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Soviet scientists released red king crabs into the Barents Sea in the 1960s to build a new fishing industry, but decades later, the giant crabs have spread across Russian and Norwegian waters, altering seafloor communities as they feed on native marine life

Soviet scientists introduced red king crabs to the Barents Sea in the 1960s. These crabs have since spread aggressively, altering local marine habitats. Their feeding habits reduce seabed diversity and biomass significantly. While economically valuable, they damage fishing gear and consume targeted catches. Management now focuses on containment and structured…

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Norway planted millions of North American Sitka spruce after the 1950s to expand timber production along its windswept coast, but scientists now say the trees are invading ancient coastal heathlands, shading out native vegetation that has been maintained for more than 5,000 years

Historic coastal heathlands in Western Norway are disappearing under Sitka spruce plantations. Millions of North American Sitka spruce trees were planted after the 1950s for timber production. A study found that passive recovery after clear-felling was slow and insufficient for restoration. Sitka spruce regenerated rapidly from seed, requiring constant sapling…

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Interpol-wanted woman in Monaco bombing case found shot dead near Kyiv; two detained

Anastasiia Berezovska, a Ukrainian woman linked to a bomb attack in Monaco, was discovered dead near Kyiv, having been shot. She was under an Interpol warrant for attempted murder. Authorities have detained two suspects, one of whom is an intelligence officer, in connection with her murder. The bombing had targeted…

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Sweden planted colourful garden lupins across roadsides and disturbed land to control erosion, but after more than 100 years, scientists say the fast-spreading flowers now dominate native meadows, leaving fewer native plants for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Sweden's roadside lupins, introduced for soil stabilisation, now spread aggressively across meadows. These invasive plants reduce native flora diversity and negatively impact insect populations. Garden lupins create dense canopies, blocking sunlight and altering soil chemistry for wildflowers. This ecological imbalance affects pollinators like bees and butterflies, which rely on diverse…

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A Japan mountain trail reopened after a fatal bear attack. Hours later, another brown bear stranded four hikers

Four hikers were stranded on a Hokkaido mountain after encountering a brown bear. They waited for over three hours before rescue teams arrived by helicopter. The bear had blocked the trail, preventing the group from continuing their descent. This incident occurred on Mount Rausu, which had recently reopened after a…

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Indian hairstylist charged with sexual abuse on a cruise docked in Seattle, offered free massages to women, then molested passengers

An Indian hairstylist, Pranit Pawar, is facing serious allegations of abusive sexual contact aboard a cruise ship. Accused of luring passengers into false massage offers, he allegedly proceeded to inappropriately touch victims in a confined space. The FBI has launched an investigation into the troubling incidents, which took place under…

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America's 250-year time capsule has been buried: Here's what people in 2276 will discover

The United States has now marked its 250th anniversary, but one part of the celebration has only just begun. Beneath the ground in Philadelphia, a specially engineered time capsule has been buried with instructions that it should not be opened for another 250 years. Intended as a message to people…

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Watch: Ukraine targets Russia's 'shadow fleet'; hits 8 fuel tankers on Crimea route

Ukraine’s forces executed drone strikes that targeted eight Russian fuel tankers during the night. These tankers were supposedly supplying fuel to Crimea in the Sea of Azov. The operation aimed to impede Russian military supply routes and logistics. This move is a continuation of a series of Ukrainian assaults on…

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China battered by extreme weather: Floods, tornadoes & landslides kills over 20, videos capture destruction

Torrential rain and tornadoes killed at least twenty people across China. Over 330 others sustained injuries from extreme weather events in several provinces. A landslide in Gansu Province buried thirty-three people, with twelve still missing. Record rainfall triggered severe flooding in Guangxi, affecting over 93,000 residents. President Xi Jinping ordered…

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Quote of the day by Saddam Hussein: 'A lion doesn't care if a monkey in a tree is laughing at him'

Even after losing power and facing trial for crimes against humanity, Saddam Hussein remained defiant. Sitting inside a Baghdad courtroom in 2006, the former Iraqi president brushed aside jeers from the public gallery with a remark that has since become one of the most widely quoted lines from his trial:…

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Why the Sentinelese reject all outside contact: The science, history and mystery of the world's most isolated tribe

The Sentinelese people of North Sentinel Island maintain voluntary isolation. They use traditional methods for hunting, fishing, and gathering resources. India protects the island, prohibiting outside contact to safeguard the tribe. Their unique language and culture remain largely unknown to the outside world. Protecting their isolation is crucial for their…

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Florida dad grabbed a 202-pound Burmese python, then it started dragging him towards a canal before his entire family took down the giant snake

What began as a family outing to help remove invasive snakes from Florida's Everglades quickly turned into a terrifying fight for survival. Carl Jackson believed he had spotted a Burmese python measuring about 12 feet as it crossed a dirt road in Big Cypress National Preserve. But the moment he…

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Peace hinges on Ukraine's 'good will': Kremlin slams 'confrontational statements' on Russia at Nato's Ankara summit

Russia continues working-level discussions with the United States regarding Ukraine peace efforts. Kremlin spokespersons expressed hope for successful US diplomatic initiatives to achieve peace. Moscow will closely observe the outcomes of the NATO summit in Ankara. Russia noted confrontational statements made by NATO members before the meeting. The ongoing conflict…

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These 10 US cities could become deserts by 2080: New climate study showcases chilling data

Climate change will transform US cities into deserts by 2080. Vegetation zones will shift, with grasslands becoming more desert-like. Deserts are projected to expand significantly across the United States. Several major cities face a biome classification flip to desert. Bakersfield, California, is among the cities expected to experience this change.

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'Stop the genocide': Baloch protesters in Germany raise alarm over Pakistan atrocities

Baloch activists gathered in Bremen, Germany, to protest against what they described as a worsening human rights crisis in Pakistan's Balochistan province, accusing Pakistani authorities of enforced disappearances, custodial killings and collective punishment. Organised by the Baloch National Movement (BNM), the demonstration called on the international community and human rights…

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UAE revokes Ajman's Horizon University licence over 'severe and repeated' violations; students to be transferred

The UAE Ministry of Higher Education revoked Horizon University College's license due to severe and repeated violations. This action immediately halts all academic activities and student admissions at the institution. The ministry is coordinating with other universities to ensure students can continue their education. Affected learners will receive support during…

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Trump administration eyes tighter H-1B, green card and student visa rules; Indians could be among most affected

The Trump administration is preparing a fresh round of immigration rule changes that could reshape the H-1B visa program, employment-based green cards, visa tenure of international students and the optional training program (OPT) available to them. A soon to be issued final rule will also end automatic extension of employment…

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'My visit continues': French President Macron after close shave in Syria amid explosions near hotel

French President Emmanuel Macron continued his Syria visit after explosions near his hotel. Two blasts struck central Damascus, wounding at least eighteen people earlier on Tuesday. Macron was unharmed and proceeded with his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Further details indicated two explosive devices detonated near the Four…

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11,000 Lego bricks turned into school memorial bench for 12-year-old Matthew Girard, who died of cancer

A bench made from thousands of Lego bricks now sits at a primary school in Guernsey, carrying with it a story that extends far beyond the colourful blocks visible on its surface. The life-size installation was created in memory of Matthew Girard, a 12-year-old boy who died from cancer in…

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One of Earth's biggest supereruptions that could have buried New Zealand finally makes sense

Around 350,000 years ago, the centre of New Zealand's North Island looked nothing like the mountainous, scrub-covered landscape familiar today. Vast beech and podocarp forests covered the region during a cold glacial period, providing habitat for abundant native birdlife, right up until one of the most explosive volcanic events ever…

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Why Spain's Cantabrian caves stay warm even when snow falls outside

In northern Spain's Cantabrian Mountains, winter regularly buries the landscape in snow, yet step inside one of the region's limestone caves and the atmosphere feels almost calm, mild and strangely untouched by the storm raging just metres above. This is not a quirk unique to Spain; caves around the world…

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Henry Ford wanted a bird sanctuary; 100 years later, his factory's Guinness World Record roof finally became one

In 1915, Henry Ford bought around 2,000 acres of low-lying riverbank land outside Detroit with a specific dream in mind, turning it into a bird sanctuary. The First World War intervened before that dream could take shape, and the marshland instead became a shipyard, then grew steadily into the Ford…

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Florida influencer DreamDoll Brii dies at 21 after shooting in Lamborghini

Social media influencer Brianna Johnson, known as DreamDoll Brii, died after being shot. She was traveling in a lime green Lamborghini when a white sedan opened fire. Two other individuals in the vehicle were critically injured and hospitalized. Investigators believe the attackers specifically targeted the vehicle for unknown reasons. Police…

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Watch: Explosions near Macron's Damascus hotel as French leader meets Syria's president

Explosions struck central Damascus near President Emmanuel Macron's hotel. The French president proceeded with his scheduled meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Macron is the first EU leader to visit Syria since 2024. His visit focuses on reconstruction and restoring diplomatic engagement. Discussions also covered counterterrorism cooperation and regional security…

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Why Spain's Playa de Nogales has black sand: The volcanic science behind its striking Atlantic beach

Hidden beneath towering cliffs on the north-eastern coast of La Palma in Spain's Canary Islands, Playa de Nogales is one of the archipelago's most dramatic natural landscapes. At first glance, its sand resembles freshly ground black pepper, creating a striking contrast against the deep blue Atlantic Ocean. Unlike the golden…

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