Author: Alex J
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Algeria’s Car Crisis 2024: Why Prices Are Skyrocketing and What’s Next?
Algeria’s car market is in chaos, and if you’ve tried buying a car there recently, you’ve likely felt the pinch. Since the government stopped importing new vehicles in 2014, prices have shot through the roof, making even a 2009 car cost as much as $10,000. The question is, why is this happening, and when will…
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Will Election Year Politics Delay TikTok’s Legal Showdown?
TikTok, the viral app that has taken the world by storm, is no stranger to controversy. From privacy concerns to its links with China, TikTok has faced its fair share of legal challenges. As the platform continues to grow in popularity, so does the scrutiny. And now, with the United States entering another heated election…
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TikTok’s Fight for Survival: The Ban, The Court, and What’s Next
TikTok just had the most important two hours of its existence, and no, it wasn’t a new viral dance or challenge that kept the world glued to its screen. This time, the fate of the app itself was at stake, hanging in the balance of a US federal court’s decision. But let’s rewind a bit.…
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The Unsolved Mystery of Amber Haigh: 20 Years Later
On a chilly winter’s day in June 2002, a 19-year-old woman named Amber Haigh vanished without a trace in New South Wales. Amber, who had intellectual disabilities, disappeared from the Riverina region, leaving behind a five-month-old baby. Her disappearance stunned the community, especially given the shocking allegations that followed: Amber’s life had been tragically cut…
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The Future of Mind-Controlled Technology: Brain Implants Are Here
Imagine controlling your devices with nothing more than your thoughts. It sounds like science fiction, but a brain implant startup called Synchron is turning this into reality. Backed by tech giants Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates, Synchron is making headlines for its groundbreaking work in brain-computer interfaces (BCI), a technology designed to empower those with…
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Ancient Roman Bathroom Humor: They Were Just Like Us!
Ancient Bathroom Jokes? Yep, They Were a Thing! When you think about ancient Rome, you probably imagine gladiators, emperors, or grand architecture. But guess what? The Romans had a wicked sense of humor too—especially when it came to their bathrooms. A 2,000-Year-Old Comedy Show In a latrine in ancient Antiochia ad Cragum (modern-day Turkey), archaeologists…
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Thousands Of World War II-Era Weapons Found Buried Underneath A School In Tokyo
I can’t imagine what it would be like to send my child to school and find out that beneath their playground, thousands of World War II weapons were buried. But that’s exactly what happened in Tokyo when construction workers unearthed a staggering cache of guns, swords, and grenades under Tanashi Elementary School. What Was Found?…
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Grief, Hope, and the Healing Power of a Text Message: A Story That Will Move You
Losing a loved one is something none of us can prepare for. We find ourselves in a haze of grief, reaching for any way to feel connected to the person we’ve lost. For Chastity Patterson, that connection came through sending text messages to her late father’s phone number. It wasn’t just a one-time thing. It…
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Vasyl Ivanchuk’s Olympiad Revenge: A Legendary Comeback 15 Years After Retirement
In the world of chess, certain players become legends not only for their skills on the board but for their unique ability to continuously surprise and inspire fans. One such player is Vasyl Ivanchuk, a Ukrainian grandmaster known for his creative style and unpredictable yet brilliant games. Fifteen years ago, after a heartbreaking loss to…
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Harris delivered a ‘masterclass’ debate. Will it change the race?
Kamala Harris came to the debate stage with a mission: to present herself as the candidate of change, the one who would guide America through turbulent times. Her showdown with Donald Trump in Philadelphia was more than a debate—it was a pivotal moment in the 2024 race. And she nailed it. A Commanding Presence From…