Elon Musk revealed a major cyberattack on Twitter, suggesting involvement of a large group or country. Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks, offered assistance in tracing the hackers. Pro-Palestinian group Dark Storm claimed responsibility for the attack, which has links to DDoS tactics. Musk indicated the attack originated from Ukraine.
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In 2025, India will experience two solar eclipses, one in March and another in September. The first event will be a partial eclipse, while the second will showcase a mesmerizing 'Ring of Fire'. Scientists and space enthusiasts prepare for these cosmic occurrences, while many in India continue to follow traditional rituals and customs during eclipses.
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