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Rocket Explodes Seconds After Launch in Japan

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  Space One Rocket Explodes Seconds After Launch in Japan The first rocket launched by the Japanese start-up Space One exploded seconds after takeoff on Wednesday, denting its ambition to become the country’s first private company to put a satellite into orbit. The Kairos solid-fuel rocket launched just after 11 a.m. local time and burst into flames seconds later, livestreams of the launch showed. The explosion left behind a large plume of smoke and set off a fire in a nearby forest that firefighters later put out. The 60-foot-long rocket weighs 23 tons and was launched from Space Port Kii in Wakayama Prefecture on Japan’s main island, according to the company’s website. Mamoru Endo, a Space One director, said at a news conference on Wednesday afternoon that the rocket appeared to have automatically self-destructed after its systems detected an abnormality. Space One would investigate how the malfunction occurred, Masakazu Toyoda, the company’s president, told reporters at the news...

USA House passes bill that could ban TikTok in the U.S

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  The House voted on Wednesday in favor of a bill to require TikTok to sever its connection with parent company ByteDance or face a ban, moving the legislation forward with surprising speed. President Joe Biden has already said that he would support the legislation, but TikTok faces an uncertain fate as the bill heads to the Senate. The bill received bipartisan backing with a 352-65 vote. TikTok said in a statement, “We are hopeful that the Senate will consider the facts, listen to their constituents, and realize the impact on the economy, 7 million small businesses, and the 170 million Americans who use our service.” The bill’s supporters decline to describe it as a “ban,” but if passed it would create two possible outcomes. In one scenario, TikTok strikes a deal to split with its Chinese ownership within six months and continues to operate in the U.S. under that arrangement. In the more dire outcome, ByteDance refuses to sell TikTok and it becomes illegal for software marketplace...

Jake Paul is fighting Mike Tyson July 20th

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  In a clash of titans that has sent shockwaves through the sports world, the brash and controversial YouTuber-turned-boxer, Jake Paul, is slated to step into the ring against none other than the legendary Mike Tyson on July 20th. This matchup promises to be a spectacle unlike any other, pitting the youthful exuberance and unorthodox style of Jake Paul against the seasoned prowess and ferocious power of Mike Tyson. It's a classic case of the old guard versus the new blood, with both fighters bringing their own unique set of skills and experiences to the table. For Jake Paul, this bout represents a chance to prove his doubters wrong once again. Since making the transition from internet personality to professional boxer, Paul has faced criticism and skepticism from many quarters. However, with each successive victory, he has silenced his detractors and solidified his place in the world of combat sports. A win against Mike Tyson would undoubtedly be the crowning achievement of his bur...

Finance Minister John Kumah has passed away.

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   John Kumah The Deputy Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Kumah, has passed away at the age of 45 after a brief illness. He leaves behind a wife, Apostle Mrs. Lilian Kumah and six children. Known to his constituents as Lawyer John Kumah, he was widely regarded as a man of integrity who championed job creation and instilled hope for the future among both the young and old in Ejisu, in Ghana's Ashanti Region.

Jeff Bezos overtakes Elon Musk as world’s richest person

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  Bezos’s ascension to the top comes at the expense of Elon Musk, the visionary behind Tesla Inc., who previously held the coveted position. the shift in fortunes occurred on Monday, March 6, 2024, propelled by an impressive 18% surge in Amazon’s stock value. As per the latest figures from the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Bezos now commands a staggering $200 billion fortune, edging past Musk’s $198 billion net worth. Musk’s fortune took a sharp hit, plummeting by $17.6 billion in a single day, as Tesla shares nosedived by 7.2%. The ongoing rivalry among these titans of industry — Bezos, Musk, and Arnault — continues to captivate global attention as they vie for supremacy atop the wealth rankings. In contrast, Amazon’s shares have demonstrated remarkable resilience, soaring by 18% year-to-date and an astonishing 90% over the past year. Meanwhile, Tesla’s shares have experienced a stark decline of 24% since the beginning of the year. The title of the wealthiest person in the world h...

Professor Peter Twumasi has been removed from his post as the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA)

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  Prof. Twumasi assumed the role of NSA boss in 2019 when he replaced Robert Sarfo Mensah and has served in the role over the last five years. His tenure was, however, blighted by several controversies, prominent among them being the poor maintenance of sporting facilities. Dodzie Numekevor replaces Prof Twumasi as NSA boss According to a report by Joy Sports, Prof. Twumasi will be succeeded by Dodzie Numekevor, whose appointment was signed by Secretary to the President, Nana Bediatuo Asante on February 26, 2024. Last year, Prof. Twumasi came under the spotlight when the NSA closed down the Accra Sports Stadium to football matches in December and rent it out for Christmas concerts instead. This forced Ghana Premier League clubs Hearts of Oak, Accra Great Olympics, Accra Lions and Dreams FC to find an alternative venue to play their home games. Prof Twumasi's decision to close down stadiums for concerts raised eyebrows Appearing before the Public Account Committee in February, Prof....

If football Was A School.

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If football Was School : 🤔 1️⃣- School Principal - Sir Alex Ferguson  2️⃣- Science Teacher - Pep Guardiola 3️⃣- Maths Teacher - Josè Mourinhò  4️⃣- History Teacher - Arsene Wenger  5️⃣- The Arrogant Popular Student Who Loves Bragging About Materialistic Things But Very Serious In Class - Cristiano Ronaldo  6️⃣- The Quiet Student Who Is Very Smart But Doesn't Like Flexing - Lionel Messi  7️⃣- The Students Who Have Good Fashion Sense And Are Loved By All Girls In The School - Neymar JR and Memphis Depay  8️⃣- The Students Who Are Always Absent From School Because Of Illness - Gareth Bale , Eden Hazard and Ousmane Dembele  9️⃣- The Student Who Is Always At School But Misses Class Periods - Timo Werner  1️⃣0️⃣- The Student From A Rich Family Who Is Always Helping Poor Students From School With Food And Stationary - Marcus Rashford  1️⃣1️⃣- The Students That Are Always Making Jokes In Class - David Luiz and Marcelo  1️⃣2️⃣- The Student That ...

French Lawmakers Have Made It a Permanent Part of Their Country's Laws That People Have the Right to Get an Abortion

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  French legislators on Monday voted to explicitly enshrine access to abortion in the Constitution, making their country the first in the world to do so. Acutely aware that they were breaking historical ground from the grand assembly room inside Versailles Palace, the politicians delivered impassioned speeches about women’s rights around the world, paid homage to the courageous Frenchwomen who had fought for abortion rights when it was illegal and leaped up time and again to offer standing ovations. “We are sending the message to all women: Your body belongs to you and no one has the right to control it in your stead,” Prime Minister Gabriel Attal said before the gathered lawmakers voted 780-72 for the amendment. The amendment declares abortion to be a “guaranteed freedom,” overseen by Parliament’s laws. That means future governments will not be able to “drastically modify” the current laws funding abortion for women who seek it, up to 14 weeks into their pregnancies, according to ...

Nollywood actor and Comedian Mr Ibu has died.

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  Veteran Nollywood actor and comedian, John Okafor, famously known as Mr Ibu has reportedly died. The 62-year-old actor, renowned for his comedic flair, died at Evercare Hospital, in Lagos, according to reports from close sources. The veteran actor had been battling illness, undergoing multiple surgeries and receiving ongoing medical care in his quest for recovery since last year. The family disclosed that Mr Ibu's leg had been amputated in November. Mr Ibu's journey in the Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood, was marked by a plethora of memorable performances that endeared him to audiences both locally and internationally. His distinctive style and infectious humour made him a household name, earning him a special place in the hearts of fans across generations. He has starred in movies including A Fool At 40, Police Recruit, Mr Ibu in London and Issakaba. Following the news of his demise, an outpouring of condolences has flooded social media platforms, with f...

Users on X (Twitter) Can make Audio & Video calls.

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 Video and phone calls on Elon Musk’s social media platform X (formerly Twitter) are now available to users without the need to enter their number or purchase an X Premium subscription. Once reserved for X Premium subscribers, the feature is now accessible to everyone, and it will likely give other services, like Meta’s WhatsApp, a run for their money. “We are gradually rolling out audio and video calling to non-premium users, try it out!” wrote X engineer Enrique Barragan on the social media platform, revealing the news. Additionally, users now have the option to permit calls from any user. X App Free Audio and Video Calls Only accounts that a user follows or has in their address book will be able to receive calls. Before you can connect via call, the two accounts need to have DM’d each other at least once. But users can adjust their settings to allow calls from anyone on the platform, not just those they follow. Importantly, last year, X restricted access to this feature to iOS u...