Undersea Cable Damage Causes Internet Outages Across Africa

Several countries in West and Central Africa are facing internet service outages as multiple operators of subsea cables reported failures. The exact cause of these cable failures on Thursday has not been immediately determined. Seacom, an African subsea cable operator, confirmed the disruption in its West African cable system, leading affected customers to be rerouted to the Google Equiano cable, which Seacom utilizes. “The redirection … Continue reading Undersea Cable Damage Causes Internet Outages Across Africa

El Salvador to transfer ‘big chunk’ of bitcoin to physical vault

On Thursday, President Nayib Bukele announced that El Salvador plans to transfer a significant portion of its bitcoin holdings to an offline device. This device will then be securely stored within a physical vault located within the country’s territory in Central America. “We’ve decided to transfer a big chunk of our Bitcoin to a cold wallet, and store that cold wallet in a physical vault … Continue reading El Salvador to transfer ‘big chunk’ of bitcoin to physical vault

Willis must step aside or remove special prosecutor in Trump case

Judge Scott McAfee’s ruling in Georgia permits Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and her team to proceed with prosecuting Donald Trump and his co-defendants, but under specific conditions. McAfee clarified that the defense’s attempt to demonstrate an actual conflict of interest on Willis’s part was unsuccessful. However, he acknowledged a notable appearance of impropriety within the prosecution team’s structure, necessitating action to address it. … Continue reading Willis must step aside or remove special prosecutor in Trump case

50 killed in anti-sorcery rituals after being forced to drink “mysterious liquid,” Angola officials say

Around 50 individuals tragically lost their lives in Angola after being compelled to ingest an herbal elixir to demonstrate their innocence of sorcery, as disclosed by authorities and local officials on Thursday. These fatalities occurred between January and February in the vicinity of the central town of Camacupa, as stated by Luzia Filemone, a councilor in the area. Law enforcement verified the deaths of the … Continue reading 50 killed in anti-sorcery rituals after being forced to drink “mysterious liquid,” Angola officials say

Giant volcano discovered on Mars

During the 55th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference held in The Woodlands, Texas, scientists unveiled a groundbreaking discovery: a colossal volcano and potentially a buried glacier ice sheet in the eastern sector of Mars’ Tharsis volcanic province, situated near the planet’s equator. Despite being imaged repeatedly by spacecraft orbiting Mars since Mariner 9 in 1971, the immense volcano remained obscured by extensive erosion, eluding recognition … Continue reading Giant volcano discovered on Mars

Pentagon to give Ukraine $300 million in weapons

On Tuesday, the White House announced that the Pentagon would expedite the delivery of approximately $300 million worth of weapons to Ukraine. This decision was made possible by identifying some cost savings in existing contracts. However, despite this effort, the military remains significantly depleted, requiring at least $10 billion to replenish the weapons it has deployed to assist Kyiv in its ongoing struggle against Russia. … Continue reading Pentagon to give Ukraine $300 million in weapons

3 men charged with federal firearms counts after Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade shooting

Federal prosecutors announced on Wednesday that three individuals from Missouri are facing federal charges in connection with the illegal acquisition of high-powered rifles and firearms equipped with extended magazines. This follows last month’s tragic shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade and rally, which resulted in one fatality, approximately two dozen injuries, and caused chaos as hundreds sought shelter. According to court documents … Continue reading 3 men charged with federal firearms counts after Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade shooting

Rats are ‘all high’ on marijuana stored in infested New Orleans police evidence room

The chief of police in New Orleans has issued a warning about rats infesting the confiscated marijuana stored at the decrepit headquarters of the city’s police department. During a meeting with the Criminal Justice Committee, Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick described the disturbing scene of rodents feasting on confiscated drugs. “I want you to see the tray of all of the roaches, major rodents on the … Continue reading Rats are ‘all high’ on marijuana stored in infested New Orleans police evidence room

Romanian court approves request to extradite Andrew Tate

A Romanian court has granted Britain’s request to extradite internet personality Andrew Tate, but the execution of the extradition has been postponed until the conclusion of ongoing trial proceedings in Romania. In its ruling on Tuesday, the court also ordered the immediate release of Tate and his brother Tristan from police custody. The Tate brothers had been held for 24 hours pending a decision on … Continue reading Romanian court approves request to extradite Andrew Tate

Hunter trial on federal gun charges set to begin June 3

A federal judge ruled on Wednesday that the trial for Hunter Biden’s felony gun charges will tentatively commence on June 3, marking a significant development likely to cast a shadow over his father’s re-election campaign. Delaware US District Judge Maryellen Noreika finalized the date following a status conference attended by attorneys representing Hunter Biden and prosecutors from special counsel David Weiss’ team. Hunter, aged 54, … Continue reading Hunter trial on federal gun charges set to begin June 3

Dollar Tree to Close 1,000 Stores

Dollar Tree (DLTR) experienced a significant 14.21% decline, marked by a red downward-pointing triangle. Operating approximately 16,700 locations, including the Family Dollar chain, the company announced plans to shutter nearly 1,000 Family Dollar stores over the coming years, grappling with challenges such as merger integration, inflation pressures, and rampant store theft. Chief Executive Rick Dreiling attributed Family Dollar’s struggles to adverse macroeconomic conditions, emphasizing the … Continue reading Dollar Tree to Close 1,000 Stores

New Global Record For Profits Paid Out To Shareholders

According to a recent report by British asset manager Janus Henderson, global dividend payments to shareholders surged to a historic high of $1.66 trillion in 2023. Published on Wednesday, the Global Dividend Index report highlighted a 5% year-on-year increase in payouts on an underlying basis, with the fourth quarter witnessing a notable 7.2% uptick compared to the preceding three months. The underlying figure, which accounts … Continue reading New Global Record For Profits Paid Out To Shareholders

Fisher Preps for Possible Bankruptcy

Electric vehicle startup Fisker, which recently experienced a 3.53% increase in its stock, has enlisted the expertise of restructuring advisers to explore the possibility of a bankruptcy filing, according to sources familiar with the situation. Facing a precarious financial position, Fisker has engaged the services of financial adviser FTI Consulting and the law firm Davis Polk to navigate potential restructuring options, insiders revealed. The company, … Continue reading Fisher Preps for Possible Bankruptcy

NASA sending ‘message in a bottle’ to possible alien life hiding on Jupiter’s moon Europa

NASA is set to send a unique “message in a bottle” to Jupiter later this year in its pursuit of discovering potential alien life on Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons. The Europa Clipper spacecraft, scheduled for launch from Florida’s Kennedy Space Station in October, will transmit 2.6 million soundwaves of human names into space. The spacecraft’s six-year journey to cover 0.6 billion miles is expected … Continue reading NASA sending ‘message in a bottle’ to possible alien life hiding on Jupiter’s moon Europa

United Boeing 777 is forced to land after fuel leak during takeoff 

Boeing, already grappling with a series of challenges, faced yet another setback as one of its planes was compelled to make an emergency landing due to fuel leakage from its landing gear. This incident, the latest in a string of troubles for the beleaguered manufacturer, marks the fifth involving a Boeing aircraft within a week. The forced landing, currently under investigation, occurred on Monday when … Continue reading United Boeing 777 is forced to land after fuel leak during takeoff 

Pentagon sends anti-terrorism Marines to Haiti

Additional U.S. Marines with expertise in anti-terrorism operations have been deployed to Haiti to enhance security at the American embassy. This move comes 24 hours after the country’s prime minister resigned amid escalating turmoil. The elite Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team (F.A.S.T) was dispatched as chaos persisted, particularly following the call for a ‘bloody revolution’ by top gang leader Jimmy ‘Barbecue’ Cherizier. Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s … Continue reading Pentagon sends anti-terrorism Marines to Haiti

Judge dismisses some charges against Trump in election interference case

On Wednesday, the judge overseeing the Georgia 2020 election interference case took action by dismissing some charges against former President Donald Trump and others. However, the extensive racketeering indictment remains largely intact. Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee nullified six counts in the indictment, including three against Trump, who is the presumed 2024 Republican presidential nominee. Nevertheless, the judge upheld other counts, including 10 … Continue reading Judge dismisses some charges against Trump in election interference case

Special Counsel’s Testimony on Biden Report Angers Both Sides

During Robert Hur’s testimony before lawmakers on Tuesday, Democratic Rep. Henry C. “Hank” Johnson from Georgia accused the special counsel of strategically launching a partisan attack on President Biden. Johnson alleged that in labeling Biden as an elderly man with a poor memory in his report on the handling of classified documents, Hur was intentionally fueling the Republican narrative that the president is unfit for … Continue reading Special Counsel’s Testimony on Biden Report Angers Both Sides

High-Stakes Rematch Set as Biden, Trump Clinch Party Nominations

In the latest round of primary voting on Tuesday, President Biden and former President Donald Trump secured enough delegates to emerge as the presumptive nominees for their respective parties. This more definitively kicks off the countdown to what promises to be a bitter and costly eight-month general election campaign. The eventual selection of Biden and Trump as nominees has long been anticipated, featuring a pairing … Continue reading High-Stakes Rematch Set as Biden, Trump Clinch Party Nominations

Rep. Buck to retire, narrowing Republican majority

Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.) is set to retire from Congress next week, as he revealed on Tuesday, delivering a surprising announcement that further diminishes the House GOP’s already narrow majority. Last year, Buck, known for his divergence from party lines and vocal criticism of Republicans regarding election denialism, had initially stated his intention to leave the House at the end of his current term. However, … Continue reading Rep. Buck to retire, narrowing Republican majority

House passes bill that could lead to a TikTok ban; fight shifts to the Senate

On Wednesday, the House endorsed a bill that mandates China tech giant ByteDance to divest TikTok; otherwise, the widely-used social video app will face a de facto ban in the United States. The proposal garnered strong support with a vote of 352-65, with one member opting to vote present. Introduced on March 5 by Representatives Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) from the House … Continue reading House passes bill that could lead to a TikTok ban; fight shifts to the Senate

World’s first major act to regulate AI passed by European lawmakers

On Wednesday, the European Union’s parliament granted approval for the world’s inaugural comprehensive set of regulatory guidelines aimed at overseeing the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence, which stands at the forefront of technological investments. Having brokered a provisional political consensus in early December, the agreement received formal endorsement during the parliament’s Wednesday session, garnering 523 votes in favor, 46 against, and 49 abstentions. Thierry Breton, … Continue reading World’s first major act to regulate AI passed by European lawmakers

‘Extremely Rare’ 4,000-Year-Old Copper Dagger Discovered in Forest

In a remarkable archaeological discovery, a copper dagger believed to be over 4,000 years old has been unearthed by Piotr Gorlach, a metal detectorist, in the dense forests near the village of Korzenica, Subcarpathia Province, Poland. Gorlach stumbled upon the ancient artifact while conducting a routine search with his metal detector, having initially overlooked it as he concluded his day’s exploration. The dagger, exhibiting a … Continue reading ‘Extremely Rare’ 4,000-Year-Old Copper Dagger Discovered in Forest

Archaeologists Find Lost Tombs on Military Base

Archaeologists conducting a walkover survey within the Eastern Sovereign Base Area (ESBA) at Dhekelia, a British overseas military base on the south coast of Cyprus, have rediscovered numerous “lost” tombs and archaeological sites. The survey, led by the University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS), identified 51 sites, including historic buildings like churches and a watchtower. The goal was to relocate around 60 possible archaeological sites … Continue reading Archaeologists Find Lost Tombs on Military Base

SpaceX successfully launches Falcon 9 rocket on Sunday

On Sunday night, SpaceX achieved a successful launch of a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The launch occurred at 9:09 p.m. and involved carrying 23 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit from Space Launch Complex 4 East (SLC-4E). Notably, this marked the 17th flight for the first stage booster, which had previously supported missions such as Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich, DART, Transporter-7, Iridium OneWeb, … Continue reading SpaceX successfully launches Falcon 9 rocket on Sunday