January 15, 2024 - Monday

[WORLD] Israel has been waging a relentless assault on Gaza for 100 days, resulting in a high death toll and widespread destruction.

Israel's 100-day assault on Gaza has resulted in a death toll of almost 24,000 Palestinians. The campaign started after an attack by armed fighters from Hamas and other groups. Israel has unleashed over 65,000 tonnes of bombs on Gaza, causing massive destruction and trapping the population of 2.3 million people. The International Court of Justice is hearing accusations of genocide against Israel. Meanwhile, a political solution is needed to end the war in Gaza.

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[NATION] Nikki Haley's 2024 campaign is gaining popularity but has faced recent controversies and stumbles, including missteps on the Civil War and criticism of Trump.

Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has seen her standing rise in recent polling for the 2024 Republican primary. However, she has faced a series of "stumbles" on the campaign trail, including not acknowledging slavery as a cause of the Civil War and making comments about Iowa's caucuses and candidates changing their personalities. Haley has also faced scrutiny for her stance on former President Donald Trump. Despite these controversies, it remains uncertain how they will impact her standing in the race.

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[BUSINESS] Alaska Airlines has begun preliminary inspections on a group of its Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft after a plug door blew off in midflight.

Alaska Airlines is conducting preliminary inspections on a subset of its Boeing 737 Max 9 fleet after a plug door blew off during a flight. The inspections are being done while the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awaits more data from Boeing in order to approve proposed inspection and maintenance instructions. The FAA has extended the grounding of 737 Max 9 aircrafts indefinitely and plans to increase oversight of Boeing's production line. Alaska Airlines also engaged in discussions with Boeing's CEO and leadership team regarding quality improvements.

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[TECHNOLOGY] CES 2024 showcased various kitchen technologies, including steak toasters, indoor smokers, and robot cocktail makers.

CES 2024 featured a range of innovative kitchen technologies, such as steak toasters, indoor smokers, and robot cocktail makers. AI was a major theme at the event, with car companies like Mercedes, Volkswagen, and BMW incorporating AI into their vehicles to enhance communication between the car and driver. Mercedes announced an AI-infused upgrade for the MBUX Virtual Assistant, promising a more personalized in-car experience. Other car manufacturers like Sony/Honda and Hyundai also revealed plans to leverage AI in their future vehicles. The CES 2024 event showcased the latest advancements in consumer electronics.

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[SPORTS] The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Miami Dolphins in a frigid game with temperatures that caused head coach Andy Reid's mustache to freeze.

The Kansas City Chiefs won against the Miami Dolphins in extremely cold weather, with temperatures reaching -4 degrees Fahrenheit and a wind chill of -20 degrees. The game became the fourth coldest in NFL history. Despite the conditions, the Chiefs' offense performed well, and their kicker Harrison Butker went 4 for 4 on field goals. Head coach Andy Reid's frozen mustache became a viral sensation on social media.

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[SCIENCE] The Peregrine moon lander, which experienced an anomaly shortly after launch and has been leaking propellant, is expected to burn up in Earth's atmosphere.

The Peregrine lunar lander, which suffered a critical loss of propellant shortly after its launch, will likely burn up in Earth's atmosphere. Despite efforts to manage the propellant leak, a soft landing on the moon is no longer possible. The lander's fate will be discussed in a press conference with NASA. These setbacks in lunar exploration have led to questions about the ability and will of space engineers to return to the moon.

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[HEALTH] CDC reports decline in flu activity, but transmission remains high. COVID-19 and RSV also contribute to respiratory virus transmission.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a decline in seasonal flu activity, with a decrease in outpatient visits, flu test positivity, and hospitalizations. However, transmission of respiratory viruses, including flu, COVID-19, and RSV, remains high across the country. In northern Colorado, health professionals are seeing a combination of COVID-19, flu, and RSV cases. Ohio is also experiencing a high rate of flu activity, particularly in the Northeast region. While some indicators are trending downward, hospitalizations remain significant.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] The 2024 Critics Choice Awards showcased a variety of red carpet looks, featuring an abundance of black outfits and rosette and floral embellishments.

The 2024 Critics Choice Awards took place at Santa Monica Airport's Barker Hangar, featuring a return of red carpet glamour. Many attendees opted for black outfits, while rosettes and floral embellishments were also prominent. Harrison Ford received the Career Achievement Award, and America Ferrera received the eighth annual SeeHer Award. The Crown won Best Drama Series, and Kieran Culkin won for Best Actor in a Drama Series.

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