CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — NASA and SpaceX have unveiled a plan to deorbit the International Space Station (ISS) using a modified Dragon capsule when the time comes for the massive lab to retire. The space agency and Elon Musk’s company announced on Wednesday that the plan is to burn up the ISS on reentry and […]
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Thomas Matthew Crooks, the failed assassin, researched former President Donald Trump’s schedule and movements before shooting, according to FBI investigators. He also looked into President Biden and a member of the British royal family. Investigators revealed Crooks’ search history to lawmakers on Wednesday. The 20-year-old had searched for Trump’s appearance dates and the Democratic National […]
After months of anticipation, JD Vance has been selected as Donald Trump’s running mate for the 2024 election, positioning him as a potential leader of the ‘America First’ movement. Despite having less than two years in Congress, the Ohio senator’s political inexperience is contrasted by his distinct foreign policy views. These views diverge from those […]
The Federal Court of Canada faces a unique challenge: determining whether artificial intelligence (AI) can be recognized as authors under the country’s copyright law. This case marks the first time the court will examine how the Copyright Act applies to AI-generated content, such as text, images, and videos produced by systems like ChatGPT. David Fewer, […]
Canada’s annual inflation rate decreased to 2.7% in June, primarily due to a slowdown in the year-over-year increase of gasoline prices, according to Statistics Canada. On Tuesday, the agency reported a 0.4% rise in gasoline prices in June, following a significant 5.6% increase in May. Excluding gasoline, the consumer price index rose by 2.8% in […]
Kenyan police used tear gas to disperse hundreds of protesters who are maintaining pressure on President William Ruto, despite his recent concessions. The activists, responsible for weeks of protests initially triggered by proposed tax hikes, called for a nationwide shutdown on Tuesday. Ruto’s two-year presidency faces its most significant crisis yet, with protests persisting even […]
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The NHS has recommended the use of an online test, QbTest, to potentially speed up the diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents. QbTest, a computer-based assessment, tracks patients’ movements while evaluating the three primary symptoms of ADHD – inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. The results are then compared with those of […]
JD Vance, Donald Trump’s vice-presidential selection, sparked controversy by suggesting that the UK could become the first “truly Islamist country” to acquire nuclear weapons after Labour’s election victory. Vance, an Ohio senator and author of Hillbilly Elegy, made these remarks at a conference for US Conservatives. This comment may cause discomfort for UK’s foreign secretary, […]
Israel monitored Rafa’a Salameh, the Khan Younis Brigade commander, for weeks before striking his location on Saturday. The goal was to target Muhammad Deif, Hamas’s military commander, who Israel believed would visit, according to a New York Times report citing Israeli officials. Israel thinks Deif was present on Saturday, leading to the strike that killed […]
The “Game of Thrones” prequel, “House of the Dragon,” revolves around the Targaryen dynasty, renowned for their dragon-riding skills, silver hair, and a history of marrying within their bloodline. The fifth episode of the second season presents the most unusual instance of this practice yet. Matt Smith’s character, Daemon Targaryen, has been sidelined for most […]
The “Messi Generation” of Argentina’s national soccer team is basking in the glow of a stunning sunset, illuminated by three major trophies in three years. The latest triumph came on Sunday with a hard-fought 1-0 extra-time win over Colombia in the 2024 Copa América. This remarkable run was born out of repeated disappointments, including multiple […]
The Euro 2024 tournament reached its thrilling conclusion on Sunday as Spain clinched their fourth championship title, defeating England 2-1. Nico Williams (47th minute) and Mikel Oyarzabal (86th minute) scored for Spain, while Cole Palmer briefly equalized for England with just over 15 minutes left. Spain’s victory at the European Championship marks their fourth title, […]
The King has sent a private message to former President Trump after he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt, according to Buckingham Palace. The message, delivered on Sunday through the UK embassy in Washington DC, remains confidential. However, the BBC reports that the sentiments align with those expressed by the prime minister over the weekend. Trump […]
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have intensified divorce speculations as their Beverly Hills mansion hit the public market on Thursday. The couple purchased the property last year for $60.85 million after an extensive search in Los Angeles’ priciest neighborhoods. Amid split rumors, Jennifer and Ben discreetly tried to sell the 12-bedroom, 24-bathroom mansion for $65 […]
I’ve lost count of the times I’ve seen a black shape darting beneath me while surfing, only to realize it’s a Cape fur seal sharing the wave. But now, with nine seals testing positive for rabies – the first significant marine mammal outbreak – surfers along this 400-mile coastline are on high alert. Gregg Oelofse, […]