Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Exploring Serbia’s north: pumpkins, Palić lake, and Subotica’s charm
In this episode of Balkan Trip, we head to northern Serbia for Kikinda’s pumpkin fest, Palić Lake’s scenic charm, and Subotica’s stunning architecture. Continue Reading
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Researchers home in on tumor vulnerabilities to improve odds of treating glioblastoma
A team led by researchers at the University of Toronto has uncovered new targets that could be the key to effectively treating glioblastoma, a lethal type of brain cancer. These targets were identified through a screen for genetic vulnerabilities in patient-derived cancer stem cells that… Continue Reading
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11,000 North Korean troops already in Kursk region
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine says 11,000 soldiers from North Korea have been deployed in the territory of Kursk region bordering Ukraine, stressing that amid the increase in their number, there is no increase in partners’ response. The president spoke in… Continue Reading
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Orbán scoffs at idea Romania is better than Hungary – POLITICO
“Anyone who claims that Romanians are better off than us should move there,” Orbán said, adding that he would be happy to debate anyone who thinks that life is better in Romania. Romania has lagged behind Hungary’s economy for decades, but in recent years data shows that the country… Continue Reading
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Trump takes fizz out of election night as embassies ditch soirees – POLITICO
The decision to nix election night festivities may also reflect the unusually politicized nature of America’s diplomatic corps. Most of the State Department’s top envoys around the world are political appointees and allies or donors of the sitting president. The current U.S. ambassadors… Continue Reading
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Forbes: outnumbered Ukrainian brigade destroys 206 heavy Russian vehicles in “critical” Pokrovsk direction
The Russian 20th Motor Rifle Division is conducting a major offensive against Ukrainian positions near Illinka in Donetsk Oblast, despite suffering significant vehicle losses, according to Forbes. The situation in the Pokrovsk direction of the front in Ukraine is increasingly precarious as… Continue Reading
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Kremlin distributes 20-page manual for handling mass graves to soldiers
For the first time, the Kremlin has distributed its manual to soldiers providing instructions on how to dig and maintain mass graves, The Telegraph reports, as Russia continues to suffer mounting casualties in its war in Ukraine. The document’s emergence comes as Russian forces have been… Continue Reading
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Ukraine, Lithuania sign memorandum on joint production of drones
The Defense Ministers of Ukraine and Lithuania Rustem Umerov and Laurinas Kasciunas and Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine Herman Smetanin signed a memorandum on the joint production of UAVs, ammunition, and EW equipment. Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem… Continue Reading
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US voters flying home in time for election prepare to face the future
During a 12-hour delay at London’s Heathrow airport, US citizens bound for New York reflected on their hopes and fears about where their next president might take the country. ADVERTISEMENT When a cohort of bleary-eyed passengers arrived at London’s Heathrow Airport on a gloomy… Continue Reading
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EU-Mercosur trade deal could be 'fair,' Šefčovic promises in confirmation hearing
Grilled by MEPs on the trade deal with Latin American countries, Slovakia’s commissioner-designate defended a deal that would satisfy opponents demanding insurances for farmers and transparency. Continue Reading
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