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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates New Parliament Building Amid Protests And Boycotts
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates new parliament building, but the event was marred by protests and boycotts from opposition parties.
Deep Ocean Currents Slowing Sooner Than Anticipated Based On Observations
Deep ocean currents slowing sooner than anticipated based on observations, as the world's most magnificent waterfall unfolds beneath the ocean's surface while Antarctica serves as the backdrop for an extraordinary spectacle.
‘Anatomy Of A Fall’ Wins Palme D’Or At The 76th Cannes Film Festival
Justine Triet ‘Anatomy of a Fall’ wins Palme d’Or at the 76th Cannes Film Festival on Saturday. This is the festival's most important award. "Anatomy of a Fall" is a twisty courtroom drama set in the French Alps.
Persistent Inflation Pushes Germany Into Recession, Upgraded Growth Data Shows
Persistent inflation pushes germany into recession due to disruptions in Russian gas supplies during the first quarter of the year, according to revised growth data.
Rapper Fetty Wap Sentenced To 6 Years In Prison For Drug Trafficking
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison on Wednesday after pleading guilty in a federal court in New York to being part of a large-scale drug distribution ring.
NASA's Spacecraft Reveals How Jupiter's Lightning Resembles Earth's
NASA's spacecraft reveals how Jupiter's lightning resembles earth's as water clouds akin to those on Earth shows up beneath the hazy brown ammonia clouds enveloping Jupiter. In a mesmerizing display witnessed by various spacecraft, including NASA's Juno probe, lightning frequently illuminates these depths.
German Authorities Conduct Nationwide Raid On Last Generation Climate Activist Group
German authorities conduct nationwide raid on Last Generation Climate activist group, according to the Munich State Prosecutor's Office. The raids, conducted on behalf of the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office (LKA) and the Munich General Public Prosecutor's Office, targeted 15 properties in seven German states.
Blake Shelton Bids Farewell To 'The Voice' After 23 Seasons
On Tuesday, May 23, The Voice announced its latest winner and Blake Shelton bids farewell to 'The Voice', who is leaving the NBC show after 23 seasons. It was an emotional night. Shelton was looking to end his time on the show with another win, but Team Niall (Horan) took the crown when America voted Gina Miles, a 19-year-old from Illinois, as the winner of Season 23.
NASA Discovers Crashed Japanese Moon Lander
NASA discovers crashed Japanese moon lander as ispace's ambitious endeavor to become the first private company to achieve a successful lunar landing had an undeniable impact. NASA's space telescope, positioned in orbit around the Moon, captured the visible evidence of the vehicle's collision with the lunar surface.
Millions On High Alert As Popocatépetl Volcano Activity Intensifies In Mexico
Millions on high alert as Popocatépetl Volcano Activity intensifies in Mexico. Over the past week, the volcano has been spewing ash into several nearby towns, causing disruptions and safety concerns, according to authorities.
Prince Harry Loses Legal Bid To Pay For Police Protection In The UK
Prince Harry loses legal bid to pay for police protection against the U.K. government because it wouldn't let him pay privately for personal police protection for himself and his family when the royal family's divorced members visit the country.
Historic SpaceX Mission Successfully Docks With Space Station
Historic SpaceX mission successfully docks with space station, as a momentous weeklong mission commenced as a SpaceX capsule successfully connected to the International Space Station (ISS), carrying a renowned former NASA astronaut and three individuals who paid for the extraordinary opportunity.
Head Of Russia's Wagner Mercenary Group Vows To Transfer Control Of Ukrainian City Bakhmut To Russian Army By June
In a significant development, head of Russia's Wagner Mercenary group vows to transfer control of Ukrainian city Bakhmut to Russian army by June 1.
UK Crowd Leaves Beyonce Shocked While Singing 'Love On Top'
UK crowd leaves Beyonce shocked when they sang along with her hit song "Love on Top." On Wednesday night, May 17, a lot of people went to the Principality Stadium to see Queen B perform.
Axiom's SpaceX Mission Sets To Launch Four Passengers To The International Space Station
Axiom's SpaceX mission sets to launch four passengers to the International Space Station as it prepares to launch a mission called AX-2, organized by the Houston-based company. The four passengers, including three paying customers, will go on a weeklong journey to the International Space Station (ISS).
The International Criminal Court Remains Resolute Amid Russia's Provocation
The International Criminal Court remains resolute amid Russia's provocation. The ICC has faced a significant challenge as Russia puts its chief prosecutor on a wanted list, following the ICC's issuance of an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Lily Gladstone Representation Of Indigenous Actors On Killers Of The Flower Moon
Gladstone will have a place in a line-up, no matter if she wants to run for a lead actress or supporting actress for Lily Gladstone representation of Indigenous actors. There are good reasons for both.
SpaceX's Axiom-2 Mission Nears Launch For International Space Station
SpaceX's Axiom-2 mission nears launch for International Space Station after receiving approval from NASA and favorable weather conditions. The Launch Readiness Review was completed on May 20, and liftoff is scheduled for May 21 at 5:37pm EDT (2:37pm PDT) from NASA Kennedy Space Center's launch complex 39A, a historic site for numerous manned space missions.
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"We Shouldn't Underestimate This Storm," Pierluisi Says As Hurricane Fiona Hits Puerto Rico
"We shouldn't underestimate this storm," Pierluisi says as Hurricane Fiona hits Puerto Rico. At a briefing on Saturday, Gov. Pedro Pierluisi warned his country. Pierluisi of Puerto Rico said on Facebook Sunday afternoon that more than 1.5 million people will experience power outages as a Category 1 storm with sustained winds of 85 mph and heavy rains approaches the island.
Super Typhoon Nanmadol Forces Four Million People To Evacuate In Japan
This morning, September 18, typhoon Nanmadol made landfall, bringing with it gusts of 112 mph (180 km/h) and heavy rainfall that could exceed 20 inches in some places. Super typhoon Nanmadol forces four million people to evacuate in Japan. On the southernmost tip of the island of Kyushu, one of the four islands that make up the bulk of Japan, close to the city of Kagoshima, it first made landfall.
A Strong Earthquake Strikes Southeastern Taiwan, Injuring 146 People
TAIPEI, Taiwan - A strong earthquake strikes southeastern Taiwan on Sunday, September 18, as per the island's weather bureau. The quake caused train carriages to derail, caused a convenience store to collapse, and caused hundreds of people to become stranded on mountain roads. As per the weather bureau, the epicenter was located in Taitung county. This quake came after a 6.4 magnitude tremor that occurred on Saturday evening in the same region, however, it did not result in any fatalities.