International
- Dec- 2023 -15 December
Pakistan grants extension for Afghan refugees moving to Western Nations
Responding to international pressure, Pakistan has extended the deadline for the deportation of undocumented Afghan refugees awaiting relocation to Western…
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Maldives blocks India’s hydrographic survey in its maritime territory
After previously issuing threats to expel Indian soldiers, the Maldives has opted not to renew an agreement with India for…
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COP28: Climate target of limiting global heating to 1.5C above preindustrial levels appear under threat
As leaders convened for the COP28 summit to address climate challenges, the ambitious goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C…
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New simulations reveal that the shapes of impact craters on Earth may have been influenced by asteroids
New simulations have shed light on the varied shapes of impact craters on Earth, such as Arizona’s Barringer Crater, suggesting…
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Critics Choice Awards 2024 complete list of nominees is finally out
The complete list of nominees for the Critics Choice Awards 2024 in the film category has been revealed, with Greta…
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Scientists finally finds out what keeps female meerkats at the top of their game
Despite their cute appearance, meerkats exhibit a dark and deadly side, particularly among females vying for dominance within their social…
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Hong Kong researchers claim to have found a ‘Miracle’ treatment that reduces late-stage liver cancer
A groundbreaking treatment, claimed to be the first of its kind in the world, has been developed by a team…
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Scientists take a closer look at the rock from outer space and they are stumped. Here’s why
Over a month after NASA revealed the sample collected from asteroid Bennu, scientists are astonished by the discovery of a…
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Discovery: atmosphere of Mars dramatically ballooned due to a powerful gust of solar wind
In a remarkable event observed by the MAVEN spacecraft, Mars experienced a dramatic expansion of its atmosphere on December 26,…
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NASA reveals that a Bus-sized asteroid is set to fly by Earth
A bus-sized asteroid, designated Asteroid 2023 XH7 by NASA, is on track to pass relatively close to Earth, according to…
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NASA to glean into and boost our understanding of Earth’s atmosphere with its PACE mission
NASA is preparing to launch the Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) mission in early 2024, aiming to advance our…
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Plans are afoot to build giant lighthouses on the Moon. Here’s why
The Moon, a source of fascination for centuries, is becoming the focus of new exploration initiatives aimed at studying its…
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NASA announce that its Perseverance rover has completed the job that it was assigned to do
NASA announced that its Perseverance rover has successfully completed its primary mission, marking its 1,000th Martian day on the Red…
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As per a new study cats eat more than 2,000 species globally
Cats, beloved household pets, are also revealed as formidable hunters, consuming over 2,000 species globally, raising conservation concerns, according to…
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The Royal Mint introduces a new series of coins featuring dinosaurs
The Royal Mint, in collaboration with the United Kingdom’s Natural History Museum, has launched a new series of collectible 50p…
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Australian woman in prison for the death of her four children has her convictions formally quashed by a court
A 56-year-old Australian woman, Kathleen Folbigg, who had been serving a 20-year prison sentence for the deaths of her four…
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198 Countries unite for the start of the fossil fuel exit era
The conclusion of the 28th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP28) in Dubai marked a pivotal moment with the establishment…
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Study: Wildfires can release a toxic, cancer-causing chemical into the air we breathe
A recent study reveals that wildfires in the United States may be converting benign forms of chromium into cancer-causing hexavalent…
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World’ second oldest woman at 116 passes away
On December 12, the world said goodbye to Fusa Tatsumi, the second oldest woman at the age of 116, as…
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China’s President Xi Jinping to meet Vietnamese leaders
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to meet with Vietnamese leaders on the second day of his state visit to…
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Nations adopt first-ever deal to transition away from fossil fuels
Countries participating in the United Nations climate summit, COP28, in Dubai have adopted a groundbreaking agreement that, for the first…
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Report: Meta Platforms used thousands of pirated books to train its AI models
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, faces a copyright lawsuit alleging the use of thousands of pirated…
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Confirmed case of diphtheria in UK prompts urgent warnings for parents to exercise caution
A confirmed case of diphtheria, a rare and potentially severe bacterial infection, has been reported at Wigmore Primary School in…
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Orion re-enters Earth at 32 times the speed of sound
To commemorate the anniversary of the iconic re-entry of NASA’s Orion spacecraft during the Artemis I mission on December 11…
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Stephen Colbert is back to hosting TV shows after corrective surgery for a ruptured appendix
Stephen Colbert has made a triumphant return to hosting The Late Show after taking a three-week break to recover from…
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Former European Council president Donald Tusk sworn in as Poland’s new prime minister
Newly appointed Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s government in Poland was officially sworn in by the country’s president, marking a significant…
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Study: New Zealand at risk of tsunami waves as high as 92 feet every 580 years
A groundbreaking study conducted by a team of experts from Victoria University of Wellington has assessed the threat of colossal…
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Discovery: Pacific sea was terrorised by a giant monster ‘blue dragon’ 72 million years ago
Around 72 million years ago, the Pacific seas were home to a giant marine reptile known as the “blue dragon,”…
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The director of the Miss Nicaragua pageant steps down from her position
Karen Celebertti, director of the Miss Nicaragua pageant, has resigned from her position around 10 days after being accused of…
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Study claims that longer daily commute is linked to poor mental health
Enduring long commutes, a universally disdained aspect of urban living, is not merely an inconvenience rife with noise, air pollution,…
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Everything you need to know about Steve and Picket Fence disguised as auroras
The night sky phenomenon known as Steve, or Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement, along with the luminous green “picket fence,”…
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Study claims that these living things were quietly preserving the Great Wall of China for ages
For centuries, the Great Wall of China has stood as an iconic testament to China’s dynastic power, embodying both innovation…
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One of the largest reservoirs of water discovered, but not on Earth
In a groundbreaking revelation, scientists have unearthed one of the universe’s most colossal reservoirs of water, a discovery not within…
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Good news for meteor enthusiasts. Celestial delight is on the way!
Exciting news awaits avid meteor enthusiasts as the celestial stage is set for a spectacular display of meteor showers. If…
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Study says that green spaces slow down ageing at cellular level
Immersing ourselves in natural surroundings has been associated with a myriad of health advantages, spanning from improved mental well-being to…
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