World Television Day - 21 November.

World Television Day, observed globally on November 21, goes beyond seeing TV as just an electronic device. Instead, it highlights its importance as a powerful source of entertainment and a major way people watch videos, according to the United Nations. World Television Day…

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Australia’s Travis Head got the ‘Man of the Match’ Title in Cricket World Cup 2023

Introduction In a thrilling 2023 ODI World Cup final clash between Australia and India in Ahmedabad, Travis Head emerged as the standout performer, earning the well-deserved title of Man of the Match. The Australian opener’s remarkable innings played a pivotal role in his te…

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Landmark Election in Argentina since the restoration of democracy.

Argentina has witnessed a seismic shift in its political landscape as Javier Milei, a self-described anarcho-capitalist and right-wing populist, secured a decisive victory in the recent presidential runoff. Milei’s triumph over Economy Minister Sergio Massa marks a departur…

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Novak Djokovic Wins Record Seventh ATP Finals Title.

Introduction Novak Djokovic made history on November 19, by securing his seventh ATP Finals title in Turin, Italy. The world number one defeated local favorite Jannik Sinner in a commanding fashion with a 6-3, 6-3 victory. This triumph places Djokovic ahead of the retired Ro…

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Brazil records its hottest ever temperature

Brazil has recorded its hottest ever temperature - 44.8C (112.6F) - as parts of the country endure a stifling heatwave. The record was hit on Sunday in the town of Araçuaí, in Brazil's south-eastern state of Minas Gerais. The unprecedented weather has been attributed to t…

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North Korea claims to launch spy satellite.

North Korea has fired what it claims to be a spy satellite, South Korea says, hours after Japan said it was warned of a possible launch. The office for the Japanese prime minister said North Korea had fired a "suspected ballistic missile". Residents on the southern …

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World Fisheries Day - 21 November 2023

Commemorating the Significance of Fisheries World Fisheries Day is observed annually on November 21st to highlight the importance of sustainable fisheries management and to draw attention to the critical role of small-scale fishers in ensuring food security and livelihoods f…

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Kenya's President Ruto one of four Africans on Time climate leaders list.

Kenya's President William Ruto has been named by Time Magazine as one of the world's 100 most influential leaders shaping global climate action. The listing comes in the week he led a national holiday aimed at planting 100 million trees in a single day. Mr Ruto was na…

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Luc Frieden assumed the position of Prime Minister in Luxembourg.

Luxembourg, a small but influential European nation, is set to undergo a significant political shift as former finance minister Luc Frieden assumes the role of prime minister. This change comes on the heels of the recent election, where Frieden’s Christian Social People’s P…

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Archaeologists Uncover Biblical Truth in Town Captured by Pharoah.

Archaeologists have used radiocarbon dating to uncover the truth behind events referenced in Biblical texts regarding an ancient Levantine city. Archaeological finds have occasionally corroborated ancient texts, such as those told in the Bible. A study published in the PLOS …

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Google Opens Up its Bard AI Tool to teenagers around the world.

Google's conversational AI chatbot, called Bard, is now available to teens in most countries around the world, the company said this week in a blog post. Teenage users in those areas must meet the minimum age requirements to manage their own Google account, which genera…

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Former first lady Rosalynn Carter dies at age 96.

Rosalynn Carter, the former first lady and one-half of the longest presidential marriage in U.S. history, who was a pillar of her husband’s presidency and a trailblazing mental health advocate, has died at the age of 96. According to a release from the Carter Center, she die…

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Miss Universe 2023 Winner is Miss Nicaragua Sheynnis Palacios.

A new Miss Universe has been crowned. Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua won the 2023 title at the international competition's 72nd final in San Salvador, El Salvador Nov. 18. She is the first contestant from her country to win the Miss Universe pageant. The 23-year-old, a …

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NASA loses contact with mars missions as Red Planet goes dark.

Space agencies in the U.S., Europe and China have temprarily lost contact with a vast fleet of spacecraft at Mars. That includes three rovers, one helicopter and seven orbiters. The cause is what astronomers call the solar conjunction of Mars, where the red planet is on the …

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Apple will make a big change to iPhone messages next year

The long-standing battle over the iOS’ blue and Android’s green text bubbles will soon take a more friendly turn. Apple announced on Thursday plans to adopt a messaging standard that will finally bring iMessage features to Android users, eroding what some considered an eleme…

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World Children's Day - 20 November.

World Children’s Day was first established in 1954 as Universal Children's Day and is celebrated on 20 November each year to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children's welfare. November 20th is an important date a…

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International Men’s Day - 19 November.

On November 19, International Men’s Day celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities.  International Men’s Day serves as a global platform to recognize and celebrate the positive contributions of men to society. Originating f…

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SpaceX’s Starship Lost Shortly After Launch of Second Test Flight.

SpaceX’s Starship failed its test flight this morning when the automated flight termination system triggered, and engineers lost contact with the craft about 10 minutes into its journey. This marks the company’s second attempt at sending a Starship on a near-orbital trip, a…

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World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Violence - 18 November.

The United Nations has designated November 18 as the “World Day for the Prevention of and Healing from Child Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Violence.” This day serves as a global initiative to address the pervasive issue of child sexual exploitation, abuse, and violence th…

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International Students Day - 17 November.

International Students’ Day 2023, observed worldwide on Friday, November 17, is a special occasion that acknowledges the resilience and contributions of students globally. This celebration is particularly significant for those studying abroad, facing the challenges of navig…

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Pedro Sanchez re-elected as Spanish Prime Minister.

In a closely contested parliamentary election, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has secured a second term, navigating the political landscape with a razor-thin majority. The focal point of this victory is an amnesty deal for Catalonian separatists, a move that has polar…

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World Prematurity Day - 17 November.

World Prematurity Day on 17 November is one of the most important days in the year to raise awareness of the challenges and burden of preterm birth globally.  The day was initiated by EFCNI and partnering European parent organisations in 2008. The international co-founders L…

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International Day for Tolerance - 16 November.

International Day for Tolerance is observed on November 16 every year with an aim to build tolerance among diverse cultures and spread the message that tolerance is an integral part of society. The day is specifically recognized to educate people about the harmful consequen…

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Virat Kohli breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s ODI record.

Kohli reached the milestone on 106 balls, hitting eight fours and two sixes in the first knockout match of the tournament. India were 71-1 when he arrived in the middle after captain Rohit Sharma’s dismissal. Kohli celebrated his 35th birthday by scoring his 49th century, whi…

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