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President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu

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In regards to the conflict in Gaza, which contentious issue has caused a rift between President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu?

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Which movie received the most nominations at the upcoming 81st Golden Globe Awards?

The 81st Golden Globe Awards nominations have been announced, and the movie "Barbie" has emerged as the frontrunner with the most nominations. The awards underwent a reorganization after an ethics and diversity scandal, and the voting pool has now been expanded to about 300 journalists from around the world.

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To help provide the team with additional salary cap flexibility, what unusual move did Shohei Ohtani agree to in his $700M contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers?

Shohei Ohtani's proposal to defer $68 million of his $70 million annual salary until after his contract completion is unprecedented in professional baseball. The deferred money is to be paid out without interest from 2034 to 2043.

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Why is world famous K-pop band BTS not performing for the public for at least a year and a half?

All seven members of the K-pop band BTS have begun their mandatory military service in South Korea. As per South Korean law, all able-bodied men between the ages of 18 and 28 are required to serve in the military for approximately 18 months.

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What is the name of McDonald's new space-themed spin-off restaurant, which offers a unique menu focused on drinks and a small selection of food items?

The first CosMc's opened in Bolingbrook, Illinois, with drive-through lines extending for over a mile. CosMc's does not offer staples like french fries or Big Macs. Instead, it offers items like berry energy drinks, lattes, cappuccinos, and donuts with fillings.