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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Big Tech Stops Promos for Russian Drone Factory

Recently, big tech companies like Google, Meta, and TikTok have taken down social media accounts linked to a Russian drone factory in Tatarstan. These accounts were used to recruit young foreign women, mainly from Africa, to work in the factory. The recruitment posts promised a free trip to Russia a

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Belarus Shoots Down Russian Drone in Surprising Move

In a twist during the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Belarus, a close ally of Russia, shot down a Russian drone that entered its airspace over the weekend. The drone, known as a Shahed attack drone, was heading towards the city of Mozyr when it was taken down. This isn't the first time Belarus has

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Secret Soldiers: North Korea Sends Troops to Russia

You might have heard about the war in Ukraine. Well, North Korea has just stepped in, sending thousands of soldiers to help Russia. South Korea isn't happy about it and has asked Russia to send those soldiers back home right away. North Korea has sent about 1, 500 soldiers to Russia. These are spec

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Oct 22 2024ENVIRONMENT

Discovering Lost Histories: Enslaved People's Burial Sites Unearthed

For years, genealogist Lenora Gobert has been on a mission to uncover the stories of enslaved people who once lived and died on a former plantation in St. James Parish, Louisiana. Her research has revealed the identities of five enslaved individuals buried on the land, which is now planned to be the

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Oct 22 2024BUSINESS

Beware the Fake Review: New Rule in Action

You know those online reviews you trust so much? Well, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has just made it illegal to fake them. Starting this week, businesses and individuals who create, buy, or sell fake reviews will face serious consequences. The aim? To keep the market fair and honest. Fake revi

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Oct 22 2024SPORTS

Why the WNBA Commissioner's Dress Sparked Controversy

The 2024 WNBA season was a hit, with record-breaking attendance and viewership. The finale, a thrilling series between the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx, ended with the Liberty winning in overtime. However, the game's controversial calls in favor of New York left a bad taste in many people's m

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Oct 22 2024BUSINESS

High-Speed Trains vs. Planes: China's Transport Dilemma

China is in a unique situation when it comes to its transportation network. It has the world's longest high-speed rail system and one of the biggest aviation industries. The government has been investing heavily in high-speed trains, connecting cities in just a few hours. This isn't something privat

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Oct 22 2024FINANCE

Shares Drop in Asia, Wall Street Hits the Brakes

Asian markets, excluding China, took a dip on Tuesday as investors waited for earnings reports. Japan's Nikkei slid 1. 1%, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 fell 1. 6%, and South Korea's Kospi dipped nearly 1%. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite rose slightly after China's interest rate c

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Oct 22 2024CELEBRITIES

Who's the New Guy in Audrey McGraw's Life?

Audrey McGraw, one of the three daughters of country music legends Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, has been spotted with a new face in the entertainment world. According to a recent report, Audrey is dating Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, best known for his role in the Netflix series "Lincoln Lawyer. " The young co

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Trump's Plans: A New Look at Social Security's Future

A recent report from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB) suggests that Donald Trump's campaign proposals could speed up the insolvency of Social Security, a crucial program for millions of American seniors. The CRFB found that Trump's plans might make Social Security run out of mon

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