November 7, 2023 - Tuesday

[WORLD] U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Palestinian Authority president during West Bank trip.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited the occupied West Bank to meet with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and discuss easing civilian suffering in Gaza and planning for a post-conflict scenario. The meeting ended without any public comment, and it remains unclear if the lack of words indicates a negative outcome. Blinken later traveled to Iraq and Turkey as part of his efforts to address the regional fallout from the Israel-Hamas war.

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[NATION] Donald Trump testifies in New York civil fraud trial, attacking the attorney general and judge overseeing the case.

Former President Donald Trump took the witness stand in a civil fraud case and used bombastic rhetoric to attack the New York attorney general who brought the case and the judge overseeing the trial. Trump's testimony resembled his campaign trail speeches, where he has made the criminal cases against him a central part of his argument for re-election in 2024. The judge initially tried to control Trump's political barbs but eventually allowed him to rant while mostly disregarding his remarks.

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[BUSINESS] WeWork, backed by SoftBank, has filed for bankruptcy protection after its bets on office-sharing space soured.

WeWork has filed for bankruptcy protection in the US, admitting it cannot survive unless it renegotiates its pricey leases. SoftBank, which owns about 60% of WeWork and has invested billions of dollars in its turnaround, believes the restructuring support agreement is the best way for WeWork to reorganize its business. The company said it expects to continue normal operations outside of the US and Canada, and that about 92% of its lenders have agreed to convert their debt into equity.

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[TECHNOLOGY] Apple's new MacBook Pro models, equipped with M3 chips, offer improved performance and sleek designs.

Apple's MacBook Pro lineup has been revamped with the introduction of the M3 chip, offering improved speed and performance. The 14-inch and 16-inch models come with sleek designs, high screen brightness, and powerful GPUs, making them suitable for professionals and gamers. The laptops are lightweight and portable, appealing to students and creators who need power on the go. However, the high price and loud fan are potential downsides. Overall, the MacBook Pro with M3 chip is a top choice for those seeking a high-performance Mac gaming rig or a powerful laptop for professional use.

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[SPORTS] The Los Angeles Chargers dominated the New York Jets in a 27-6 victory, shutting down Zach Wilson and ending the Jets' three-game winning streak.

The Chargers set the tone early in the game with an 87-yard punt return for a touchdown by Darius Davis and a strip-sack by Joey Bosa that led to a short touchdown run by Austin Ekeler. The Jets struggled on offense throughout the game, with quarterback Zach Wilson being sacked and stripped late in the fourth quarter to seal the Chargers' win. The victory moved the Chargers to .500, while the Jets also have a .500 record after the loss.

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[SCIENCE] 'Lazarus' primate Ekgmowechashala, North America's last primate before humans, thrived 30 million years ago during a climate shift.

A study reveals that Ekgmowechashala, a primate from 30 million years ago, was the last primate to inhabit North America before humans arrived. The primate survived during a period of climatic changes in North America, known as the Eocene-Oligocene transition, which made the region inhospitable for primates. The evidence for this primate's existence comes from dental fossils found in Nebraska and China, shedding new light on its evolutionary history.

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[HEALTH] Following 8 steps for heart health can slow biological aging by 6 years, according to research.

A new analysis of data from over 6,500 adults found that high cardiovascular health may slow the pace of biological aging by about 6 years. Following the "Life's Essential 8" guidelines, including eating better, being more active, and getting enough sleep, can significantly slow down biological aging. By incorporating these recommendations, individuals may see up to a 5-year difference between their chronological age and their biological age. Biological age, measured by phenotypical age, is a strong predictor of premature death.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] SAG-AFTRA responded to studios' contract offer, with AI protections for high-earning members as a sticking point.

As negotiations continue between SAG-AFTRA and the studios, AI protections for high-earning members have become a major issue. The studios have included an AI clause in their latest offer, but SAG-AFTRA has pushed back on this. Both sides are still working on reaching an agreement on several essential items. In the meantime, talks between SAG-AFTRA and the studios are set to resume on Tuesday after a long bargaining session that took place on Monday.

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