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New study challenges discovery of Earth’s ‘oldest’ impact crater
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By bombing peaceful Ukrainian cities, Russia demonstrates its unwillingness to make peace – Meloni
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By continuing to bomb peaceful Ukrainian cities, Russia demonstrates its unwillingness to make peace, believes Italian Prime Minister Giorgia…
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Scientists discover the ‘missing link’ that causes giant volcanic eruptions
Volcanic eruptions at Earth’s surface have significant consequences. Smaller ones can scare tourists on Mount Etna or disrupt air…
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Can chatbots really improve mental health?
Recently, I found myself pouring my heart out, not to a human, but to a chatbot named Wysa on my phone. It nodded – virtually – asked me how I was feeling and gently suggested trying breathing exercises.
As a neuroscientist, I couldn’t help but wonder: Was I actually feeling better,…
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Efforts to rebuild Ukraine must be based on preserving sovereignty, democratic rule – Kellogg
US Presidential Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg states the need to preserve Ukraine’s national sovereignty and democratic form of government for post-war reconstruction.
Kellogg said at the plenary session of the Ukraine…
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Wildfire smoke can make your outdoor workout hazardous to your health – an exercise scientist explains how to gauge the risk
As the summer’s sunny days take hold, many people turn to outdoor exercise.
But in parts of North America, pleasant weather often aligns with wildfire season. As summers get drier, both the frequency and the intensity of wildfires have grown, producing more polluting smoke.
A…
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How weather changes cause migraines – a neurologist explains the triggers and what you can do to ease the pain
“Is it just me, or is there a storm coming?”
If you are one of the 39 million Americans in the U.S. living with migraines, there’s a good chance an intense headache will begin when the weather shifts.
You aren’t alone. Studies find 30% to 50% of people with migraines identify some…
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Dead body in tunnel forces partial closure of Brussels metro – POLITICO
A section of the Brussels metro was shut down Thursday afternoon after a corpse was discovered in a tunnel, according to the city’s transport operator STIB.
“A dead body was found between Porte de Hal and Hôtel des Monnaies a bit earlier than 1 p.m.,” STIB…
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Ukraine’s military has done what many said was impossible – von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed admiration for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
In her view, they have done “what many said was impossible”, including inflicting significant losses on Russia’s Black Sea Fleet and strategic aviation, and…
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