October 8, 2024 - Tuesday

[WORLD] Israel commemorates the anniversary of Hamas attacks amidst ongoing conflict, with survivors recalling the tragic events of the Nova Music Festival.

On the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks, Israel remembers the tragic events at the Nova Music Festival where militants killed and kidnapped hundreds. Survivors struggle with physical and emotional scars from the brutal attack while the site has been turned into a memorial, highlighting the ongoing Middle East conflict. Al Jazeera English correspondent Youmna ElSayed reflects on the difficult decision to flee Gaza amidst the turmoil.

Sources: edition.cnn.com , cnn.com , cbsnews.com , nbcnews.com

[NATION] Major Hurricane Milton poses a severe threat to Southwest Florida with a rapidly intensifying storm, bringing life-threatening storm surge and strong winds.

Hurricane Milton has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 hurricane with winds exceeding 180 mph and a low central pressure, prompting storm surge and hurricane warnings for SW Florida. Coastal areas face potential storm surge heights of 4-10 feet. Meanwhile, Central Florida is also on alert for severe weather impacts ahead of Milton's landfall, with increasing threats for wind, rain, and flooding.

Sources: nbc-2.com , wtsp.com , wesh.com

[BUSINESS] Goldman Sachs raises S&P 500 target to 6,300, expecting 10% gain in next 12 months, pointing to improving profit margins.

Goldman Sachs has increased its S&P 500 price target to 6,300, projecting a 10% gain in the next year, fueled by anticipated higher profit margins and company earnings. The analysts revised their target upwards, emphasizing the potential rise in profit margins to 12.3% next year and 12.6% in 2026. This forecast contrasts with the 19% dip in the S&P 500 in 2022 due to rising interest rates, with a 21% increase since the end of 2021.

Sources: marketwatch.com , finance.yahoo.com , fortune.com

[TECHNOLOGY] Apple's new ad for the iPhone 16 Pro highlights the 4K 120fps slo-mo feature, emphasizing its improved camera capabilities and new design.

Apple unveiled a new ad showcasing the iPhone 16 Pro's 4K 120fps slo-mo video feature, positioning it as a powerful tool for capturing cinematic moments on the go. The phone, priced similarly to its predecessor, boasts a larger screen, advanced camera system with a 5x zoom lens, and enhanced iOS 18 software with new customization options. Despite some pending updates, the iPhone 16 Pro stands out as a compact yet feature-rich smartphone option in the market.

Sources: 9to5mac.com , theguardian.com

[SPORTS] Carlos Rodon faced online threats after losing in ALDS to the Royals; emphasizes fans' need for respect and humanity.

Following a 4-2 loss to the Royals in the ALDS, Carlos Rodon and his family received disturbing online threats. Rodon's wife, Ashley, shared offensive messages targeting their personal life. Rodon highlighted the need for respect, reminding fans that players are human and urging against threats to families. Despite a rough start in the postseason with the Yankees, Rodon emphasizes the importance of fans showing empathy and remembering that baseball is just a game.

Sources: nypost.com , sports.yahoo.com

[SCIENCE] A European spacecraft, Hera, launched by SpaceX aims to investigate an asteroid's altered orbit post NASA's DART impact for planetary defense.

The European Space Agency's Hera mission, launched by SpaceX, is set to explore the aftermath of NASA's DART mission that impacted the asteroid Dimorphos and changed its orbit purposely. The mission will investigate the double-asteroid system with two CubeSat companions, targeting Didymos and its moon Dimorphos, to understand the effects of the impact and gather more insights about planetary defense testing.

Sources: floridatoday.com , cnn.com , spaceflightnow.com

[HEALTH] Improper arm positions during blood pressure readings can lead to false hypertension diagnoses, impacting millions of Americans.

A recent study discovered that incorrect arm positioning during blood pressure measurements may significantly inflate readings, potentially resulting in false hypertension diagnoses and unnecessary treatments for millions of Americans. The research emphasized the importance of having the arm appropriately supported on a table with the cuff at heart level to obtain accurate results and avoid misclassification. This underscores the significance of precise blood pressure readings in assessing cardiovascular health.

Sources: npr.org , edition.cnn.com , newsday.com

[ENTERTAINMENT] 'Joker: Folie à Deux' disappoints at the box office with a $37.8M opening and D CinemaScore, falling short of expectations.

The highly anticipated Joker sequel, Folie à Deux, disappointed at the box office with a $37.8M domestic opening, below projections and receiving a D CinemaScore from audiences. Despite a better international performance, the film struggled to match the success of its predecessor, Joker. Critics note the movie's critical view of hero worship and struggle to imbue new meaning into the character.

Sources: deadline.com , axios.com , hollywoodreporter.com , theverge.com