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Amidst increasing interest from the Department of Defense, the Pentagon has confirmed its first contract with Elon Musk’s SpaceX, granting them the exclusive rights to develop the Starshield network. This military-specific version of SpaceX’s popular Starlink satellite internet system is set to revolutionize national security measures. With a maximum value of $70 million, the one-year
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McDonald’s, the global fast-food giant, recently announced a significant change in its royalty fees for franchisees. Starting January 1st, the fees will increase from 4% to 5%, marking the first adjustment in nearly three decades. This change will not affect existing franchisees who are maintaining their current footprint or acquiring a franchised location from another
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has openly embraced accusations of “sportswashing” as a means to rehabilitate Saudi Arabia’s image on the global stage. In a recent interview with Fox News, the crown prince expressed his willingness to continue using sportswashing tactics if it meant boosting the country’s GDP by 1% or more. Despite criticism
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The release of the latest round of Covid vaccines in the United States has encountered significant obstacles as patients report delays in health insurance coverage for the shots. This development has thrown a wrench into the vaccination rollout, causing confusion amongst insured patients and raising questions about the accessibility of the vaccines. Despite assurances from
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Disney, a renowned entertainment giant, is considering selling ABC and its owned affiliates, linear cable networks, and a minority stake in ESPN. Unlike most sellers motivated by financial gains, Disney’s primary drive is to reposition itself as a modern media company and signal to investors that the time for traditional TV is over. With a
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In a historic move, the United Auto Workers (UAW) labor union has initiated targeted strikes against the three major Detroit automakers. The strikes, which began early Friday morning, have impacted three key plants responsible for manufacturing popular vehicle models such as the Ford Bronco, Chevrolet Colorado, and Jeep Wrangler. This simultaneous action against all three
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