“Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court, dies at 93” O’Connor wrote about her trailblazing career: “How fortunate I feel to be an American and to have been presented with the remarkable opportunities available to the citizens of our country.” Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve…
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#FirePerth
“Devastating Fire in Perth Razes 10 Homes, Prompts Government to Establish Bullsbrook Facility” In a destructive fire incident, Perth has witnessed the loss of at least 10 homes, leaving families displaced and homeless. In response to this devastating event, the West Australian government has collaborated with the Commonwealth to establish the Bullsbrook Centre for National…
#MatthewPerry
“Friends’ star Matthew Perry dead at 54, found in hot tub at L.A. home, sources say” “Friends” star Matthew Perry was found dead Saturday in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home, law enforcement sources said. He was 54. Authorities responded about 4 p.m. to his home, where he was discovered unresponsive. The sources,…
#Maine
“Tragedy Strikes Lewiston, Maine: 18 Dead and 13 Injured in Mass Shooting” A mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, has left 18 people dead and 13 injured. The incident occurred at a local restaurant, Schemengees, and a nearby bowling alley, Sparetime Recreation. The suspected shooter, Robert Card, a 40-year-old U.S. Army reservist, is on the run…
#SolareClipse
“Get Ready to Witness the Spectacular Ring of Fire: Solar Eclipse 2023 Guide” Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 14, when the highly anticipated annular solar eclipse, also known as the “ring of fire,” will mesmerize skywatchers worldwide. As the moon perfectly aligns between the Earth and the sun, its silhouette will cast a shadow,…
#Teachers’Day
“World Teachers’ Day: Why we worry more about learners than our educators” On World Teachers’ Day, we reflect on the invaluable contributions of educators in shaping the minds of future generations. From the bustling classrooms of Kakamega County’s Shieywe Secondary School to the renowned Makini Schools led by Wilson Mwangi, these passionate individuals pour their…
#KaiserStrike
“Largest Healthcare Strike in U.S. History: 75,000 Kaiser Nurses, Pharmacists, and Workers Walk Off in Protest” In an unprecedented move, over 75,000 nurses, pharmacists, and various essential workers at Kaiser Permanente hospitals and medical facilities throughout the United States have united in a momentous strike. This historic nationwide protest signifies the largest healthcare strike ever…
#AppalachianTrail
“Exploring the Majestic Appalachian Trail: Google Doodle Celebrates the Iconic Mountain Path” The Appalachian Trail, a renowned hiking trail stretching across the eastern coast of the United States, is being honored today with a Google Doodle. Spanning approximately 2,200 miles, this legendary trail takes adventurers through breathtaking dense forests, across roaring rivers, and over majestic…
#NycFlooding
“Major flash flooding hits New York City” Many parts of New York City, including Brooklyn and lower Manhattan have seen as much as 6 inches (15.2 cm) of rain. The downpour has caused flooding that has shuttered restaurants, businesses and metro stations. New Jersey’s governor has now also declared a state of emergency. Officials have said the city…
#Mid-AutumnFestival
“Mid-Autumn festival: Why Asia goes mad for mooncakes” The pastries, about the size of a palm and filled with a sweet paste, are popular gifts during the ancient festival. Taipei, Taiwan – As autumn approaches in many parts of Asia, that means one thing: boxes and boxes of mooncakes. The small pastries are synonymous with the Mid-Autumn…
#Google’s25th-Birthday
“Google’s 25th Birthday Celebrated with Special Doodle and Easter Eggs” Google celebrates its 25th birthday with a special Google Doodle and adds surprises to some of its renowned products. The search engine giant has hidden Easter eggs in features like search, hum to search, and translate, making the experience more enjoyable for users. These Easter…
#SonyHacked
“Sony investigates cyberattack as hackers fight over who’s responsible” Sony says that it is investigating allegations of a cyberattack this week as different hackers have stepped up to claim responsibility for the purported hack. While claims of attacking Sony’s systems were initially made by an extortion group called RansomedVC, a different threat actor has touted…