Author: Alex J
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The 30-Year missing guy Omar bin Omran’s Captor Sentenced to Life
In a shocking twist in the Omar bin Omran case, Algerian courts have sentenced his captor to life imprisonment. The man, who abducted Omar nearly 30 years ago, has been found guilty of holding him captive within his own home in Djelfa, Algeria. Omar bin Omran ordeal, which spanned nearly three decades, was not only…
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Costco customer tries to return a TV bought in 2002— all because it ‘falls within the guidelines’
In the age of online shopping, easy return policies have become a customer magnet. For Costco, this philosophy has birthed a series of head-turning stories, like the recent case that took social media by storm. According to a viral Reddit post, a customer strolled into a Costco in Pennsylvania with a 22-year-old TV in tow,…
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Ashley Revell bet entire life savings and sold everything he owned on a single roulette spin: “I picked red…”
It’s the kind of gamble most people wouldn’t dream of: this man betting your entire life savings on a single spin of a roulette wheel. But for Ashley Revell, this wasn’t a nightmare—it was reality. Revell, an avid poker player, took the ultimate leap of faith, selling everything he owned to stake his future on…
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Dozens of ‘high hazard’ toxins are common in beauty products – report
A new report has uncovered that around one-third of approximately 318,000 ingredients found in beauty and personal care products lack public toxicological profiles, leaving significant gaps in safety information. The analysis, conducted by ChemForward, a non-profit advocating for ingredient transparency, also identified about 45 chemicals classified as “high hazard” that are commonly included in such…
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Should You Cancel Your Spain Holiday After the Flooding Disaster?
Flooding Disrupts Travel Across Spain Spain’s eastern coast is grappling with severe flooding, especially in the Valencia region and now Barcelona, prompting questions about travel safety for those planning to visit. The Spanish government has issued red alerts, and travel has been significantly disrupted, particularly in Barcelona, where the airport has experienced extensive flooding. Flights…
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Why Shopping at Costco Right After a Holiday Could Be a Big Win for Your Wallet
When it comes to shopping at Costco, timing can be everything. Most of us rush to stock up on essentials before big celebrations, but if you can hold off until just after the holiday, you might land a serious deal. According to sources like Food Republic, Costco offers impressive post-holiday discounts on seasonal items that…
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Indian woman in Canada seen ‘stealing’ candies meant for kids on Halloween
A video capturing an unidentified woman, dressed in a traditional South Asian salwar kameez, allegedly pilfering Halloween candy from multiple homes in Ontario has ignited a social media uproar. The video, filmed in Markham on Halloween night, shows the woman systematically moving from house to house, taking more than the standard portion of treats typically…
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Ukraine Fires on North Korean Troops in Russia’s Kursk Region, Escalating International Tensions
Ukraine has reportedly engaged North Korean forces deployed by Russia, marking a dramatic escalation in the nearly three-year conflict. According to Ukrainian officials, this is the first confirmed incident of Ukrainian forces targeting North Korean personnel in Russia. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Ukrainian Centre for Countering Disinformation, confirmed on Telegram, “The first North Korean…
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Air Canada and CAE’s Scholarships for Aspiring Female Pilots and Engineers: Building a Legacy of Inclusivity in Aviation
As the calendar flips into November, there’s great news for young women with dreams of a career in aviation. Air Canada and CAE are now accepting applications for the Captain Judy Cameron Scholarship, designed to support aspiring female pilots and aircraft maintenance engineers across Canada. This scholarship, named after Air Canada’s first female pilot, Judy…
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Warren Buffett’s $100 Billion Apple Selloff: What This Massive Move Means for Investors
In a strategic move that has analysts and investors talking, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway sold an additional $14.3 billion worth of Apple shares in Q3 2024. This sale follows a previous $86 billion offload of Apple stock in Q2 2024, pushing Berkshire’s Apple share sales to a jaw-dropping $100 billion over the last two quarters.…