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Back to SearchSenators approve withholding their own pay during government shutdowns
Senators unanimously approved a resolution to withhold their pay during government shutdowns, an attempt to make federal closures financially painful…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Is the UK’s traditional fish and chip supper under threat?
Britain’s traditional fish and chip supper is under pressure from rising fish prices and tighter catch limits, to the knock-on effects of global conf…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Pediatricians say schools need to make time for recess for kids of all ages
Recess isn’t just a fun break for grade schoolers. It’s crucial to good health and good grades for kids of all ages. That's the message from a leadi…
4 months, 4 weeks ago
Ukrainians seeking cultural escape from war’s brutality find comfort and resilience at Kyiv art fair
A contemporary art fair has been held in the Ukrainian capital with an unusual premise: that art can help a society come to terms with what war has m…
5 months ago
Parasite threatens to halve Canberra’s bee population
Over a thousand beehives in Australia's capital, Canberra, have been wiped out by the Varroa mite, according to local biosecurity officers. The paras…
5 months ago
A Taiwanese town embraces a slow pace of life through a snail race
The Taiwanese town of Fenglin has grown a reputation as a place where life moves slowly, and people can catch their breath. Rather than push against …
5 months ago
Air conditioning battery program for renters could help cities manage grid stress during heat waves
When a heat wave hits, millions of air conditioners switch on at once, straining the electric grid and driving up the risk of outages—and residents' …
5 months ago
Japan’s Sony reports declining profit but expects a record for this year
Japanese electronics and entertainment giant Sony Group Corp. reported a 3.4% drop in its annual profit but projected a comeback to record profits fo…
5 months ago
Extreme heat could impact the World Cup games. Here’s what cities are doing to prepare
As global temperatures rise, extreme heat could threaten athletes, fans, workers, and officials during this year’s World Cup games. Exposure to extr…
5 months ago
AI smart glasses to help visually impaired runners take on the London Marathon
Visually impaired runners are using AI-powered smart glasses as they prepare for the London Marathon. The glasses are not designed specifically for s…
5 months ago