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Money-Saving Tips on Your Health Insurance Coverage
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Health care costs are at an all-time high around the world. That’s why saving money on health insurance feels like a daunting task for most people. But if you think the high cost of health insurance gives you an excuse not to have it, you better think twice! After all, skimping on health insurance…
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YouTube’s Controversial Decision to Allow False Claims About Past U.S. Presidential Elections
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YouTube has recently sparked controversy by changing its policy to allow videos that contain false claims about past U.S. presidential elections. This decision has been criticized by many who believe that the platform contributes to the spread of misinformation and undermines the integrity of the democratic process. Previously, YouTube had a strict policy that…
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U.S. Debt Ceiling Bill Passes House With Broad Bipartisan Support
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A divided U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to suspend the $31.4 trillion debt ceiling on Wednesday, with majority support from Democrats and Republicans to overcome opposition led by hardline conservatives and avoid a catastrophic default. The Republican-controlled House voted 314-117 to send the legislation to the Senate, which must enact it and…
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ISRO’s Launch of GSLV With NavIC Satellite to Space
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The Indian Space Research Organisation on Monday successfully launched the Navic constellation. This satellite is part of India’s regional navigation system (IRNSS) network and augments coverage provided by global navigation satellite fleets operated by the US, Russia, China, and Europe. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle – Mk II rocket deployed the 2,232-kilogram spacecraft NVS-1…
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Guam Residents Lose Power, Internet, Water As Typhoon Mawar Wreaks Havoc
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As Typhoon Mawar aimed its fury at Guam, residents facing terrifying winds and crashing waves from the strongest typhoon to hit the US Pacific territory in decades had identical twin meteorologists to keep them informed — and provide the outside world with a glimpse of the chaos unfolding on the remote island. Landon Aydlett,…
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Bulgarian Writer Georgi Gospodinov Wins International Booker Prize for Darkly Comic Memory Novel
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Yes, Bulgarian writer Georgi Gospodinov won the 2023 International Booker Prize for his novel “Time Shelter”. The book is a darkly comic exploration of memory and nostalgia, and it beat five other finalists to the prize. The International Booker Prize is awarded to the best translated work of fiction published in the UK or…
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Instagram Back Up After Global Outage
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Instagram was back up for most users after a global outage that affected thousands began to ease on Sunday evening. The photo-sharing app, owned by Meta Platform Inc (META.O), was down for over 90 minutes, prompting many users to complain to Twitter and other platforms. Meta said in a statement that the issue was…
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Everything About the Cannes 2023 and Cost to Attend the Festival
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The Cannes Film Festival, also known as the Festival de Cannes or simply Cannes, is one of the most prestigious events in the world. The event in Cannes, France, showcases critically acclaimed films worldwide. The festival is considered a highlight in the film industry, and it is not uncommon for celebrities and Hollywood elite…
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Imran Khan’s Party Calls For Islamabad Gathering Amid Protests Over Arrest
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Asserting that ongoing nationwide protests will continue until the release of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, his party has instructed the party leaders, workers, and supporters to gather at the Islamabad Judicial Complex at 8 am on Wednesday. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) said a march to the Supreme Court would follow the gathering. NPR’s…
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Tory Lanez Denied New Trial, Awaits Sentencing for Shooting Megan Thee Stallion
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Tory Lanez, the Canadian rapper, singer and songwriter, has been denied a new trial by a judge in Los Angeles. The rapper is now awaiting sentencing after being found guilty of shooting fellow rapper Megan Thee Stallion last year. In October 2020, Megan Thee Stallion accused Lanez of shooting her in the foot during…