August 10, 2023 - Thursday

[WORLD] Forty-one migrants are feared dead after a shipwreck in the central Mediterranean, according to survivors who reached Italy.

Italian authorities and United Nations agencies have confirmed that four survivors from a shipwreck in the central Mediterranean have reported that 41 migrants are believed to have died. The survivors, who have been taken to the Italian island of Lampedusa, stated that they were on a boat carrying 45 people, including three children. The central Mediterranean is considered one of the most dangerous migration routes in the world.

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[NATION] Ohio voters reject GOP-backed proposal to increase threshold for amending state constitution, including future measures to protect abortion rights.

Ohio voters have overwhelmingly rejected a Republican-supported measure, known as Issue 1, that aimed to raise the threshold for changing the state constitution. The proposal, which would have required a 60% supermajority instead of a simple majority, was seen as an attempt to limit the ability to protect abortion rights in the state. The defeat of Issue 1 sets the stage for a fall campaign centered around abortion rights, marking the latest referendum on the issue since the U.S. Supreme Court's decision last year. Voter opposition was widespread, even in traditionally Republican areas.

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[BUSINESS] China's consumer prices have slipped into deflation for the first time since the pandemic, indicating a decline in the country's economy and potential global impact.

China's consumer prices have slipped into deflation as the country reported a drop in exports and imports, suggesting a decline in its $16 trillion economy. The consumer price index fell by 0.3% in July, signaling a demand slump. This poses a challenge for China's policy response as interest rates cannot go below 0%. The fiscal efforts required to reverse deflation could result in a heavy financial burden for Beijing. Zero inflation is not desirable as it can lead to a commercial wind-down and economic instability. It is crucial for China to take action before the situation worsens.

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[TECHNOLOGY] YouTuber tests the durability of the Galaxy Z Flip 5 by continuously folding it for a week.

A YouTuber subjected the Galaxy Z Flip 5 to a durability test by folding it continuously for a week. The phone features a larger cover screen, adding convenience without the need to open it. Foldable phones have been criticized in the past, but the option to use the device while closed offers a degree of convenience. Samsung's latest flip phone will be available for sale soon.

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[SPORTS] 'Free Kevin Brown' chants break out at Camden Yards after Orioles remove broadcaster from air.

Kevin Brown, an Orioles announcer, was taken off the air after making a remark about the team's performance at Tropicana Field. Fans at Camden Yards showed their support for Brown with chants and signs reading "Free Kevin Brown." Brown is expected to return to the broadcast booth on Friday. The Orioles' decision to remove Brown has received criticism for stifling honest commentary about the team.

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[SCIENCE] NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured an image of a question mark-shaped object in deep space, potentially two galaxies colliding.

The James Webb Space Telescope recently captured an image of a question-mark-shaped object in deep space. The object appears hidden in an image of two young stars devouring gas and dust, and it could be a result of two galaxies colliding, interacting, and distorting each other. This discovery has generated a lot of interest and discussion among astronomers and the general public.

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[HEALTH] Pharmaceutical giants Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk experience record-high stock prices due to strong sales and promising clinical trials of weight loss drugs.

Shares of Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk surged to all-time highs following positive earnings reports and successful trials of their weight loss drugs. Eli Lilly's stock jumped nearly 14% after reporting a 28% increase in revenue due to higher sales of several drugs, including diabetes and weight loss drug Mounjaro. Novo Nordisk's shares increased by almost 16% after announcing a trial of its diabetes drug Wegovy, which showed a 20% lower incidence of heart attack, stroke, or death from heart disease compared to a placebo. Both companies are seeking full approval for their weight loss drugs.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] Robbie Robertson, leader of The Band and collaborator with Bob Dylan and Martin Scorsese, has died at the age of 80.

Robbie Robertson, the guitarist-songwriter-singer who led The Band to rock prominence in the 1970s, has passed away at the age of 80. He died in Los Angeles after a long illness. Robertson was known for his work with Bob Dylan, as well as his collaborations with Martin Scorsese on numerous film projects. He is best known for the classic songs he wrote for The Band, including "The Weight" and "Up on Cripple Creek."

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