October 29, 2023 - Sunday

[WORLD] Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces that the Gaza war has entered a new stage, warning that it will be long and difficult.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has informed the nation that a "second stage" has commenced in the war against Hamas, with ground forces being sent into Gaza and attacks being expanded from the ground, air, and sea. He emphasized the gravity of the situation, claiming the assault will intensify before a comprehensive ground invasion is launched. Netanyahu's goals for this stage of the conflict include the destruction of Hamas and the safe return of the more than 200 hostages taken by the militant group in Gaza on October 7.

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[NATION] Maine shooter, Robert Card, left a note to a loved one before killing 18 people and himself in a bowling alley and bar.

The shooter in the Maine mass shooting left a note to a loved one with his phone's passcode and bank account information before killing 18 people and himself. The note, although not explicitly a suicide note, indicated that the individual did not plan on being alive much longer. Law enforcement later found the shooter dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in a trailer in a recycling center's overflow parking lot. The guns used in the shooting were legally purchased.

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[BUSINESS] The United Auto Workers union has reached a tentative agreement with Stellantis, but the strike against General Motors continues.

The United Auto Workers union has reached a tentative agreement with Stellantis, the parent company of brands such as Dodge, Ram, Chrysler, and Jeep. The agreement includes the revival of a closed Illinois assembly plant, among other victories for the union. However, the strike against General Motors, the last remaining holdout among the Big Three automakers, has expanded as nearly 4,000 workers from a Tennessee factory join the strike. The union is seeking to increase pressure on GM to reach a deal. Stellantis is the second automaker to reach a tentative agreement with the UAW, following Ford.

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[TECHNOLOGY] Google Maps is introducing AI-powered features for iOS users, including Immersive View for routes, to make trip planning more convenient and provide quick activity inspiration.

Google Maps is expanding its features for iOS users by introducing new artificial intelligence capabilities. One of the highlighted features is Immersive View for routes, which aims to simplify trip planning and promote sustainable choices. This feature, announced at Google's I/O event, provides a new way to preview a journey and offers a 3D view of the route for driving, walking, or cycling. The new Google Maps features will be available in several countries, including Canada, France, Germany, and the US.

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[SPORTS] Adolis García's walk-off homer gives the Texas Rangers a 6-5 victory in Game 1 of the World Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Adolis García hit a walk-off opposite-field homer in the 11th inning to secure a 6-5 win for the Texas Rangers against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the World Series. García's homer came after Corey Seager's two-run shot in the ninth inning tied the game. García now holds the record for most RBIs in one postseason with 22 and has homered in five consecutive games. This marks the first walk-off homer in the World Series since 2018.

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[SCIENCE] A partial lunar eclipse will take place on Saturday, allowing sky-gazers in Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia to observe Earth's shadow on the moon.

A partial lunar eclipse is set to occur on October 28th, 2023. The eclipse will be visible in Europe, Africa, most of Asia, and western Australia. Sky-gazers in these regions will be able to witness part of Earth's shadow reflected on the moon, causing it to appear as if a "bite" has been taken out of it. The eclipse will be preceded by a penumbral eclipse, where the moon will slightly dim from the reflection of Earth's outer shadow before the partial eclipse takes place. The eclipse does not require any additional equipment for viewing.

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[HEALTH] Fewer than 5% of Utahns have received the latest COVID-19 shot, lagging behind the nationwide numbers.

Since mid-September, fewer than 5% of Utahns have received the latest COVID-19 shot, which is considered a low rate compared to the national numbers. As of Friday, 157,677 Utahns have been vaccinated, accounting for just under 4.9% of the population. The slower uptake is expected due to the trend of waiting until more people are hospitalized or sick from COVID-19. However, the hope is to continue vaccinating 40,000 people per week until Thanksgiving. The current rate in the US is only 7.1% for adults and 2.1% for children, which is considered "abysmal."

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[ENTERTAINMENT] 'Friends' star Matthew Perry, famous for his role as Chandler Bing, has died at the age of 54 after an apparent drowning incident.

Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the sitcom 'Friends,' has passed away at the age of 54. He was found unresponsive at his Los Angeles home, and law enforcement sources suggest that he may have drowned in his hot tub. No drugs or foul play were found at the scene, and the investigation is ongoing. Warner Bros. Television, which produced 'Friends,' expressed their devastation at Perry's passing and emphasized his comedic genius and lasting impact.

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