Istanbul's Maiden's Tower Reopens After Extensive Restoration
Maiden's Tower, a historic Istanbul landmark spanning 2,500 years and recently reopened after restoration, attracts tourists to its unique location at the Bosphorus Strait, serving as a customs post, defense tower, lighthouse, and more, in a city that saw 23 million international visitors in 2024.
Istanbul's Maiden's Tower Reopens After Extensive Restoration
Maiden's Tower, a historic Istanbul landmark spanning 2,500 years and recently reopened after restoration, attracts tourists to its unique location at the Bosphorus Strait, serving as a customs post, defense tower, lighthouse, and more, in a city that saw 23 million international visitors in 2024.
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Stimulant Medications Most Effective for Adult ADHD, Study Finds
A new study of nearly 15,000 adults with ADHD found that stimulant medications and atomoxetine were more effective than placebos at reducing core symptoms over 12 weeks, while non-pharmacological treatments showed mixed results, highlighting the need for further research into long-term effectiveness...
Stimulant Medications Most Effective for Adult ADHD, Study Finds
A new study of nearly 15,000 adults with ADHD found that stimulant medications and atomoxetine were more effective than placebos at reducing core symptoms over 12 weeks, while non-pharmacological treatments showed mixed results, highlighting the need for further research into long-term effectiveness...
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Filipina Freed From Indonesian Death Row After Prisoner Exchange
After nearly 15 years on death row in Indonesia for drug trafficking, Filipina Mary Jane Fiesta Veloso returned home on Wednesday following a prisoner exchange agreement between the Philippines and Indonesia, avoiding execution and offering testimony against a criminal syndicate.
Filipina Freed From Indonesian Death Row After Prisoner Exchange
After nearly 15 years on death row in Indonesia for drug trafficking, Filipina Mary Jane Fiesta Veloso returned home on Wednesday following a prisoner exchange agreement between the Philippines and Indonesia, avoiding execution and offering testimony against a criminal syndicate.
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Seabound's Onboard Carbon Capture System for Cargo Ships
Seabound, a UK climate tech startup, developed an onboard carbon capture device for cargo ships, capturing 80% of carbon and 90% of sulfur using calcium oxide pebbles; the company aims for commercial launch before 2025.
Seabound's Onboard Carbon Capture System for Cargo Ships
Seabound, a UK climate tech startup, developed an onboard carbon capture device for cargo ships, capturing 80% of carbon and 90% of sulfur using calcium oxide pebbles; the company aims for commercial launch before 2025.
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Emilia Pérez" Leads Oscar Contenders with Six Potential Nominations
A shortlist for the 97th Academy Awards reveals "Emilia Pérez" as a frontrunner with potential nominations in six categories, followed by "Wicked" with four; nominations will be announced on January 17, 2024, with the ceremony on March 2, 2024.
Emilia Pérez" Leads Oscar Contenders with Six Potential Nominations
A shortlist for the 97th Academy Awards reveals "Emilia Pérez" as a frontrunner with potential nominations in six categories, followed by "Wicked" with four; nominations will be announced on January 17, 2024, with the ceremony on March 2, 2024.
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Shooting at Wisconsin Christian School Leaves Two Dead, Six Injured
A shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday, resulted in two deaths and six injuries; a juvenile suspect was also found dead.
Shooting at Wisconsin Christian School Leaves Two Dead, Six Injured
A shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday, resulted in two deaths and six injuries; a juvenile suspect was also found dead.
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Biodegradable Sponge Shows Promise in Removing Microplastics
Chinese scientists created a biodegradable sponge from squid bones and cotton that removed up to 99.9% of microplastics in lab tests, offering a potential solution to the escalating global microplastic pollution crisis.
Biodegradable Sponge Shows Promise in Removing Microplastics
Chinese scientists created a biodegradable sponge from squid bones and cotton that removed up to 99.9% of microplastics in lab tests, offering a potential solution to the escalating global microplastic pollution crisis.
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Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi Explore Potential Merger Amidst Market Challenges
Honda and Nissan, along with Mitsubishi, are exploring a potential merger to address challenges in the Chinese market and the global electric vehicle transition; details are limited.
Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi Explore Potential Merger Amidst Market Challenges
Honda and Nissan, along with Mitsubishi, are exploring a potential merger to address challenges in the Chinese market and the global electric vehicle transition; details are limited.
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Concerns Rise Over Potential Dismantling of the FDIC
Proposals to dismantle the FDIC, the agency insuring bank deposits, are circulating among President-elect Trump's allies; however, experts and former regulators express concerns over the potential risks of destabilizing the banking system and warn against this move, while noting the FDIC's 90-year t...
Concerns Rise Over Potential Dismantling of the FDIC
Proposals to dismantle the FDIC, the agency insuring bank deposits, are circulating among President-elect Trump's allies; however, experts and former regulators express concerns over the potential risks of destabilizing the banking system and warn against this move, while noting the FDIC's 90-year t...
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House Republicans Recommend Prosecution of Liz Cheney for January 6th Committee Work
A House Republican subcommittee report alleges that former Rep. Liz Cheney broke numerous federal laws during the January 6th investigation and recommends that the FBI investigate her actions; former President Trump publicly supported the report's findings.
House Republicans Recommend Prosecution of Liz Cheney for January 6th Committee Work
A House Republican subcommittee report alleges that former Rep. Liz Cheney broke numerous federal laws during the January 6th investigation and recommends that the FBI investigate her actions; former President Trump publicly supported the report's findings.
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Heuermann Indicted in Gilgo Beach Killing of Valerie Mack
Rex Heuermann, suspect in the Gilgo Beach killings, was charged on Tuesday with second-degree murder in the death of Valerie Mack, whose remains were found in 2000; the prosecution presented forensic evidence connecting Heuermann or his family to six of the seven victims.
Heuermann Indicted in Gilgo Beach Killing of Valerie Mack
Rex Heuermann, suspect in the Gilgo Beach killings, was charged on Tuesday with second-degree murder in the death of Valerie Mack, whose remains were found in 2000; the prosecution presented forensic evidence connecting Heuermann or his family to six of the seven victims.
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Syria's New Regime Seeks International Legitimacy Amidst Past Terror Ties
Following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad's regime, Syria's new government, led by the US-designated terrorist organization Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), is seeking international legitimacy, prompting engagement from various countries including the US, EU, and UN, despite concerns about the group's pas...
Syria's New Regime Seeks International Legitimacy Amidst Past Terror Ties
Following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad's regime, Syria's new government, led by the US-designated terrorist organization Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), is seeking international legitimacy, prompting engagement from various countries including the US, EU, and UN, despite concerns about the group's pas...
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48% Bias Score