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Nov 02 2024WEATHER

Taiwan's Biggest Typhoon in Decades: How Kong-rey Hit Hard

On Thursday, heavy rain and strong winds swept across Taiwan as Typhoon Kong-rey, the biggest storm to hit the island in almost 30 years, made landfall. With winds close to 200 km/h (125 mph), equivalent to a Category 3 Atlantic hurricane, Kong-rey struck Taitung county, causing at least one death a

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Nov 02 2024ENVIRONMENT

Saving Taiwan's Shores: The Race to Remove Oil from a Stranded Chinese Ship

Off the northeastern coast of Taiwan, a Chinese ship named Yu Zhou Qi Hang found itself in trouble. The ship, carrying three massive cranes from Keelung to China, lost power in rough seas caused by Typhoon Kong-rey. With no control, the ship drifted towards Yehliu Geopark, where it ran aground. This

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Nov 02 2024TECHNOLOGY

Windows 10's Final Breath: Extended Support for $30

Hey, Windows 10 users! Microsoft has dropped a bombshell: your trusty OS is officially ending its support on October 14, 2025. But wait, there's a lifeline! For a cool $30, you can get an extra year of security updates. This isn't your usual free ride, though. You'll only get critical and important

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Nov 02 2024TECHNOLOGY

Windows 11's Recall Feature: Still Not Ready, Now Aiming for December

Recall, a controversial feature for Windows 11 that was supposed to help users find anything done on their PCs, is facing yet another delay. Initially planned for October, Microsoft now says they need more time to get it right. The feature, which takes regular "snapshots" of your computer and uses A

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Nov 02 2024CRIME

Orlando Takes Action After Shooting: Early Closing and Curfew

In response to a recent shooting in downtown Orlando, Mayor Buddy Dyer has taken steps to enhance safety. Starting tonight, bars and clubs in the entertainment district will stop selling alcohol after midnight. The city wants these streets cleared by 1 AM. This move comes after the police chief repo

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Nov 02 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Blinded by Bling: The RHOC Finale Leaves Fans Talking

The final episode of the Real Housewives of Orange County (RHOC) was a mix of sparkle and squabbles. Jenn's stunning engagement ring became the talk of the night, but not everyone was captivated by the jewel alone. A celebratory atmosphere took a sudden turn when the spotlight shifted to her fiancé'

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Job Numbers Mix-up: Strikes, Storms, and What's Really Going On

October's job numbers release before the election is raising some eyebrows. We've seen striking aerospace machinists and hotel workers, like 41, 400 new striking workers mostly from Boeing, and voice actors in the video game industry. Boeing's hit hard, planning to cut 17, 000 jobs, or 10% of their

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Nov 01 2024CELEBRITIES

Ye's Journey: A New Documentary Unveiled

A mysterious documentary about Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has just been announced. It's been in the making for six years and promises unique insights into his life. The film will be shown at the American Film Market, with a promo reel screening on November 7. It's produced by Nicolas Balleste

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Nov 01 2024OPINION

Gen Z Men: Struggling in Love and Politics

Love and politics can be a tough mix, especially for Gen Z men. Four years ago, supporting Donald Trump might have seemed like a smart political move, but it's now making dating life harder. Gen Z women, especially those who are college-educated, are less interested in dating or even being friends w

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Mexico's Surprising Alliance: How Cuba Stays Afloat

For decades, Cuba's communist regime has relied on support from various countries. First, it was the Soviet Union, then Venezuela. Now, Mexico has stepped up, becoming a crucial lifeline for Cuba. Despite Mexico's domestic struggles, like increasing violence and blackouts, its government keeps sendi

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