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Science

Scientist's Journey in Flint Water Crisis

Dr. Siddhartha Roy became a hero for speaking out about Flint's water. Later, new evidence changed how people viewed him.

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World

UK Weather: Dry Days Ahead

The UK will experience ten days of dry weather after heavy rain last week. High pressure will bring calm conditions, but fog may cause travel issues.

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Culture

Remembering Stephen Kovacevich, a Great Pianist

Stephen Kovacevich, a famous pianist, passed away at 86. He was known for his beautiful and intense performances.

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Science

Peta Exposes Monkey Experiments at University

Peta released footage showing distressing experiments on infant monkeys at the University of Washington, raising ethical concerns about animal research.

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Technology

Tech is Changing Farming Today

Technology is changing farming. Farmers use apps and machines to help with cows and crops.

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Culture

Bowie's Lost Concert Film Returns in 2027

Brett Morgen has remastered lost footage of David Bowie's 1978 concerts for a 2027 arena show. The film promises a unique multimedia experience.

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Science

Citizen Science Tracks Shoreline Changes

Citizen scientists use cameras to help researchers track changes in shorelines. This project monitors coastal erosion and beach conditions worldwide.

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Technology

AI Changes Jobs at Anthropic

Anthropic's report shows how AI is changing work. Experts are skeptical about the impact of these changes.

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Culture

BBC Cuts Education Editor Role Amid Job Losses

The BBC will combine the education and social affairs editor roles to save money, which many school leaders find regrettable.

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Science

Japan Launches Mission to Mars's Moon Phobos

Japan has launched a spacecraft to collect rocks from Phobos, a moon of Mars. This mission aims to learn about the origins of the solar system and life on Earth.

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Business

Tesla's Earnings Surprise and Merger Talk

Tesla reports better earnings than expected, and Musk suggests a merger with SpaceX.

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Health

AI Tool Predicts Cancer Survival from Selfies

A new AI tool can predict cancer survival chances using just a selfie. This innovation could help doctors make better treatment decisions.

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Science

Japan's Historic Mission to Martian Moon Phobos

Japan plans to launch a spacecraft to collect samples from Phobos, a moon of Mars. This mission aims to explore the origins of the moons and life in the solar system.

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Technology

Elon Musk Unveils First Flying Car

Elon Musk has revealed Tesla's flying car, the Roadster 2, which can accelerate from 0 to 60mph in less than a second. This prototype uses SpaceX technology and features advanced controls.

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Health

Concerns Over Russian Plague Case

A lab worker's death in Russia raises fears of pneumonic plague and biological weapons research.

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World

Brazil's Amazon Deforestation Rates Fall

Brazil's Amazon deforestation rates have dropped significantly ahead of the presidential election, with President Lula aiming for zero illegal deforestation by 2030.

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Technology

Belfast Harbour Invests in Zero-Emission Transport

Belfast Harbour is investing £15 million in a project to test zero-emission transport technologies. This project aims to connect electric vessels and energy systems to improve efficiency.

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Health

Los Angeles Faces Mosquito Crisis

Los Angeles is experiencing a severe mosquito problem, leading to health concerns and discomfort for residents. The situation is worsened by heatwaves and humidity.

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Culture

50 Years of Change for Diverse Artists

The impact of Naseem Khan's report on British arts is still felt today, as black and Asian artists gain recognition and support.

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Science

Learning Languages Through Sounds

A new study shows that focusing on sounds helps people learn languages better than memorizing words and grammar.

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