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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Russia's Massive Fine on Google: A Symbolic Strike?

Imagine being fined a number so big it's more than the entire world's wealth! That's what happened to Google in Russia. A court ordered Google to pay a whopping $20 decillion, or 20 with 33 zeros, as a fine. This isn't just a big number; it's a symbolic gesture. The fine is for blocking Russian TV c

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Russia's Military Losses Hit Record Highs in October

October was a tough month for Russia's military, with record losses in armored vehicles and artillery systems, according to Ukraine's defense ministry. Russia lost 903 armored fighting vehicles, the highest monthly total since the war began in February 2022. The total loss of armored vehicles since

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Russia's Middle East Ambitions: A New Role in Lebanon’s Conflict

In the middle of a complex war in Ukraine, Russia is looking to make a name for itself in the Middle East by helping to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. This isn't an easy task, given the fraught relationships and long-standing conflicts in the region. Some believe Russia could be a ke

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Amazon's Big Election Night Experiment

Have you ever watched live election coverage on Amazon Prime Video? Well, get ready because it's happening! Veteran news anchor Brian Williams is leading the charge with a special called "Election Night Live. " This isn't your typical news broadcast. Williams is promising something unique, comparing

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Israeli Forces Enter Gaza Hospital as UN Sounds Alarm

Recent events in Gaza have taken a dire turn as Israeli forces have stepped inside Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahiya. This comes at a time when the United Nations is warning about the severe conditions unfolding in the northern Gaza Strip. The hospital was already stretched thin, with supplies run

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

China's Navy Takes Its First Dual Aircraft Carrier Operation Out for a Spin

Imagine this: China's navy, the world's largest, just did something brand new. They took two of their aircraft carriers out for a ride in the South China Sea. This isn't just any ordinary cruise, though. The navy was practicing how to work together with both carriers. The stars of the show were CNS

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Cuban Warns: Trump's Tariffs Could Make Christmas Gifts Too Expensive

Billionaire businessman Mark Cuban recently shared his thoughts on former President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on China. While appearing on The View, Cuban warned that if Trump wins the upcoming election, families might struggle to afford Christmas gifts due to increased prices. Most holiday pr

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

EU Stands up to Chinese Car Dumping

In a big move this week, the EU took a stand against China by imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers. These tariffs, ranging from 17% to 35. 3%, were put in place after talks between the EU and China broke down. The tariffs are meant to tackle the heavy subsidies that the Ch

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Sparking a Drone Dilemma: China's Sanctions on Skydio

US-based drone maker Skydio has found itself in a tricky situation. Last month, China decided to sanction the company. Why? Because Skydio sold its drones to Taiwan’s national fire service. This news came from Skydio’s CEO, Adam Bry, in a blog post. Before the sanctions, Skydio mostly got its batte

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

New Citizens' Election Plans: Voting to Shape Their New Home

In the heart of Los Angeles, nine recent immigrants from diverse backgrounds took the Oath of Allegiance, becoming American citizens just in time for the 2024 presidential election. These new citizens, hailing from countries like Taiwan, France, and Venezuela, share a common goal: to cast their vote

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