US shoots down Minuteman III missile after 'anomaly'

The US Air Force made a rather unexpected announcement on Wednesday, revealing that they had intercepted and destroyed a Minuteman III missile over the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. This interception was prompted by the detection of an anomaly following the missile's launch from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base, a significant and strategic military installation. The Air Force said it was setting up a launch analysis team to look into it, but it did not provide any other details.

November 03, 2023 at 12:35AM

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AI poses risk to humanity as big as nuclear weapons: UK PM

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could pose a risk to humanity similar to that of a pandemic or nuclear war. Sunak is seeking agreement from governments in the US, EU, Japan, and Canada on how to evaluate the security of AI technologies before their release. His concerns echo those of Elon Musk, who recently called AI one of the biggest threats to humanity. Sunak's remarks came as he attended a global summit on AI safety at Bletchley Park.

November 03, 2023 at 12:07AM

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US Federal Reserve keeps interest rates at 22-year high

The US Federal Reserve has decided to maintain interest rates at a 22-year high for the second consecutive meeting in an effort to control inflation without harming the strong economy. The Fed aims to cool down demand and encourage companies to slow down price increases. Despite the economy's resilience, inflation has gradually decreased from its peak in 2022. The Fed is focused on bringing inflation back in line with its 2% target and is considering whether to implement one final rate increase in the coming months.

November 01, 2023 at 11:37PM

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8 ft-tall gold-plated marble throne for Ram Lalla idol

The Ram temple in Ayodhya will have an eight-foot-tall gold-plated marble throne for Ram Lalla's idol. The throne, being made by artisans in Rajasthan, will reach Ayodhya by December 15. The temple construction work has been intensified, with the ground floor expected to be ready by the same date. Ram devotees have also donated gold and silver items which will be melted down for safekeeping. The first floor is 80% complete, and the construction of the sanctum sanctorum is finished. The work on other areas of the temple is also progressing.

November 01, 2023 at 01:42AM

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Customs fails to detect passenger with 1kg gold concealed in rectum

October 31, 2023 at 11:20PM

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Why more Chinese are risking their lives to enter US

These migrants often embark on a perilous journey across eight Latin American countries to reach the US southern border. Their journey typically begins in Ecuador, one of the few Latin American nations that offer visa-free travel for Chinese citizens. From Ecuador, they move to Necoclí in Colombia, which serves as a starting point to traverse the dangerous Darién Gap, a dense forest and swampy terrain connecting Central and South America. Throughout this journey, these migrants face numerous threats, including robbery, abuse, and even death.

October 30, 2023 at 12:33PM

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Maratha quota agitators torch 2 NCP MLAs’ homes, offices

Protesters in Marathwada's Beed district set fire to the bungalow of NCP MLA Prakash Solanke, demanding reservation for the Maratha community. There were also reports of self-immolation attempts. Several other properties, including the NCP district headquarters and a hotel, were torched. Authorities imposed curbs on gatherings in the area and most government offices were shut. Protesters also targeted the office of a BJP MLA in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district.

October 31, 2023 at 01:25AM

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Kerala Convention Centre blasts: 'Had just closed eyes to pray, then there were blasts & fire'

A 14-year-old boy named Ashwin and several others were injured in back-to-back explosions at a prayer session in Kochi. Ashwin, who had traveled with his mother to the venue, suffered hand and face injuries. A nurse named Aksa also suffered burns on her hands. Attendees stated that the organizers had given a safety demonstration, which helped reduce casualties. One attendee named Abhishek risked his life to save elderly people and had to be shifted to the ICU due to smoke inhalation.

October 30, 2023 at 03:14AM

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Mob storms Russian airport to protest flight from Israel

Hundreds of people entered the main airport in Russia's Dagestan region on Sunday and went onto the landing field to protest the arrival of an airplane from Tel Aviv, Israel.This incident was reported by Russian news agencies and on social media. As a result of the protest, the airport in Makhachkala, which is the capital of this mainly Muslim region, had to be closed, and the police were called to the scene. As of now, there are no immediate reports of injuries or arrests.

October 30, 2023 at 01:18AM

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Assembly polls: Congress announces six guarantees in Telangana

October 29, 2023 at 10:59PM

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