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global temperatures were more than 1.5 degrees Celsius warmer than pre-industrial levels for 12 consecutive months. From February 2023 to January 2024, average temperatures were 1.52 degrees Celsius — converted, the equivalent of 2.73 degrees Fahrenheit — warmer than between 1850 and 1900. That's when humans started warming the planet by burning fossil fuels and pumping greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. This came as the planet experienced its hottest January on record, according to the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S).

John Carpenter return this year with 'Escape from New York' sequel 'Escape from Earth'? The rumor began doing the rounds in a big way after a fan-made poster for an alleged movie titled 'Escape from Earth' was posted on a Facebook page. It has gone viral across the internet. 'Escape from New York' and 'Escape from L.A.'s Kurt Russell have been shown in the poster. He has been shown in his iconic role of Snake Plissken, complete with a leather jacket and eye patch, as he stands in front of an image of the Earth under the film's title card.

UFC 297 is taking place today as Sean Strickland is all set to take on Dricus du Plessis in the UFC middleweight title. UFC 297 will be aired as pay-per-view and in the US the event can be seen ESPN+, and ESPN PPV. UFC 297 will start at 6 pm (ET) on Saturday, January 20. Prelims will start at 8 pm (ET) and main card is likely to commence 10 pm (ET) at Scotiabank Arena.

A Texas-based advisor who managed $160 million in client assets at Edward Jones has joined Raymond James Financial Services, the firm’s independent advisor channel, the firm announced Tuesday.

Fujitsu, the company whose faulty computer accounting system resulted in the wrongful conviction of hundreds of Post Office branch managers across the U.K., has apologized to the victims for its role in the country’s biggest ever miscarriage of justice...

Everton will take on Fulham at a time when they are full of confidence and optimism after defeating Burnley with two goals and a clean sheet in the Premier League. Now Dyche’s men will clash with Fulham in the EFL Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday. On the other hand, Fulham didn’t have a happy ending against Newcastle. Even the start at St James’ Park was troublesome. In the 22nd minute, Raul Jiménez was sent off. That meant Fulham had to play the remaining game against the Magpies with just 10 men. They will once again on the road, this time for a trip to Goodison Park.

HPS Investment Partners, the private credit firm carved out of JPMorgan Chase & Co. in 2016, confidentially filed for an initial public offering, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

By Yuka Obayashi and Muyu Xu

Nominee's Background: Adeel A. Mangi, currently a partner at the law firm Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP, has an extensive legal background.

By Paul Carsten

Australian police have charged Erin Patterson, 49, with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder.The case gained international attention this summer after police said the four diners’ symptoms were consistent with poisoning by death cap mushrooms.Erin’s guests included her former husband’s parents Gail and Don Patterson, both aged 70, Gail Patterson’s sister Heather Wilkinson, 66, and her husband Ian Wilkinson, 68. Ian was the only guest to survive.Erin is additionally accused of trying to murder her former husband, Simon Patterson, who was not present at the lunch that day.Police allege that Erin’s husband became ill following three separate meals between 2021 and 2022.

WASHINGTON—President Biden reiterated his staunch support for Israel in the wake of attacks by Hamas militants during a visit to Tel Aviv on Wednesday. But back in the U.S., he’s faced criticism from progressives, Muslims and Arab-Americans, who say his sympathy for lost Palestinian lives and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is too little too late. “I’ll vote for him.

Hopes that oil supply might ease a bit next year, and inflationary pressures with it, are fading after Saturday’s shock attack on Israel. On Monday, Brent crude futures rose about 4% to $88 a barrel as traders sized up the potential impact on global supply of a new war in the Middle East. Neither Israel or Palestine are major oil producers, so there isn’t an immediate effect.

Erin Patterson. Three people, including Wilkinson's wife, died after the meal. Erin Patterson said that it was an accident and she had no reason to harm his relatives, whom she had invited for lunch. She too fell sick and was admitted to a hospital. The police believe that the food contained death cap mushrooms, which are lethal if consumed. Patterson is not facing charges.

Salesforce has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Airkit.ai, a creator of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered customer service applications and experiences — to expand AI capabilities. Following the acquisition, Airkit.ai will become a subsidiary of Service Cloud and will be led by Adam Evans, Co-Founder and CTO of Airkit.ai.

By Nandita Bose

NFL season kicks off, fans and fantasy football managers are eagerly awaiting the first week's action. However, injuries can quickly change the landscape of a game or a fantasy lineup. In this injury update, there is a comprehensive overview of the status of key players for Week 1. Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals): Burrow is set to start in Week 1 after recovering from an offseason elbow injury.

Both jobseekers and policymakers can take solace in the current state of the U.S. job market, according to labor economists.

The Outsiders,' and Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 film will have previews starting March 16, 2024, at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. The official opening night is set for April 11, 2024.Angelina Jolie joins the production as a lead producer, along with American Zoetrope, Olympus Theatricals, The Araca Group, and Sue Gilad & Larry Rogowsky. Casting details will be revealed later, and tickets for the general public go on sale on November 1. The musical is written by Adam Rapp with Justin Levine, and the music and lyrics are by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and Justin Levine. Danya Taymor is directing it. The story unfolds in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1967, focusing on the lives of teenagers Ponyboy Curtis and Johnny Cade, and their chosen 'outsider' family, exploring the divide between the privileged and the less fortunate. Co-producers include The Shubert Organization, Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures, Sony Masterworks, James L. Nederlander, Stephen Lindsay & Brett Sirota, Sue Marks, Indelible InK, Green Leaf Partnership, Belle Productions, Michael & Elizabeth Venuti, Deborah & Dave Smith, Mike & Molly Schroeder, Chas & Jen Grossman, Jennifer & Jonathan Allan Soros, Tanninger Entertainment, Tamlyn Shusterman, ATx Random, Paul Liljenquist, Bob & Claire Patterson, Scott Stanton & Carrie Clark, Wendy Gillespie/Karen Tanz, John Gore Organization, Betsy Dollinger, Tima Productions (LaChanze & Marylee Fairbanks), Playhouse Square, Geffen Playhouse/Howard Tenenbaum/Linda B. Rubin Prods, Margot Astrachan, Rose Maxi, Toni R. Israel, and Cornice Productions. 'The Outsiders' had its world premiere in March 2023 at La Jolla Playhouse.

By Natalie Grover

Australia. Shockingly, within a week, three of them passed away, another fought for their life, and the fifth person is being investigated for a potential connection to the use of poisonous wild mushrooms in the meal. The woman, aged 48, who prepared the lunch, insists she has no knowledge of what happened and emphasizes her love for her family, denying any intention to harm them. This puzzling case has gained national attention, left the local police perplexed, and left the closely-knit community in shock.