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Tragically, only one passenger has survived after a plane heading for Gatwick Airport crashed shortly after take-off in India. The Air India aircraft, which took off from Ahmedabad airport in Gujarat state, was carrying over 240 individuals. Here is what we know so far about this devastating incident. What Happened? The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed in a residential area known as Meghani Nagar shortly after taking off, as confirmed by Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, the director general of the Directorate of Civil Aviation. A…

Eight years back, two concerned pastors took a stand against Coca-Cola, arguably the country's most cherished soda company. Their lawsuit also targeted the American Beverage Association, accusing them of "deceptive marketing, labeling, and sale of Coca-Cola's sugar-sweetened beverages." This complaint, filed in Washington, DC, suggested that Coca-Cola was well aware of the science connecting sugar-laden drinks to chronic diseases. Yet, through masterful PR campaigns, they managed to appeal to consumers and…

A trio of fascinating new marine species has recently been unearthed within the extraordinary waters of South Africa, influenced by the intricate dance of the Benguela and Agulhas currents. These discoveries include the charming "walking sponge" (Suberites ambulodomos), a minuscule clam (Brachiomya ducentiunus), and an elusive parasitic isopod (Pseudionella pumulaensis). Jannes Landschoff provided these insights in an article for The Conversation Africa. Though these organisms may be diminutive, their impact on marine…

A Journey to Discover My True Identity Linda Ewack always felt a disconnect growing up on a reserve. It was only after a revelatory DNA test that she uncovered the hidden complexities of her heritage. (Kirk Fraser photo/CBC News) Linda Ewack narrates her personal experience for CBC News' First Person column. For more about these heart-warming stories, kindly visit the FAQ. Imagine this: Growing up in a tight-knit Saskatchewan town, I always felt like a square peg in a round hole. The other kids made sure I never forgot…