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Man Vs. Bear – Sexual & Gender Based Violence
This started off as nothing but a hypothetical question posed to a bunch of random women on the street. If they were walking alone in the woods, would they rather run into a strange man or a bear? What was meant to be some light TikTok trend ended up going in a completely different direction…
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CrowdStrike Bug
It was announced in July 2024 that CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity company, had an important bug in its software quality control system that caused a big IT outage. Millions of Windows computers were affected by the bug. This was because of one failing component of the system called Content Validator, a feature to check for the…
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The Water War Between The US & Mexico
The current situation between the US and Mexico stems from the 1944 treaty whereby both countries agreed to share water from the Rio Grande and the Colorado River to support citizens across the border. In recent years, climate change has resulted in increased temperatures and, consequently, the drying up of rivers. Coupled with other factors…
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Perseid Meteor Shower
The Perseid meteor shower, commonly known as the Perseids, is visible annually from mid- July to late August. The Perseids are one of the most impressive showers with about 50 to 100 meteors visible per hour. This shower is renowned for its fireballs. The word ‘Perseids’ is derived from the Greek word ‘Perseides’ which refers…
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Charcoal Briquettes
Charcoal briquettes are an iconic symbol of outdoor grilling, cherished for their consistency, convenience, and the distinctive smoky flavor they impart to food. Their history, technological evolution, and the role they play in modern grilling culture reflect both innovation and tradition. The origins of charcoal briquettes can be traced back to the early 20th century,…
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We Have Lost The Plot
Every week for about two months now, there have been protests spearheaded by the youth in Kenya, popularly known as Gen Z. This movement, leaderless, tribeless, motivated and knowledgeable in matters of the law to the point where it’s scary, was catalysed by the proposed Finance Bill, which was gazetted on 9th May 2024. The…
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NASA Astronauts Stuck in Space
NASA sent Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore to ISS in the maiden flight of Boeing’s Starliner. The mission was to test the Boeing Starliner spacecraft, before its first manned flight and performance in the real world. The Starliner, which docked at the ISS on June 13, 2024, was initially scheduled to return to Earth after a…
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