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The world is a very busy place, and it’s hard to stay on top of everything. Infoplease has got you covered. Here are the world news events you need to know so far for August 2018:
Apple Now Worth $1 Trillion
Apple Now Worth $1 Trillion
On August 2, it was announced that Apple is now worth more than $1 trillion. Apple is the first American company to do so. (CNN)
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NASA to Launch Mission to Sun
NASA to Launch Mission to Sun
On August 12, NASA launched its mission to send a satellite closer to the sun. The Parker Solar Probe is meant to provide answers to the mysteries about the sun. (BBC)
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Apple Reassures Customers
Apple Reassures Customers
On August 16, Apple reassured its customers that no data was compromised after it was reported that an Australian teen hacked the system. The 16 year old boy was able to download 90 GB of data and secure files over the course of a year. He has pleaded guilty to the charges. (Reuters)
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November 2018 Current Events: Science & Technology News
- November 2018 Current Events: Science & Technology News
TrendingHere are the facts and trivia that people are buzzing about.
Did Birds Evolve from Dinosaurs?
The Twelve Dancing Princesses
Current Events This Week: January 2023
African Americans by the Numbers
Andersen’s Fairy Tales: Contents
The Celtic Twilight: A Teller of Tales
TrendingHere are the facts and trivia that people are buzzing about.
Did Birds Evolve from Dinosaurs?
The Twelve Dancing Princesses
Current Events This Week: January 2023
African Americans by the Numbers
Andersen’s Fairy Tales: Contents
The Celtic Twilight: A Teller of Tales
- Did Birds Evolve from Dinosaurs?
- The Twelve Dancing Princesses
- Current Events This Week: January 2023
- African Americans by the Numbers
- Andersen’s Fairy Tales: Contents
- The Celtic Twilight: A Teller of Tales
