The United States strongly condemns the attack today from Rwanda Defense Forces (RDF) and M23 positions on the Mugunga camp for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This attack has caused the deaths of at least nine persons and wounded at least 33 others, many of whom were women and […]
Continue ReadingSweden is on high alert ahead of Eurovision next week, and specifically Malmo where the event will be held. This is due to Israel’s participation in the competition and an anti-Israeli and pro-Palestinian sentiment that pervaded the city, as well as among many of the competition’s fans. During the coming week, approximately one hundred […]
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There is still so much we don’t understand about the origin of life on Earth. The definition of life itself is a source of debate among scientists, but most researchers agree on the fundamental ingredients of a living cell. Water, energy, and a few essential elements are the prerequisites for cells to emerge. However, the […]
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Rebecca will join Research England at the start of September and will lead the team responsible for the development and delivery of REF 2028 on behalf of all four UK higher education funding bodies. Rebecca brings almost 20 years’ experience of working in research strategy, policy and delivery. This includes several roles at the Economic […]
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A companion bill to the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) was introduced in the House last month. Despite minor changes, it suffers from the same fundamental flaws as its Senate counterpart. At its core, this bill is still an unconstitutional censorship bill that restricts protected online speech and gives the government the power to target […]
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In 2024, social good trends are increasingly shaping the strategies of businesses across sectors, emphasizing sustainability and inclusivity. This year, companies are leveraging their platforms to launch products and initiatives that not only appeal to consumers’ preferences but also address broader societal and environmental issues. One significant trend is the integration of environmental stewardship into […]
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For Immediate ReleaseMay 4, 2024 The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Shejal Pulivarti: From May 1 to May 3, Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman traveled to Ukraine to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to the country’s economic recovery and Euro-Atlantic integration. During her trip, which immediately followed the enactment of $61 billion in new supplemental […]
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05/04/2024 01:21 PM EDT Office of the Spokesperson Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment Jose W. Fernandez will travel to Vilnius, Lithuania, May 6-7, 2024, to participate in the high-level Building Resilient Economy and Resisting Economic Coercion (REC) conference hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania. The conference aims […]
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Starvation in early life can cause poor bone health and metabolic aberrations in bone minerals, leading to abnormal bone development. Since Holocaust survivors were exposed to starvation and malnutrition before and during World War II, a team of Albanian researchers has conducted a meta-analysis to present the current state of knowledge on the osteoporosis risk […]
Continue ReadingAt the High Level Dialogue on Climate Change between the European Union and Japan, senior officials agreed to deepen their bilateral co-operation, work together towards achieving climate neutrality and tackling climate-related challenges. The meeting was co-chaired by Kurt Vandenberghe – Director General at the Directorate General for Climate Action at the European Commission and Yutaka […]
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