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Microsoft cleared to buy Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard

October 13, 2023
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UK regulators have granted approval for Microsoft's revised offer to acquire Activision Blizzard, the creators of Call of Duty. This decision marks the conclusion of a nearly two-year-long battle to secure the largest-ever takeover in the gaming industry. Despite granting approval for the takeover, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has criticized Microsoft's behavior during the process.

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TikTok latest firm after X and Meta to be warned by EU over Hamas videos

October 13, 2023
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The EU has issued a warning to TikTok regarding the dissemination of "disinformation" on its platform in the aftermath of Hamas' attack on Israel. In a letter to TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew, the EU has called on the company to intensify its efforts and clarify how it is adhering to European law within the next 24 hours. Social media platforms have witnessed a surge in misleading information related to the conflict, encompassing manipulated images and incorrectly labeled videos.

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UK to deploy Royal Navy ships to Middle East to bolster security

October 13, 2023
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The UK is set to deploy two Royal Navy ships and surveillance aircraft to the eastern Mediterranean to enhance security measures, according to No 10. This decision comes in the wake of six days of violence that ensued following a surprise attack on Israel by Hamas.

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Yvette Fielding says she was bullied on Blue Peter

October 13, 2023
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Yvette Fielding, the TV presenter who gained fame as the youngest-ever host of Blue Peter, has revealed that she experienced bullying during her time on the show and came close to quitting. Fielding, who joined the children's program at the age of 18, described her ordeal as being "pushed to the limit" and shared that the experience left her emotionally distressed.

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NASA’s Bennu Asteroid Sample Contains Carbon, Water

October 13, 2023
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Preliminary studies of the asteroid Bennu, which is approximately 4.5 billion years old and was recently collected in space by NASA and brought back to Earth, reveal significant amounts of carbon and water. These findings, presented by NASA from its Johnson Space Center in Houston, suggest the possibility of encountering the fundamental building blocks of life on Earth within this asteroid. This initial assessment is a part of NASA's OSIRIS-REx (Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification and Security – Regolith Explorer) mission.

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Trendy $28 TikTok Corset Lives Up to the Hype

October 13, 2023
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Fashion enthusiasts are buzzing about a white corset top that's gained popularity on various social media platforms.

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Taylor Swift joined by Beyoncé for The Eras Tour film premiere

October 13, 2023
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The world premiere of "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" in Los Angeles saw the attendance of several notable celebrities, including Beyoncé, Rachel Zegler, and Adam Sandler.

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California Bans Red Food Dye Found in Skittles, PediaSure and More

October 13, 2023
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Governor Gavin Newsom of California has recently signed a bill into law, making four widely-used food additives illegal in the state. Notably, one of these additives is the controversial red dye no. 3, which has already been banned in the European Union.

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Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith Were Separated for 6 Years Before Oscar Slap

October 13, 2023
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In the 18 months since the incident at the Oscars where Will Smith slapped Chris Rock over a joke about his wife's shaved head, Jada Pinkett Smith had remained relatively silent regarding the matter.

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Israel-Palestine conflict: Recent developments and statements

October 11, 2023
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The Israel-Palestine conflict has witnessed a surge in violence in 2023. Despite a joint Israeli-Palestinian commitment declared on February 26, 2023, aimed at quelling the violence, there are concerns regarding the feasibility of this commitment. This article delves into recent developments in the region and the statements made by the UK and the international community with a focus on resolving the conflict.