A daring art heist has sent shockwaves across Europe after a priceless cultural heirloom was…
Category: 9. Sci-Tech
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Earth’s temporary mini-moon might have actually been a piece of the Moon
Earth has its fair share of fleeting companions. But sometimes, these so-called “mini-moons” have a surprising origin story. Take 2024 PT5, a bus-sized asteroid that drifted near Earth last year. Recent research reveals this might…
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Ancient British coins taken as ‘spoils of war’ by Romans found in Holland
Dozens of ancient coins believed to have been stolen by Roman troops during the conquest of
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Rare spotted hyena makes an appearance after 5,000 years, killed by loca
A rare spotted hyena was discovered in Egypt for the first time in nearly 5,000 years, astonishing scientists and raising questions about climate change and animal migration. The hyena was found in Wadi Yahmeeb, approximately 30 kilometers…
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CIA concludes COVID-19 more likely originated from lab leak than natural
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) recently assessed that the COVID-19 pandemic is more likely to have originated from a laboratory leak in Wuhan, China, though it maintains low confidence in the judgment and continues to consider both…
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How often do you really need to wash your towels? Experts weigh in
Recent studies raised concerns about towel hygiene and the frequency of washing towels. A study published in 2020 with 100 participants found that approximately one-third of them washed their towels only once a month, according to BBC News….
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Why don’t you remember all your dreams?
Some mornings, waking up might feel like interrupting a vivid alternate universe. You open your eyes to reality, but the dream you were having still lingers clearly in your memory, complete with characters and plot points. Other days, waking…
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Why do we crave sugar? New research highlights gut reaction
Researchers from Jiangnan University in China conducted a study suggesting that gut microbes, particularly the bacterium Bacteroides vulgatus, may play a role in sugar cravings and blood sugar regulation, potentially offering natural…
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17 dead of suspected cadmium poisoning in Kashmir village
A central inter-ministerial team continued its investigation on Friday, into the mysterious deaths of 17 people in Budhal village, in Kashmir. The fatalities, which include 13 children aged between three and 15, caused widespread panic…
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