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Two brothers detained by Pakistani forces found dead in Balochistan; custodial death concerns raised

Two brothers, Imam and Muhammad Umar, were found dead with bullet injuries in Balochistan. They were allegedly taken into custody by security personnel after their motorcycle ran out of fuel. Their family later received their bodies, disputing claims of militant links. Local residents expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding their…

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In 1905, a California canal burst and flooded a town, an Indian reservation, and dozens of farms before creating the Salton Sea, California’s largest lake today

An engineering error in California's desert created the Salton Sea over a century ago. The Colorado River breached an irrigation canal, flooding a low-lying basin for two years. This accidental lake became California's largest, once a popular holiday destination. However, its lack of an outlet caused salt concentration and environmental…

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Mindaugas Sinkevicius becomes Lithuania PM after parliament approves manifesto

Lithuania's parliament approved Mindaugas Sinkevicius' government program on Tuesday. This action allows him to formally assume the prime minister's office. The new administration will maintain high defense spending and support Ukraine. They will also continue seeking United States troop presence as a deterrent. The center-left coalition secured a narrow majority…

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New York bans data center permits for one year: 'As data center development threatens ⁠to hike up utility bills... it's my responsibility...'

New York bans data centers: In a groundbreaking decision, New York has imposed a one-year halt on new large data center constructions. Citing environmental concerns and energy consumption, Governor Kathy Hochul has set a significant precedent across the United States. The state will evaluate the environmental implications of data centers…

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Argentina lost jaguars from its Iberá wetlands nearly 70 years ago, but conservationists have now brought the country's largest wild cat back through an ambitious rewilding project

Jaguars have returned to Argentina's Iberá wetlands after a 70-year absence. Conservationists released a female jaguar and her cubs into Gran Iberá Park. This reintroduction is part of a broader rewilding effort to restore ecosystems. The project aims to re-establish a self-sustaining jaguar population in the region. This initiative helps…

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Quote of the day by Seneca: 'It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that they are difficult,' and how fear reshapes the obstacles we believe stand before us

The Roman philosopher Seneca highlighted the distorting influence of fear on our judgment, illustrating that expectations of difficulties often cause us greater distress than the actual trials. Current psychological research supports this view, noting how we tend to overestimate risks and procrastinate on decision-making. Looking back at history, we see…

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2,000 years after Pompeii vanished beneath volcanic ash in one of history's deadliest volcanic disasters, the ancient Roman street is blooming with flowers, offering a symbol of nature's renewal

Nearly 2,000 years after Mount Vesuvius buried the thriving Roman city of Pompeii beneath volcanic ash, one of its ancient streets has become an unlikely symbol of renewal. Every spring, vibrant red poppies and other wildflowers bloom between the worn basalt paving stones that once carried Roman chariots and pedestrians,…

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Britain hunted beavers to extinction around 400 years ago, but they are now returning to England's wetlands to rebuild rivers and restore disappearing ecosystems

For generations, the sound of a beaver working along an English waterway was something found only in history books. The animals that once shaped rivers and wetlands across Britain disappeared after centuries of hunting, leaving behind only traces of their former presence. Now, a new chapter has begun in Dorset,…

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Quote of the day by Leonardo da Vinci: 'Iron rusts from disuse; stagnant water loses its purity from stagnation; even so does inaction sap the vigour of the mind,' and why the greatest threat to intelligence is leaving it unused

Leonardo da Vinci believed intelligence requires constant use and questioning. He observed nature to understand how neglect weakens things. His notebooks show a mind that never stopped exploring diverse subjects. Modern neuroscience confirms that unused abilities gradually diminish over time. Continuous learning and engagement keep the mind sharp and flexible.

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Why is the Caspian Sea called a ‘sea’ if it's actually the world’s largest lake

The Caspian Sea occupies an unusual place on the map. It carries the name of a sea, stretches beyond the horizon in every direction from many points along its shoreline, and contains salt water rather than fresh. Yet geographers generally place it in a different category altogether. Despite its immense…

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A 3,500-year-old bronze helmet from ancient Iran reveals how Elamite warrior kings carried their gods into battle

An Elamite warrior king wore a bronze helmet decorated with gold-plated deities. This artifact reveals sophisticated Elamite civilization and deep religious beliefs. A mountain-water god and goddesses adorned the helmet, symbolizing life and wisdom. A giant raptor likely represented celestial and earthly powers combined. This relic showcases ancient people blending…

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Meet Carol Ruckdeschel: 84-year-old 'wildest woman in America' who has been living on an island for the 53 years in order to preserve nature for the future

Carol Ruckdeschel has lived on Cumberland Island for 53 years, preserving its natural state. She meticulously documents the island's diverse flora and fauna in her field journals. Her dedication led to legislative changes protecting sea turtles from shrimping trawlers. Ruckdeschel sustains herself by living off the land and off the…

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UK seeks law change to deport Pakistani rapist and grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed

The UK government is changing a law that prevents serious criminals' deportation. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced Parliament will amend the Immigration Act 1971. This change targets individuals like grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed. Ahmed was jailed for rape and sexual offenses against young girls. The government seeks to remove…

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Turkey's ancient city of Ani reveals hidden Seljuk tombs that survived for centuries underground

For centuries, Ani has stood on a windswept plateau near Turkey's border with Armenia, its ruined churches, fortifications and abandoned streets bearing witness to a city that once sat at the crossroads of trade, faith and political power. While the site is often associated with its medieval Armenian heritage, fresh…

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Where is Aung San Suu Kyi? Myanmar’s most famous prisoner not seen since 2022

More than three years after Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi's last junta-orchestrated public appearance, questions over the detained Nobel Peace Prize laureate's whereabouts and condition are mounting. Her family, diplomats and regional leaders are demanding proof that she is alive.

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‘Pirates of Hormuz’: Brazil PM Lula attacks Trump's 20% shipping toll, calls it ‘piracy’

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has openly criticized Donald Trump's suggestion to impose a fee on ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz, branding the U.S. as a 'pirate state.' Trump claimed that the U.S. would assume the role of guardian over this vital waterway. This development emerges amid…

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Amazon's boiling river: The near-100°C wonder that can cook animals alive

Hidden beneath the dense canopy of Peru's Amazon rainforest, the Shanay-Timpishka flows with waters heated by geothermal energy. These temperatures can scorch flesh in mere moments, captivating local Asháninka tribes who honor this mystical river. The cooler segments are invaluable for practical uses, while geoscientist Andrés Ruzo's findings have upended…

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Trump tariffs struck down by US Supreme Court: How much has been refunded so far

The Supreme Court's recent decision led the US government to refund a staggering eighty-one billion dollars in tariffs, overturning many of President Donald Trump's imposed tariffs. This fiscal year has already seen a notable surge in refunds according to Treasury budget data. A ruling from the US Court of International…

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Daylight saving time could become permanent in the US. What would that change?

WASHINGTON: The US House of Representatives is set to vote this week on the Sunshine Protection Act (H.R. 139), a bipartisan bill that would make daylight saving time (DST) permanent and end the twice-yearly practice of changing clocks.

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The Netherlands kept losing its battle against rising floods with water flooding towns and farmland, then it spent billions giving rivers more room and the experiment is now protecting the lives of millions

The Netherlands has spent much of its history trying to keep rivers under control with higher dikes and stronger flood barriers. But repeated flooding in the 1990s revealed that simply building bigger walls was no longer enough. Rising river levels, heavier rainfall and the growing impacts of climate change continued…

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Bangladesh arrests organiser of proposed 81-foot Lord Ram statue on money laundering charges

In Bangladesh, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has apprehended Haridas Chandra Tarani Das on accusations of money laundering. This action comes in the wake of halted plans for an 81-foot statue of Lord Ram, which encountered threats from Islamist factions and backlash from Hindu groups. Growing concerns about religious freedoms…

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Florida man tries to sell 'rare hawksbill turtle shell' on Facebook at $2,700, ends up being charged with wildlife felony

A Florida man faced a felony wildlife charge after listing a rare turtle shell online. The item was identified as belonging to a protected Atlantic hawksbill sea turtle. Wildlife officers investigated the Facebook Marketplace listing and located the shell in a residence. The man was charged for offering to sell…

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Britain's famous 1976 heatwave record has finally been broken, but scientists say the real danger is only beginning

For decades, the summer of 1976 has occupied a special place in British weather history. It has been the season people return to whenever prolonged heat or dry conditions become part of the conversation. This year, however, the comparison has shifted. Reportedly, the figures recorded at the University of Reading…

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The world's loneliest tree had no other tree within 400 km across the Sahara Desert and roots over 30 metres deep to reach hidden groundwater, then one drunk truck driver knocked it down after 300 years of survival

Deep in Niger's Ténéré Desert once stood what was widely regarded as the world's loneliest tree, an umbrella thorn acacia that survived for around 300 years despite having no other tree within roughly 400 kilometres. Hidden beneath the scorching Sahara, its roots stretched more than 30 metres underground to reach…

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Quote of the day by Augustus Caesar: "Have I played my part well in the comedy of life? If so, clap your hands and dismiss me from…" - why the Roman emperor's final words still resonate today

Rome's first emperor, Augustus, framed his life as a performance upon his death. He questioned if he had played his part well in life's comedy. Augustus sought respect for fulfilling his responsibilities, not for raw power. His final words emphasized the honest execution of one's role. This perspective offers a…

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