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Taiwan Rocked by Back-to-Back Earthquakes — What We Know So Far

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On the evening of June 10, 2025, Taiwan was shaken by a pair of strong earthquakes that have drawn international attention. According to reports from the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the first tremor registered at a magnitude of 5.9 , while shortly afterward, a more powerful 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the island's eastern coast. The tremors were felt widely across the island, with residents in cities such as Taipei and Hualien reporting intense shaking that lasted several seconds. While the full extent of the damage is still being assessed, early reports suggest localized infrastructure disruption and precautionary evacuations in coastal and mountainous areas. Global seismic monitoring agencies, including the EMSC and USGS, quickly issued statements confirming the epicenter and magnitude, and social media lit up with real-time footage showing swaying buildings and panicked citizens seeking shelter. This seismic activity comes just months after Taiwan ex...

Why Is Elon Musk Against the Bill?

Why Is Elon Musk Against the Bill? In recent weeks, a political storm has been brewing online as Elon Musk, the outspoken CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, voiced his strong opposition to a new bill being proposed in the U.S. Congress. But what is this bill, and why is Musk so firmly against it? 1. The Core of the Controversy The bill in question is focused on increasing government oversight over social media platforms and AI development. It includes provisions that would require platforms like X (formerly Twitter, now owned by Musk) to comply with stricter content moderation rules. It also outlines regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, which Musk believes could stifle innovation. 2. Musk’s Key Arguments Free Speech Concerns: Musk argues that the bill poses a threat to free expression, particularly on platforms that prioritize open discourse. Overregulation of Tech: He believes that heavy-handed regulations could hinder the rapid...