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Australia, weary and shellshocked, is batted into oblivion by a prodigous Indian tyro

The Australian cricket team is facing a tough time in their test match against India, with Yashasvi Jaiswal leading the Indian team to dominance. The Australian bowling attack struggled to contain the Indian openers, and by the end of the second...

Poorer nations temporarily walk out of COP29 summit, but deal struck on carbon trading

Poorer nations temporarily walked out of COP29 summit over loss and damage compensation. A deal was struck on carbon trading, but the current pledges for loss and damage funding are expected to fall short. Loss and Damage Compensation Background Climate finance refers to the...

Bidets save you money and reduce waste — we tested the best options out there

Bidets provide a more hygienic and comfortable alternative to toilet paper, reducing waste and saving money in the long run. With various types available, including attachments, electric bidet seats, and tankless units, consider features like fitment on your toilet and installation...

Damar Hamlin cleared to resume football activities after January cardiac arrest

NFL player Damar Hamlin has been cleared by medical specialists to resume football activities after suffering a cardiac arrest in January. According to the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology, athletes who have been resuscitated from commotio cordis...

Jamie Foxx remains hospitalized nearly a week after ‘medical complication’

Actor Jamie Foxx remains hospitalized after experiencing a medical complication last Tuesday. Quick action and great care are credited with his recovery progress, according to his daughter Corinne Foxx. Production Status Background The actor's daughter, Corinne Foxx, shared on Instagram last week that her...

Deus in machina: Swiss church installs AI-powered Jesus

A Swiss church has installed an AI-powered Jesus, allowing visitors to pose questions and receive real-time answers. Over 1,000 people interacted with the avatar during a two-month period, sparking interest and curiosity among visitors. However, the experiment faced criticism from some...

Jeff Jarvis: ‘Elon Musk’s investment in Twitter seemed insane, but it gave him this power’

Jeff Jarvis, a US media pundit and associate professor at City University of New York, discusses the dangers of overregulation online and the importance of community on the internet. He proposes demoting the geeks who control it to make it more...

Will China become a leader in global climate action?

China plays a crucial role in global greenhouse gas emissions, producing around twice as many emissions as the US. Despite being urged to step up on climate finance and take a leadership role in addressing the climate crisis, China lacks sufficient...

EU climate chief calls draft climate text ‘unacceptable’

EU climate chief Wopke Hoekstra criticized the draft climate text from COP29 as “clearly unacceptable”. Divisions between developing and industrialized countries have been revealed over a financing goal for climate change action in developing nations, with no agreement reached yet. Divisions Between...

Germany: SPD’s Pistorius says he will not run for chancellor

Germany's SPD leader Pistorius announced he will not run for chancellor, supporting current Chancellor Olaf Scholz instead. This decision ends weeks of speculation and opens the way for Scholz to launch a reelection bid. Pistorius, who is 64 years old, said that...

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