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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Chats with Putin: A Look into Tech, Politics, and Security

So, Elon Musk, the richest guy in tech and a big player in the US space game, has been having chats with Russia's President Vladimir Putin. These talks, which started late last year, have raised some eyebrows. Why? Well, Musk has close ties with the US military and intelligence agencies. He even has

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Oct 27 2024POLITICS

Unexpected Allies: Russia's Unlikely Supporters in Ukraine

In a twist on the global political stage, countries like North Korea, Iran, and China have emerged as surprising backers of Russia's actions in Ukraine. North Korea has sent thousands of troops to train in Russia, raising concerns that they might eventually join the fight in Ukraine. Iran, on the ot

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Oct 27 2024SCIENCE

Splashdown Surprise: One Astronaut Stays Behind for Medical Check

Friday morning brought an unexpected twist for the four-member SpaceX Crew-8 team after splashing down in the Gulf of Mexico. Instead of heading straight back to Houston, the astronauts were taken to a medical facility in Florida. One of them, whose identity was kept private, stayed at Ascension Sac

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

North Korea’s Mystery Soldiers in Russia’s Ukraine War

Imagine this: troops from a secretive state like North Korea joining the front lines in the Russia-Ukraine war. That’s what the US is suggesting. They think some North Korean soldiers could be in the Kursk area, a key battleground. This isn’t just any guess; Ukraine and South Korea said the same thi

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Oct 26 2024SCIENCE

Space Seeds and More: China's First Reusable Satellite Mission

China's first reusable satellite, Shijian-19, came back to Earth after a two-week trip in space. It launched on September 27 from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center and landed on October 11 in the Gobi Desert. The China National Space Administration (CNSA) held a ceremony on October 24 to reveal th

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

South Korea's New Stance on North Korea's Role in Ukraine

In a recent meeting, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol pledged to take action against North Korea's involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine. He was speaking after talks with Polish President Andrzej Duda about boosting defense ties. South Korea's intelligence agency believes that around 3, 000 Nor

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

North Korea's Stance on Sending Troops to Russia

Listen up! North Korea has finally spoken out about reports that its soldiers might join the Russia vs. Ukraine fight. Kim Jong Gyu, a North Korean official, said any troop dispatch would follow international law. He called the rumors "just talk, " but admitted his ministry isn't in charge of milita

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Taiwan Warns: China's Military Drills Could Block Trade

Taiwan’s Defense Minister Wellington Koo stated that a Chinese blockade of the island wouldn’t just be a drill, but actually an act of war. This comes after China’s recent military exercises, known as “Joint Sword-2024B”. These drills practiced scenarios like blocking important ports and attacking m

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Oct 25 2024TECHNOLOGY

US Spy Agencies Get New AI Rules to Balance Power and Safety

The White House has rolled out new guidelines for U. S. national security and intelligence agencies on how to use artificial intelligence (AI). These rules aim to tap into AI's potential while keeping risks in check. The goal is to ensure these agencies can access the latest AI tech without misusing

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Oct 25 2024SCIENCE

Space Crew Heads Home After Extended Stay in Orbit

After spending nearly 235 days in space, a NASA astronaut and three cosmonauts are ready to come back to Earth. They undocked from the International Space Station (ISS) on Wednesday, targeting a splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico early Friday. Commander Matthew Dominick, along with co-pilot Michael Ba

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