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The Gaza Health Ministry reported that Israel's military offensive on Gaza since October 7 has resulted in 34,943 Palestinians killed and 78,572 injured, according to Reuters.

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May 10, 2024 | 4:17 pm

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Hamas has announced that Israel's rejection of mediators' proposal has reset progress in their negotiations, potentially impacting geopolitical stability in the region.

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May 10, 2024 | 4:12 pm

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The Pentagon has ordered the withdrawal of all 1,000 U.S. combat troops from Niger, impacting the Biden administration's counter-terrorism and anti-Russian influence efforts in West Africa. This decision follows Niger's military junta revoking its military cooperation with the U.S., despite ongoing negotiations for a possible partial stay of American forces. The withdrawal timeline is subject to change, with congressional negotiations still in progress.

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May 10, 2024 | 3:51 pm

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ValveTech, a NASA contractor, has warned against the imminent launch of Boeing's Starliner rocket due to safety concerns related to a valve issue. The warning follows a scrubbed launch on May 6 due to the same issue. ValveTech's concerns also extend to a legal dispute where Boeing was found to have used a valve from Aerojet Rocketdyne, allegedly breaching non-disclosure agreements and raising questions about the valve's qualifications.

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May 10, 2024 | 3:33 pm

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Climate protesters attempted to break into Tesla's factory in Germany, leading to multiple arrests. The incident highlights the ongoing tension between environmental activists and the electric vehicle manufacturer.

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May 10, 2024 | 2:43 pm

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Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, highlighted the Federal Reserve as a prime target for state-sponsored hackers, emphasizing the significant threat of cyber-attacks on the institution.

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May 10, 2024 | 2:20 pm

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The Israeli Security Cabinet has approved a 'measured expansion' of the IDF's operation in Rafah, as reported by Axios. This decision could potentially escalate tensions in the region and may have implications for companies and ETFs with exposure to the Middle East or defense sectors.

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May 10, 2024 | 1:28 pm

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The House Committee on Homeland Security has summoned Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) President Brad Smith to testify on cybersecurity following recent U.S. government email hacks. The hearing, set for May 22 in Washington, aims to address breaches involving high-ranking officials' email accounts. Microsoft, facing scrutiny over its cybersecurity measures, has made operational adjustments and tied executive pay to anti-hacking milestones. Despite these efforts, a report criticized Microsoft's security practices, prompting a major strategy overhaul.

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May 10, 2024 | 6:16 am

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The price of Toncoin (TON) has surged, attracting attention from scammers who have stolen $140,000 worth of TON tokens. An address with a criminal history swindled 22,000 TON tokens from users by tricking them into clicking phishing links promising USDT transfers. Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky also reported a sophisticated phishing operation targeting TON holders. Despite these scams, Toncoin's price has soared 185% year-to-date, supported by Telegram's backing and its growing utility within the Telegram ecosystem.

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May 10, 2024 | 5:21 am

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The SEC is investigating Boeing's safety claims following a panel's dismissal of concerns regarding one of its planes, as reported by Bloomberg. This probe highlights regulatory scrutiny on Boeing's practices and raises questions about the transparency and reliability of its safety assertions.

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May 09, 2024 | 7:44 pm