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Florida Retirement Community Devastated by Hurricane Milton and Twin Tornadoes
Florida’s retirement community faces devastation as Hurricane Milton triggers twin tornadoes. Residents grapple with unprecedented damage amid a record number of tornado warnings.
Affirmative Action Ban Reshapes U.S. College Campuses
With the U.S. Supreme Court’s ban on affirmative action, U.S. colleges are seeing shifts in campus diversity, raising concerns about the long-term impact on education quality.
US Campuses Adapt as Affirmative Action Ban Alters Admissions Landscape
Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ban on affirmative action, colleges are seeing shifts in student demographics, with declines in minority enrollment at some institutions and increases at traditionally Black schools.
UN Chief Warns Attacks on Lebanon Peacekeepers May Constitute War Crimes
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns that attacks against peacekeepers in Lebanon may constitute war crimes following incidents involving Israeli forces breaching UNIFIL bases.
Hezbollah Drone Attack on Northern Israel Base Kills Four Soldiers, Injures Seven
The Israeli military reported that a drone attack by Hezbollah on an army base near Binyamina in northern Israel early Monday killed four soldiers and severely injured seven others.
Iceland’s Coalition Government Collapses Amid Policy Disagreements; Elections Set for November
Iceland’s three-party coalition government collapsed due to policy disagreements, prompting new elections in November, Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson announced.
Iceland’s Coalition Government Collapses; New Elections Called for November
Iceland’s three-party coalition government collapsed due to policy disagreements, prompting Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson to announce new elections scheduled for November.
Pentagon to Deploy THAAD Missile Defense System to Israel Amid Rising Tensions
The Pentagon announces the deployment of a THAAD missile defense system to Israel to bolster air defenses amid rising tensions with Iran.
Pentagon Deploys THAAD Missile Defense to Israel Amid Rising Tensions
The Pentagon announces the deployment of a THAAD missile defense system to Israel, enhancing its air defenses amid heightened tensions following reported Iranian attacks.
Pakistan’s Hosting of SCO Meeting Marks Turning Point in Regional Diplomacy
Pakistan is set to host the 23rd SCO Heads of Government Meeting, marking a significant opportunity to enhance regional diplomacy and foster cooperation among member states.
Pakistan Hosts Pivotal SCO Meeting, Marking a Turn in Regional Diplomacy
Pakistan is set to host the 23rd SCO Meeting, marking a pivotal moment for regional diplomacy and cooperation.
Pictures of the Week: Latest on the Palestine-Israel Conflict
This week’s photo roundup captures the latest developments in the escalating Palestine-Israel conflict, highlighting the increasing casualties and unfolding events in the Gaza Strip.
UN Peacekeepers Report Israeli Tanks Forcibly Entered Position in Lebanon
UNIFIL reports that Israeli tanks destroyed their main gate and forcibly entered a UN position in southern Lebanon, marking an escalation in regional tensions.
China and Vietnam Strengthen Ties Amid Global Changes
Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man have pledged to deepen cooperation between their countries, emphasizing a shared future and collaboration in emerging industries.
SpaceX’s Starship Booster Caught by Mechanical ‘Chopsticks’ in Historic Test
SpaceX’s Starship rocket reached a new milestone when its Super Heavy booster was caught by giant mechanical arms upon returning to the launch pad, showcasing advancements in reusable space technology.
SpaceX Successfully Catches Starship Booster with Giant ‘Chopsticks’ in Bold Test Flight
SpaceX’s Starship rocket completed its boldest test flight yet, with the Super Heavy booster successfully caught by giant mechanical “chopsticks” upon return—a significant step toward fully reusable rockets.
Seven People Killed in South African Home Shooting
Seven people, including a three-year-old boy, were killed in a shooting southwest of Johannesburg. The alleged shooter turned the gun on himself, marking the latest in a string of mass shootings in South Africa.
Tesla’s Two-Seater Robotaxi Raises Expert Doubts and Shares Drop
Tesla’s unveiling of a two-seater robotaxi has raised concerns among experts, leading to an 8.78% drop in shares and a $70 billion loss in market value, as key questions remain unanswered.
Tesla’s Two-Seater Robotaxi Design Raises Expert Doubts Amid Market Decline
Tesla’s two-seater robotaxi design unveiled at ‘Robotaxi Day’ raises doubts among experts, leading to a sharp 8.78% drop in shares and significant market value loss.