November 28, 2023 - Tuesday

[WORLD] The UAE planned to use its position as host of COP28 to discuss oil and gas deals with foreign countries, according to leaked documents.

Leaked documents reveal that the UAE intended to use its position as the host country of COP28 to push for oil and gas deals with more than a dozen countries. The briefing notes prepared by the UAE's COP28 team for meetings with foreign governments during the summit contain talking points from state oil and renewable energy companies. The leaked documents have sparked criticism and accusations of hypocrisy ahead of the climate talks. The UAE has faced scrutiny for its appointment of al-Jaber as COP president.

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[NATION] A man pleads not guilty after shooting three college students of Palestinian descent in Vermont, with the attack being investigated as a possible hate crime.

Jason J. Eaton, 48, pleaded not guilty to three counts of attempted murder after shooting three Palestinian college students in Vermont. The attack is being investigated as a possible hate crime as authorities look into whether it is related to the increase in threats against Jewish, Muslim, and Arab communities since the Israel-Hamas war began. One of the victims has been released from the hospital, while the other two remain hospitalized. The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.

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[BUSINESS] Last Chance: Check out over 225 tech deals under $100 in the Cyber Monday sale.

Cyber Monday sales offer over 225 tech deals under $100, including discounts on KitchenAid mixers, TVs, MacBooks, and more. The deals are only live for a few more hours, so act fast. Shopping editors have curated this list of the best Cyber Monday deals from popular retailers like Amazon and Walmart. Don't miss out on these great deals before Cyber Monday ends.

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[TECHNOLOGY] The OnePlus 12 has been revealed with new colors and a relocated Alert Slider, featuring a periscope camera and a global launch in late January.

OnePlus has unveiled the upcoming OnePlus 12 smartphone, which features a periscope camera and a relocated Alert Slider. The design of the device is similar to its predecessor, the OnePlus 11, with minimal changes. The smartphone will be available in three colors: white, black, and green. OnePlus has also released a teaser video highlighting the phone's features and design. The OnePlus 12 is set to launch globally in late January.

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[SPORTS] A new study suggests that exposure to green spaces can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari called on nations to prioritize climate change initiatives and invest in renewable energy during his address at the UN General Assembly. He highlighted the need for sustainable solutions to combat climate change and emphasized the importance of biodiversity preservation. Buhari also emphasized Nigeria's commitment to the Paris Agreement and outlined the country's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote renewable energy sources. The president urged developed nations to honor their financial commitments to support developing countries in their climate action efforts.

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[SCIENCE] The Full Beaver Moon, the penultimate full moon of 2023, will shine on November 27th.

The Full Beaver Moon, the second-to-last full moon of 2023, will illuminate the night sky on November 27th. It will rise at 3:48 p.m. EST and set at 8:28 a.m. EST the following morning. This full moon will be in the constellation of Taurus, the Bull. After the Beaver Moon, the moon will start to wane until the new moon on December 12th. Following that, December's Cold Moon will be the last full moon of the year, rising on December 26th. The name Beaver Moon comes from beavers taking shelter and trapping season in North America.

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[HEALTH] China's hospitals are experiencing a surge in respiratory illness cases, primarily in children, with pathogens linked to known viruses and bacteria.

China has seen a significant increase in respiratory illness cases, particularly among children, leading to heightened concern from the World Health Organisation (WHO). The rise in cases is attributed to pathogens such as influenza, rhinoviruses, RSV, adenovirus, and mycoplasma pneumoniae. The spike in cases can be attributed to children being exposed to these pathogens after the relaxation of Covid-19 restrictions. The Chinese Health Ministry assured that there is no indication of a novel pathogen being the cause of the outbreak. The situation mirrors the experiences of other countries a year or two ago, according to the WHO's spokesperson.

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[ENTERTAINMENT] Past Lives wins Best Feature at the 2023 Gotham Awards, while A Thousand and One picks up the breakthrough director award.

Past Lives, directed by Celine Song, took home the top prize of Best Feature at the 2023 Gotham Awards. A Thousand and One, directed by A.V. Rockwell, won the breakthrough director award in the all-female category. Other winners included Anatomy of a Fall for Best International Feature and Best Screenplay, and Four Daughters for Best Documentary Feature. Lily Gladstone and Charles Melton won in the lead and supporting performance categories. Beef won two TV awards, while Ali Wong won Outstanding Performance. A24 productions led nominations with 10 nods.

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