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Pete Hegseth vs Scouting America: Why LGBTQ+, girls’ and diversity spaces disappeared after Pentagon pressure

Scouting America removed dedicated diversity spaces from its National Jamboree event. This action followed pressure from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth regarding "woke" policies. The Pentagon threatened to withdraw its century-old support for the youth organization. This decision impacts scouts who previously found community in these areas. The organization faces ongoing…

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‘If a space is cared for, everything improves’: Meet four gardeners transforming their urban communities

From improving biodiversity to managing antisocial behaviour, the benefits of greening towns and cities are massive. These names are leading the charge…

The Guardian - UK

Who Was Surpanakha's Husband? The Hidden Ramayana Truth

When people hear the name Surpanakha, they immediately remember the famous Panchavati episode involving Lord Rama, Goddess Sita, and Lakshmana. But very few know that before this turning point in the Ramayana, Surpanakha had a husband, a family, and a tragic past that shaped her life. His story is rarely…

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"Return of World Cup to Africa after 24 years a landmark milestone": ICC chairman Jay Shah

The 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. This marks the tournament's return to Africa after a 24-year absence. Johannesburg hosted the official unveiling of the tournament's brand and venues. The event will feature 14 teams and a new three-stage format. This prestigious…

The Economic Times

Senate Democrats continue staff diversity survey, despite Trump’s anti-DEI trend

Staff working for Senate Democrats are significantly more diverse than a decade ago, according to the results of their annual survey. Forty-three percent of Senate Democratic staff now identify as nonwhite, up from about a third in 2017, when the survey first began. The report comes as President Donald Trump…

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The Red Panda Is Not a Panda: The Real Taxonomy of This Endangered Himalayan Mammal

The Giant Panda Stole the NameWestern science described the red panda nearly fifty years before anyone in Europe had documented the giant panda. Frédéric Cuvier formally named it Ailurus fulgens in 1825. The name translates from Latin and Greek as "fire-coloured cat", which is at least honest about what it…

Times Life

Pete Hegseth gets his way as Scouting America drops its inclusion spaces

One of Scouting America’s biggest gatherings has eliminated dedicated spaces for gay youth, women and scouts of color as the organization faces from the Pentagon to pull back diversity efforts

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A unique antibody system may help explain bats' unusual tolerance of viruses

Researchers found that vesper bats use two separate sets of genes to build antibodies ‪—‬ a rare evolutionary quirk that may give them different ways to fight infection.

LiveScience

The changing face of diversity in the UK cabinet

Andy Burnham’s first cabinet includes four ministers from visible ethnic minority backgrounds: home secretary Shabana Mahmood, energy security secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh, AI minister Kanishka Narayan, and Lisa Nandy as culture secretary. A decade ago, this team alone would probably have generated headlines. Now, it has barely registered.

The Conversation

Grammys CEO says new 'Asian Pop' category was “created to celebrate the depth, diversity and extraordinary growth of pop artistry coming out of Asia” after BTS rule themselves out

He says intention was to “shine a dedicated spotlight” on important artists

MusicRadar

For 30 years, a Hawaii botanist climbed 3,000-foot sea cliffs without a rope to hand-pollinate tiny flowers and returned months later to collect their seeds

Botanist Steve Perlman undertook dangerous climbs to hand-pollinate rare Hawaiian plants. These unique species face extinction due to habitat loss and invasive threats. His efforts involved scaling treacherous sea cliffs to reach inaccessible plant locations. Seeds collected are stored and cultivated to restore dwindling plant populations. This dedication highlights the…

The Times of India

In the early 1900s, America planted European beachgrass to hold coastal sand in place; it later transformed natural dunes and displaced native wildlife

European beachgrass was introduced to North America over a century ago for dune stabilization. This invasive grass significantly altered coastal dune ecosystems and native plant diversity. Its dense root systems stabilized dunes but disrupted natural sand movement processes. Restoration efforts now focus on removing the grass and re-establishing native vegetation.…

The Times of India

India hockey teams to sport saffron jerseys at FIH World Cup, move sparks debate

Indian hockey teams will wear saffron as their primary jersey at the upcoming World Cup. This change replaces the traditional blue kit and has ignited a debate among former players. Hockey India states the saffron color represents courage, sacrifice, and victory for the nation. The new design incorporates cultural patterns…

The Economic Times

150 years ago, Britishers brought a South American tree to stop desertification in Thar, now it has become a thorny issue in India

Vilayati babul, introduced during colonial times, remains a subject of ongoing debate. This invasive tree provided fuelwood and livelihoods but now threatens native vegetation. Its rapid spread consumes groundwater and restricts grazing areas for local communities. Research indicates a significant decline in plant diversity where it has invaded. The species…

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Quote of the day by J. Robert Oppenheimer, 'The peoples of this world must unite or they will perish' reveals psychology behind unity in diversity, teaches timeless life advice about humanity must prevail over any conflict, pandemic, natural calamity, environmental challenge

Quote of the day by J. Robert Oppenheimer continues to remind us that lasting progress depends not only on intelligence but also on our willingness to work together. Differences will always exist, but shared goals often outweigh shared divisions. In an increasingly interconnected world, the future will likely depend less…

The Economic Times

In the 1960s, giant Red King crabs were introduced to the Barents Sea by the Soviets, then everything changed

Giant red king crabs: Soviet scientists introduced red king crabs to the Barents Sea for a new seafood resource. These crabs successfully established a breeding population and spread rapidly across the region. Their feeding habits have significantly altered seafloor communities and reduced species diversity.

International Business Times UK

MAGA Boycott of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' Backfires After Diverse Cast Powers $639 Million Global Hit

Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' defies boycott calls over diverse casting, achieving $639 million globally. The film's success challenges claims that diversity harms box office performance.

The Times of India

Paramount-Warner Bros. $111 billion merger: Benedict Cumberbatch, Alan Cumming and Benedict Wong urge UK to block deal, warn of job losses and fewer films

Actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Alan Cumming and Benedict Wong have called on the UK government to block the proposed $111 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, warning that the deal could cause "immense harm on the British public" by threatening jobs, independent filmmaking and media diversity. Their comments come as Paramount agreed…

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Europe is becoming too hot for some cold-blooded snakes, but one region could become their last major refuge

Climate change may significantly alter European snake habitats, impacting cold-adapted species. Western Europe faces declining suitability due to rising temperatures and drought conditions. The Balkan Peninsula is projected to become a crucial refuge for snake diversity. This region's varied microclimates offer protection against increasing heat stress. Conservation efforts should prioritize…

The Economic Times

India is where AI gets figured out

India's linguistic, cultural and digital diversity is turning it into a proving ground for artificial intelligence, argues JioStar's chief architect. As AI shifts from showcasing capabilities to solving real-world problems, success will depend on understanding context, intent and human behaviour—making India's complex market a blueprint for global AI innovation.

The Economic Times

A fatal attack on Berlin's Pride festival leaves locals wondering how their city will recover

A terror attack near Berlin's Pride festival left one person dead and many wounded. Authorities identified the suspect as Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German citizen. The incident occurred after celebrations for diversity and equality had concluded. Many attendees expressed shock and sorrow over the violent event. Community members gathered to…

Times Life

Asiatic Lions in Gir Face a Genetic Crisis: What Inbreeding Means for Their Conservation

A Population Built on a Handful of SurvivorsAt the turn of the twentieth century, the Asiatic lion was functionally gone from the Indian subcontinent. The last viable group, fewer than twenty individuals by some estimates, clung to the teak forests of the Gir region in what is now Gujarat, protected…

The Times of India

Brazilian cities planted 1,381 street trees, but 80% were non-native, and neem alone made up 700, raising a quiet biodiversity warning

A Brazilian study reveals exotic invasive trees dominate city street plantings. Indian neem trees were found to be overwhelmingly common in many cities. Native trees support local wildlife and ecosystems more effectively than introduced species. Urban greening efforts must prioritize ecological quality and native vegetation. Cities worldwide should reduce reliance…

Times Life

Silent Valley National Park in Kerala: The Endemic Species and Biodiversity Found Nowhere Else in India

The canopy that was never cutMost of India's forests have been cleared at least once, for timber, agriculture, or infrastructure, and then allowed to regrow. Silent Valley was not. The Kunthipuzha river valley in the Nilgiri hills of Kerala contains one of the last remaining stretches of primary tropical rainforest…

The Economic Times

3000 years ago, a hidden chapter of human history was written in thousands of languages, then fell silent

For a long time, the assumption was that ancient history was a endless sea of thousands of small isolated tribes—meaning language diversity must have started at its highest point and steadily decayed. The new models show a very different story: a massive bell curve where language diversity peaked just 1,000…

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