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US President Donald Trump has threatened strikes on Iran’s underground Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility amid escalating tensions. The deeply buried site near Natanz remains inaccessible to UN inspectors, raising concerns over uranium enrichment capabilities and challenges for potential military operations
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The US and Russia opposed a new UN Political Declaration on AIDS, signalling growing politicisation of the global HIV response. Experts warn that shifting priorities, reduced funding and culture-war debates could weaken support for vulnerable communities and threaten decades of progress
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But one thing survived all of it. One thing that every central bank in the world is quietly accumulating — while publicly calling it irrelevant. That which cannot be manufactured.
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India has amended its Foreign Trade Policy to create a legal framework for prohibiting imports of goods produced using forced labour. The move aligns India's trade regime with global labour standards and comes amid a US Section 301 probe into countries that lack explicit bans on such imports
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What your grandmother understood about money that the world’s most powerful institutions are only rediscovering now
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Thirty years after Dolly the sheep became the first cloned mammal, cloning has evolved from a sci-fi idea into a biotechnology tool. Scientists now use cloning for disease research, conservation and agriculture, while challenges remain in efficiency, ethics, extinct species revival and human cloning
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An exploration of popcorn's journey from an ancient snack to the world's favourite cinema treat traces its rise alongside the film industry. The article also highlights regional movie snacks, including choc tops in Australasia and roasted ants in Colombia
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Researchers have discovered that southern right whale mothers in Australian waters often rest upside-down during calving season. The unusual behavior may help conserve energy, regulate nursing or prevent overheating, offering new insights into protecting the recovering whale population
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Astronomers have identified TOI-2155b, a rare celestial object about 80.6 times Jupiter’s mass, lying on the boundary between a brown dwarf and a star. Its study could improve understanding of how stars ignite and where the stellar mass threshold begins
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A heatwave occurs when the average temperature is unusually hot for three or more days in a row. That's compared to past weather data taken from the same location
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Choosing the wrong lender, opting for a longer tenure, overlooking legal checks and ignoring hidden costs can make a home loan far more expensive. Understanding these common mistakes and reviewing loan terms regularly can help borrowers reduce repayment costs over time
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Leaders of the G7 nations gather in Evian-les-Bains, France, amid discussions on the Iran peace deal, Ukraine conflict, trade, energy security, artificial intelligence and China. US President Donald Trump faces key talks with allies on global challenges
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Renewed interest in UFOs and extraterrestrial life has followed recent UAP disclosures and the film Disclosure Day. Scientists argue aliens may exist elsewhere in the universe, but immense distances, energy requirements, and biological challenges make regular visits to Earth highly improbable
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As G7 leaders meet in France, debate grows over China’s exclusion from the group despite its massive economic influence. While China’s global clout makes it central to G7 discussions, its authoritarian system and geopolitical differences remain major barriers to membership
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Children often learn conflict-resolution and bullying behaviours by observing adults, researchers say. Exposure to threats, manipulation or aggression at home can increase bullying tendencies, while modelling kindness, respect, teamwork and positive communication helps children develop healthier relationships and resist bullying
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Xi Jinping is set to visit North Korea for the first time in nearly seven years to meet Kim Jong Un. The talks aim to strengthen China–North Korea ties amid shifting alliances involving Russia, nuclear policy concerns, and regional geopolitical competition
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CBSE will implement the NEP 2020 three-language formula for Class 9 from July 2026, requiring students to study three languages, including two Indian languages. The policy revives debates over multilingual education, English classification, languages, and Tamil Nadu’s opposition to Hindi
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Vitamin D plays a vital role in bone health, calcium absorption, muscle function, and immunity. Experts warn deficiency remains common despite abundant sunlight, while excessive supplementation may pose health risks. Moderate sun exposure, diet, and medical guidance are recommended for maintaining healthy vitamin D levels
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Growing dissatisfaction with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has triggered speculation over his leadership future, with Wes Streeting, Angela Rayner, and Andy Burnham emerging as potential successors. Labour faces internal divisions, public discontent, and mounting economic pressures amid fears of prolonged political instability
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The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 following allegations of irregularities has left more than 22 lakh students awaiting fresh examination dates and further instructions. The NTA has confirmed a re-exam, while the Centre has ordered a CBI probe into the matter
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India’s gold imports hit a record $71.98 billion in 2025-26 despite lower import volumes, driven mainly by soaring global prices and safe-haven demand amid West Asia tensions. Rising imports widened India’s trade deficit, prompting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to urge austerity and postpone gold purchases
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Digital detox is emerging as a growing trend as people take breaks from social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube to reduce overstimulation, improve focus, and manage mental fatigue caused by constant scrolling, notifications, and online comparison culture
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Donald Trump announced plans to reduce US troop presence in Europe, including a drawdown in Germany, challenging NATO strategy. The move shifts focus toward China and homeland defence, raising concerns over European security amid ongoing global tensions
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The viral “typoglycemia” claim misrepresents how reading works. Rather than relying only on first and last letters, the brain uses context, pattern recognition, and prediction to interpret scrambled words. Readability depends on structure, familiar patterns, and sentence context, not a fixed rule
