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Oct 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

New Latvian Drone Startup Aims to Revolutionize Modern Warfare

Imagine a drone that can fly into battle, drop a bomb, and then come back home to fight another day. That's what a new defense tech startup from Latvia, Origin, is aiming to do. Founded in 2022 by Agris Kipurs and Ilya Nevdah, the team behind the popular Airdog drones used for extreme sports, Origin

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

North Korean Troops in Ukraine: A Global War Perspective

It's now confirmed that North Korean soldiers are fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine. South Korea's intelligence agency reports that about 1, 500 North Korean special forces began heading to Russia in October. They were transported by Russian ships and given Russian uniforms, weapons, and fake IDs

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Oct 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

LinkedIn Takes on Fake News with Free Verification

You might have heard about LinkedIn’s big plan to fight misinformation. They’ve verified over 55 million users for free. That’s a lot of people! By November, you’ll see these users with special badges in the main feed. Oscar Rodriguez, LinkedIn’s trust and safety vice president, says deep-fake vide

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Oct 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

Android 16's New Notification Style: A Fresh Spin on Alerts

Imagine getting notifications that are less annoying and more useful. Google is testing out a nifty feature called Rich Ongoing Notifications for Android 16. These are interactive, colorful tiny blocks in the status bar, kind of like Apple's Dynamic Island, but with an Android twist. They'll show yo

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Oct 25 2024EDUCATION

Netflix's Bela Bajaria: A Champion for Girls' Education and Gender Equality

Imagine being born into a world where your future is limited simply because of your gender. This is the harsh reality for countless girls around the globe. Bela Bajaria, Netflix's chief content officer, shared these thoughts during Variety's Power of Women event. She discussed how her daughters have

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Oct 25 2024EDUCATION

Why Were Chicago Board Members Missing in Action?

Let's talk about what happened in Chicago recently. The Chicago City Council wanted to chat about some big money problems in their school system. They invited the CEO of Chicago Public Schools and both the old and new members of the Chicago Board of Education to discuss. Guess who didn't show up? No

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Oct 25 2024EDUCATION

Helping 8 Million Struggling Students: A New Plan for Debt Relief

Imagine having a hard time paying your student loans because life threw you some unexpected curveballs. The U. S. Education Department has proposed new rules that could provide debt relief for nearly 8 million borrowers facing financial hardships. These hardships might include high medical costs, ch

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Is Elon Musk Breaking the Law with His Secret Talks?

Elon Musk, the world's richest man and a key supporter of Donald Trump, has been having secret conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin for at least two years, according to a recent report. This isn't just controversial – it might be a crime, says former FBI special agent Asha Rangappa.

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Elon Musk's Voter Giveaway: Legal Risks Explained

Elon Musk, a billionaire known for his support of former President Trump, is offering money to voters in swing states. He's giving out cash for signing a petition that supports the First and Second Amendments. In Pennsylvania, voters get $100 just for signing, and there's even a daily $1 million lot

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Oct 25 2024LIFESTYLE

Lessons Learned: What Divorced Women Wish They'd Done Differently

Imagine looking back at your marriage with a clear perspective. Many women who've been through divorce find themselves wishing they'd done things differently. They often regret not seeking help when they needed it the most. Communication can be tough, especially when emotions run high. Sometimes, we

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