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Texas wants to ban H-1Bs in public schools, Guv Greg Abbott says there should be no foreign indoctrination in the classrooms

In January, Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered a freeze on H-1B hiring by public institutions of higher education in the state. Seven months later, the governor said no public schools in the state should have this foreign influence either. He said Texas lawmakers should ban foreign funding in public schools…

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BNP leader Mirza Fakhrul Alamgir wins Bangladesh presidential election with 255 votes

Alamgir secured 255 votes in Thursday's presidential election held at the Jatiya Sangsad, Bangladesh's Parliament. His rival, Oli Ahmed, the candidate backed by an 11-party opposition alliance led by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and the National Citizen Party (NCP), received 88 votes. The voting took place between 2 pm and 5 pm…

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Harvard to pay $53 million after human remains donated to its medical school were stolen and sold on the black market

Harvard University has agreed to pay $53 million to settle civil lawsuits brought by families whose relatives donated their bodies to Harvard Medical School for research and education, after parts of those donated remains were stolen and sold in a nationwide black-market scheme. The scandal centred on Cedric Lodge, a…

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In 2020, a Brazilian mother and daughter began collecting discarded bottles; years later, more than 8,000 glass bottles had become the walls of their seven-bedroom home that glows during sunrise

A visionary mother and daughter duo transformed sustainability into an art form, building a seven-room home out of more than 8,000 recycled glass bottles. Incorporating elements like reclaimed wood and toothpaste tubes, this remarkable endeavor addresses the dual challenges of beach pollution and housing shortages in Brazil. Named the Salt…

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Meet Michael Haskell: The 18-year-old who turned $10 storage units into $135,000 business from other people's abandoned belongings

At 18, Michael Haskell has been turning other people's abandoned belongings into a business that brought in about $135,000 in 2025. He buys storage units across the New York tri-state area without knowing exactly what is inside, then sorts through the contents looking for objects that can be resold. The…

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US's secret Hormuz corridor: How America kept ships and oil moving despite Iran's closure

The US military secretly helped commercial tankers navigate the Strait of Hormuz in recent weeks despite Iran's closure of the strategic waterway. The operation allowed millions of barrels of oil to reach global markets each day despite the ongoing war with Iran, according to an Axios report citing two US…

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18-year-old Sydney hiker Lily Hooper found dead after 8-day search in Australian bushland

The body of an 18-year-old Sydney teenager has been found in Australian bushland after an eight-day search.

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Quote of the day by Queen Victoria: "Since it has pleased Providence to place me in this station, I shall do my utmost to…"

Two people can be handed sudden, unwanted responsibility and respond to it in completely different ways. One treats their own inexperience as a disqualifying weakness, something to apologise for or hide behind until they feel fully ready. The other names the inexperience plainly, out loud or in private, and commits…

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In 1912, a Rhode Island woman began recording every day's bird sightings on Block Island; she continued for more than 50 years and left behind one of the island's longest wildlife records

For more than five decades, Elizabeth Dickens kept a detailed account of bird sightings on Block Island. Her comprehensive journals offered insights into local bird populations and their migratory habits while she inspired students through educational efforts about avian life. Dickens' commitment to her craft resulted in invaluable contributions to…

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Jason Arday Death: Nathan Cofnas, who exposed Cambridge scholar's plagiarism, under-fire at his university

Nathan Cofnas, who exposed Jason Arday’s plagiarism, faces ‘appropriate action’ from Ghent University after Arday’s deathGhent University has announced it will take “appropriate action” against one of its postdoctoral researchers, Nathan Cofnas, following the death of Cambridge professor Jason Arday. Cofnas, a philosopher of biology employed at the Belgian university,…

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Reform UK councillor resigns, then withdraws after sending letter to wrong council

A Reform UK councillor who said she had received “very little or no training” for her role has withdrawn her resignation after mistakenly sending her letter to the wrong council.

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In 1936, Beryl Markham took off from England alone hoping to reach New York; 20 hours later ice starved her engine and she crash-landed in Canada after becoming the first woman to fly the Atlantic solo east-to-west

On the evening of 4 September 1936 a turquoise-and-silver monoplane left an airfield in Oxfordshire and set out for the Atlantic. Darkness lay ahead. So did thousands of miles of open water, brutal headwinds and the chance that the aircraft would never return. Beryl Markham, 33, was at the controls…

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In 2017, Germany’s Freiburg opened a city hall with solar-powered walls designed to produce more energy than the building needs

The newly constructed city hall in Freiburg exemplifies sustainability, generating excess energy through high-performance solar panels embedded in its roof and walls. Equipped with top-tier insulation and a heat recovery ventilation system, the facility efficiently optimises energy use. It also leverages groundwater for temperature control. Serving as a model for…

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Beginning in 2009, Mexico submerged hundreds of life-size sculptures; the underwater figures were designed to attract marine life as well as visitors

Near the picturesque shores of Cancún, an extraordinary underwater museum reveals a stunning blend of artistry and nature. Featuring sculptures that have been embraced by marine ecosystems, this site showcases the evolution of art into living reefs. The concrete figures, once solely human forms, now hide among corals and sea…

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China puts AI 'robocops' on traffic duty; one 'Superman' robot claims to be faster than Usain Bolt

China is putting robots to work in real-world policing, with a traffic-control machine in Hangzhou now issuing warnings to motorists and pedestrians. Meanwhile, another Chinese robotics firm has unveiled a humanoid machine whose claimed top speed exceeds Usain Bolt’s 100-metre world-record pace.

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Indian-origin man, woman arrested in Canada over alleged $6,000 extortion during date

An Indian-origin man and woman have been arrested in Brampton, Canada, after a person was allegedly threatened and forced to transfer $6,000 during a date.

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About 30 years ago, an Australian farmer began restoring land he had once cleared after his children told him to protect nature; today 24 bird species live on his farm year-round

About three decades ago, King Island farmer Fred Perry began changing the way he managed his land after his children urged him to protect the environment. Once known for clearing native vegetation, Perry and his wife Shona began fencing and replanting parts of their farm. The long-running effort has restored…

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In 1969, a 25-year-old postponed Harvard to organise the first Earth Day; working with just $190,000, his team mobilised 20 million Americans

Senator Gaylord Nelson's visionary concept for environmental teach-ins ignited the inaugural Earth Day celebration. Coordinated by Denis Hayes alongside enthusiastic student volunteers, this event operated on a modest budget. An impressive twenty million Americans engaged in nationwide demonstrations, prompting the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency. This landmark occasion highlighted…

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In 2022, South Korean researchers grew broccoli beneath solar panels; yield fell around 20%, but consumers preferred its greener appearance

A study from South Korea investigated the cultivation of broccoli under solar panels. This innovative agrivoltaics method demonstrated that while broccoli's nutritional value remained intact, yields experienced a minor reduction due to limited sunlight. Nevertheless, the visual quality was maintained, promising improved financial returns for farmers. This research unveils exciting…

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EDP445 controversy returns as Kern County DA re-examines 2021 “cupcake” incident after new documentary

EDP445 is facing renewed scrutiny after the Kern County District Attorney’s Office reportedly re-examined his 2021 “cupcake” incident following statements featured in Mike Clum’s documentary. The sheriff’s office says it is not actively investigating unless new information emerges. An extended documentary clip also shows Moreland discussing Jeffrey Epstein, Jared Fogle,…

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In 1855, an Ohio man built an eight-sided house with pizza-slice rooms; nearly 150 years later, residents moved the entire structure to save it from demolition

The Gregg-Crites Octagon House, a remarkable eight-sided farmhouse dating back to 1855, was relocated half a mile to avoid demolition. This significant effort safeguarded the historic building, which draws inspiration from a courthouse featuring rooms that spread from a central staircase. Although it faced years of neglect and vandalism, restoration…

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In 1902, a three-year-old girl arrived on Georgia’s Cumberland Island; she remained closely tied to it for decades and later opposed large-scale development

Lucy Carnegie Ricketson Ferguson spent her life on Cumberland Island, a place she fought to preserve. Developers threatened the island's natural beauty in the late 1960s, prompting a conservation campaign. Carnegie descendants and conservation groups united to protect the island from large-scale development. Congress established Cumberland Island National Seashore in…

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As 30% of Japan's temples risk disappearance by 2040, monks are using AI to help people speak with Buddha

By 2040, Japanese temples may face closure due to dwindling religious commitment among the populace. In a bid to attract more visitors spiritually, monks are embracing artificial intelligence to improve operational efficiency and enhance communication with worshippers. While some view AI as a useful guide in matters of faith, others…

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In 1905, doctors told a Seattle shipbuilder he had only months to live; he sold his business for $3.5 million, moved to an island, gave nearly 2,700 acres away and lived another 38 years

Robert Moran, Seattle's former mayor, made a monumental gift of thousands of acres for a state park. Following a serious illness, he relocated to Orcas Island, where he developed picturesque forest lands into a personal estate. His visionary donation led to the establishment of Washington's first state park, named Moran…

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North Korea launches around 10 ballistic missiles amid nuclear warhead concerns

North Korea launched approximately ten ballistic missiles toward the East Sea on Thursday. These launches occurred during ongoing US-South Korea Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercises. South Korea estimates North Korea possesses between eighty and one hundred twenty nuclear warheads. President Trump plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un…

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