March 1, 2024 - Friday

[WORLD] Over 100 Palestinians died near a Gaza aid convoy amid chaos as Israeli tanks fired warning shots.

More than 100 Palestinians lost their lives, and hundreds were injured while attempting to access aid near Gaza City. Israeli tanks were present, firing warning shots as a crowd gathered around aid vehicles. The situation escalated, leading to many deaths, with conflicting reports on the exact circumstances. France has called for an independent investigation into the Israeli actions, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice.

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[NATION] Sen John Cornyn announces candidacy to succeed Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, with speculation on next GOP leader.

Senator John Cornyn from Texas has officially thrown his hat into the ring to potentially step into the role of Republican leader after Senator Mitch McConnell's upcoming departure. McConnell will be stepping down after a long tenure, marking a shift in GOP leadership. The race to fill his position has begun, with Cornyn among the contenders. The decision will be made behind closed doors in November. Speculations also include other potential candidates, including those who have endorsed former President Trump.

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[BUSINESS] Oprah Winfrey departs from WeightWatchers after revealing use of weight loss drug, causing stock prices to plummet.

Oprah Winfrey is stepping down from the board of WeightWatchers after 10 years following the disclosure of her use of a weight-loss drug. This news resulted in a 25% stock decrease. Her departure marks a shift for the company, known for its weight loss programs. The decision raises concerns about the brand's relevance amidst modern weight loss trends like Ozempic. Winfrey aims to keep collaborating to address obesity and reduce stigma.

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[TECHNOLOGY] Microsoft introduces DirectSR API to simplify game upscaling coding across AMD, Nvidia, and Intel graphics cards in PC gaming.

Microsoft has partnered with Nvidia, AMD, and Intel to create the DirectSR API, aimed at simplifying the integration of super resolution AI-upscaling features in PC gaming. This API will provide a streamlined tunnel for developers to utilize the graphical upscaling technologies from these three major hardware companies, ultimately aiming to unify and streamline the upscalers and support across different graphics cards. The upcoming GDC 2024 will showcase more details on DirectSR and a public preview of the API will be available soon.

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[SPORTS] Caitlin Clark breaks Lynette Woodard's scoring record and nears surpassing Pete Maravich, with significant achievements highlighted in NCAA women's basketball.

<br>Iowa's Caitlin Clark surpassed Lynette Woodard's career scoring record in women's college basketball, positioning herself 18 points away from breaking Pete Maravich's NCAA scoring mark. Clark recently set the NCAA women's single-season record for 3-pointers. In contrast, the Gophers women's basketball faced challenges as standout Mara Braun suffered an injury during a critical game against Illinois, impacting their performance and her subsequent absence from the court.

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[SCIENCE] Intuitive Machines' moon lander made history and broke new ground with rocket-style propulsion but lost power after a successful landing.

Intuitive Machines' lunar lander, named Odysseus, marked significant achievements by becoming the first American hardware to land on the moon in five decades and the first privately built spacecraft to achieve this feat. Despite its historic landing and successful deployment of the EagleCam, the lander experienced power loss after seven days on the moon, leaving uncertainties about some functionalities. Nevertheless, the mission provided unprecedented views and important contributions to lunar exploration.

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[HEALTH] Deaths from excessive alcohol use in the United States increased significantly from 2016 to 2021, with about 488 deaths per day in 2020-2021.

The average annual number of alcohol-related deaths in the U.S. rose by over 40,000 from 2016-2017 to 2020-2021, with about 488 deaths per day due to excessive drinking during the latter period. The increase in deaths was greater among females, highlighting a concerning trend. Deaths related to alcohol use surged across all age groups, emphasizing the severity of the issue.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] Comedian and 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' actor Richard Lewis, aged 76, passed away in Los Angeles, remembered for his humor and sitcom roles.

Richard Lewis, known for his roles in "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "Robin Hood: Men in Tights," died at 76 in Los Angeles after a heart attack. Jamie Lee Curtis remembered him for his impact on her sobriety. Larry David paid tribute to their longtime friendship. Lewis is celebrated for his humor and unique expressions, like his notable "... from hell" phrase.

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