27 June - iG Tab - 6 - MSM

 

Lifehacker

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  The Difference Between Power Strips and Surge Protectors

  With the exception of your bathroom, you probably have multiple appliances, devices, lighting, and electronics is most rooms in your home—all of which need to be plugged in. Plus, there are things like vacuums, fans, and other items that...

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  How to Make a Hospitable Outdoor Space In Less Than a Day

  If you’re fortunate enough to live in a home with some outdoor space, you probably should use it. Whether you have acres of land, a compact backyard, or an apartment balcony, it’s entirely possible to create a dedicated, hospitable area...

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  Where to Get Free and Cheap Food for the 4th of July

  June is coming to an end, which means it’s almost time for fireworks and hot dogs. But after your third cookout, you may be looking for something to eat that isn’t a tube of meat. Fortunately, there are plenty of food deals and freebies this...

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Pesticide Action Network

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  New report: Corporate influence at FAO

  Corporations are gaining increasing influence at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), at the expense of states, small scale food producers, Indigenous Peoples and civil society. Learn more Slideshow Category: Flex Slider...

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  Pesticides are a hurdle to environmental justice

  A new paper on environmental justice and pesticides describes how current U.S. laws, regulations, policies, and practices perpetuate disparities in pesticide exposure. Learn more Slideshow Category: Flex Slider...

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  California rejects sweeping pesticide program

  Our California work saw a major victory – a Sacramento County superior court judge has ruled an aggressive state pesticide spraying program unlawful. Learn more Slideshow Category: Flex Slider

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BBC News - Home

• South Africa police try to unravel mystery of tavern deaths

  Most of the 21 who died in the sudden and unexplained incident were teenagers, the police minister says.

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• Tour de France: Mark Cavendish will not ride and Julian Alaphilippe also out

  Britain's Mark Cavendish will not ride the Tour de France, despite equalling the all-time record for stage wins last year.

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• Nato plans huge upgrade in rapid reaction force

  Jens Stoltenberg said the increase followed a direct threat from Russia to European security.

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The Register

• Tech companies ready public stances on Roe v. Wade

  Some providing out-of-state medical expenses, others spout general pro-choice statements Several US tech companies have taken a stance or issued statements promising healthcare-related support for employees following the Supreme...

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• Cloudflare menaces virtual desktops with isolated browser access to internal networks

  Gives cloudy email a kicking, too – but VDI should be safe in its bastions Cloudflare has added the ability to access private networks to its browser isolation service, and suggests the combo represents an alternative to virtual desktop...

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• Oracle lands London council deal for £12m ERP project

  Evosys bags £2m in bid to replace SAP at Borough of Waltham Forest Oracle and systems integrator Evosys have won contracts to implement a new Oracle Fusion ERP system for the London Borough of Waltham Forest as part of a project which expects...

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BBC News - Technology

• Instagram: Video selfies trial to verify age of teens

  The Meta-owned app is trialling new verification methods to ensure teens meet platform age rules.

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• Toyota recalls electric cars over concerns about loose wheels

  The bZ4X is the Japanese motor industry giant's first mass-produced all-electric vehicle.

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• Two killed as Nio electric car falls from third floor office in Shanghai

  Pictures show a gaping hole in the side of car maker Nio's Shanghai HQ, and a smashed vehicle below.

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Further

• Genuine Quackery, Frightful In Its Scope

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• Trading Gold For Food: What Is Peace Worth?

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• Watchman In the Night

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ForceChange

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  Save Nation’s Highest Court From Political Corruption

  The integrity of American justice is at stake without urgent action. Demand reformation in the processes used to shape the highly influential Supreme Court.

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  Stop Torturing Dogs and Cats in Gas Chambers

  Hundreds of thousands of dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters across America each year. One method of euthanasia is the use of gas chambers to inhumanely kill dozens of animals at once. Ban this cruel practice and free innocent dogs and cats...

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  Save Hippos From Extinction Due to Illegal Poaching

  Innocent hippos are being pushed out of their homes and slaughtered for their skins. We must step in to save this species before it is too late. Demand hippos be protected from poaching and all threats that will lead to their extinction...

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Unexplained Mysteries

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  Mystery 'jetpack man' is sighted yet again at LAX

  An airline pilot reportedly sighted a mysterious individual flying a jetpack near LAX on Thursday afternoon. The 'jetpack man' mystery first came to l...

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  World's deepest shipwreck discovered in the Philippine Sea

  Deep sea explorers have identified the final resting place of the USS Samuel B Roberts which sank back in 1944. The ship, which went down during the B...

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  'Stranger Things monster' washes up on beach in Wales

  A creature resembling the Mind Flayer from 'Stranger Things' has been photographed on Bennar beach in Gwynedd. The peculiar creature, which appears to...

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All Things Considered : NPR

• Where will conservatives focus their political energy now Roe has been overturned?

  The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade was the culmination of years of work by social conservatives. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with columnist Mona Charen about what's next for their movement.

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• Where to find emergency contraception now that Roe is gone

  With access to safe and legal abortions coming into question, emergency contraception will be more important than ever. However, finding that contraception at the local pharmacy is no easy task.

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• Germany prepares to host the world for major meetings

  NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Germany's Ambassador to the U.S. Emily Haber about two summits where her country will be a major player — the G-7 and NATO — and their priorities.

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Science@NASA Headline News

• NASA Announces Launch Delay for Psyche Asteroid Mission

  Portal origin URL: NASA Announces Launch Delay for Psyche Asteroid MissionPortal origin nid: 480893Published: Friday, June 24, 2022 - 13:41Featured (stick to top of list): noPortal text teaser: NASA announced Friday that the...

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• Hubble Captures a Galactic Menagerie

  Portal origin URL: Hubble Captures a Galactic Menagerie Portal origin nid: 480840Published: Friday, June 24, 2022 - 08:00Featured (stick to top of list): noPortal text teaser: The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope captured this...

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• NASA Tracks COVID-19’s Atmospheric Fingerprint

  The COVID-19-related lockdowns granted scientists an unexpected and detailed glimpse as to how human activities impact atmospheric composition. Two recent studies, one focusing on nitrogen oxide and the other examining CO2 concentrations...

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How to of the Day

• How to Get Super Glue Out of Clothes

  Superglue on clothing is no reason to worry because it can be cleaned off with some acetone and a good rinse. Though different fabrics will react differently to superglue, most should be fine if you first let the glue dry and then break it down...

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• How to Use a Brita Pitcher

  Brita pitchers filter out certain elements, such as chlorine and copper, that don’t belong in your drinking water. If you’re concerned about what’s in your tap water and you want to ensure that you’re ingesting the healthiest water...

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• How to Look Taller in Shoes

  If you want to appear taller, new shoes are perhaps the easiest way to do it. Whether you’re looking for an extreme height boost or just a subtle lift, choosing the right pair of shoes can help you look taller without sacrificing style...

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Democracy Now!

• Guess Which Republican Congressmembers Sought Pardons After Trying to Help Trump Subvert Vote

  The House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol revealed Thursday that six Republican members of Congress who supported Donald Trump’s lies sought broad presidential pardons for their involvement...

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• Top DOJ Staff Threatened Mass Resignation as Trump Weighed Naming Jeff Clark AG to Overturn Election

  Former top officials in President Trump’s Justice Department told the House January 6 committee Thursday they threatened to resign en masse when Trump mused about appointing Jeffrey Clark, a loyalist who backed the baseless voter fraud...

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• "Pure Insanity": Trump Pushed DOJ to Chase Absurd Conspiracy Theories to Overturn 2020 Election

  The House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol has revealed new details about former President Donald Trump’s efforts to pressure the Justice Department to help him stay in power after he lost...

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News : NPR

• Democrats are bankrolling ads promoting fringe Republican candidates. Here's why

  As the midterm primary season rolls along, voters may have noticed a strange phenomenon of political advertising: Democrats paying for ads supporting Republican candidates.

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• More than 300 LGBTQ activists in Istanbul are released after being detained

  The once-annual Pride march has been banned since 2015 when police used tear gas and water cannons after a last-minute ban to disperse crowds.

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• Some of the country's richest people try to influence the Illinois race for governor

  Democrat and billionaire Gov. JB Pritzker is not only funding his own campaign but also running ads for GOP frontrunner Darren Bailey. Billionaire Ken Griffin is funding Republican Richard Irvin.

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WebMD Health

• Nearly 3 in 10 Americans Have Insomnia: Survey

  Hours go by with you tossing and turning, with no hope of escape into comfy, restful sleep. Or worse, you’re exhausted with no chance of dozing off before the dreaded morning alarm. If this isn’t you, it may be someone very close to you, suggest...

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• Seniors With Prediabetes: Eat Better, Get Moving, but Don't Fret Over Diabetes

  About half of adults 65 and older have above-normal blood sugar levels that put them in the prediabetes category. Although that is a signal to improve your eating habits and get more exercise, researchers say only a small percentage of the group...

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• CDC Panel Backs Moderna Vaccine for Those Aged 6-17

  An expert panel from the CDC voted unanimously to recommend the Moderna COVID vaccine be approved for kids between the ages of 6 and 17.

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Niskanen Center

• Problematic alcohol use is dangerous and costly. The SOBER Act will reduce crime and incarceration.

  The SOBER Act is responsible legislation that will reduce crime and violence, reduce incarceration, save thousands of lives, and improve the quality of life for untold numbers of Americans. The post Problematic alcohol use is dangerous...

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• The Niskanen Center applauds U.S. House Introduction of the SOBER Act

  The Niskanen Center is proud to have worked with the sponsors in developing this critical legislation. The post The Niskanen Center applauds U.S. House Introduction of the SOBER Act appeared first on Niskanen Center...

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• To end mass incarceration, focus on crime reduction.

  Lawmakers should commit to policies that promote prevention, deterrence, and certain accountability. The result will be less crime, less punishment, and more justice. The post To end mass incarceration, focus on crime reduction. appeared...

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Opinion | The Guardian

• We can’t stop the war in Ukraine but we can prevent it causing world hunger | Bob Geldof

  In a world economy worth trillions, the funds necessary to feed the hungry are truly small. So why aren’t we doing it?So here we are. The pound has slumped and Britain has the lowest growth and highest inflation in the G7. Manufacturing output...

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• If you think Denmark is all Borgen and social equality, take a look at its awful ‘ghetto’ law | Hettie O'Brien

  The eviction of ‘non-western’ housing estate residents shows the darker side of so-called social harmonyWe make a habit of idealising Scandinavia. Living in Britain, a country of damp sandwiches, dilapidated housing and extortionate...

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• Let’s call the overturning of Roe v Wade what it is: state-sanctioned forced birth | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett

  If you have ever been pregnant, the thought of being made to go through it against your will is sickeningI write this on my birthday, a date when traditionally my mother likes to reminisce about her labour. I was a much-wanted baby, and that love...

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CTVNews.ca - Top Stories - Public RSS

• Canada outperformed most G10 countries during first two years of pandemic response: study

  Canada handled key aspects of the COVID-19 response better in the first two years of the pandemic than most G10 countries, according to a new study by researchers from the University of Toronto, Unity Health Toronto and St. Michael's hospital...

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• Trudeau mocks 'bare-chested horseback riding' Putin as G7 leaders meet in Germany

  Russian President Valdimir Putin was a target of mockery by leaders of the Group of Seven, as they sat around a table Sunday, commencing their three-day summit in Bavarian Alps, Germany.

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• U.S. Ambassador Cohen on inflation, the convoy protests, abortion rights and gun control

  David Cohen has been the United States' Ambassador to Canada since November 2021, and in the time since, both Canada and the United States have experienced a series of shared challenges. In an interview at his official residence in Ottawa...

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Tallbloke's Talkshop

• Met Office 2050 forecasts use ‘plausible scenarios’ that aren’t plausible 

  In their computer model game they use the discredited RCP 8.5 formula that assumes a highly unlikely temperature rise of 8.5°C by 2100 (not 2050). What’s the point? – – – You may have seen some of our forecasts that look a little further...

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• Europe burns 19 million bottles of sunflower and rapeseed oil every day in cars

  Time to put the brakes on this worse than useless policy. Even some climate obsessives are against it. Will governments now admit their mistake? – – – A new analysis by European environmental NGO Transport & Environment finds that...

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• Parliamentarians call for fracking review to be based on science

  Any decision shouldn’t be based on the preferences of a minority of evidence-light climate squealers or other campaigners seeking to exaggerate minor issues. If the verdict is ‘no’ it should explain why it’s OK to import gas from...

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Zee News :Technology News

• iOS 16: iPhone users in India can now distinguish between spam and helpful messages with 12 filters

  There will be 12 sub-categories, including ones for credit or debit cards, bill payment, money, government services, network providers, healthcare, and online orders.

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• WhatsApp Users Alert! WhatsApp can now track women's menstrual cycle via period tracker chatbot

  The period tracking application can be used to track three goals: track periods, conceive, and avoid pregnancy. 

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• Gmail access without internet? Here's how Google allows you to do it

  Users will now be able to read, respond to, and search their Gmail messages even when they aren't connected to the internet.

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Zee News :Sci-Tech

• Rare planetary conjunction: Five planets of solar system line up in ‘special’ order

  The conjunction was brightest on Friday morning but will remain visible until Monday from most parts of the world, reported IANS. 

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• India accounted for around 44% of world's increase in air pollution since 2013: Report

  More than 97% of the global population lives in areas where air pollution exceeds recommended levels, the University of Chicago`s Energy Policy Institute (EPIC) said in its latest Air Quality Life Index...

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• Strawberry Moon 2022: Your skies to get brighter from today - check timings, other full moon dates

  According to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the June full moon, which is celebrated as "Vat Purnima" in India, will appear opposite the Sun in Earth-based longitude at 7:52 am EDT (5:22 pm IST) on June 14. ...

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Zee News :World

• G7 leaders confer with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, prep new aid for Ukraine

  The largest democratic economies will commit to raising tariffs on Russian imports to their countries, with the US announcing new tariffs on 570 categories of goods, as well as use of sanctions to target Russia's defense supply chains that...

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• 'Boris Johnson' chased by police during England vs New Zealand Test match at Headingley - Watch

  The viral video has so far garnered over 4.94 lakh views and more than 9,500 likes. 

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• Ukraine war impact: Russia defaults on overseas debt for 1st time in over a century

  According to a Bloomberg report, the $100 million interest payment was due on May 27. Russia has said that the money was sent to Euroclear, a bank which would then distribute the payment to investors. But that payment has been stuck there...

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Zee News :India National

• Maharashtra political crisis: Uddhav Thackeray hands over portfolios of Eknath Shinde, 8 rebel ministers to others

  Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has decided to hand over the portfolios of five absent ministers and four ministers of state to other ministers to "ensure smooth functioning of the public interest", an official statement said...

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• Emergency in 1975 a `black spot` on vibrant history of India`s democracy, says PM Modi in Germany

  Emergency in India was announced on June 25, 1975, when Congress leader Indira Gandhi was the prime minister and was lifted on March 21, 1977.

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• BSF Troops killed Pakistan intruder at International border in Jammu

  Pakistan intruder killed by Border Security force (BSF) troops along the International Border in Jammu district on Monday.

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Channel NewsAsia World News

• African officials to get priority for development courses conducted by Singapore: PM Lee

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• Ukraine's richest man sues Russia at Europe's top human rights court

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• Climate activists block IMF Paris office doors

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Channel NewsAsia Asia Pacific News

• Indonesia names jailed ex-Garuda chief a suspect in new graft case

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• Chinese city desperate for home buyers entices villagers with job prospects

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• Heavy rain, floods bring renewed calls in China for 'sponge cities'

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Channel NewsAsia Front Page News

• African officials to get priority for development courses conducted by Singapore: PM Lee

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• Father jailed for sexually abusing daughter for 13 years

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• 'Extensive and sickening': Man jailed 45 years for sex offences against 8 children

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27 June - iG Tab - MSM Narrative

 

SpaceNews.com

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  Axiom and Collins only bidders for NASA spacesuit contracts

  The two companies NASA selected earlier this month to develop spacesuits for the International Space Station and Artemis lunar missions were the only companies to bid on the project, according to agency procurement documents. The post Axiom...

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  U.K. government announces new space sustainability measures

  The British government announced a series of measures June 23, from regulations to funding active debris removal projects, intended to make the country a leader in space sustainability. The post U.K. government announces new space sustainability...

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  New head of Space Force acquisitions looks to get back to basics

  Frank Calvelli, assistant secretary of the Air Force for space acquisition and integration, told SpaceNews one of his priorities is to impose discipline in procurement programs The post New head of Space Force acquisitions looks to get back...

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  Telespazio to play key role in satellite servicing market

  Telespazio intends to play a key role in the future in-orbit servicing market, providing customers seeking satellite relocation, refueling, repair or removal with the necessary space and ground-based capabilities. The post Telespazio...

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  Software testing problem delays Psyche launch

  NASA’s Psyche asteroid mission will not launch this year as previously planned after the agency concluded there was not enough time to complete testing of the spacecraft’s software before its launch window closes. The post Software...

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Yahoo News - Top Stories

• More than 1 million voters switch to GOP in warning for Dems

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• Since the Roe ruling a gynecology clinic in Texas has received increased requests for permanent sterilization: 'I sense that they're scared'

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• 4 killed when stands collapse during bullfight in Colombia

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UK news | The Guardian

• Cost of living squeeze could push UK into ‘mild recession’; petrol price hits fresh highs – business live

  Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsLatest: Petrol and diesel hit records last weekendRAC: It’s ‘rocket and feather’ pricingKPMG: Cost of living squeeze could push UK economy into recessionRisk of downturns...

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• Boris Johnson claims he is not worried about Tory MPs plotting against him because leadership issue ‘settled’ – UK politics live

  Prime ministers says party leadership was settled ‘weeks ago’ as David Davis urges Tories not to change no-confidence vote rulesBoris Johnson urges world leaders to hold firm on UkraineBoris Johnson has reiterated his warnings at the...

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• David Davis urges fellow anti-Johnson Tories to let PM stay for a year to avoid paralysing government – UK politics live

  Former Brexit secretary, who has called for prime minister to quit, urges Tories not to change no-confidence vote rulesBoris Johnson urges world leaders to hold firm on UkraineBoris Johnson has said that he considers the Conservative party...

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CNN.com - Top Stories

• Tide turns in Russia's favor as Moscow's troops make progress in eastern Ukraine

  Russian forces are arguably having their best spell since the invasion of Ukraine began four months ago.

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• Ukraine's President will virtually address G7 leaders today, one day after Russia targeted Kyiv with a series of missile attacks

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• Zelensky to address G7 leaders

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Washington Post: Breaking News

• The Supreme Court turns the U.S. into a cautionary tale

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  9 hours ago

• Miss Manners: How do I respond to intrusive questions about my health?

  Reader wants to know a good response to someone who kept asking intrusive questions about their health.

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• Ask Amy: Angry grandma struggles with grandchild’s snippy response

  A grandmother's friends donated generously to help her grandchild in a time of need. Her grandchild had a "snippy, self-absorbed response."

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PCWorld

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  Subscription overload: Which tech services are actually worth your money?

  I used to pay nothing for the daily services I rely on—e.g., email, password manager, cloud storage, and more. And those I did need upgraded features for, I could pay once and be set for awhile. But the bar for privacy and security has risen (an...

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  Kingston XS2000 review: This pocketable SSD is fast and spacious

  At a glanceExpert’s Rating ProsSuper svelteGood 20Gbps performanceAvailable in up to 4TB in capacityConsSlower than much of the competitionNot much of a lookerOur VerdictThough it’s hardly the fastest 20Gbps SSD we’ve tested...

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  Get personalized protection from hackers with ClearVPN, just $30 for one year

  Some VPNs provide what can only be described as a cookie-cutter approach. Every subscriber gets the same features, regardless of a client’s individual needs. But some VPNs offer more personalized services, such as ClearVPN. The good...

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