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Science

Archaeologists uncover bronze foot of Roman emperor in Scotland

Archaeologists have uncovered a bronze foot from a statue of Roman emperor Antoninus Pius in Scotland, indicating the statue was deliberately dismantled during the Roman withdrawal 1,800 years ago. This find...

Live Science · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Science

Brain-IT AI converts brain scans into images, aiding cognitive research.

The AI model Brain-IT can convert brain scans into visual images, aiding researchers in understanding how the brain processes visual information. This advancement offers a non-invasive approach to studying...

Live Science · 2 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

150 homeowners use Cool Calc app to assess heating needs daily

Every day, about 150 new homeowners use the Cool Calc app to determine their home's heat requirements, reflecting a trend toward self-directed heating system choices. Accurate heat loss calculations are...

BBC Business · 2 days ago · 1 min read

Religion & Faith

Pope Leo XIV urges families to prioritize face-to-face interactions in Lima

Pope Leo XIV warned that digital technology is harming family interactions and called for greater gender equality during a conference in Lima, Peru. His message highlights the need for families to prioritize...

Al Jazeera · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Sports

'I don’t feel sorry for you!' - Jamie Carragher delivers brutal verdict on Michael Carrick after Manchester United sacking

Jamie Carragher blasted former Manchester United manager Michael Carrick, saying “I don’t feel sorry for you!” after the club confirmed Carrick’s dismissal on Thursday. Carragher, a former United defender...

Yahoo Sports · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Government approves asylum center for 1,256 men at Piddington base

The government has approved a new asylum-seeker center at a former military base near Piddington, allowing up to 1,256 men to be housed there, despite strong local opposition and plans for legal challenges....

BBC Politics · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Sports

Cade Cunningham scores 52, leads Pistons to double OT win over Wizards

Cade Cunningham scored 52 points, leading the Detroit Pistons to a 144-140 double-overtime victory against the Washington Wizards, marking his historic performance as the first player to score 50 points and...

Al Jazeera · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Welsh Parliament bans smart glasses over speech concerns, pending review

Smart glasses have been banned in the Welsh Parliament after concerns were raised about their potential use for speeches, despite a previous allowance as teleprompters. Members of the Senedd cannot request...

BBC Politics · 2 days ago · 1 min read

War & Conflict

Gulf defense ministers establish forward command in Kuwait to enhance security

Gulf defense ministers established a forward command in Kuwait to enhance regional security amid ongoing threats from Iran, including missile strikes. This initiative aims to create a resilient defense...

Al Jazeera · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Entertainment

Producers seek new James Bond after Daniel Craig's departure

The search for the next James Bond, following Daniel Craig's departure, is igniting discussions about the character's future amid changing societal values. The choice of the new Bond actor could significantly...

France 24 · 2 days ago · 1 min read

Technology

Google introduces new feature for data exploration in Sheets without access

Google Sheets has rolled out a new sharing feature that lets users let others explore data insights without giving them full spreadsheet access. The update was announced on Tuesday by Google’s product team and...

Android Authority · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Health

Charlie Clarke advocates for surgery after congenital chest deformity diagnosis

Charlie Clarke, 26, is one of 85 people in Northern Ireland waiting for surgery to correct a congenital chest deformity that compresses her heart and lungs. The Department of Health is addressing long waiting...

BBC Health · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Critics call London Youth Guarantee a failure after 1,100 of 2,600 find work

Only 1,100 of 2,600 Londoners in the Youth Guarantee Trailblazer secured work or education by June 2026, prompting critics to label the scheme a failure. This low success rate intensifies debate over whether...

BBC Politics · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Science

JWST resolves 1,200 stars in Andromeda's NGC 206

JWST captured NGC 206, a 12-million-year-old cluster of 1,200 massive stars in Andromeda, resolving individual stars previously blurred by Hubble. This precision allows astronomers to map the cluster’s age...

NASA · 2 days ago · 1 min read

Environment

SS United States scuttled off Destin to create largest artificial reef

The historic SS United States was scuttled off Destin, Florida, to create the world’s largest artificial reef after years of failed restoration efforts. This project aims to support marine life and enhance...

Al Jazeera · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

James Talarico calls for bipartisan reforms with Trump in Texas

Texas Democrat James Talarico is urging bipartisan cooperation with President Trump to tackle issues like school funding and infrastructure, aiming to make the president's final years productive. His approach...

Al Jazeera · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Markets & Finance

Bitcoin drops below $26,000 as Strategy and Metaplanet lose MSCI membership

Bitcoin has dropped to a 12-week low below $26,000, primarily due to concerns over Nvidia's CEO departure and declining mining hardware demand, resulting in a significant market cap loss. Additionally, two...

The Block · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Politics

Jensen Huang resigns, agrees to testify amid U.S.-China espionage concerns

Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, resigned and agreed to testify before Congress amid an investigation into an alleged affair with a Chinese intelligence operative, raising espionage concerns that could further...

CNBC Finance · 2 days ago · 2 min read

Entertainment

Laika's "Wildwood" surpasses $60 million in global box office sales

Laika's film "Wildwood" has exceeded $60 million in global box office sales, with $41.86 million from North America and $19.06 million internationally. This success highlights a growing audience interest in...

Variety · 2 days ago · 1 min read

Entertainment

Quentin Tarantino fires Mélanie Laurent, Isabelle Huppert from 'Inglourious Basterds

Quentin Tarantino fired Mélanie Laurent and Isabelle Huppert from "Inglourious Basterds" because they didn't fit the roles, emphasizing his commitment to casting the best actors. This decision ultimately led...

Hollywood Reporter · 2 days ago · 1 min read