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Apr 06 2026SCIENCE

Tracking Carbon in Global Waters: What Controls Isotope Levels?

Scientists have mapped how carbon isotopes behave in lakes and rivers worldwide, revealing surprising patterns tied to location and climate. By analyzing thousands of water samples from nearly 2, 000 spots, they found that tropical waters tend to show heavier carbon signatures, while cooler regions

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Plastic Additive Linked to Millions of Early Births

Di‑2‑ethylhexylphthalate, a chemical that softens plastic, may be behind almost two million preterm births each year. A study by researchers in New York used data from 200 countries to estimate that 1. 97 million premature deliveries in 2018 were connected to mothers exposed to this substance, about

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Why global health research needs more regional voices

Medical research shapes how countries handle health problems, but most studies come from wealthy nations. This leaves poorer countries with solutions that don’t always fit their needs. Local journals help change that by making research more accessible and practical for communities that need it most.

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

A Life That Shaped Medicine and the World

Barry Bloom was a chemist who turned into a pioneer of immunology and global health. When he found out he had pancreatic cancer, he chose to become a patient who also studied his own treatment. He joined clinical trials, read the research papers himself, and asked questions at every appointment.

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Mar 28 2026BUSINESS

PlayStation Prices Jump Again: What It Means for Gamers

"The latest price hike on the PlayStation 5 marks the second increase in less than a year. Sony has raised the cost of the standard console to $649. 99 and the digital edition to $599. 99 in the United States, while the high‑end PS5 Pro now costs $899. 99. Similar changes were made in the United Kin

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Mar 26 2026BUSINESS

Global Trade’s New Path: What the WTO Director‑General Says

The leader of the World Trade Organization spoke at a big meeting in Cameroon. She said the old way of doing trade is gone for good. Countries must plan new rules for a future that looks very different. Most trade still follows WTO rules—about 72 percent. A bright point is the rise of trad

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Mar 26 2026POLITICS

Countries urge action on slavery reparations

The United Nations recently passed a resolution recognizing the trafficking of enslaved Africans as humanity’s worst crime. This historic vote calls for countries to provide reparations—such as financial compensation, cultural restitution, and official apologies—to address centuries of oppression.

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Future‑Ready Kids: A New Tech Alliance

A new global meeting kicked off to help kids learn about technology safely and well. More than forty‑five world leaders, from France to Kenya, gathered to talk about how artificial intelligence and digital skills affect children today. The host, a former first lady, said the meeting was histor

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Mar 20 2026BUSINESS

Energy Shock: Which Nations Stand Most at Risk

The ongoing conflict in Iran threatens to spark a global energy crunch that could ripple through economies worldwide. Some countries are more vulnerable than others, depending on how they use and import energy. In Europe, memories of the 2022 war in Ukraine still echo. Germany’s manufacturing secto

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Mar 16 2026FINANCE

New Online Banking Platform Lets Users Move Money Anytime, Anywhere

A new digital banking system has appeared on the market. The platform is owned by Providence Trust Inc, a company that wants to make money handling simple for people all over the world. The service works on computers and phones, so users can check their balances, send money, or apply for a loan when

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