November 26, 2023 - Sunday

[WORLD] Five people were wounded in the largest drone attack launched by Russia on Kyiv, Ukraine's capital.

On November 25th, Kyiv faced the biggest drone attack launched by Russia during the ongoing war. The six-hour air raid began in the early hours and targeted various districts of Kyiv. The attack left five people wounded and disrupted the morning peace with the rumble of air defenses and explosions. This intensified attack came after a week of escalating violence, with Russia reportedly carrying out 911 attacks across Ukraine, resulting in 19 deaths and 84 injuries. Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba condemned this deliberate attempt to harm Ukraine, referencing the historical tragedy of the Holodomor famine.

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[NATION] Derek Chauvin, former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder, is in stable condition after being stabbed by a fellow inmate in federal prison.

Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer who was convicted of second-degree murder, is now in stable condition after being stabbed by another inmate in a federal prison in Tucson, Arizona. The attack occurred just days after the U.S. Supreme Court rejected Chauvin's appeal. The federal Bureau of Prisons has not provided additional details about the incident for privacy and safety reasons. Chauvin's lawyer had previously expressed concerns about his safety and proximity to other inmates as he serves his sentence.

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[BUSINESS] Black Friday shoppers spent a record $9.8 billion in U.S. online sales, up 7.5% from last year.

Black Friday online spending reached a record high of $9.8 billion in the U.S., indicating that consumers are seeking out the best deals and prefer to shop online for convenience. This reflects a strategic approach by price-conscious consumers to maximize discounts. The rise in e-commerce spending highlights the changing consumer behavior and preference for online shopping during major shopping events.

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[TECHNOLOGY] Cyber Monday brings a range of deals on Apple products, including discounts on MacBook Pro, AirPods, and more.

As Cyber Monday rolls around, numerous retailers offer deals on Apple products such as MacBook Pro, AirPods, and more. Apple itself provides gift cards for select purchases, while Amazon offers a bonus for Apple gift card purchases. Alongside that, discounts on iPads and accessories are also available. This includes the highly recommended iPad with its True Tone display and other impressive features. Consumers can also find deals on AirPods and AirPods Pro. It's a great time for Apple enthusiasts to find discounted products and make their purchases.

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[SPORTS] Michigan's win over Ohio State secures them a spot in the Big Ten championship game and keeps the spotlight off coach Jim Harbaugh.

Michigan defeated Ohio State 30-24 in a high-pressure and down-to-the-wire matchup. The win marks their third victory in a row against Ohio State and secures their spot in the Big Ten championship game. The win also relieves some pressure off coach Jim Harbaugh, whose three-game conference suspension has concluded. The loss puts Ohio State's chances of making the College Football Playoff in doubt.

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[SCIENCE] NASA's Psyche mission successfully carries out the most distant demonstration of laser communications, paving the way for future deep space exploration.

An experiment aboard NASA's Psyche mission has achieved the most distant demonstration of laser communications, sending and receiving data from a record-breaking distance of 10 million miles away. The technology, called Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC), uses an invisible near-infrared laser to send data at 10 to 100 times the speed of traditional radio wave systems. This milestone could enable future missions to communicate more efficiently and explore deeper into space. The DSOC experiment is part of NASA's efforts to uncover more discoveries about the origin of the universe and improve communication with humans exploring Mars in the future.

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[HEALTH] Mycoplasma pneumonia is likely the main culprit behind a recent outbreak of pediatric pneumonia cases in China, along with other respiratory viruses.

A series of outbreaks and hospitalizations in China, primarily affecting children, have been linked to mycoplasma pneumonia. Other causal agents include respiratory syncytial virus, influenza, and Covid-19. The World Health Organization has requested more information on these outbreaks. Mycoplasma pneumonia, also known as "walking pneumonia," usually presents with mild symptoms but can last for weeks. Young children with weaker immune systems may be at greater risk for more severe disease.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" is dominating the Thanksgiving box office, outperforming "Wish" and "Napoleon."

Despite a crowded marketplace and mixed reviews, the "Hunger Games" prequel continues to draw a crowd, earning over $11 million on Friday alone. It is projected to gross over $40 million during the Wednesday to Sunday corridor. Meanwhile, "Wish" and "Napoleon" are estimated to open to less than $35 million each. The overall Thanksgiving box office is expected to improve from last year but remains significantly below pre-pandemic levels.

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