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The World Welcomes 2025
01
Jan
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The World Welcomes 2025

The world is ringing in the new year, bidding farewell to 2024 and welcoming the dawn of 2025. Fireworks are exploding across the globe, lighting up the night sky with dazzling displays of color and light. In New Zealand, the first country to enter the new year, celebrations have already begun. The iconic Sky Tower in Auckland is ablaze with fireworks, and crowds are gathered in the streets, cheering and toasting to the future.  As…
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Polar Vortex to Bring Frigid Temperatures to Eastern U.S
31
Dec
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Polar Vortex to Bring Frigid Temperatures to Eastern U.S

A significant shift in weather patterns is set to bring exceptionally cold temperatures to the Midwest and Eastern United States in early January 2025. Meteorologists are forecasting that a polar vortex will descend from the Arctic, leading to temperatures plummeting well below seasonal averages. What Is a Polar Vortex? The polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air surrounding the Earth's poles. During winter, this vortex can expand, sending cold air…
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Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 100
30
Dec
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Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 100

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100. He died peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by family. Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, Carter rose from humble beginnings as a peanut farmer to become the President from 1977 to 1981. His tenure was marked by significant achievements, including the Camp David Accords…
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Bird Strike Suspected in Jeju Air Crash at Muan International Airport
29
Dec
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Bird Strike Suspected in Jeju Air Crash at Muan International Airport

UPDATE ! On Sunday morning, a Jeju Air flight from Bangkok to Muan International Airport in South Korea tragically crashed during landing, resulting in the loss of 179 lives out of the 181 individuals on board. The aircraft, a Boeing 737-800, reportedly skidded off the runway and collided with a wall before erupting into flames. Preliminary investigations suggest that a bird strike, coupled with adverse weather conditions, may have contributed to the accident. According to…
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Air Canada Plane Catches Fire on Landing
29
Dec
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Air Canada Plane Catches Fire on Landing

A dramatic and alarming incident unfolded on December 29, 2024, when an Air Canada flight caught fire during its landing, just hours after a separate crash caused the temporary shutdown of one of South Korea’s busiest airports. The Air Canada flight, which had departed from Vancouver, was arriving at an international airport when it experienced an engine fire on the runway upon landing. Firefighters and emergency responders were immediately deployed, and the airport was temporarily…
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Trump Vows to Reinstate Death Penalty for Violent Offenders
29
Dec
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Trump Vows to Reinstate Death Penalty for Violent Offenders

In a recent announcement, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump declared his intention to direct the Justice Department to "vigorously pursue" the death penalty for violent criminals, including rapists and murderers, upon assuming office on January 20. This statement comes in response to President Joe Biden's decision to commute the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates to life imprisonment without parole. Biden, who had previously placed a moratorium on federal executions upon taking office in January…
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Tragic Plane Crash in South Korea: Over 120 Dead
29
Dec
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Tragic Plane Crash in South Korea: Over 120 Dead

On December 29, 2024, a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800, operating as Flight 7C2216 from Bangkok to Muan International Airport in South Korea, crashed during landing, resulting in at least 120 fatalities. The aircraft, carrying 181 individuals—175 passengers and six crew members—attempted a landing without deploying its landing gear, causing it to skid off the runway and collide with a concrete wall, leading to a catastrophic fire. Emergency responders rescued two injured crew members from the…
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China Approves Construction of World’s Largest Hydroelectric Dam in Tibet
28
Dec
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China Approves Construction of World’s Largest Hydroelectric Dam in Tibet

China has greenlit the construction of the world's largest hydroelectric dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet, a project poised to surpass the capacity of the Three Gorges Dam. The dam is expected to generate approximately 300 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, significantly contributing to China's carbon neutrality goals. However, the project has raised environmental concerns and geopolitical tensions, particularly with downstream countries like India and Bangladesh, due to potential impacts on water resources…
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Norway: A Tapestry of Nature, Culture, and Culinary Wonders
27
Dec
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Norway: A Tapestry of Nature, Culture, and Culinary Wonders

Norway's allure as a travel destination has been steadily increasing, captivating global visitors with its diverse landscapes and rich cultural experiences. From the mesmerizing Northern Lights in Tromsø to the culinary delights of Trondheim, Norway offers a plethora of attractions that cater to a wide range of interests. The Enchanting Northern Lights in Tromsø Tromsø, located above the Arctic Circle, is renowned as one of the premier destinations to witness the Northern Lights, or Aurora…
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German President Dissolves Parliament, Sets Snap Election for February 23
27
Dec
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German President Dissolves Parliament, Sets Snap Election for February 23

BREAKING NEWS In a significant political development, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has dissolved the Bundestag, paving the way for snap elections scheduled for February 23, 2025. This decision follows the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's three-party coalition government, which lost its majority in the Bundestag. The dissolution comes after the Free Democrats (FDP) exited the coalition, leaving the government without a legislative majority. President Steinmeier emphasized the necessity for stable governance and called for a…
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