Category: News
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New Orleans Truck Attack: Is the Sugar Bowl Cancelled?
The 91st Annual Sugar Bowl, originally scheduled for New Year’s Day at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, has been postponed to Thursday following a tragic terror attack in the city’s French Quarter. The incident, described as an act of terrorism by the FBI, involved a pickup truck that intentionally plowed into a crowd on Bourbon…
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Shamsud-Din Bahar Jabbar: Who was the suspect in New Orleans attack?
Shamsud-Din Bahar Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. citizen from Texas, has been identified by the FBI as the suspect in a devastating attack that claimed 10 lives in New Orleans on New Year’s Day. The incident, involving a truck ramming into a crowd, is being treated as an act of terrorism. The FBI revealed that Jabbar…
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A Week of Tragedy in the Skies: Five Air Accidents Claim Lives and Raise Concerns
The past week has been marked by a series of devastating air accidents worldwide, with over 200 lives lost and several injuries reported. These incidents underscore the risks of air travel and the complexities of aviation safety. Below are the details of the five significant air accidents that occurred this week. Azerbaijan Airlines Flight J2-8243:…
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El Salvador Increases Bitcoin Reserves Despite IMF Concerns
El Salvador has added another Bitcoin (BTC) to its reserves, marking Christmas Day with a total of 5,997.77 BTC, valued at approximately $595 million. The move reaffirms the country’s commitment to its Bitcoin adoption strategy, despite persistent warnings from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reconsider its approach. Officials from El Salvador’s Bitcoin Office have…
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Liberia Parliament: Speaker Jonathan Fonati Koffa Denies Involvement in Capitol Building Fire Amid Political Tensions
Liberia’s House of Representatives Speaker, Jonathan Fonati Koffa, has denied any involvement in the recent fire that engulfed parts of the country’s Capitol building in Monrovia. The fire, which broke out early Wednesday morning, caused significant damage but resulted in no casualties as the building was unoccupied at the time. The incident occurred just a…
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Volaris Flight 3041: Passenger Arrested After Attempting to Divert Volaris Flight to the U.S.
A passenger aboard a Volaris flight from El Bajío to Tijuana was arrested after attempting to forcibly divert the aircraft to the United States, according to an official statement released by the airline on Sunday. The incident occurred during Volaris flight 3041, prompting the crew to enact emergency security protocols. The aircraft was diverted to…
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Facebook Down: Global Outage Hits Meta Platforms, Services Restored Within Hours
Meta’s platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, and Threads, experienced a widespread outage on December 11, 2024. The outage began around 6 PM UK time (10 AM Pacific Time) and disrupted services for millions of users globally. According to Down Detector, a website that tracks outages, reports of issues surged across all of Meta’s platforms.…
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Spain Introduces Comprehensive Immigration Reforms to Enhance Migrant Integration
The Spanish government has approved a landmark Immigration Regulation aimed at improving the integration of migrants through reforms in work, education, and family policies. Minister of Inclusion, Elma Saiz, described the new regulation as striking “a balance between extending and protecting the rights of migrants and the legal rigor and attention to Spain’s needs.” The…
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China Extends Visa-Free Stays to 30 Days and Adds Nine New Countries to Policy
Travelers planning trips to China have something to celebrate: from November 30, 2024, the visa-free stay duration in China will increase from 15 days to 30 days, while nine additional countries will be included in the visa waiver program. This policy, announced by the Chinese Foreign Ministry, marks an effort to boost international exchanges and…
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Starbucks Celebrates Red Cup Day with Reusable Holiday Cups and Exclusive Perks
Starbucks fans mark their calendars for Red Cup Day, an annual event where holiday drink purchases come with a complimentary limited-edition red cup. This year’s red holiday cup is crafted from 95% recycled materials and is available while supplies last. Customers bringing any reusable cup, including the red cup, to Starbucks, will enjoy a 10-cent…
