August 16, 2023 - Wednesday

[WORLD] Afghan Taliban celebrate their return to power after two years, while women's rights continue to erode.

The Taliban celebrated the second anniversary of their conquest of Kabul, highlighting their establishment of security throughout Afghanistan under an Islamic system. However, Afghan women have suffered greatly under their rule, with restrictions on education, clothing, and public participation. Despite claims of peace, there have been ongoing attacks on civilians, some carried out by rival Islamic State groups. The international community is urged to fulfill their promises to Afghan refugees and address the country's worsening humanitarian crisis.

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[NATION] Donald Trump and 18 allies have been charged in Georgia with attempting to overturn the 2020 election, facing a fourth criminal case.

Former President Donald Trump, along with 18 allies including Mark Meadows, Rudy Giuliani, and Jeffrey Clark, have been indicted in Georgia on charges related to their efforts to overturn Trump's loss in the state during the 2020 election. Prosecutors have accused them of engaging in a "criminal enterprise" to keep Trump in power. The indictment includes allegations of pressuring election officials, harassing an election worker, and attempting to access voting machines in a fraudulent manner. This marks Trump's fourth criminal case and provides a comprehensive account of his attempts to undermine the election results.

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[BUSINESS] Esmark CEO says they have the funds for a $7.8 billion bid on US Steel.

Esmark Inc CEO, James Bouchard, stated that the steelmaker has enough money to support its $7.8 billion bid for US Steel. The bid comes after US Steel rejected a $7.3 billion acquisition deal from Cleveland-Cliffs. With multiple bidders emerging, the acquisition of US Steel could have significant impacts on the global steel industry. Esmark Inc, which does not publicly report its earnings, appears to be in a strong financial position to move forward with the bid.

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[TECHNOLOGY] Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Fold 4 go head-to-head in a camera shootout, with mixed results.

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Fold 4 were tested in a camera shootout to determine if the claimed improvements in the new model hold up. While the Z Fold 5 does take better photos overall, there were instances where it came in second place. The comparison highlights the differences in camera capabilities between the two models. Additionally, the review of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 mentions that its hardware is a standout feature, while also acknowledging some limitations and areas for improvement.

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[SPORTS] Spain secures a spot in its first Women's World Cup final with a last-minute goal against Sweden.

Spain's women's soccer team, known as La Roja, secured their spot in the Women's World Cup final after defeating Sweden 2-1 in the semifinals. Olga Carmona scored the winning goal in the 89th minute, lifting Spain to victory and marking their first appearance in the tournament's final. The match was held at Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand. Spain will now have the opportunity to compete for their first ever World Cup championship.

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[SCIENCE] Saturn experiences long-lasting megastorms that persist for centuries, challenging understanding of gas giants and leaving ammonia footprints in its atmosphere.

Saturn's megastorms, known as 'Great White Spots,' erupt once every 20 or 30 years in the planet's northern hemisphere and rage for months. These storms, with winds up to a thousand miles an hour, leave ammonia footprints in Saturn's atmosphere that can last for centuries after the storms have subsided. The study of these megastorms has revealed atmospheric differences between Saturn and Jupiter and expands our understanding of planetary weather phenomena, including the long-lasting effects of such storms.

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[HEALTH] COVID cases in San Antonio Metro have spiked 387% since July, with over 1,600 new cases reported last week.

COVID cases in San Antonio Metro have seen a significant increase of 387% since the beginning of July, according to data from San Antonio Metro Health. The number of new cases reported each week has been steadily increasing, with 1,612 new cases reported last week. This spike in cases comes as children return to school. Health officials are closely monitoring the situation and note that while hospitalization rates are slowly increasing, they remain near all-time lows. Booster shots are expected to be available in September to help prevent severe disease.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] 'Teen Mom' star Jenelle Evans' 14-year-old son Jace was reported as a runaway but has since been found safe.

Teen Mom star Jenelle Evans' 14-year-old son Jace was reported missing and was considered a runaway. However, he has since been found safe and is back home with his family. It is unclear why Jace decided to run away, but his mother stated that it was not related to her situation with her husband. The authorities had issued an alert for the missing juvenile, and anyone with information was urged to call 911.

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