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Osama Bin Laden’s ‘Letter to America’ Goes Viral: Netizens Show Sympathy

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Osama Bin Laden's 'Letter to America' Goes Viral: Netizens Show Sympathy

Osama bin Laden’s “Letter to America” gained popularity and became popular on TikTok. Moreover, it gained the young mass’s sympathy. Thus, the article has been taken down by the Guardian from its website. The Guardian’s explanations state that, the website page previously showcased a full text of the letter in English translation. It was reported in the Observer on November 24, 2002. The document was removed from the Guardian’s website on November 15, 2023.

Osama bin Laden’s “Letter to America” Goes Viral, What It Says

A 2-decade-old 4000-word long letter titled “Letter to America” by Osama bin has gained traction and has gone viral on various social media platforms like Reddit, TikTok, and Twitter.

As per The Guardian, the primary reason behind removing the letter written by Osama bin Laden was that it was spreading like fire on social media, without the full context. The Guardian removed it and expects from the people that they should check the original news article that explains everything properly.

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Osama Bin Laden Letter To America

The letter was written a year after the heinous terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. The attack took the lives of 3,000 people in the U.S. In the Letter To America, Osama Bin Laden sought to answer a few questions by addressing the American people. The questions include, “What are we calling you to, and what do we want from you?,” and “Why are we fighting and opposing you?.”

Osama Bin’s letter also included homophobic rhetoric and antisemitic language. The letter raised accusations of America for aiding the oppression of Palestinian people and supporting the ill motive of Israel. Bin Laden in his letter went against the interventions of the U.S. in Lebanon, Chechnya, Kashmir, Somalia, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

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Reactions of Netizens

Numerous TikTok users who are young showed their sympathy for the words of Osama bin Laden in the letter. They encouraged other people to read it by recording videos and expressing support.

A Twitter user wrote, “This morning, I read Osama bin Laden’s “Letter to America,” where he explains why he attacked Americans. I’m ashamed to admit I didn’t know about this letter before. It’s quite eye-opening, and I recommend everyone read it. But, I must say, it left me feeling disillusioned.”

In another video, a user from TikTok shared his words after he was finished writing the letter. He mentioned how the letter changed his perspectives towards life and his country. Moreover, he urged other people to read it and work to challenge the existential crisis the majority of the masses are facing.

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Bank of America Associate Dies with Acute Coronary Artery Thrombus

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Bank of America Associate Dies with Acute Coronary Artery Thrombus

Bank of America (BAC. N) announced on Monday that an investment banker at the organization met his/her ultimate demise. 

While the netizens are searching and speculating about the reason behind a Bank of America employee’s death, it is unveiled that the deceased passed away of natural causes, reported Reuters.

The details were confirmed by the Chief Medical Examiner of the New York Office when he was asked about decoding the possible reasons for the employees’ deaths. An email from the New York Office confirmed this. 

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The organization announced that the person “died of acute coronary artery thrombus.” The alleged disease “causes the formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel of the heart.”

In the wake of this, the employer organization, Bank of America, announced that it would extend support to the deceased’s family. It further added, “our focus is on doing whatever we can to support the family and our team, who are devastated.”

Identity of the Individual 

Until now, Bank of America hasn’t disclosed the individual’s identity, age or name. 

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Even the deceased’s relatives have not shared the identity of the person, while they continue to grieve about his/her death.

The deceased employee was an important part of the FIG or financial institutions group. The work of FIG is to provide advices to bank clients regarding deals. 

A source familiar with the deceased employee of Bank of America revealed that the employee was to also be “a former member of the U.S. Green Beret special forces.”

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As per another person associated with this matter, the Bank of America employee met his/her ultimate demise on Thursday. 

According to Nairametrics, this tragic death incident follows certain complaints by junior banking colleagues. The complaints comprise working hours of employees being more than 100 hours a week during 2020 and beyond.

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New-Age Cheating Explained as IB Paper Leak Got 45K+ Downloads 

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New-Age Cheating Explained as IB Paper Leak Got 45K+ Downloads 

New-age cheating has currently dominated the of media headlines and social media platforms.

In this, students who sat for Class XII board exams for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) reportedly learned the question in on a Mathematics paper.

Later, they shared the questions online on social media. Moreover, they assisted students in different time zones who were yet to sit for the exam. 

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According to TOI, on May 1 and 2, the Math exam for two hours was conducted. However, reportedly on May 3, paper leaked news was discovered. 

These annual exams are conducted by IB in three time zones. 

IB has acknowledged the question leak situation due to difference in time zones. However, the country of origin of the leak hasn’t been made public yet. 

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Reportedly, principals in Mumbai alleged that the part was leaked from Turkey. 

Due to the time zone difference, the paper leak is more likely to benefit students in the Americas, Europe, Singapore, and Hong Kong. Moreover, it is less likely to benefit Indian students. 

The highlights of the report added that this is probably the first instance of a paper leak. The Switzerland-based board witnessed this scenario for the first time in its 55-year history, adds FirstPost.

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On Sunday, IB stated that there was no concrete evidence of the spread of the “time zone cheating.” However, they did discover a number of students who were involved in the practice. 

SCMP reported that “the materials were downloaded more than 45,000 times.”

What is the International Baccalaureate (IB)?

International Baccalaureate (IB) is a Switzerland-based board for providing education to students. It was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. 

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Its curriculum is divided into 4 programmes for students from 3–19 years. 

1. Primary Years Programme (3-12 years)

2. Middle Years Programme (11-16 years)

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3. Diploma Programme (16-19 years)

4. Career-Related Programme (16-19 years)

India has a total of 210 IB World schools. Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Mumbai and New Delhi have the larger concentrations of schools in India.

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North Braddock Church Shooting: Bernard Polite Threatened Pastor, Got Arrested

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North Braddock Church Shooting: Bernard Polite Threatened Pastor, Got Arrested

A church service in North Braddock, Pennsylvania was agitatedly disturbed on Sunday. 

A 26-year-old man, who was identified as Bernard Polite, is said to be behind the shooting that took place at Jesus’ Dwelling Place Church. 

Bernard Polite allegedly brandished a firearm during his sermon targeting Pastor Glenn Germany. 

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The shooting incident at North Braddock Church occurred shortly after 1 p.m.  NBC reported that Pennsylvania State Police charged the 26-year-old. 

Video Footage Obtained 

A video clip was obtained by the church’s deacon. Pastor Glenn Germany shared the footage online. In the clip, an alarming moment can be spotted when “the pastor was confronted by Polite, with the firearm visibly aimed in his direction.”

Pastor Germany said, “I was like, this is not happening” to CBS

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In the video, Deacon Clarence McCallister could also be spotted rushing towards the 26-year-old and throwing him to the ground. Deacon revealed that it was his stimulus that worked, as his mind reacted promptly to the pandemonium. 

Prior to this shooting incident, congregants had accumulated at the Jesus’ Dwelling Place Church to participate in the religious proceedings. Pastor Glenn Germany was guiding everyone. 

However, the peace of the surroundings broke out when police entered the church wielding a firearm with alleged intent.

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The attack on Pastor Glenn Germany is a lesson for the world to understand the importance of having strong security measures at in church. The safety of parishioners and clergy personnel should not be avoided at any cost. 

Many houses of worship are equipped with increased security. However, prompt readiness and alertness needs to be emphasized. 

According to TimesNow, congregations and religious leaders were advised by the authorities to continue being proactive and watchful while resolving any potential threats approaching.

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