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Scientist discovers cause of ‘Pharaoh’s curse’ from King Tut’s tomb
The 'Pharaoh's curse,' which was postulated to have claimed the lives of over twenty individuals since the opening of King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, has reportedly been deciphered by a physicist. Ross Fellowes concludes that the deaths may have had a biological cause, whereas an ancient Egyptian text threatens 'death by a disease that no doctor can diagnose' to anyone who disturbs royal mummified remains.
Musk visited China to explore full self-driving
According to media reports, Elon Musk's purpose in Beijing is to discuss the possibility of enabling autonomous driving mode on Tesla vehicles in China. Musk intends to implement Full Self-driving (FSD) in China and transfer data gathered within the nation to another location for training algorithms. FSD is offered in certain nations, such as the United States, but not in China.
Falling from Blackpool Tower’s ‘wheel of faith’ injures circus performer
They were injured while executing a stunt on the "wheel of faith" and fell, resulting in the evacuation of the audience. A performer in the circus sustained an injury after falling from a "wheel of faith" at Blackpool Tower during a performance. The crowd was evacuated on Saturday following the catastrophe.
Messi breaks MLS record with historic New England crowd
Inter Miami won 4-1 on Saturday night, with two goals from Lionel Messi thrilling a record-setting New England Revolution crowd. Messi's ninth goal of the season, which gave his side a 2-1 lead in the 68th minute, was a left-footed strike from deep inside the box that did not disappoint the 65,612 spectators who were in attendance at Gillette Stadium.
Abu Ghraib is a significant turning point in the pursuit of justice
Twenty-five years later, I was in court, examining the identical distressing photographs depicting men with their faces obscured by coarse hoods. However, the tormented individuals depicted in these photographs were not anonymous or unrecognizable. I observed a survivor of Abu Ghraib's testimony from Iraq through video link and exchanged handshakes with another individual outside the courtroom, situated twenty minutes away from the capital of the country where pivotal decisions influenced their lives.
Sunak doesn’t rule out July election, emphasizes clear choice
Rishi Sunak has refrained from formally denying the possibility of conducting a nationwide election in July, despite the continued prevalence of conjecture regarding the occasion. Consistently, the prime minister has expressed his "working assumption" that the election will occur during the latter part of this year; however, the law stipulates that he cannot call it off until January 2025. However, numerous commentators have anticipated a referendum in the autumn.
Spanish Grand Prix winner Bagnaia closes MotoGP world deficit
On Sunday, reigning MotoGP champion Francesco Bagnaia won his third consecutive Spanish Grand Prix to close the gap in the world championship standings with Pramac Racing rider Jorge Martín, who was eliminated from the race while in the lead. Marc Márquez, a six-time MotoGP champion, finished second for Gresini Racing from the pole position at the Circuito de Jerez, while Marco Bezzecchi of VR46 Racing finished third.
Harvey Weinstein hospitalised after New York jail transfer
His attorney characterises former film producer Harvey Weinstein's condition as "a train wreck" as he undergoes diagnostic procedures in a New York hospital. The news arrives days after the reversal of one of his rape convictions. The attorney for Harvey Weinstein reports that the ex-film producer was transported to the hospital after being transferred to a New York jail.
US penalties fail to halt Israeli settler attacks
On October 13, dozens of Israeli settlers invaded the village of Tajamaa al-Murajaat in the occupied West Bank, much to the terror of Haitham Kaabna and his family. As they assaulted farmers, the settlers, he claims, were protected by the army and carried M16 assault rifles. Settlers pillaged olive groves, vandalized automobiles, and abducted livestock for two weeks. A forced evacuation of approximately 200 Palestinian households from Tajamaa al-Murajaat, located in the Jordan Valley, resulted from the violence.
Stolen pets cause emotional trauma similar to losing a kid
The indomitable connection that pets and their owners form is common knowledge. Now, research confirms that they truly do feel like members of the family, as the psychological anguish associated with losing a child is comparable to that of having a dog taken, according to one study. In interviews with owners whose dogs had been stolen, researchers inquired about the owners' requirements and experiences.
Burkina Faso military accused of civilian massacre
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has issued the allegation and demanded that the African Union and the United Nations provide investigators and assist local efforts to apprehend the perpetrators. In assaults on two villages, Burkina Faso military forces have been accused of massacring 223 civilians, including infants.
Scottish Greens-SNP power-sharing accord falls
After much deliberation, the first minister terminated the power-sharing agreement between the Scottish National Party and the Scottish Green Party. The action follows the government's decision to discontinue the prescription of puberty blockers for individuals under the age of 18 and to eliminate climate targets. First Minister Humza Yousaf is expected to face a motion of no confidence, as declared by the Conservatives.
