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entertainment2 min read10/14/2026The mystery programme that expanded Leonard Nimoy’s career
In Search Of gave Leonard Nimoy recognition beyond Spock and influenced later programmes investigating unexplained events.
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business2 min read10/14/2026Clear labels can help shoppers trust unusual-looking food
Research suggests that shoppers need confidence in food quality before discounts or environmental benefits can persuade them to buy.
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culture2 min read10/14/2026Mai’s portrait brings eighteenth-century history to Los Angeles
The Getty Center is displaying Joshua Reynolds’ portrait of Mai, whose visit to Britain inspired fascination and competing ideas about Pacific societies.
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curious2 min read10/13/2026A familiar face on another team leads to a family reunion
A teammate noticed that Samantha Rensvold looked like an opposing player. A conversation between their mothers confirmed that the two players were sisters.
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technology2 min read10/13/2026False social media challenge brings enquiries to luxury hotel
Ambiente Sedona faced questions about a supposed month-long challenge offering large cash prizes, although the offer did not exist.
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business2 min read10/13/2026AI could transform US work, with skills posing a major challenge
McKinsey estimates that AI could handle more than half of US work hours by 2035. Although total employment could grow, many workers may need training or a different occupation.
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business2 min read10/13/2026Economics Nobel recognises research on expectations
Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford received the economics Nobel for explaining how expectations shape economic decisions. Their findings have influenced how central banks manage crises and communicate their plans.
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environment2 min read10/13/2026Greek island switches to mostly renewable electricity
An EU-funded energy project supplies 91% of Agios Efstratios’s electricity from wind and solar power, with batteries and hot-water storage helping to use surplus energy.
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health2 min read10/13/2026New drainage route could help explain how the eye removes waste
Canadian researchers have found a route that carries fluid away from the back of the eye in mice. The discovery could support research into diseases that cause permanent sight loss.
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technology2 min read10/13/2026Greece proposes social media age limit of 15
A proposed Greek law would ban under-15s from social media and make platforms responsible for checking users’ ages without collecting unnecessary personal information.
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entertainment2 min read10/13/2026Powderfinger plan comeback tour after 17-year break
The Brisbane rock band will begin its Australian tour next September, with every show taking place in a huge tent.
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culture1 min read10/13/2026The unexpected history of Mongolian chicken
The name of Mongolian chicken traces back to Wu Zhaonan, a comedian who wanted to name his dish after Beijing.
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health2 min read10/12/2026Football's financial growth is not reaching all women players
Fifpro says low wages, uncertain employment and a lack of mental health support remain serious problems in women's football.
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curious2 min read10/12/2026Scottish island offers a remote home with practical challenges
Hildasay is on sale for £350,000 (€414,000), offering natural scenery and basic accommodation without a mains electricity connection.
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culture2 min read10/12/2026The search for Columbus's first settlement
La Navidad was built using wood from Columbus's damaged ship. Researchers have identified a possible site in Haiti, but its exact location remains uncertain.
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business2 min read10/12/2026AI investment supports growth but brings changes to jobs
The IMF says AI spending is helping the global economy grow by about 3% annually. Asian equipment producers benefit, while young workers face fewer opportunities in routine jobs.
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environment2 min read10/12/2026Restored dam reduces disputes over water in Torla
A more reliable water supply is helping farmers and cattle herders work together in northern Ivory Coast.
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science2 min read10/12/2026WorMa robot changes its weight balance to climb and swim
A worm-like robot uses water inside its body to adapt its movement to rough ground, steps and water.
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business1 min read7/13/2026Memory chip market may face a major shortage
The head of SK Hynix says the memory chip market could face its biggest supply shortage ever in 2027. He links the risk to strong demand from artificial intelligence and says the problem may last for a long time.
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world-news1 min read7/13/2026Bangkok bar fire kills at least 27
Thai authorities say a fire at a bar in Bangkok killed at least 27 people. Officials said the fire spread quickly, and many victims were found in the back of the building.
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