Author: Marc Corbac
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Millions Witness Total Solar Eclipse Across North America
A total solar eclipse captivated millions across a heavily populated swath of North America as the Moon completely blocked the Sun for more than four minutes in some places. The eclipse, viewable weather permitting, started in Mexico and crossed through the United States into Canada. In Mexico, the city of Mazatlan witnessed the event, with…
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South Korea’s Parliamentary Elections: Opposition Projected to Gain Majority, Dealing Blow to President Yoon Suk-yeol
In South Korea’s recent parliamentary elections, the main opposition Democratic Party (DP) and its allies are projected to increase their majority, potentially winning up to 197 seats in the 300-seat legislature, according to a joint exit poll by three major television networks.
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Taiwan Hit by Deadly 7.2 Magnitude Earthquake, Sparking Tsunami Warnings
A powerful 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan on Wednesday, marking the strongest tremor to hit the island in over 25 years.
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ISIS-K Claims Responsibility for Moscow Concert Hall Attack
ISIS-K, a branch of the Islamic State group, has claimed responsibility for a shooting rampage that resulted in the deaths of 115 people at a concert hall near Moscow. The Kremlin has reported the arrest of 11 individuals, including four suspected gunmen, in connection with the attack. According to the Kremlin, FSB security service chief…
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U.S. Expresses Concern over Israeli Attack on UN Training Centre in Gaza
The United States has strongly condemned the recent Israeli attack on a UN training center in Gaza’s Khan Younis, expressing deep concern over the incident. Deputy State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel emphasized the urgent need to safeguard civilians, humanitarian workers, and aid facilities, as the conflict continues to escalate in the region.
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Earthquake Strikes Western Xinjiang, China: Rescue Efforts Underway Amidst Extensive Damage
In the early hours of Tuesday, a magnitude 7.1 earthquake rattled the sparsely populated Uchturpan county in China’s western Xinjiang region. While causing significant damage, the earthquake only resulted in six reported injuries, a surprisingly low number given the freezing cold weather conditions. This seismic event is the latest in a series of natural disasters…
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CES 2024 Unveils Tech Marvels: From AI Gadgets to Foldable OLED Monitors and Honda’s Zero Series EVs
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024 kicked off with a bang, showcasing groundbreaking innovations across various sectors. From Nvidia’s RTX 4080 Super to Samsung’s rolling robot projector, the event is a platform for tech giants to set the stage for the upcoming year. Monday’s press conferences revealed exciting releases such as MSI’s Steam Deck competitor…
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Miraculous iPhone Escape: Plunges 16,000 Feet from Alaska Airlines Flight Unscathed
In an extraordinary turn of events, an iPhone took a harrowing 16,000 feet plunge from an Alaska Airlines flight and landed without a single crack in the screen, with the battery still half-charged. This incident occurred when a fuselage panel blew off Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, leading to a sudden depressurization of the cabin and…