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Senegal election result: Bassirou Diomaye Faye to become Africa's youngest president
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What contributed to the Baltimore Bridge collapse?: "Dirty" fuel and a bridge designed for ships from another era may have factored into the collapse.
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
Two more abusers at J-pop predator's company: The two individuals involved in sex abuse at Johnny Kitagawa's agency are still alive, BBC is told.
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Former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman dies at 82, says family
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Quick Glance: Joe Lieberman, Former US Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate, Passes Away at 82
- Former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman from Connecticut, who came close to winning the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and nearly became running mate to Republican John McCain eight years later, has passed away.
- Lieberman passed away in New York City as a result of complications following a fall.
- His advocacy for issues such as gay rights, civil rights, abortion rights, and environmental causes often earned him praise from many liberals, despite causing discontent among Democrats due to his independent stance and provocations towards Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama during the 2008 campaign.
- Renowned for his firm foreign policy perspectives, pro-defense inclinations, and robust support for environmental matters, Lieberman was instrumental in the legislative efforts leading to the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security.
US lottery player wins $1.1bn Mega Millions jackpot: The lucky winner is poised to take home the fifth largest jackpot in the lottery's history.
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Quick Glance: Strategies for Powerball and Mega Millions: Tips for Choosing Numbers
- Nicholas Kapoor unexpectedly won the Powerball lottery and used it as a teaching tool.
- The odds of winning Powerball and Mega Millions are extremely slim.
- It is recommended to choose random numbers or Quick Picks to increase chances of winning.
- Playing less popular lotteries can increase the odds of winning, but the prizes are smaller.
Polar ice is melting and changing Earth’s rotation. It’s messing with time itself
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Quick Glance: Earth Spinning Faster: Time Could Lose a Second
- A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second, changing the future.
- Melting ice at the poles has delayed the Earth's faster rotation.
- The study discusses the transition from atomic to astronomical time and technological challenges with leap seconds.
- Despite difficulties with leap seconds, changes in time management are planned from the 2030s onwards.
Twisted magnetic field observed around Milky Way's central black hole: Astronomers on Wednesday announced that they have detected a strong and organized magnetic ...
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Ecuador's youngest mayor Brigitte García shot dead: Brigitte García, 27, is the latest politician to be killed amid ongoing gang violence.
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Sir Russell takes a rough ride on an ocean of obstacles: Opinion: The SailGP boss is dogged by extremes and red tape but overlooks how caring for dolphins aligns ...
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Kate, Princess of Wales, and Prince William 'extremely moved' by support since her cancer reveal
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Quick Glance: British Royal Family Left with Only 9 Working Members
- Kate Middleton and King Charles have announced cancer treatments and temporarily stepped back from royal duties.
- The royal family now consists mainly of older members who are taking on responsibilities.
- Prince William is supporting his wife and taking on duties while King Charles and others are absent.
- The royal family is in a vulnerable position, relying on few working members who are mostly in their 70s and 80s.
LIVE: India celebrates the festival of Holi: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Quick Glance: India Celebrates Hindu Holi Festival with Colorful Traditions
- Millions of Indians celebrated the Hindu Holi festival by smearing colored powder, exchanging traditional foods, and drinks.
- The festival marks the beginning of spring and celebrates the divine love between Krishna and Radha.
- Traditions like consuming Bhang, a cannabis-infused drink, and lighting large fires are part of the festivities.
- Various Holi traditions in India, such as the 'Lathmar Holi' in northern towns, showcase the diversity of celebrations.
LIVE: Worshippers take part in evening Taraweeh prayers in Al-Aqsa Mosque compound
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Two coral snakes recorded battling for prey in a scientific first: Two red-tailed coral snakes have been observed competing over a caecilian in the first ...
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Amazon fined $7.8 mln by Polish consumer watchdog: Amazon has been fined 31 million zlotys ($7.8 million) in Poland for misleading customers about product ...
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Quick Glance: Amazon Faces Heavy Fine in Poland and Scrutiny Over Delivery Practices
- Poland's consumer watchdog, UOKiK, imposed a $7.8 million (31 million zlotys) fine on Amazon for allegedly misleading customers about product availability and delivery dates.
- Since September 2021, Amazon's sales practices have been under scrutiny following complaints from shoppers. The authority found potential deception in sales contract conclusions and the use of deceptive design elements to create a false sense of urgency.
- It was highlighted that Amazon failed to provide clear information about the rules of its delivery service before orders, despite guaranteeing delivery.
- Amazon intends to appeal the fine, emphasizing its dedication to customer satisfaction and collaboration with authorities.
Two guilty of murdering footballer Cody Fisher in Crane nightclub stabbing: The 23-year-old was murdered on the dance floor in front of thousands of people on ...
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Chemists develop method to confirm mRNA vaccine stability: University at Albany researchers at the RNA Institute have developed a new method to test COVID-19 ...
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Trump Justice official Clark faces ethics hearing over 2020 election role: Jeffrey Clark, a senior official in former U.S. President Donald Trump's ...
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Jasmin Paris first woman to complete gruelling Barkley Marathons race: Jasmin Paris from Midlothian made history by finishing the gruelling 100-mile Barkley ...
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Quick Glance: Jasmin Paris Wins Barkley Marathon
- Jasmin Paris became the first woman to complete the extreme Barkley Marathons, which requires runners to navigate 100 miles of rugged terrain in Tennessee in under 60 hours.
- Paris finished the race with one minute and 39 seconds to spare, making her one of only 20 people to complete the Barkley since it was extended to 100 miles in 1989.
- The final minutes of the race were intense, and Paris collapsed exhausted in front of a yellow gate marking the start and finish of the event.
- With cuts and scratches on her legs, Paris reached the race's end, giving it her all to get there before collapsing in exhaustion.
Bears take a ride on swan pedalo at Woburn Safari Park: Water lot of fun for these black bears as heavy rain creates a "mini lake" in their enclosure.
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Pompeii building site reveals ancient Roman construction methods: Archaeologists in Pompeii have unearthed an ancient building site that sheds light on ...
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Quick Glance: Pompeii excavation uncovers ancient Roman construction techniques
- Archaeologists uncovered an ancient construction site in Pompeii, providing insights into Roman building techniques.
- Roman builders used unique methods for making cement and concrete.
- The use of concrete facilitated the rapid construction of iconic structures like the Colosseum.
- The excavations also revealed tools and storage jars utilized in construction projects.
UN chief calls for slavery reparations to overcome 'generations of discrimination'
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Gazans reportedly drown after rush for aid drop in sea: Video obtained by Reuters shows people rushing towards the aid drop as it landed in the sea.
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‘Nobody can hold a candle to it’: David Attenborough backs BBC’s nature shows: Presenter, whose series Mammals airs on Sunday, says broadcaster has changed ...
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In Christine Blasey Ford’s memoir, the making of a witness: “I am terrified,” Christine Blasey Ford told a television audience of 20 million Americans when she ...
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Scientists on the hunt for evidence of quantum gravity's existence at the South Pole
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Researchers send data 4.5 million times faster than average broadband: Aston University researchers have sent data at a speed that is 4.5 million times faster ...
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Beyond cloning: Harnessing the power of virtual quantum broadcasting: In a new study, scientists propose the concept of "virtual quantum broadcasting ...
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A method to compute the Rényi entanglement entropy in auxiliary-field quantum Monte Carlo simulations
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LIVE: Kensington Palace makes an announcement on Kate, Princess of Wales: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Quantum computing just got hotter: One degree above absolute zero: For decades, the pursuit of quantum computing has struggled with the need for extremely low ...
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Lights on Acropolis switch off for Earth Hour in Athens: The ancient Parthenon temple atop the Acropolis hill before and after the lights were switched off for ...
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Podcast: UN Gaza ceasefire, ISIS-K threat and Boeing’s boss: The US and Israel are on a collision course after a US abstention allowed the passage of a UN Gaza ...
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Moscow attack: Day of mourning after 133 killed at Crocus City Hall concert: Flags are flying at half mast after at least 133 people were killed at a packed ...
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Kate and William need time and space to heal, says former royal spokesman: The Royal Family will get back to normal after "this sticky patch" ...
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Realizing clean qubits for quantum computers using electrons on helium: Future quantum computers could be based on electrons floating above liquid helium ...
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Plasma fusion: Adding just enough fuel to the fire: How much fuel can we add to the fire while still maintaining control? Metaphorically speaking ...
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Mount Greenwood family wins Gaelic Park raffle of $700,000 house: A 56-year-old retired Chicago police detective is the winner of a house in Mount Greenwood ...
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LIVE: Yemenis take to the streets in solidarity with Gaza: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Astronauts have surprising ability to know how far they 'fly' in space: New research led by York University finds astronauts have a surprising ability to orient ...
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Small birds spice up the already diverse diet of spotted hyenas in Namibia: Spotted hyenas are known for hunting (or scavenging) larger mammals such as antelopes ...
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Scientists identify Milky Way's ancient building blocks Shakti and Shiva: Astronomers have identified two ancient streams of stars - named after the Hindu ...
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🔊 Ten years ago Republican candidates were typically Russia hawks and proponents of free trade. Not anymore. Our politics and data team analyzed polling to ...
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Bruce Springsteen gave a nod to Chiefs’ Travis Kelce before a concert last week: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band played a concert last week in Las Vegas ...
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Quick Glance: Jeremy Allen White Eyed for Bruce Springsteen Biopic Role
- Jeremy Allen White is in talks to play Bruce Springsteen in a biopic about the album Nebraska.
- Nebraska is considered one of Springsteen's best works, delving into dark themes and depression.
- The film's production is led by the Gotham Group, with Scott Cooper in talks to direct and Scott Stuber as a producer.
- This would be the first time an actor portrays the Boss in a film about his life, following other biopics about influential artists.
Biochemists discover first new antibacterial class in decades: Vanderbilt biochemists are part of a team taking a stride toward the development of antibacterials ...
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Watch Bruce Springsteen Play ‘Viva Las Vegas’ and Other Surprises in Sin City : Springsteen delivered on a promise to mix up his setlist by breaking out ...
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Quick Glance: Bruce Springsteen Surprises Fans in Sin City
- Bruce Springsteen surprised fans in Las Vegas with a diverse setlist, including songs like 'Hungry Heart' and 'Racing in the Street'.
- He announced plans to vary the setlist for this tour to satisfy hardcore fans yearning for the unpredictable concerts of the 2010s.
- Following health issues that led to show cancellations, Springsteen returned with an energetic performance in Las Vegas.
- The tour will continue on March 25 in San Diego, California, as Springsteen discusses his recovery and anticipation for future shows.
Israeli conductor Bar Avni wins women’s international competition in Paris: 32-year-old beats out 197 competitors from 47 countries to earn the title of 'La ...
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Michael Feinstein doesn't hide his Jewish pride - feature: To some audience members, Michael Feinstein's Jewish pride was startling ...
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Prince William and Kate video won't stop online rumours: Blurry video of the royal couple shopping at the weekend has become an international talking point.
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Quick Glance: Kate and William visit Windsor Farm Shop
- The Princess of Wales was filmed smiling alongside her husband during a visit to a farm shop in Windsor.
- Footage from The Sun showed Kate and William at the local business on Saturday, indicating a positive progression in Kate's recovery from surgery.
- The farm shop in Windsor that the couple visited is a short distance from their Adelaide Cottage home within the grounds of Windsor Castle.
- Kate is expected to resume her official duties after the summer term commencing on April 17.
The lyrebird synchronizes elements of its mating dance: To woo a mate, the Albert's lyrebird of Australia first chooses a stage of entangled vines ...
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SailGP will not return to Christchurch - Russell Coutts: SailGP says it is working with host city partners in New Zealand and around the world to finalise next ...
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From Earth to Mars: Transporting spin information at the speed of light: Scientists have used electrical pulses to manipulate magnetic information into a ...
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Species diversity found to be directly correlated with productivity in eastern US forests
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Sarah Lancashire 'quits acting' as other passion pulls career in new direction: Happy Valley star Sarah Lancashire is reportedly ready to turn away from the ...
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To capture methane emissions, scientists create nanoshell catalysts: A University at Buffalo–led research team is developing new catalysts that aim to turn ...
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Steve Harley death: Cockney Rebel singer dies at 73: The rock star, whose song Make Me Smile was a number one in 1975, was being treated for cancer.
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Quick Glance: Steve Harley Passes Away at 73 from Cancer, Cockney Rebel Legend
- Singer Steve Harley, the frontman of the iconic glam rock band Cockney Rebel, has sadly passed away at the age of 73 after a short battle with cancer.
- The band rose to fame in the 1970s with their distinctive glam rock sounds, as Harley played a key role in founding the group alongside other original members.
- Apart from his contributions to the iconic London band, Harley also had a presence at BBC Radio 2, hosting 'Sounds of the 70s' from 1999 to 2008.
- Described as 'larger than life' by his fans, they took to social media to express their condolences for the legendary musician.
The Problem With Dune: Part Two: TikTok is full of people tediously explaining Paul’s antiheroism. That’s the kind of treatment this movie deserves.
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Research uncovers the neural pathways for primate reciprocity, social support, and empathy
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Three new millisecond pulsars detected with MeerKAT: Using the MeerKAT radio telescope in South Africa, an international team of astronomers has detected three ...
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Japan raises interest rates for first time in 17 years: The central bank had previously cut the rate below zero to try and stimulate Japan's stagnating economy.
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Quick Glance: Fate of BOJ's Stimulus Tools Revealed
- The Bank of Japan ended eight years of negative interest rates and other unorthodox measures to boost growth. Details on changes to the stimulating tools were disclosed.
- The negative interest rate policy was lifted, and the bank now pays a 0.1% interest rate on excess reserves to withdraw money from the economy.
- Yield curve control was dismantled, but the bank will continue to buy bonds and intervene with larger purchases if bond yields rise rapidly.
- The purchase of risky assets like ETFs and REITs was discontinued, and the commitment to maintain massive stimulus was withdrawn to reassure the market.
LIVE: Cherry blossoms bloom in Seattle and Washington, DC: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Scientists deliver quantum algorithm to develop new materials and chemistry: U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) scientists have published the Cascaded ...
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Scientists say they can cut HIV out of cells: The gene-editing method used might ultimately offer a way to remove HIV, experts say.
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Examining the delicate balance of lepton flavors: In a talk at the ongoing Rencontres de Moriond conference, the ATLAS collaboration presented the result of its ...
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Machine learning tools can predict emotion in voices in just over a second : Scientists showed that machine learning tools can identify emotions from audio ...
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MacKenzie Scott donates $640m to US non-profits: She has given $16.5bn in donations since divorcing Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in 2019.
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Robotic face makes eye contact, uses AI to anticipate and replicate a person's smile before it occurs
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Secrets of the naked mole-rat: New study reveals how their unique metabolism protects them from heart attacks
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Electron-bending effect could boost computer memory: A new magnetic material developed by RIKEN physicists could boost computer memory storage by enabling higher ...
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Using physics principles to understand how cells self-sort in development: Erin McCarthy '23, physics summa cum laude, is a rarity among young scientists ...
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UFC: Bite earns Brazilian fighter $50,000 payday: Brazilian Andre Lima got a tattoo of the teeth marks left by opponent Igor Severino after he bit him during ...
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Quick Glance: UFC Fighter Bites Opponent; Justin Tafa Loses by Points
- A UFC bout was prematurely ended during an event after a fighter was disqualified for biting his opponent.
- Severino will be excluded from the promotion as it was the first time a UFC fight was disqualified for biting.
In paleontology, correct names are keys to accurate study: When the skeletal remains of a giant ground sloth were first unearthed in 1796 ...
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Martin Greenfield: Tailor who survived Auschwitz and dressed presidents dies: Martin Greenfield was one of the US' most renowned tailors, dressing six presidents ...
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Researchers discover ultra-low velocity zone beneath the Himalayas: Yale researchers are delving deep beneath the Himalayas to investigate dynamic geological ...
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First observation of photons-to-taus in proton–proton collisions: In March 2024, the CMS collaboration announced the observation of two photons creating two tau ...
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Method to detect dark matter could lead to a better understanding of galaxy evolution
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