Author: Krishna Bora

Sadegh Beit Sayah won the F41 Javelin event in Paris. He set a new Paralympic record with a 47.64-meter throw. Officials disqualified him for unfurling a religious flag. This incident highlights the strict rules governing Paralympic competitions. Two Yellow Cards Lead to Disqualification The Pakistan Daily Beit Sayah received two yellow cards during the event. His first offense was a controversial gesture after breaking the record. The second came when he displayed the unauthorized flag. Two yellow cards result in automatic disqualification under Paralympic rules. IPC Regulations Prohibit Political and Religious Displays YouTube The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) bans political…

Social Security’s personalized services experienced a widespread outage. The issue began around 4 AM, affecting both online and in-person services. Users reported problems accessing their Social Security information. This outage impacts millions of Americans who rely on these services. IT Hardware Issue Causes Service Disruption Elder Law Answers Officials attribute the outage to an IT hardware problem. The exact nature of the hardware issue remains undisclosed. Technical teams are working to resolve the problem. This incident highlights the vulnerability of critical government systems to technical failures. Online and In-Person Services Affected Legacy Design Strategies The outage impacts both digital and…

Southern California experienced two earthquakes on Saturday morning. The quakes hit less than 30 minutes apart. Millions of residents felt the tremors across the region. This double quake event is unusual and has raised concerns among locals. First Quake Measures 3.5 on Richter Scale Los Angeles Times The initial earthquake struck at 10:05 AM local time. It registered 3.5 on the Richter scale. The epicenter was located 4.3 miles southeast of Ontario. This moderate quake served as a precursor to the stronger one that followed. Stronger 3.9 Magnitude Quake Follows Shortly After en.wikipedia.org A second, more powerful earthquake hit at…

America’s oil output has reached a record 13.4 million barrels daily. This surpasses peak production during Trump’s presidency. Increased supply is pushing gas prices lower nationwide. The trend could have significant economic and political implications. Gas Prices Hit Six-Month Low, Falling Fast CNN The national average for gas dropped to $3.31 per gallon. This marks a 50-cent decrease from last year. Ten states now average below $3 per gallon. Experts predict this downward trend will continue through Thanksgiving. OPEC+ Struggles Amid Weakening Global Oil Market Inkl OPEC+ has postponed plans to increase supply due to market weakness. Oil prices continue…

Seven & I Holdings turned down Alimentation Couche-Tard’s $38.5 billion bid. The Japanese company deemed the offer too low for its global business. Seven & I remains open to considering higher proposals. This rejection marks a significant moment in the convenience store industry. Potential Merger Would Create Convenience Store Giant CNN The proposed deal aimed to combine two major convenience store chains. It would have given the merged entity control of nearly 20% of the US market. The combined company would have had a massive global footprint. Such a merger could have reshaped the convenience store landscape. Regulatory Concerns Cited…

Federal officials have charged two RT employees with conspiracy. They allegedly funneled $10 million to hire American influencers. The scheme aimed to spread Kremlin propaganda before the 2024 election. This operation marks a sophisticated evolution in foreign influence campaigns. Tenet Media: Front for Russian Propaganda Operation Consortium News Nashville-based Tenet Media is implicated in the indictment. Founded in 2022, it claimed to focus on Western issues. The company’s YouTube channel amassed over 16 million views. This case reveals how legitimate-seeming businesses can be used for propaganda. Right-Wing Influencers Unknowingly Spread Russian Messages WITF Well-known conservative commentators were recruited by Tenet.…

Libya taps into ancient aquifers beneath the Sahara. The Great Man-Made River project spans 1,750 miles. It aims to transport 6.5 million cubic meters of water daily. Could this desert nation become a water powerhouse? $25 Billion Gamble: Will It Pay Off? Newsweek Libya invests $25 billion in the GMMR project. The network uses enough steel to circle Earth 280 times. Five million tons of cement form the massive pipes. Is this the most ambitious water project in history? Gaddafi’s Dream: Eighth Wonder of the World? Construction Week Libya’s former leader dubbed GMMR the “eighth wonder”. The project began in…

Boeing’s Starliner capsule is set to return from the International Space Station. The capsule will make this journey without the astronauts it brought to the ISS. NASA has scheduled the undocking for Friday evening. This mission marks a critical test for the troubled Starliner program. Technical Issues Plague Starliner’s Test Flight NPR The Starliner mission faced numerous delays and technical problems. Thruster troubles and helium leaks forced NASA to alter the original plan. These issues prevented the capsule from completing its intended weeklong test flight. Boeing has spent over $1 billion on repairs and modifications since 2019. Astronauts Wilmore and…

J.C. Penney announces closure of multiple locations across America. The retail giant targets underperforming stores in Alabama, Texas, and Maine. This decision affects thousands of employees and loyal customers. Will this be the beginning of the end for the 120-year-old retailer? Department Store Dilemma: Can They Survive? MSN Traditional retailers face unprecedented challenges in the digital age. Department store sales have declined by 40% since 2000. J.C. Penney still operates 660 stores nationwide. How long can these retail dinosaurs hold out against the e-commerce meteor? Online Shopping: The New Retail Frontier Liberty & Wealth E-commerce sales grew by 44% in…

Manufacturing issues can lead to costly recalls and financial strain. Companies face increased expenses and potential legal challenges. Recent data shows a 15% rise in bankruptcy filings linked to product recalls. These setbacks often reveal deeper operational problems within affected businesses. How do vehicle recalls impact companies? Carryout Supplies An electric car maker recently recalled over 12,000 vehicles due to faulty door handles. This recall coincided with their Chapter 11 filing. Vehicle recalls can cost manufacturers an average of $500 per car. The company now struggles with a shortage of replacement parts, further complicating recovery efforts. What food safety issues…