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HBO cyberattack is seven times worse than 2014 Sony hack
HBO cyberattack is seven times worse than 2014 Sony hack
The recent HBO hack may have exposed up to 1.5 terabytes of data-7 times what Sony lost in the 2014 cyberattack. Up to now, the script of an upcoming episode of  Game of Thrones and episodes of other popular HBO series have been released by the hackers. But thats far less than the total amount of data that has been hacked. The motivations of this cyberattack are still unclear. The hackers might still release potentially damaging data for HBO and its investors.
Aug 3, 2017
Do shark attacks deter tourism?
Do shark attacks deter tourism?
Since 2007, there have been 542 incidents of shark attacks, resulted in 460 injuries. However, director of Florida Program for Shark Research George Burgess thinks tourists should not feel threatened or discouraged about going into the sea. On the other hand, Burgess thinks that humans are the real attackers in the relationship.
Aug 3, 2017
Do shark attacks deter tourism?
Do shark attacks deter tourism?
Since 2007, there have been 542 incidents of shark attacks, resulted in 460 injuries. However, director of Florida Program for Shark Research George Burgess thinks tourists should not feel threatened or discouraged about going into the sea. On the other hand, Burgess thinks that humans are the real attackers in the relationship.
Aug 3, 2017
Duke of Edinburgh attends his final royal engagement
Duke of Edinburgh attends his final royal engagement
The Duke of Edinburgh appeared outside Buckingham Palace on 2 July for his last solo official engagement as a member of the Royal Family. The Duke, who turned 96 earlier this year, attended a parade in honour of Royal Marines who had been taking part in the Royal Marine Challenge.
Aug 3, 2017
Kim Jong Un is a son of a b**** with a chubby face, says Philippine President Duterte
Kim Jong Un is a son of a b**** with a chubby face, says Philippine President Duterte
Philippine President Rodrigo Dutertes latest controversial remarks target the North Korean regime, and they come just a few days ahead of his hosting a meeting of foreign diplomats at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Regional Forum. In his typical colorful rhetoric, Duterte professed his hatred for war and described North Korean ruler Kim Jong Un as a fool and a son of a b**** who is playing with dangerous toys.
Aug 3, 2017
U.S. test-launches ICBM amid North Korea tensions
U.S. test-launches ICBM amid North Korea tensions
The U.S. military successfully test-launched an Intercontinental-Ballistic Missile from California, just days after North Koreas second test of their own ICBM. The Air Force claimed that the action is not a response to North Koreas recent test launch, but to demonstrate U.S. nuclear enterprise is safe, secure and effective, and ready to deter, detect and defend attacks against the U.S. and its allies.
Aug 3, 2017
Brave unarmed police officers chase machete-wielding man
Brave unarmed police officers chase machete-wielding man
West Midlands Police has praised two plain clothed police officers who chased down a machete-wielding man in Birmingham on 13 September, 2016. Footage uploaded to West Midlands Police YouTube account on 2 August shows a man brandishing a two-foot long blade and approaching the two police officers. Police state that the man wielding the machete was a 20-year-old who shouted at the pair come on Ill chop you up. In the caption of the video, police confirm that the man was successfully wrestled to the ground and the machete was seized.Both officers received a commendation from West Midlands Polices Chief Constable – and the man was later detained indefinitely in a mental health facility.
Aug 2, 2017
What is fentanyl, the opioid drug 50 times stronger than heroin?
What is fentanyl, the opioid drug 50 times stronger than heroin?
Fentanyl is an extremely potent synthetic opioid, typically used as a painkiller. However, in recent years it has been mixed with heroin and other street opioids, leading to an increase in overdoses across the world. Fentanyl is 100 times stronger than street heroin, with some variants such as Carfentanyl thought to be 10,000 times stronger.
Aug 2, 2017
Vladimir Putin is building a bridge to Crimea
Vladimir Putin is building a bridge to Crimea
Following Russias annexation of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014 the country has now designed the first road link with the peninsula which will begin to be constructed in 2018.
Aug 2, 2017
Islamic State fighter threatens new Pharaoh Donald Trump
Islamic State fighter threatens new Pharaoh Donald Trump
An Islamic State fighter with a British accent issued a threat to US President Donald Trump in a new video by the militant groups propaganda bureau in Raqqa. The video released by The Islamic States Raqqah Province shows a number of IS fighters engaged in operations against US-backed forces in Raqqa.
Aug 2, 2017
Venezuelan opposition leader pre-recorded video released after his arrest
Venezuelan opposition leader pre-recorded video released after his arrest
Venezuelan opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez urged his supporters to keep up the fight against President Nicolas Maduro in a video message posted hours after his arrest in a raid on his home on Tuesday, August 1.Lopez had been under house arrest at his home in Caracas, where he says he recorded this video on July 17 in anticipation of possibly being taken to prison.Lopez confirmed in a video sent to his Twitter followers, that his wife, Lilian Tintori and amp;#39;s pregnancy was another reason to fight for Venezuela and added it was the best news he had received in the last three and a half years. Lopez was granted house arrest in July following three years in prison for his role in anti-government street protests in 2014.Government opponents called the abrupt removal of the men from their homes by security forces in nighttime raids a sign of Venezuela and amp;#39;s President Nicolas Maduro and amp;#39;s determination to silence rivals and stamp out four months of massive street protests against him.
Aug 2, 2017
Unbeatable Usain Bolt speaks about his legacy and future
Unbeatable Usain Bolt speaks about his legacy and future
Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt said he wants to be remembered as the man who was unbeatable and unstoppable after he retires following the upcoming IAAF World Championships in London. Bolt said it will be hard to move on and no longer have the rush of competition but he added that he plans on remaining in the sport by flying all over the world to inspire young athletes. The Jamaican also joked he could take up a football career and is waiting for Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho to sign him up
Aug 2, 2017
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