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Which of the following are included in the $886 billion defense bill passed by the Senate and House?

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What prompted Tesla's recent recall of over two million vehicles this week?

The recall was driven by regulatory concerns about the misuse of Tesla's Autopilot system. Despite Tesla's claim that Autopilot makes its cars safer, regulators worry that drivers are becoming distracted when using it on local roads, leading to accidents.

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In an effort to minimize civilian casualties, the Biden administration is urging Israel to to a more focused approach in Gaza. What is the proposed strategy?

The Biden administration has proposed a new phase in the war against Hamas, which involves smaller groups of elite forces carrying out more precise missions. This approach is aimed at reducing civilian casualties but the U.S. and Israel have differing timelines for implementing this.

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Which iconic character, first introduced in the 1928 short film "Steamboat Willie," will see its earliest form enter the public domain in 2024?

In 2024, Mickey Mouse's earliest form from the 1928 short film "Steamboat Willie" will enter the public domain after the expiration of its 95-year copyright term. Modern versions of the character will remain under Disney's copyright protection.

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Which NBA player for the Golden State Warriors has been suspended indefinitely due to his third ejection of the season?

Draymond Green was suspended indefinitely. This was due to an incident where he struck Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic during a game. The suspension will start immediately and Green must meet certain conditions set by the league and team before he can return to play.