November 4, 2023 - Saturday

[WORLD] The recent earthquake in Nepal's Jajarkot region has resulted in at least 128 deaths and numerous injuries, with the death toll expected to rise.

At least 128 people have been killed and dozens injured in Nepal's western area of Jajarkot due to a strong earthquake. The quake occurred on Friday with a magnitude ranging from 5.6 to 6.4, as measured by different sources. The death toll is expected to rise as communication has been cut off with many places. Helicopters and ground troops are rushing to provide assistance to the injured.

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[NATION] The FBI raided the home of a top fundraiser for NYC Mayor Eric Adams, seizing electronic devices and paperwork as part of a corruption investigation.

The FBI searched the Brooklyn home of Brianna Suggs, a campaign consultant for Mayor Eric Adams, seizing three iPhones, two laptops, papers, and other evidence. The raid was part of an inquiry into whether foreign money was funneled into Adams' mayoral campaign, although Adams himself is not being directly investigated. The timing of the raid, coinciding with Adams' abrupt return from a trip to address the migrant crisis, raised questions and fueled speculation about the reasons behind Adams' actions.

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[BUSINESS] Sam Bankman-Fried's parents were emotional in court after he was found guilty of fraud and conspiracy charges.

Sam-Bankman Fried, the founder of FTX, was convicted on seven counts of fraud and conspiracy, leading to his parents' emotional reaction in court. His parents, both professors at Stanford Law, were visibly upset as the jury delivered the verdict. Bankman-Fried faces up to 110 years in prison for his involvement in the FTX scandal. The trial highlights the need for better regulation and transparency in the cryptocurrency industry.

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[TECHNOLOGY] BlizzCon 2023 announces Cataclysm Classic expansion and Season of Discovery for World of Warcraft Classic, and Microsoft Gaming CEO discusses Xbox and Blizzard's future partnership.

BlizzCon 2023 revealed the upcoming expansion for World of Warcraft Classic, Cataclysm Classic, which will advance from Wrath Classic and include player feedback changes. Additionally, a new seasonal experience called Season of Discovery was announced, where players will uncover class-altering abilities and engage in a new level-25 endgame raid. In a separate announcement, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer spoke about the recent acquisition of Activision Blizzard and their commitment to building a future of inclusion and trust with Xbox and Blizzard.

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[SPORTS] College football picks and predictions for Week 10 include top teams like Georgia, Alabama, and Ohio State being tested in key matchups.

Week 10 of college football features crucial matchups that can impact the College Football Playoff. No. 2 Georgia faces their toughest challenge against No. 12 Missouri, while No. 8 Alabama hosts No. 14 LSU. A defeat for LSU can shake up the SEC West, while Alabama can solidify their position as the favorite to face Georgia in the SEC Championship Game. Other notable games include No. 1 Ohio State at Rutgers, No. 7 Texas hosting No. 23 Kansas State, and No. 9 Oklahoma facing No. 22 Oklahoma State. These matchups will be closely monitored for playoff implications.

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[SCIENCE] A new theory suggests that remnants of an ancient planet, called Theia, may be buried within the Earth's mantle.

Scientists have theorized that Theia collided with Earth billions of years ago, leading to the formation of the moon. However, the direct evidence of Theia's existence has been elusive. The new theory proposes that molten slabs of Theia embedded themselves in Earth's mantle after the impact and solidified, leaving remnants of the ancient planet deep within the Earth. Two continent-sized lumps in Earth's lower mantle could potentially be remnants of Theia's material.

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[HEALTH] Alabama chicken farm quarantined and 48,000 birds killed due to highly pathogenic avian flu detection.

A commercial pullet farm in Marshall County, Alabama has been quarantined and nearly 48,000 birds were killed after testing positive for highly pathogenic avian flu. The virus is highly contagious to birds but considered low risk to humans and not a threat to food safety. Surrounding poultry farms are being tested and monitored. No other flocks have reported an increase in deaths.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] Matthew Perry, known for his role in the TV show Friends, was buried in a private funeral attended by family and castmates.

Matthew Perry, who passed away at age 54, was buried at a cemetery in Los Angeles. The service, held at Forest Lawn cemetery, was attended by close relatives and cast members from the hit TV show Friends. The funeral took place near the Warner Bros studio, where the show was filmed, and is the final resting place of many other Hollywood celebrities. Perry's cause of death is pending toxicology results.

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