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Billionaire Elon Musk has expressed his congratulations to SpaceX and NASA for successfully bringing home two astronauts who were stranded at the International Space Station (ISS) for around nine months. Musk praised the hard work of both teams during an interview, stating, “Thanks to the excellent work of the SpaceX team working with NASA, the astronauts are now safely home.” The astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, were initially meant to spend only one week at the ISS. However, due to technical issues with their spacecraft, they were unable to return to Earth for an extended period. Their long stay…

Tesla has been excluded from this week’s Vancouver International Auto Show due to concerns about safety, as announced by the event’s executive director. Eric Nicholl stated that the decision was made primarily to ensure the well-being of workers, attendees, and exhibitors at the show. Nicholl mentioned that Tesla was given several chances to withdraw voluntarily. He emphasized that this choice aims to allow everyone involved to focus on experiencing the many positive aspects of the event. The auto show, which takes place at the Vancouver Convention Centre, kicks off on Wednesday and runs through Sunday. This decision follows a series…

Josh Cavallo, a midfielder for Adelaide United, has become a notable figure in the sports world as the first openly gay soccer player. Since publicly coming out in October 2021, he has faced significant challenges. In a recent episode of the podcast “Footballers Unfiltered” with Joe Hart, Cavallo revealed that he receives numerous death threats on a daily basis. At just 25 years old, Cavallo spoke candidly about the toxic environment in professional football for LGBTQ+ individuals. He expressed that while more players might consider coming out, there is still a long way to go before true acceptance becomes widespread…

DAYTON, Ohio — RJ Davis and his fellow North Carolina players certainly showed that they deserved their spot in the NCAA Tournament on Tuesday night. Davis excelled with 26 points, hitting every one of his six attempts from beyond the arc, leading the Tar Heels to a commanding 95-68 victory over San Diego State in their First Four matchup. The selection of UNC for the tournament had raised eyebrows, but they played with determination to silence their critics. “We know we deserved to be here,” said junior guard Seth Trimble, reflecting the confidence of his team. Coach Hubert Davis emphasized…

Auburn University recently found itself in a surprising position as the No. 1 seed in the NCAA basketball tournament, despite entering the event with some doubts due to recent performance. After a challenging end to the season, where they lost three out of their last four games, many expected the team to miss out on the top seed. Historically, no team has won a national championship after losing this many games right before the tournament. Nonetheless, the Tigers will kick off their tournament journey against Alabama State, a team that recently pulled off an exciting win against St. Francis, clinching…

In a significant move aimed at curbing fraudulent claims, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced stricter identity verification procedures. Starting March 31, millions of recipients and new applicants will need to visit field offices in person to confirm their identities, rather than being able to handle this over the phone. This change affects both new applicants and current beneficiaries wishing to update their direct deposit details. Critics, especially advocates for retirees, express concern that this new requirement could be particularly burdensome for older Americans, especially those living in rural areas. Many of these individuals face challenges such as disabilities,…

A woman has been charged with second-degree murder regarding the death of Adan Manzano, a Telemundo sports reporter, according to Louisiana officials on March 18. Danette Colbert, 48, is accused in the incident that led to the untimely passing of the 27-year-old reporter, as stated by Kenner Police Chief Keith Conley. Manzano, who was in New Orleans for the Super Bowl, died on February 5. Shortly after his death, Colbert was charged with fraud and theft for allegedly using Manzano’s credit card without permission. Surveillance footage showed Colbert leaving Manzano’s hotel alone shortly after they arrived together on the night…

Agents from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE) recently carried out a significant operation in Kentucky, resulting in the arrest of 81 individuals suspected of being in the country illegally. This initiative, known as “Operation Take Back America,” is part of a broader effort under President Donald Trump’s administration to strengthen immigration enforcement. In a statement released on Tuesday, ICE revealed that out of those arrested, 25 individuals face criminal charges, including serious offenses such as sexual misconduct with minors, drug trafficking, and domestic violence. Notably, one individual had been deported multiple times—an alarming fact that brings to light…

A California-based pet food company, Savage Pet, has issued a recall for its raw chicken products due to concerns regarding bird flu. The recall comes after the virus was linked to illnesses in two cats and suspected in a third cat in New York City. This recent recall adds to a troubling pattern of bird flu cases affecting both pets and wildlife across various states. The virus has already impacted poultry and dairy herds in the U.S., resulting in the illness and, unfortunately, the deaths of some pets. So far, there have been at least 70 reported cases of human…

Angel Reese, the standout star from the WNBA, recently took to social media to voice her thoughts about player salaries while celebrating her team’s triumph in the inaugural Unrivaled championship. Reese and her team, the Rose basketball club, secured the title by defeating the Vinyl with a score of 62-54. Each player, including Reese, earned a bonus of $50,000 for their victory. In her celebratory posts on X, Reese made light of the league’s pay structure. She stressed the importance of the bonus to her current situation, mentioning that the $50,000 she earned was significant given her rookie contract. When…