Year: 2024

24

Dec

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Health, News, Tech

Russia Announces Development of Cancer Vaccine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that Russian scientists are nearing the creation of cancer vaccines, which could become available in the near future. The vaccines are reportedly based on messenger RNA (mRNA) technology, similar to that used in some COVID-19 vaccines. Russia plans to distribute these vaccines free of charge to cancer patients, with availability expected as early as 2025. However, concerns have been raised due to the lack of publicly available trial results.…

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24

Dec

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News, Science, TechClosest Approach to the Sun, nasa, NASA's Parker Solar Probe

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Achieves Closest Approach to the Sun

On December 24, 2024, NASA's Parker Solar Probe reached a historic milestone by making its closest approach to the Sun, coming within 3.8 million miles (approximately 6.1 million kilometers) of the solar surface. This unprecedented proximity allows the probe to gather invaluable data on the Sun's corona and the origins of solar wind, phenomena that significantly influence space weather and can impact Earth's technological systems. Launched in 2018, the Parker Solar Probe is designed to…

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24

Dec

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Entertainment, News, StoriesChristopher Nolan, The Odyssey

Christopher Nolan Announces ‘The Odyssey’ Adaptation with Star-Studded Cast

Acclaimed director Christopher Nolan is set to bring Homer's ancient Greek epic, The Odyssey, to the big screen. Universal Pictures announced that the film, described as a "mythic action epic," will be shot worldwide using new IMAX film technology and is scheduled for release on July 17, 2026. The ensemble cast includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron. The Odyssey narrates the perilous journey of Odysseus as…

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24

Dec

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Business, News, TechHonda, Honda Nissan Merge, Nissan

Honda and Nissan Announce Merger Talks to Form World’s Third-Largest Automaker

Japanese automotive giants Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. have officially commenced discussions on a potential merger, aiming to establish the world's third-largest car manufacturer by sales. This strategic move is a response to intensifying competition from electric vehicle (EV) leaders such as Tesla and emerging Chinese manufacturers like BYD. The proposed merger would involve the creation of a joint holding company, with plans to finalize discussions by June 2025 and establish the new…

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23

Dec

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Business, NewsDonald Trump, Greenland Acquisition, Trump administration

Trump Administration Revives Interest in Greenland Acquisition

President-elect Donald Trump has reignited discussions about the United States acquiring Greenland, citing national security concerns. On December 22, 2024, Trump posted on Truth Social, stating that U.S. "ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity." He also announced the appointment of Ken Howery as ambassador to Denmark; Howery previously served as U.S. Ambassador to Sweden. This renewed interest follows earlier suggestions by Trump's allies. On November 8, 2024, Representative Mike Collins (GA-10) posted…

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23

Dec

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Health, News#Norovirus2024

Norovirus – Over 80 Sickened After Consuming Raw Oysters at Los Angeles Event

Health officials are investigating a norovirus outbreak that sickened more than 80 people after they consumed raw oysters at a Los Angeles event earlier this month. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed the illnesses, with attendees experiencing symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps. The outbreak was traced to oysters served at a gathering held on December 3, 2024. Norovirus, a highly contagious virus often linked to raw or undercooked…

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23

Dec

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EntertainmentKennedy Center Honors 2024

Kennedy Center Honors 2024 Celebrates Iconic Artists and Institutions

The 47th annual Kennedy Center Honors aired on Sunday, December 22, 2024, on CBS, celebrating some of the most influential figures in American arts and culture. This year’s honorees included the legendary rock band Grateful Dead, blues icon Bonnie Raitt, jazz virtuoso Arturo Sandoval, acclaimed filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola, and the historic Apollo Theater—the first institution to receive this prestigious recognition. The ceremony, recorded earlier in December at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., featured…

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15

Sep

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News, Sports, Stories

Canelo Alvarez Defeats Edgar Berlanga, Retains Super Middleweight Titles

Saul "Canelo" Alvarez claimed a decisive victory over Edgar Berlanga on September 14 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Fighting during the Mexican Independence Day weekend, Alvarez defended his WBC, WBA, and WBO super middleweight titles, winning by unanimous decision with scores of 117-110, 118-109, and 118-109. Canelo knocked Berlanga down with a left hook in the third round, but the fight went the full 12 rounds. With this win, Canelo improved his record to…

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15

Sep

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Legendary Actor James Earl Jones Passes Away at 93

James Earl Jones, the iconic actor known for his powerful voice and commanding presence, has died at the age of 93. Born in Mississippi in 1931, Jones overcame a childhood stutter with the help of poetry and drama, going on to become one of the most celebrated voices in entertainment. Best known for voicing Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in The Lion King, Jones earned over 100 screen credits and was praised for…

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31

Aug

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Entertainment, News, Stories

Place of remembrance for the late princess

The Flame of Liberty Memorial by the Seine in Paris Situated by the Seine River in Paris, near the Pont de l'Alma tunnel, the Flame of Liberty monument —a replica of the torch from the American Statue of Liberty— serves as a memorial for Princess Diana. Since the day of her death, this monument has been used by the people of Paris as a place of remembrance for the late princess. Since Princess Diana's death…

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