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A remarkable talent with a tragic end: Liam Payne rose to fame as a member of One Direction
Liam Payne has died at the age of 31. The popular singer tragically passed away on Wednesday, October 16, following a fall from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. According to police, the 31-year-old’s body was discovered on Costa Rica street in the Palermo district. The fall resulted in injuries that […]
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New York rapper dies unexpectedly
Brooklyn rapper and producer Ka passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52 on Saturday. His family confirmed the news in an Instagram post. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce Kaseem Ryan, the rapper and producer known as Ka, unexpectedly passed away on October 12th in New York at the age of 52,” […]
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NASA to launch mission that could answer whether life exists beyond earth
The question of life beyond Earth has long been the subject of speculation and conspiracy theories. However, NASA is preparing to scientifically confirm or debunk this mystery. This evening (Monday, October 14), around 6:00 PM, the much-anticipated mission to Jupiter’s icy moon Europa will launch. The spacecraft, named Europa Clipper, will take off from Kennedy […]
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Snoop Dogg finally cleared of murder charges
Although the rapper was acquitted of the charges in 1996, his record was only cleared yesterday. In 1993, rapper Snoop Dogg was involved in an altercation during which he and his bodyguard were accused of fatally shooting a gang member. While the bodyguard was said to be responsible for the shooting, Snoop was driving the […]
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Fire on Baltic sea tanker extinguished
Experts have yet to begin investigating the cause of the fire due to the accumulation of dangerous gases. German firefighters successfully extinguished a fire that broke out on a heating oil tanker off the Baltic Sea coast on Friday morning. However, experts have been unable to start investigating the cause of the fire because of […]
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Florida still recovering from hurricane Milton, with at least 16 lives lost
The damage caused by the hurricane could reach up to $100 billion. Hurricane Milton has claimed at least 16 lives after sweeping through the state of Florida on Thursday. Clean-up operations are now underway, with crews working to remove fallen trees and downed power lines, reports Reuters. Although Florida was spared the devastating storm surge […]
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Nobel peace prize awarded to Hiroshima and Nagasaki survivors organization
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization representing survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. The Norwegian Nobel Committee made the announcement on Friday morning. The committee praised Nihon Hidankyo “for their efforts towards a world free of nuclear weapons and for bearing witness […]
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Oxford university scientists make significant medical breakthrough
Nearly 26,000 women die from ovarian cancer each year in the European Union. OvarianVax is a promising new vaccine in development that aims to train the immune system to recognize and attack the earliest stages of ovarian cancer. Researchers have secured £600,000 (€719,960) in funding, which will support laboratory research for the next three years, […]
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U.S. Sees largest oil stockpile increase in 5 months
U.S. gasoline reserves fell last week. Crude oil inventories in the United States rose more than expected last week, according to data released Wednesday by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), as reported by RTTNews. The EIA reported that for the week ending October 4, 2024, crude oil stocks increased by 5.810 million barrels, reaching […]
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Hurricane milton approaches Florida, over one million ordered to evacuate
Hurricane Milton, currently heading towards Florida’s coast, is projected to be one of the most destructive storms ever to hit the state, according to estimates. More than one million residents have been ordered to evacuate, as reported by Reuters. Wednesday is the last day for Florida residents to leave before the storm hits. Highways are […]
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Amazon faces employee backlash: sudden ban on remote work sparks protests
Working from home has become a preferred option for many people, offering more comfort, a relaxed environment, and minimal social interaction—something that suits introverts in particular. However, the trend of returning to the office has been gaining momentum in recent times.Employers are moving away from remote work, and Amazon, the second-largest private employer globally, is […]
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Nobel prize in medicine awarded to Ambros and Ruvkun for discovery of microRNA
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been jointly awarded to Americans Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their groundbreaking discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation. The Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm made the announcement on Monday morning, with Secretary General Thomas Perlmann revealing the laureates’ […]
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Another hurricane threatens Florida, expected to hit next week
Milton is currently off the coast of Mexico. Residents of Florida were warned on Sunday that Tropical Storm Milton could rapidly strengthen into a powerful hurricane and hit areas along the Gulf Coast mid-next week, areas that were recently devastated by Hurricane Helene, according to the Associated Press. Milton is presently situated near Mexico’s coastline […]
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Mrbeast faces lawsuit: contestants were allegedly harassed and denied food during reality show filming
Five women, who participated in the filming of a reality show under the direction of Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, have filed a lawsuit against the YouTube star. Donaldson, the most-watched YouTuber globally and a multimillionaire, is now facing a 54-page lawsuit, according to a report from the BBC. The women involved claim they […]
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Eminem announces he’s becoming a grandfather in emotional new music video
In a heartfelt twist, Eminem revealed that he’s going to be a grandfather in his new music video for the song Temporary. The video, released yesterday, is a compilation of family footage featuring his daughter Hailie Jade, with clips from her childhood and scenes from her recent wedding. The touching song is dedicated to Hailie, […]
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Dengue fever spreading in Italy
A significant outbreak of dengue fever in the city of Fano has raised concerns within the scientific community. Italian scientists are alarmed by the growing number of dengue cases in the Marche region, located in central Italy. The outbreak is concentrated in Fano, where over 100 confirmed cases have been recorded since mid-August, with 35 […]
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Evacuations, canceled flights, and closed schools as a destructive typhoon heads toward Taiwan
The typhoon is expected to hit the country a day later than initially predicted. Schools and financial markets were closed across Taiwan on Wednesday as Typhoon Krathon brought heavy rains and strong winds to the island’s southern and eastern regions. More than 10,000 people were evacuated from vulnerable areas, according to AFP. All domestic flights […]
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Two men killed in Greece wildfire
Two firefighters were injured. Two men lost their lives while helping to extinguish a wildfire in central Greece, local authorities confirmed on Monday, according to reports from Reuters. The fire broke out on Sunday near the coastal town of Xylokastro on the Peloponnese peninsula, about 120 kilometers west of Athens. Strong winds caused the fire […]
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RIP – American country singer Kris Kristofferson passes away
Acclaimed musician and actor known for collaborations with Johnny Cash and director Martin Scorsese. Kris Kristofferson, the award-winning American country singer and actor, passed away on Saturday at the age of 88. According to BBC, he died peacefully at his home in Hawaii, surrounded by family. Kristofferson became famous for songs like Me and Bobby […]
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Volkswagen has once again lowered its outlook for the year, anticipating weaker sales compared to last year.
The German automaker, facing ongoing challenges, had initially expected to increase deliveries by 3% compared to the 9.2 million vehicles sold last year. However, after the stock market closed on Friday, Volkswagen announced it now expects to sell only around 9 million vehicles this year. The company also revised down its revenue projections, now forecasting […]
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Automotive giant Stellantis has revised its outlook, forecasting higher expenses and reduced cash flow.
Stellantis no longer expects positive free cash flow this year, predicting it will burn through more cash than initially projected. The company cited worsening trends in the auto industry, higher costs related to restructuring its U.S. operations, and increased competition from China in the electric vehicle sector. This was reported by Reuters. The company now […]
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Search teams still looking for trapped victims
Hurricane Helene has claimed at least 11 lives in North Carolina, with the toll expected to rise, Governor Roy Cooper announced at a Sunday press conference, according to AP. “This is an unprecedented tragedy that demands an unprecedented response,” Cooper stated. He noted that rescuers have yet to reach all affected areas due to blocked […]
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Fake Brad Pitt scams women out of €325,000 via WhatsApp
Spanish police have arrested several scammers who impersonated Brad Pitt and swindled women out of thousands of euros. On Monday, Spanish police announced the arrest of five individuals accused of defrauding two women out of €325,000 by pretending to be the American actor Brad Pitt. The news was reported by AFP. The suspects contacted the […]
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Hurricane Helene claims at least 43 lives in the USA
Over three million people remain without power. Authorities in the southeastern United States were working to clear the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on Saturday, but the death toll continued to rise. So far, 43 fatalities have been reported, though officials expect to find more victims in some states, according to Reuters. At least 3.25 million […]
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Two new crew members headed to the ISS
The launch was delayed due to the approaching tropical storm Helene. A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched on Saturday from Cape Canaveral, Florida, carrying the Crew Dragon spacecraft into orbit. The spacecraft will transport American astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Alexander Gorbunov to the International Space Station (ISS), according to AFP and DPA […]
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Actress Maggie Smith, known for Harry Potter films and downton abbey, has passed away
Maggie Smith will be remembered by many for her iconic role as Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter film series. On Friday, at the age of 89, actress Maggie Smith passed away, widely known for her roles in Harry Potter and the TV series Downton Abbey. The news was reported by the BBC, citing […]
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Undersea power cable in the mediterranean to aid green energy distribution
Nine EU member states in the Mediterranean region aim to create a renewable energy hub. Energy officials from nine European Union (EU) member states in the Mediterranean region announced plans on Monday to transform the area into a center for renewable energy and to explore ways to facilitate cross-border projects, according to Reuters. Representatives from […]
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Mercedes-Benz reports significant decline in profits compared to last year
The lowered outlook for Mercedes-Benz has had a negative impact on other German automotive stocks. Shares of the premium car manufacturer fell by more than 6% due to profit warnings, as reported by DPA and CNBC. Mercedes-Benz has reduced its profit forecast for this year, citing weak demand in China. The company now expects its […]
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Ryanair criticizes airports for encouraging drunkenness among passengers
Ryanair’s CEO, Michael O’Leary, has voiced concerns over disruptive behavior from intoxicated passengers during flights. The airline is proposing a two-drink limit for passengers at airports to reduce incidents of violence, especially when alcohol is mixed with other substances, as reported by the BBC. “We don’t want to deny people a drink. However, we don’t […]
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Volkswagen threatens to lay off 30,000 employees, German minister urges company to keep plants open
German Economy Minister Robert Habeck has called on Volkswagen to avoid closing its plants. During a visit to Volkswagen’s factory in Emden, Lower Saxony, Habeck emphasized that all efforts should focus on keeping the production sites operational. This was reported by the DPA news agency. Cost-cutting measures shouldn’t come at the expense of employees or […]
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