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Los Angeles no longer ranks as worst US city for traffic

For years, Los Angeles was almost interchangeable with traffic jams. The unending queues of vehicles on the I-405 and I-10, along with the daily standstills extending over long distances, and…

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Top UN court says countries can sue each other over climate change

Emily Young

In an unprecedented verdict that may transform the accountability of nations concerning environmental damage, the leading international court worldwide has announced that states are allowed to legally dispute each other…

Australia's toxic algae bloom is 'natural disaster'

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‘Natural disaster’: Australia’s toxic algae bloom crisis

Emily Young

A large-scale spread of harmful blue-green algae in several areas of Australia has become a major environmental crisis, leading authorities to declare it a natural disaster. The extent of the…

The pandemic aged our brains, whether we got Covid or not, study finds

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Study: Pandemic impact on brain aging extends beyond Covid cases

Emily Young

New research suggests that the COVID-19 pandemic may have had a profound impact on cognitive health—regardless of whether individuals were infected with the virus. The stress, disruption, and prolonged uncertainty…

A couple were accused of having an ‘illicit’ relationship. Their community allegedly shot them dead

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Accused of ‘Illicit’ Relationship, Couple Allegedly Murdered by Community

Emily Young

In a disturbing incident in southwestern Balochistan, Pakistan, a couple was reportedly executed by local men over an “illicit” relationship—actions allegedly directed by a tribal elder. A video of the…

Congo and Rwanda-backed rebels sign declaration of principles for a permanent ceasefire in the east

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Congo and Rwanda-backed rebels endorse principles for lasting ceasefire in the east

Emily Young

In a region long scarred by conflict, a step toward peace has emerged. Armed factions operating in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), some with alleged backing from neighboring…

Brazil police raid ex-President Bolsonaro’s home, fit ankle tag, citing flight risk concern amid criminal trial

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Ex-President Bolsonaro’s home raided by Brazil police, ankle monitor fitted over flight risk in criminal trial

Emily Young

Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro recently faced intensified legal pressures when federal police raided his home and political party offices in Brasília. Authorities, citing concerns that Bolsonaro might attempt to…

Solar and batteries could help Egypt beat its blackouts

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Egypt’s blackout woes: Are solar and batteries the answer?

Emily Young

Egypt has launched a major renewable energy initiative, marking a significant step in its efforts to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and address ongoing power shortages. The country has commenced…

Why has Japan set up a task force to deal with foreigners?

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What prompted Japan to form a task force for foreigners?

Emily Young

As Japan nears its elections for the national upper house, a fresh issue has surfaced prominently in political discussions: the involvement and status of non-Japanese nationals within Japanese society. Traditionally…

Britain will lower its voting age to 16 in a bid to strengthen democracy

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UK to let 16-year-olds vote to promote stronger democracy

Emily Young

El gobierno del United Kingdom ha declarado formalmente su intención de reducir la edad mínima para votar en todo el país de 18 a 16 años, una reforma importante que…