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Could Wetland Crops Help Wildlife Bounce Back? New Research Says Yes!

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A new study by the University of Cambridge and the RSPB shows that farming on wetter peatlands can benefit...

Nursery Colds: Do They Boost Kids’ Immunity?

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A new paper published in Clinical Microbiology Reviews explores why children often get sick when they start nursery and...

Who actually won? Iran claims victory after Trump’s ceasefire move

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The United States says it has already achieved its main military objectives and is now ready to give diplomacy...

Army Says 31 Saved After Easter Attack, But Locals Disagree

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In Ariko, Kaduna State, gunmen raided a church on Sunday morning. They abducted several civilians during Easter celebrations. The...

Could your weekend drinks be harming your liver?

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Many people think that drinking a little during the week is safe. They assume having several drinks on a...

Easter fun or warning shot? Could Trump’s message signal bigger trouble with Iran?

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On Easter Sunday, Donald Trump kicked off the day posing with a giant bunny, addressing children at the White...
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Why Is the US Sending Deportees to Uganda Instead of Their Home Countries?

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A group of 12 people deported from the United States has arrived in Uganda under a new agreement, but...

What if a few simple changes to the land could double bird survival in damaged forests?

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A new global study shows that adding more trees around broken forest areas can greatly help wildlife survive. Even...

New Hope for Advanced Prostate Cancer: Could This Hormone Patch Be a Game-Changer?

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A new study led by researchers at UCL shows that hormone patches could be as effective as injections for...

What Did Trump Say to Iran About the Blocked Oil Route?

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US President Donald Trump has made a strong and controversial statement on social media, warning Iran to reopen the...

Where Are They? 16 Kenyans Missing After Russian Army Recruitment

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Kenya’s foreign affairs minister has said that 16 Kenyans are currently missing in Russia after joining the country’s army....

Fuel Crisis Could Disrupt South Africa’s Citrus Exports This Season

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South African citrus farmers are starting to worry about fuel problems just as the export season is about to...

Could the US Really Capture Iran’s Key Oil Hub – And What Comes Next?

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US President Donald Trump said that he might take control of Kharg Island by sending troops to Iran's key...

Why Alaska’s Ice Is Vanishing Faster Than Ever – And What It Means for the World

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Sea ice along Alaska’s northern coast is not lasting as long as it used to. Scientists who studied 27...

Can Eating the Same Meals Every Day Help You Lose Weight Faster?

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A study from the American Psychological Association found that people may lose more weight when they eat the same...

Want to Quit Smoking Forever? Nicotine Vapes Outperform Traditional Aids

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A new study led by researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst shows that nicotine e-cigarettes can help adults...

US Government Shutdown Sets Record as Longest in History

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The partial shutdown of the US federal government has now become the longest in American history, reaching 44 days...

South Africa Not Invited to G7: President Cyril Ramaphosa Says He Was Not Surprised

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has responded calmly to reports suggesting that France may have withdrawn his invitation to...

Can Beavers Turn Rivers Into Natural Carbon Traps? New Study Reveals a Surprising Impact

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A new international study published in the journal Communications Earth & Environment has found that beavers can help reduce...

Want Whiter Teeth Without Damage? A New Study Reveals How

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Even if people brush their teeth every day, stains can still appear. This can happen because of genetics. It...

Why Are Oil Prices Falling? Trump Points to Iran Talks

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Oil prices dropped sharply during early trading in Asia after comments by President Donald Trump raised hopes that the...

Ghana’s President Warns in New York: “Is Black History Being Quietly Erased in the U.S.?”

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Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has spoken out against recent actions in the United States that he believes are...

Why Mosquitoes Always Buzz Around Your Head – The Surprising Reason Behind It

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Researchers from Georgia Tech and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology created a model to predict how female mosquitoes fly...

Could a gut health supplement be the secret to easing arthritis pain?

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A new study has found that a prebiotic fibre supplement can reduce pain and improve strength in people with...

How a Combined Approach Can Help Stop Wildfires

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Wildfires are happening more often around the world. They are becoming stronger and last longer. This is because of...

Rapper Afroman Wins Defamation Case, Citing His Right to Free Speech

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Afroman, born Joseph Foreman, is a 51-year-old rapper from Ohio. He's famous for songs like "Because I Got High"...

Viral Festival Videos Shock Nigeria – 15 Arrested in Alleged Assault Case

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Police in Nigeria say they have arrested 15 people after disturbing videos from a community festival in Delta State...

This New Pill Cuts “Bad” Cholesterol by 60%—A Breakthrough That Could Change Heart Health Forever

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A new experimental pill, called enlicitide, has shown the ability to cut “bad” cholesterol, known as low-density lipoprotein (LDL),...

Why Did Pope Leo XIV Break His Silence on War? A Global Call for Peace and Dialogue

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On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV once again called for peace across the world, urging leaders to open honest dialogue...

DR Congo and Rwanda Take Bold Steps to End Growing Tensions After US Talks

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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) and Rwanda have agreed to take practical steps to reduce tensions in...

Feeling Exhausted with Depression? Scientists May Have Found Why

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Depression, also called major depressive disorder, is a common but serious mental health condition. It affects the way a...

Why did America’s top counterterrorism official quit over the Iran war?

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Donald Trump’s top counterterrorism official, Joe Kent, has resigned over the US war in Iran, urging the president to...

No Kenyans Will Be Recruited for Ukraine War: Kenya Strikes Deal with Russia

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Kenya has successfully reached an agreement with Russia to stop the recruitment of Kenyan citizens into the war in...

First Ever ‘Moon Meal’: Scientists Grow Chickpeas in Lunar Soil

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As NASA is getting ready to send astronauts back to the moon with the Artemis II mission. Scientists are...

Spiders May Scare You, but Their Absence Should Scare You More

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Many people feel scared when they see spiders, scorpions, or daddy long legs. These animals are called arachnids. Some...

Feeling Stressed? Science Says This 24-Minute Music Trick Might Help

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Listening to music can change how you feel. Many people already know that certain songs can make them happy,...

I Can Do Anything with Cuba, Says Donald Trump—What’s Behind This Statement?

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US President Donald Trump has made strong remarks about Cuba, saying he thinks the United States could “take control"...

What Triggered the Blasts? Multiple Explosions Hit Maiduguri in Northern Nigeria

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Several explosions hit Maiduguri, a city in northeastern Nigeria, on Monday evening. The city is the capital of Borno...

New Healthy Food Definition May Help Shoppers Spot Better Choices

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A new rule in the United States is changing how foods can be labeled as “healthy.” The rule was...

Veggies Can Store Drug Traces from Wastewater, a New Study Found

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Farmers in many parts of the world struggle with limited freshwater. Because of this shortage, some of them use...

Fire Breaks Out After Drone Hits Close to Dubai Airport

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A fire broke out on Monday near Dubai International Airport after a drone struck a fuel tank in the...

Heavy Rains Turn Deadly in Kenya: 66 Lives Lost as Floods Spread

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Heavy rains in Kenya have caused severe flooding, leading to the deaths of four more people, according to police....

Short-Term Oatmeal Diet Linked to Significant Cholesterol Drop

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A new study by the University of Bonn shows that a short-term oat-based diet can lower cholesterol quickly. The...

New study finds deep ocean microbes already prepared to tackle climate change

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Rising ocean temperatures, caused by climate change and marine heat waves, are now reaching even the deep ocean. Scientists...

Why is the UN warning about war crimes in South Sudan? Rights Chief Demands Immediate Ceasefire

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The South Sudanese Civil War started in December 2013. It began after a political dispute between Salva Kiir and...

Why Is Ukraine Sending Drone Experts to the Middle East? Zelenskiy Reveals the Plan

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Ukraine has sent air defence specialists to help several Middle Eastern countries deal with drone attacks linked to Iran,...

Could One Simple Food Swap Protect Your Liver?

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Researchers say a simple change in diet might help people with liver problems lower their risk of liver cancer....

Fish Numbers Falling in WA -Will Banning Fishing Really Help?

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Fishing for demersal fish species, which live close to the sea floor, has been temporarily stopped along about 900...

Rising Gas Prices: How the Iran War Is Disrupting Global Energy Markets

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Fuel prices in the United States have risen quickly over the past few days. The conflict involving the United...

New Gold Rules in Ghana Start Tuesday Despite Warnings

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Ghana, one of the world’s leading gold-producing countries, is introducing a new system to collect royalty payments from gold...

Could parents be the key to preventing childhood obesity?

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Childhood obesity has become an increasingly serious health problem recently. Health experts warn that more children are gaining excess...

Thousands Seek Evacuation as South Africans Told to Leave Middle East

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More than 6,400 South African citizens have told the government that they are currently in countries across the Middle...

Do Americans Support War with Iran? New Polls Suggest Most Oppose U.S. Military Action

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A recent poll shows that many people in the United States do not support the country’s military actions against...

Can a Laser-Printed Gel Heal Broken Bones? Scientists Think It Might

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When a bone breaks, the body can often repair the damage on its own. In many cases, the broken...

Rising Heat Threatens Tropical Insects—Can They Survive?

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Global warming is changing life on Earth in ways we are just starting to understand. Rising temperatures are affecting...

From Near Collapse to Comeback: The Surprising Genetic Recovery of Koalas

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On Commonwealth Day, countries in the Commonwealth of Nations, like many other nations, reflect on the many challenges they...

What Triggered the US-Israel Attack on Iran, and Could the War Grow Bigger?

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The Middle East is in serious conflict after the US and Israel carried out major attacks on Iran. These...

How Could the Middle East War Affect South Africa’s Economy?

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The growing conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran is causing concern in global energy markets and could...

Do you sleep enough? Hidden sleep problems may be damging your heart

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New research from Yale School of Medicine shows that better sleep could play a big role in preventing heart...

How Is Climate Change Affecting What Kids Eat at School?

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Climate change is not only about heatwaves and floods. It is also changing the food on children’s plates. Around...

US Issues Urgent Exit Warning Across Middle East as Iran Retaliates Over Strikes

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The United States government is trying to help its citizens leave the Middle East as fighting in the region...

55 Ghanaians Reported Dead in Russia-Ukraine War – What Happened?

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At least 55 people from Ghana have died while fighting in the war between Russia and Ukraine, Ghana’s foreign...

Cancer Survivors May Face Faster Aging and Early Memory Problems, Study Warns

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A new study has found that individuals who survived cancer during their teenage years or early adulthood may experience...

Wildfire Deaths Could Drop with Climate Action

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A new study published in PNAS shows that reducing climate change could save tens of thousands of lives in...

Airstrikes and Retaliatory Attacks Across Middle East as UN Warns Against Wider Conflict

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Fighting has spread rapidly across the Middle East after Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in airstrikes...

Six Killed After Building Suddenly Collapses in South Africa

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A concrete floor being built inside a multi-storey building in Johannesburg collapsed on Monday, killing at least six people...

The Surprising Link Between Kids’ Meals and Brain Health

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Published today in Nature Communications, a new study by researchers at University College Cork (UCC) has found that eating...

Is It Finally Possible to Watch Plants Breathe in Real Time?

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Scientists have long known that plants take in and release gases through tiny leaf openings called stomata. They are...

What’s Behind the Sudden Death of Dozens of Tigers in Thailand?

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Officials in Chiang Mai are investigating the sudden deaths of dozens of tigers at a well-known tourist park. Over...

Could This Railway Project Open a New Era for Uganda?

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Uganda is considering a new railway plan that could change how it exports its natural resources. The government is...

Could One Vaccine Protect You From Many Colds, flus, and Allergies?

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Researchers at Stanford Medicine have made an exciting discovery: a new vaccine that could protect against many lung infections,...

Why Fast Floodwaters in Cities Are More Dangerous Than They Look

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Floodwater can be very dangerous, even when it doesn't look deep, says a new University of Canterbury study. Postdoctoral...

Thousands of Flights Cancelled After Huge Snowstorm

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A huge snowstorm hit the US East Coast on Monday, breaking snowfall records and causing widespread flight cancellations and...

Why More Ghanaians Are Suddenly Wearing This Cultural Outfit

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On a crowded street in the heart of Accra, brightly colored smocks hang in neat rows outside a small...

Could This New Gel Save Millions from Serious Wounds?

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As more people grow older and diabetes becomes more common, chronic wounds are becoming a serious global problem. These...

Rare Fish Spotted Again Near Albany After Years

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A young marine scientist has made an exciting discovery off the coast of Albany in Western Australia. While diving...

Gunman Shot Dead After Breaching Security at Trump Residence

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A man with a weapon was shot and killed after he entered a restricted security area near President Donald...

Top South African School Shuts Its Doors

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Despite its final matric class achieving some of the strongest academic results in the country, King David Victory Park...

Could This Vitamin Offer Hope Against Deadly Brain Cancer?

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The Journal of Neuro-Oncology recently published the findings of a new study testing high doses of vitamin B3, or...

CFC Alternatives Linked to Massive ‘Forever Chemical’ Pollution Worldwide

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Chemicals that were introduced to protect the Earth’s ozone layer are now causing a new and unexpected environmental problem,...

Big Sewage Spill: Trump Takes Action

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US President Donald Trump has asked federal agencies to take control of a major sewage spill that has sent...

Ghana Cuts Cocoa Prices – What’s Next for Farmers?

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Ghana has reduced the price it pays cocoa farmers to $3,580 per metric tonne for the rest of the...

Can Cream Cheese Lower Your Risk of Dementia? Scientists Share Surprising Findings

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Dementia is not one single illness. It is a general term used to describe a group of symptoms caused...

Drinking Water Kiosks Found to Have High Lead Levels

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After high-profile water problems like the crisis in Flint, Michigan, many Americans worry about the safety of their tap...

Motorbike Attacks on Nigerian Villages Leave Dozens Dead

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Gunmen on motorcycles carried out a dawn attack on three villages in northwestern Nigeria, killing many people and spreading...

Flying Soon? How a Shutdown Could Trigger Airport Delays and TSA Disruptions Across America

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Travel groups and airlines are warning passengers to expect problems after part of the United States government shut down....

Think Only Humans Imagine? This Ape May Surprise You

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Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have found strong evidence that apes can use imagination and take part in pretend...

Experts Say Fibre Could Be the Next Essential Nutrient – Are You Getting Enough?

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Experts in nutrition at the University of Otago Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka are pushing for dietary fibre to be officially...

Kenya Says Using Its People in Combat Is Unacceptable

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Kenya will engage with Russia after reports that some Kenyans are being recruited to fight in Ukraine. Foreign Minister...

Extreme Cold Hits New York: More Than 17 Dead in Brutal Temperatures

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New York City has faced a period of extreme cold, with at least 18 people dying due to the...

Plastic Pollution May Be Making Water More Dangerous, Study Warns

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Harmful algae blooms, often called “red tides,” are appearing more often and lasting longer in many parts of the...

This Popular Diet May Protect Women from All Stroke Types

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Women have a higher lifetime risk of stroke. This is mainly due to biological and reproductive factors such as...

Trump Makes Surprise Threat Involving US-Canada Bridge

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US President Donald Trump has said he may try to stop a new bridge between the United States and...

A Call to Prayer Ends in Tragedy in Nigeria

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Gunmen carried out a brutal overnight attack on two rural villages in Nigeria’s Kwara state, killing more than 160...

Are Patagonia’s Penguins Facing an Unexpected New Threat?

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On the Patagonian coast of Argentina, an unexpected wildlife conflict is taking place. Pumas are increasingly hunting Magellanic penguins,...

Aging Skin? Scientists May Have Found a Way to Keep It Youthful

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Scientists at Washington State University have discovered that tiny structures in human skin may hold the secret to youthful...

Pentagon Cuts Harvard Ties—But why?

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The US Department of Defense is cutting all academic ties with Harvard University. Secretary Pete Hegseth said the Ivy...

Drought Spreads Across Kenya, Leaving Herders Struggling

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In the dry plains of Shompole, Kenya, the impact of drought is visible everywhere. Dead cows and goats lie...

Why Minneapolis Federal Immigration Officers Are Now Being Equipped with Body Cameras

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Federal immigration officers working in Minneapolis, Minnesota, will soon be required to wear body cameras, according to the US...

Cutting Salt in Regular Foods May Reduce Heart Risks

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Cutting down salt in everyday foods like bread, packaged meals, and takeout could prevent many heart attacks, strokes, and...

Can Honey Bees Survive Extreme Heat? Scientists Are Worried

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Honeybees can normally regulate their hive temperature, even when the temperature outside changes. Honeybees do this by fanning their...

Ghana Plans a New National Airline – Will It Finally Succeed?

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Ghana may soon have a national airline again after many years of failed attempts. The Minister of Transport, Joseph...

Diplomatic Clash: South Africa And Israel Expels Each Other’s Envoys

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South Africa and Israel have both expelled each other’s top diplomats, deepening an already tense relationship between the two...

New Discovery Shows How One Nutrient Could Help Forests Recover After Deforestation

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Scientists have found that nitrogen in the soil plays a major role in helping tropical forests grow back faster...

Why Is Long COVID Brain Fog Striking Some Countries More Than Others?

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Brain fog is one of the most common symptoms of long COVID. People who experience it often have trouble...

Chips For Everyone! German Farm Shares Millions of Extra Potatoes

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After a massive harvest in Germany, farmers are giving away a large number of potatoes for free. The potatoes...