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A Boeing satellite suffered an ‘anomaly’ that caused it to spontaneously explode in orbit, resulting in worldwide internet and communication blackouts.In yet another blow to the aerospace company, the nearly 15,000 pound satellite – iS-33e – broke up into more than 50 pieces on Monday.The orbiter was operated by the international satellite services provider Intelsat, which provides communications services to a variety of customers spanning nearly 150 countries.Intelsat confirmed the ‘total loss’ of the satellite, which resulted in a ‘loss of power and service’ for customers in Europe, Africa and parts of the Asia-Pacific region. This latest Boeing blunder comes as…
Louisiana is suing top American security officials after a Chinese migrant entered the state illegally and may have exposed hundreds to a deadly tuberculosis strain.The lawsuit specifically names Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, and claims that ‘through his official capacity’ as security secretary he allegedly allowed the sick detainee to travel through Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities. The suit states Louisiana is in an ’emergency situation’ because the Chinese national has ‘a rare, aggressive, and drug-resistant form of tuberculosis, which carries high mortality rates.’The state said the migrant traveled from Louisiana facilities in Monroe, Basile and Lafayette, exposing more than 200 detainees and…
It’s one of the most eye-catching Instagram profiles out there, with photos from some of the world’s most exotic locations.But the person behind it has often paid far less for the trips than you might think.Meet savvy solo traveller Rachel Smith from Surrey, England. She uploads pictures and footage of adventures to far-off places with breathtaking places to stay, turquoise waters and golden sands to her @rachelsmith___ Instagram feed, but here reveals that she often pays seeing-is-believing bargain prices for her travels. As little as £12 per night for accommodation and £1 for ‘fresh meals’.Rachel also pinpoints common mistakes solo…
While you may not want to think about Christmas yet, Tesco is already firmly focused on the festive season – but it’s doing things a little differently this year. The UK’s largest supermarket chain has launched its Christmas range and while it’s packed full of yuletide favourites, it’s also clear that buyers were keen to branch out.Of Tesco’s 250 new Christmas products, the stand-out items can mostly be found in the ‘Party Food and Cheese’ category. Shoppers entertaining friends and family can this year impress guests with Baja Fish Tacos with Yuzu Cabbage Slaw and Tomato, Pineapple & Chilli Salsa (£5.50) or Mini…
A young woman is crediting a lifestyle overhaul and a game-changing skincare range for her newly radiant skin after struggling with agonising cystic acne for 2.5 years.Billyjo, 24, from South Australia, had ‘crystal clear’ skin her entire life before being struck with the painful condition when she was 22. It started with a few pimples in hormonal areas of the face before it ‘spread everywhere’, leaving her in immense ‘physical and emotional pain’. What followed was two years of trial and error that saw her test various medications, treatments and diets before she finally found a routine that made a difference.She also…
By Eric Blum Published: 20:21 EDT, 23 October 2024 | Updated: 20:44 EDT, 23 October 2024 North Carolina State quarterback Grayson McCall has shockingly retired due multiple concussions he suffered this year, with his latest coming this month in a game against Wake Forest.McCall took a hit to the head on October 5 and was stretchered off the field against the Demon Deacons. He was immediately transported to a local hospital. He was released the same day, with the Wolfpack stating he was ‘alert and in good spirits’ after what ended up being his final gridiron play. McCall played for Coastal Carolina…
This is the awkward moment Russian despot Vladimir Putin was forced to twiddle his thumbs as he waited for a photo-op with Xi Jinping. Putin is currently hosting Jinping, along with around two dozen other world leaders, in Russia for the BRICS conference. The conference, the most important since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, comes as Putin seeks to show Western attempts to isolate Moscow over the two-and-a-half-year offensive have failed.But his attempts at chest-puffing appear to have fallen flat with his one of his biggest allies, China. He was seen standing awkwardly to the side of a pair of Russian and Chinese flags…
Actor Rob Lowe has deleted a joke he posted on Twitter referencing Senator Elizabeth Warren’s claimed Native American heritage, on the same day she announced her 2020 presidential bid. Lowe is pictured in Mayfair, London on January 28Actor Rob Lowe has been forced to delete a joke he posted on Twitter referencing Senator Elizabeth Warren’s claimed Native American heritage following a backlash from other Hollywood stars.On Saturday, Lowe tweeted, ‘Elizabeth Warren would bring a whole new meaning to Commander in “Chief,”‘ and then promptly took the post down after other celebrities publicly let him know they did’t find the joke funny.Lowe…
There are fearless gamblers and then there’s Benny Scarf, the horse racing enthusiast who has developed a cult following on Instagram in recent months by placing bets that have to be seen to be believed.Sydney-based Scarf, 23, is the son of a former professional punter, with the sport of kings in his blood.His rapid rise from relative online novice to must-watch race day Instagram expert was inspired by New Zealand dairy farmer Tim Myers – better known as Tim Naki on social media. Scarf initially watched on fascinated as the Kiwi bet 10 cents for every Instagram follower he had.At…
Each month, This is Money puts a senior fund or investment manager to task with tough questions for our I’m a fund manager series to find out how they manage their own money.We want to know where they’d invest for the next year – or even next 10 years – and what pitfalls to avoid. This week, we spoke to Clare Pleydell-Bouverie, a fund manager at Liontrust Global Technology Fund. In the hot seat: We quiz Clare Pleydell-Bouverie on the companies she backs, whether Bitcoin and Tesla are worth it and the age-old question of growth versus valueThe fund invests in technology companies…