October 10, 2023 - Tuesday

[WORLD] Israel increases airstrikes and blockades Gaza after Hamas incursion; Hamas vows to kill hostages and escalate conflict.

Israel has intensified airstrikes on the Gaza Strip and imposed a blockade on food, fuel, and supplies in retaliation for an attack by Hamas militants. The death toll in the conflict has risen to nearly 1,600. In response, Hamas has escalated the conflict, promising to execute captured Israelis if attacks are conducted against civilians without prior warning. Israel has gained control in the south and is still discovering bodies from the weekend attack. Tens of thousands of Gazans have been forced to flee their homes as airstrikes continue.

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[NATION] Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protests in the U.S. raise concerns over potential clashes between demonstrators as they rally in support of their respective causes.

Protests supporting both Palestine and Israel have been occurring in the U.S. following the recent conflict in Gaza. The demonstrations have seen a significant police presence, and some rallies have drawn widespread condemnation for praising the violence. Within the Democratic Party, there is a divide on the issue, with younger activists tending to identify more strongly with the Palestinian cause. Student groups at Harvard University have also been criticized for blaming Israel for the recent attacks carried out by Hamas.

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[BUSINESS] The Powerball jackpot has risen to $1.73 billion after no winners in Monday night's drawing.

The Powerball jackpot continues to grow and now stands at an estimated $1.73 billion, making it the second-largest prize in the game's history. No tickets matched all six numbers in Monday night's drawing, resulting in the jackpot increase. The cash payout option is $756.6 million. The Powerball jackpot has been steadily increasing since July 22 and has now reached a record-breaking amount.

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[TECHNOLOGY] Google's seven-year software update commitment for Pixel 8 could address the lack of software support in Android phones, benefiting phone buyers.

Google's new commitment to provide seven years of software updates for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro addresses the lack of software support that many Android phones face. This is significant as smartphone sales continue to decline, and customers are looking for devices they can keep for longer. Longer upgrade periods are necessary to keep customers up to date with new features and security protections. The need for phones to receive more years of software support is further underlined by the push for phones to become more repairable. The wider industry could greatly benefit from embracing longer phone lifespans.

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[SPORTS] The New England Patriots suffer a historic 34-0 loss to the Saints, receiving an 'F' grade, making it their second consecutive blowout loss.

The New England Patriots suffer a historic 34-0 loss to the Saints, marking their largest shutout loss and largest home loss in Coach Belichick's career. The Patriots have been outscored 72-3 in their last two games. The Cowboys also receive an 'F' after a devastating loss on Sunday Night Football. The Raiders earn a 'B' for their win against the Packers, with a strong defensive performance leading to crucial interceptions.

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[SCIENCE] The first people to arrive in the Americas may have arrived earlier than we thought and likely didn't come from an inland route.

For decades, the prevailing theory was that the Clovis people crossed the Bering Land Bridge from Siberia into North America around 13,000 years ago and spread across the Americas. However, recent discoveries and genetic studies suggest that the first Americans descended from Ancient North Siberians and East Asians who crossed the land bridge between 23,000 and 15,500 years ago. These findings challenge the Clovis First theory and indicate that humans may have lived on several of the oldest archaeological sites in the Americas.

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[HEALTH] You can experience lasting symptoms from other respiratory infections such as colds, flu, and pneumonia, similar to long COVID.

A new study has found that respiratory infections like colds, flu, and pneumonia can cause lasting symptoms beyond the acute infection stage, similar to long COVID. The study highlights the existence of "long" versions of these illnesses, which have not been well-studied until recently. This brings attention to the need for further research and understanding of the long-term effects of various respiratory infections.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid were spotted together in New York City, driving in the same car.

Bradley Cooper, 48, and Gigi Hadid, 28, were seen in New York City together for the second time. They were photographed riding in the same car, with Cooper behind the wheel. Hadid was seen exiting the vehicle in dark jeans and a cream-colored sweater. Cooper was carrying a duffel bag and wearing a backpack. The sighting comes three days after they were spotted leaving dinner together. The nature of their relationship is unknown.

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