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international

Fixing Our Elections: A Challenge for All Americans

October 9, 2024

This November, a record number of Americans will vote in local, state, and federal elections. They'll decide on leaders and important issues like abortion rights and minimum wage increases. Many have already started voting by mail. For years, Americans have seen our elections as a model for the wor

business

Flydubai's New Business Class Check-In: A VIP Experience from Start to Finish

October 9, 2024

Imagine you're a business traveler rushing to catch your flight. Wouldn't it be nice to have a smooth, stress-free check-in experience? Flydubai, a Dubai-based airline, has just launched a new Business Class check-in at Dubai International Airport's Terminal 2. This isn't your average check-in area.

science

Weather Delays: Crew-8 Astronauts' Return Home Postponed

October 8, 2024

Hurricane Milton has put a wrench in NASA and SpaceX's plans to bring four astronauts back to Earth. The powerful storm forced the agencies to reschedule the Crew-8 mission's undocking from the International Space Station (ISS) from Monday, October 7, to Sunday, October 13. The astronauts—Matthew Do

finance

Gulf Banks Have More Cash: What's Next?

October 7, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are sitting on more liquid cash than many of their global counterparts. This shift is largely due to the high interest rates in Europe and other regions, according to an executive from Qatar National Bank. Speaking

health

Rwanda Battles Marburg: 11 Dead, No Known Source

October 7, 2024

Marburg hemorrhagic fever has taken the lives of 11 people in Rwanda, according to health officials. This deadly virus shares similar symptoms with Ebola and has infected a total of 36 individuals. The first cases were found among patients in healthcare facilities. Although the outbreak was declared

politics

Rebuilding Gaza: Challenges and Obstacles

October 7, 2024

The process of rebuilding Gaza faces substantial challenges, including clearing massive amounts of debris, restoring damaged infrastructure, and addressing political roadblocks. The United Nations estimates that the war has left 40 million tons of rubble in Gaza, requiring up to 15 years and $650 mi

entertainment

Smart Streaming on a Budget: Future Shack's Savvy Strategy

October 6, 2024

Ever wondered how some streaming services manage to churn out great content without spending a fortune? Enter Future Shack, headed by Jeff Wachtel. Instead of splurging on big-budget productions, they’ve found a clever way to keep costs low and quality high. The secret? Collaborating with internatio

technology

SpaceX to the Rescue

September 30, 2024

SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule made its way to the International Space Station (ISS) on Sunday, bringing with it two brave astronauts, Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gorbunov. Their mission was to rescue two stranded astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who had been stuck at the ISS for months. The

politics

China's Quest for Global Peace: A Path of Cooperation

September 29, 2024

As the United Nations General Assembly gathered to address pressing global issues, China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, took center stage to reiterate his country's commitment to promoting peace and stability around the world. With a focus on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Wang emphasized the import

technology

SpaceX to the Rescue: A New Era of Space Exploration

September 29, 2024

For weeks, two astronauts have been stuck in orbit, waiting for a chance to return to Earth. NASA and Boeing's Starliner spacecraft had a rough start, experiencing helium leaks and malfunctioning thrusters. But now, SpaceX is stepping in to help bring them home. The rescue mission took off from Cape