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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Ukraine's Future Hangs in the Balance as US Election Looms

The upcoming US presidential election is casting a long shadow over NATO discussions. NATO allies are bracing for potential changes in US support for Ukraine if Donald Trump wins. They're concerned that Trump might reduce aid, even as Iran, North Korea, and China increase their military support for

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Oct 17 2024BUSINESS

Meta Firings: When $25 Credits Go to Wine Glasses

Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, recently gave the boot to over 20 employees in Los Angeles. Why? They were caught red-handed using food credits meant for meals to buy stuff like toothpaste and wine glasses. These credits were supposed to be used for food delivery services like Uber

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Oct 16 2024BUSINESS

Mistakes and Mishaps: Lufthansa Fined for Handling of Jewish Passengers

In a significant move, Lufthansa, Germany's largest airline, has been slapped with a $4 million fine by the US Department of Transportation (DOT). This fine centers around an incident in May 2022 where 128 Jewish passengers, sporting traditional Orthodox attire, were barred from boarding a flight. T

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Oct 16 2024SCIENCE

Catch a Glimpse of a Rare Comet This Week!

Astronomers have spotted a comet that’s getting really close to Earth. It’s been a while since this comet visited – around 80,000 years! The best time to see it is just after sunset, looking west. You might not need binoculars or a telescope; your naked eye should do the trick. If you miss it this t

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Wisconsin's Elder Care Crisis: A Swing State's Turning Point

Vice President Kamala Harris is showing no signs of repeating Hillary Clinton's 2016 miss in Wisconsin. She's been visiting the state a lot lately, and Tuesday's big announcement on ABC's "The View" might just be her game-changer. She revealed a plan to extend Medicare coverage to include long-term

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Oct 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Lego Insiders: Score Big with $55 Off the Classic NES Set!

Hey, retro gaming fans! Lego has just rolled out a sweet deal for their awesome NES set. Normally priced at $269.99, you can now snag it for $215.99 if you're a Lego Insider. That's a cool $55 savings! But wait, there's more! Insiders also get double points on this purchase, which can be cashed in f

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Oct 15 2024SCIENCE

Exploring Europa: NASA's Big Space Adventure

Ever wondered if there's life beyond Earth? NASA is on a mission to find out, starting with Europa, one of Jupiter's icy moons. This moon might have more water than all of Earth's oceans combined! That's why NASA is launching its biggest spacecraft ever, called Europa Clipper. It's like a giant expl

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Oct 14 2024SCIENCE

Sniffing Speed: How Fast Can We Smell?

You might think you need time to sniff and figure out what's in the air, but think again! A recent study found that our noses are quicker than we imagine. In just a tiny fraction of a second, about 60 milliseconds, we can tell the difference between different smells. That's faster than you can blink

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Oct 14 2024FINANCE

China's Finance Ministry Prioritizes Local Debt Over Economic Boost

China's Ministry of Finance recently held a press briefing, highlighting its focus on resolving local government debt issues rather than providing the economic stimulus markets were hoping for. Finance Minister Lan Fo'an outlined four key measures to support local governments in managing debt risks.

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Oct 13 2024SCIENCE

A Cow's Misfortune Unveils Ancient History

One sunny morning in June, a cow named Daisy vanished while Adeline, a cattle farmer from Trébry, was counting her herd. After searching, Adeline found Daisy at the bottom of a deep, mysterious hole. Sadly, Daisy didn't survive the fall. But this sad event led to an amazing discovery. Adeline called

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