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Ecuador Hit by Nationwide Power Blackout

Ecuador Hit by Nationwide Power Blackout

A power blackout affected the whole of Ecuador on June 19, 2024, which left the whole country and its 18 million people without power.


Snapchat Settles Sex Discrimination, Harassment Claims With $15 Million in California

Snapchat Inc. settled a $15 million lawsuit over female workers' discrimination, retaliation, and sexual harassment after a three-year inquiry.

Rite Aid to Close 27 US Outlets as Drugstore Chain Faces Federal Bankruptcy

Rite Aid is closing more than 20 US stores, according to court documents filed this week in its federal bankruptcy case.

Auto Dealership Software Service CDK Global Shuts Down After Cyberattack

Car dealership software service CDK Global has been hacked this week, causing massive outages to thousands of dealerships across the United States.


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By providing reliable energy storage, affordability, and grid independence, YouSolar's state-of-the-art approach enhances the accessibility and reliability of solar power solutions. How does YouSolar do it? Through its modular design, direct current infrastructure, and versatile applications, YouSolar's Nanogrid technology is creating a path for the widespread adoption of renewable solar energy and, ultimately, a sustainable future.
OpenAI Co-Founder Ilya Sutskever Reveals New AI Startup Safe Superintelligence
OpenAI co-founder and former chief scientist Ilya Sutskever revealed his new startup called Safe Superintelligence.
Elon Musk Withdraws Lawsuit Against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, Case Could Be Refiled
Elon Musk clarifies his controversial remarks to advertisers at Cannes Lions as a form of free speech on his X platform amid efforts to mend relations with major advertisers like Apple and Disney.
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France is being criticized by the European Commission for its excessive debt levels, prompting a rebuke that could complicate President Macron's reelection.
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Nestlé warns of potential reduced chocolate consumption due to soaring cocoa costs, which may force price hikes and impact consumer demand.
The Second Belt And Road Forum For International Cooperation - Day One
Chinese Premier Li Qiang's visit to Malaysia includes plans to integrate the East Coast Rail Link with regional projects, boosting China's Belt and Road initiative in Southeast Asia.
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun Testifies In Senate Hearing
Boeing CEO David Calhoun apologized to the families of the 737 Max crash victims and defended the company's safety record at a Senate hearing following multiple whistleblower allegations.
Premier Inn Workers Rally Over 1,500 Job Cut Plans
Premier Inn workers protested at Whitbread’s annual shareholder meeting against plans to cut 1,500 jobs, despite reported profit increases.
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A new study revealed that record-breaking heat waves are likely caused by new low-sulfur fuel regulations in ships implemented by the IMO in 2020, which reduced sulfur dioxide emissions by 80%.
 Minneapolis Man Charged for Killing, Burning Victim in Basement Over $2,800 Rent Money
A 42-year-old man in Minneapolis has been charged with the killing of a 52-year-old man in 2020 over rent money.