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The pigeon fanciers of the Bronze Age
Why pigeons deserve more respect.
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‘Soccer’ is a fine term for the beautiful game – don’t let any ‘football’ snob or president tell you otherwise this World Cup
‘Soccer’ originated as a slang term in the 1880s and continues to be used around the world today. So why are some people squeamish about the term?
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Who can carry a kirpan in the UK? Religion, law and the question of risk
There is a widespread misunderstanding that all Sikhs are required to wear a kirpan.
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Coloradans are getting squeezed by credit cards while trying to navigate high costs
About a third of Americans report using high-interest credit cards for everyday expenses as costs continue to rise.
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Bison restoration efforts and grazing rights hinge on one question: Are bison wildlife?
Approximately 400,000 bison roam the North American landscape today, of which nearly 90% are considered livestock.
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Dopamine menus: can small pleasures help us get unstuck?
For some neurodivergent people, motivation isn’t just about willpower. A growing trend known as ‘dopamine menus’ offers a way to access rewarding activities.
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Sudan peace: the shadow of the al-Bashir regime looms over talks
A new peace initiative has put the future of Sudan’s Islamist movement at the centre of post-war politics.
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Irregular heartbeat risk much lower in super-fit people than previously thought
Being fit is also associated with many cardiovascular benefits – including lower risk of cardiovascular diseases.
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Reaction to Henry Nowak murder shows why the government needs to channel a real ‘common sense’
Trying to outflank Reform UK won’t work – and could just make tensions worse.
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Eroding a virtue: AI trains people to expect instant answers – and that’s bad news for patience
Patience is a virtue that researchers have linked to many parts of well-being. But it’s also something that needs a bit of practice and training – and can be undermined by instant, easy gratification.
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We analyzed historical paper currency to uncover early anti-counterfeiting techniques and materials innovations
Ben Franklin led an effort to print paper bills in the American colonies, after a coin shortage constrained the economy.
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From oversight to coercion: How authoritarian governments are twisting AI safety to get tech companies to fall in line
Authoritarian governments, including the Trump administration, are reorienting AI safety provisions away from protecting the public toward coercing support for the regime.