Articles for 8 April

The US state where you could ski under the eclipse
8 months, 1 week ago

The US state where you could ski under the eclipse

BBC  

The US state where you could ski under the eclipse Andy Gagne Photography This composite image is composed from two images, which allows the eclipse to appear larger and lower in the sky On 8 April, the total eclipse was only visible from a handful of ski resorts across the world – including two in Maine. The recent total eclipse …

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Where to watch Quiet on Set in the UK
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Where to watch Quiet on Set in the UK

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the new four-part documentary series Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV, former show …

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How the upcoming solar eclipse could cast a shadow on cell services in the US
8 months, 3 weeks ago

How the upcoming solar eclipse could cast a shadow on cell services in the US

Firstpost  

The solar eclipse is days away — it is scheduled for 8 April — and it is expected to draw in large crowds. It’s the day when North America — the United States, Canada and Mexico — will experience its second total solar eclipse in seven years. Before we dive into how the solar eclipse could affect cellular networks, let’s …

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Here's where (and how) to have the best 2024 solar eclipse experience
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Here's where (and how) to have the best 2024 solar eclipse experience

BBC  

Here's where to have the best 2024 solar eclipse experience Getty Images Make the most of this once-in-100-years eclipse event with educational and entertaining travel. "Eclipses in general – the Moon and Sun lining up to create a total solar eclipse – that really does happen about once every 18 months, but they don't always cross the continental US. "So …

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2024's total solar eclipse will be a spectacle in the sky with more viewers than ever
10 months, 2 weeks ago

2024's total solar eclipse will be a spectacle in the sky with more viewers than ever

BBC  

2024's total solar eclipse will be a spectacle in the sky with more viewers than ever Getty Images The 2024 total solar eclipse is being highly anticipated by more than just scientists and eclipse-chasers April's total solar eclipse is being highly anticipated by scientists, eclipse chasers and festival-goers alike. A total solar eclipse – which happens when the moon crosses …

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Easter travel chaos: All the rail, road and flight disruption taking place over the holidays
1 year, 8 months ago

Easter travel chaos: All the rail, road and flight disruption taking place over the holidays

The Independent  

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. French air-traffic controllers – who look after airspace used by tens of thousands of British passengers every day – continue …

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Inflationary surge is a global phenomenon today, but Modi’s India has done much better than others
2 years, 8 months ago

Inflationary surge is a global phenomenon today, but Modi’s India has done much better than others

Firstpost  

Today’s inflationary surge is global in nature and is being felt by most advanced economies, emerging markets and developing economies. Inflation in the US continued to surge to a massive 8.5 per cent in March 2022, after an equally steep rise of 7.9 per cent and 7.5 per cent in February and January 2022 respectively. Fuel inflation in the US …

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Delhi taxi, cab drivers' unions to observe 2-day chakka jam from 18 April to protest fuel, CNG price hike
2 years, 8 months ago

Delhi taxi, cab drivers' unions to observe 2-day chakka jam from 18 April to protest fuel, CNG price hike

Firstpost  

Delhi drivers’ association and unions have give an ultimatum of six days to government after which they threatened to go on strike In Delhi, people traveling in taxis or want to take cab back home from airport, railway stations must start looking for an alternative mode of public transport. Slash CNG prices or revise fares: Delhi cab, auto drivers protest …

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Israel PM Naftali Bennett gives security agencies 'full freedom' to curb surge in violence after deadly Tel Aviv attack
2 years, 8 months ago

Israel PM Naftali Bennett gives security agencies 'full freedom' to curb surge in violence after deadly Tel Aviv attack

Firstpost  

Israeli police said they shot dead a Palestinian gunman who had opened fire on a street of crowded bars and restaurants, killing three people and wounding more than a dozen others Tel Aviv**, Israel:** Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett gave security agencies “full freedom” on 8 April, 2022, to curb a surge in violence, after a Palestinian gunman killed three …

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Union Budget 2022: Parliament's Budget Session to start from 31 January, full schedule here
2 years, 11 months ago

Union Budget 2022: Parliament's Budget Session to start from 31 January, full schedule here

Firstpost  

The Budget Session in Parliament will be held in two phases — first from 31 January to 11 February and the second from 14 March to 8 April The Budget Session of Parliament will commence on 31 January with the address of the President to both the Houses, and conclude on 8 April. The first part of the session would …

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Kangana Ranaut's spy thriller Dhaakad to now release on 8 April, 2022 in cinemas
3 years, 2 months ago

Kangana Ranaut's spy thriller Dhaakad to now release on 8 April, 2022 in cinemas

Firstpost  

“It’s a deeply stirring subject, and we have made it on a scale that only theatres could do justice to,” says Kangana Ranaut on Dhaakad. Actor Kangana Ranaut’s spy thriller Dhaakad is slated to release theatrically on 8 April, 2022. The film is directed by Razneesh Razy Ghai, who said his intent was to ensure that Dhaakad stood “at par …

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Not Enough Doses to Meet COVID Vaccination Targets, Data Reveals
3 years, 8 months ago

Not Enough Doses to Meet COVID Vaccination Targets, Data Reveals

The Quint  

Nearly three months into India's vaccination drive and one week after the criteria were expanded to include all above the age of 45, at least 10 state governments have reported a shortage of vaccines. Health Minister Rajesh Tope said that as of 8 April, the state has only 1.2 million doses left and requires a supply of four million doses …

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