November 3, 2023 - Friday

[WORLD] The Israeli military has announced that they have completely encircled Gaza City, while the United Nations accuses Israeli warplanes of bombing UN-run schools.

Israel Defense Force spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari stated on Thursday that Gaza City has been surrounded by Israeli forces. The IDF's engineering corps is working to locate and neutralize underground infrastructure and explosives so that troops can move freely. Meanwhile, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency has accused Israeli warplanes of bombing UN-run schools that were being used as shelters for civilians. The agency has highlighted the civilian toll of the ongoing conflict.

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[NATION] The political debate around daylight saving time continues as lawmakers discuss ending the biannual time changes, but no changes have been made yet.

Lawmakers are discussing ending the biannual time changes, but no changes have occurred yet. A Senate bill to end time changes has been passed, and there are discussions at the state level as well. Critics argue that the issue only captures public interest for a short time each year, but research shows the impact of daylight saving time. The current system began in 2007 and has roots in train schedules and saving fuel and power during World War I.

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[BUSINESS] FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has been found guilty on all charges related to the collapse of his cryptocurrency exchange.

A New York jury has found Sam Bankman-Fried guilty on all seven criminal charges related to defrauding investors, customers, and lenders in connection with the collapse of his now-bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange. The charges include wire fraud and money laundering. Bankman-Fried's sentencing is scheduled for March 28, and he could face a maximum sentence of 110 years. This verdict marks a significant downfall for the 31-year-old entrepreneur.

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[TECHNOLOGY] Apple's recent 'Scary Fast' event, showcasing new M3 Macs, was shot entirely on the iPhone 15 Pro Max, raising eyebrows.

Apple's 'Scary Fast' event introduced new M3-based Macs, with announcements including the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros and a revamped iMac. The event, which aired at 5 PM PT, did not include any appearances from big game developers as rumored. The event was shorter than usual, focusing on hardware announcements and showcasing gaming features such as ray tracing and Dynamic Caching. The event was shot entirely on the iPhone 15 Pro Max and was later edited on Mac computers.

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[SPORTS] Texas Rangers win their first World Series title with a 5-0 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5.

The Texas Rangers secured their first-ever World Series title with a 5-0 victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5. The game was a thriller until late innings, when the Rangers' bats broke it open. The Diamondbacks' ace pitcher, Zac Gallen, held a perfect game going into the fifth inning, but the Rangers managed to get their first baserunner and eventually pulled away for the win. This victory marks the end of a 12-year drought for the Rangers, who came close to winning in 2011.

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[SCIENCE] An newly discovered species of mosasaur, named Jormungandr walhallaensis, sheds light on the evolution of prehistoric marine reptiles.

A new species of mosasaur, Jormungandr walhallaensis, has been identified from fossils found in North Dakota. Mosasaurs were massive, meat-eating marine reptiles that lived around 80 million years ago. The newly discovered species has transitional traits that provide insights into the evolution of these prehistoric creatures. Named after the sea serpent from Norse mythology and the town where the fossil was discovered, Jormungandr walhallaensis was about 24 feet long and had a slimmer face compared to other mosasaurs. The findings were published in the Bulletin of the American Museum of Natural History.

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[HEALTH] The American Cancer Society has updated its lung cancer screening guidelines to include more individuals with a high risk for developing the disease.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) has updated its guidelines for lung cancer screenings, recommending that individuals aged 50 to 80 with a history of smoking at least 20 pack-years undergo annual low-dose CT scans. This age range and pack-year history threshold are lower than the previous guidelines, which had set the pack-year history requirement at 30. These changes aim to increase earlier detection of lung cancer and expand access to screenings for high-risk individuals.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] Matthew Perry's death highlights his desire to be remembered as a champion of sobriety and a mentor for those struggling with addiction.

Matthew Perry, known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on Friends, battled addiction throughout his life. Despite the headlines about his death focusing on his role on the show, Perry wanted to be remembered for his journey to sobriety and his willingness to help others. His memoir, "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing," details his struggles, including multiple rehab stints and dire health consequences. In an interview, Perry expressed pride in his ability to support others in their recovery. His passing is a reminder of the importance of addressing addiction and supporting those who are struggling.

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