics, Crime, and Tech
Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion
Telegram CEO Challenges French Charges on Extremist Content
Trump Promises Action Against 'Antisemitic Propaganda' in Universities
Obama’s Half-Brother Malik Supports Trump
Father Arrested For Supplying Weapon Used in Georgia School Shooting
Sam Altman said today, "AI will soon make it possible for one person to build a billion-dollar company."
Blinken May Not Seek Another Term Due To Family Priorities
US Indicts Five Russian Officers for Ukraine Cyberattacks
Tragedy Strikes Mike Lynch's Yacht, Ukraine's Political Shift, and AI’s Billion-Dollar Potential
UK Drops Indecent Assault Charges Against Harvey Weinstein
Return of Brazilian Artworks to Bahia
UK Signs Landmark International AI Treaty
Republicans' Use of 'Democrat Party': A Linguistic Insult
Tragic School Shooting, Global Health Crisis, and Geopolitical Tensions Mark a Tumultuous Week
Demand for Justice After Death of Ugandan Runner Set on Fire
North Korea Executes Officials Over Flood Response
WALZ'S FOR TRUMP": Gov. Tim Walz’s family is proudly expressing their 'strong support' for former President Trump
In a public interview yesterday, Putin openly said he wants Kamala Harris to win the 2024 election.
Ukraine's Major Government Reshuffle: Andrii Sybiha Appointed New Foreign Minister
Sicily Yacht Disaster: Fatal Asphyxiation Claimed More Lives
Britain Plans to Combat 700 Years of Nepotism in Its Governmental System by Ending Hereditary Peerships in the House of Lords
French Woman Testifies in Landmark Rape Trial
Michel Barnier Appointed as Prime Minister of France
The art technique of Grandma Mei Ling, age 82
Mongolia Refuses to Arrest Putin Despite ICC Warrant
Mpox Outbreak in Iowa Prison
Deadly School Shooting in Georgia
France Pilots Mobile Phone Ban in Schools
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