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Hagia Sophia Dome Restoration Underway After Istanbul Earthquake

Following a recent earthquake in Istanbul, architect Hasan Firat Dikerdag is overseeing a large restoration project on the Hagia Sophia's main dome to protect it from seismic activity, involving the removal of lead sheets, assessment of structural integrity, and reinforcement of vulnerable points.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
repubblica.it
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AI Archeo-HUB Launched in Sardinia to Revolutionize Nuragic Heritage Research

Sardinia launched AI Archeo-HUB, an international center using AI to analyze Nuragic artifacts, create virtual reconstructions, and discover new sites, through a collaboration between the Universities of Cagliari and Sassari, Duke University, and La Sardegna verso l'Unesco.

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No Poverty
forbes.com
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Five Strategies for Leaders Embracing the Circular Economy

A Boston Consulting Group report highlights leadership challenges as a major obstacle to implementing circular economy principles; this article offers five key strategies for leaders new to the circular economy, including building coalitions, shifting mindsets, utilizing digital tools, owning their ...

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Responsible Consumption and Production
theguardian.com
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Shark Sightings Rise Amidst Toxic Algal Bloom in South Australia

A swimmer was bitten by a shark near Adelaide, South Australia, amid an unusually high number of shark sightings and strandings potentially linked to a prolonged toxic algal bloom affecting the coastline since March, killing over 200 marine species.

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Life Below Water
nrc.nl
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Du Châtelet: A Marginalized Genius of the Enlightenment

Émilie du Châtelet, a brilliant 18th-century woman, challenged the male-dominated scientific landscape by reconciling Newtonian and Leibnizian thought, yet her significant contributions remain largely overlooked due to persistent gender bias.

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Gender Equality
zeit.de
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Dry Spring Leads to Fewer Mosquitoes in Germany, but Asian Tiger Mosquito Poses Threat

Germany is experiencing an unusually low mosquito population this spring due to widespread drought reducing breeding grounds; however, experts warn this does not guarantee a low mosquito count in the summer months, and the spread of the Asian tiger mosquito poses a significant public health risk.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Trump Administration Cancels $11 Billion in University Research Funding

The Trump administration canceled roughly $11 billion in federal university research grants, impacting diverse fields and raising concerns about the future of American innovation and global competitiveness.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
npr.org
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Genetic Adaptations Allow South Korean Haenyeo to Withstand Extreme Diving Conditions

A study of South Korean haenyeo, female free divers, reveals physiological and genetic adaptations enabling them to withstand frigid waters and prolonged dives; two genes linked to cold tolerance and blood pressure regulation appear to contribute to their resilience and lower stroke risk.

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Good Health and Well-being
zeit.de
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Cognitive Psychologist Wins Dance-Your-PhD for Identity-Formation Research

Manisha Biswas, a 29-year-old cognitive psychologist from Humboldt University, won the Dance-Your-PhD competition in the social sciences category for her video demonstrating how synchronized movement influences identity formation, receiving a $750 prize.

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Quality Education
theglobeandmail.com
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GPS Navigation, Hippocampal Shrinkage, and the Decline of Cognitive Mapping

Alex Hutchinson's essay explores the impact of GPS navigation on cognitive function, arguing that over-reliance on stimulus-response navigation through GPS can lead to hippocampal shrinkage and potentially increase the risk of neurological conditions. The author emphasizes the importance of active e...

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Good Health and Well-being
bbc.com
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400-Year-Old Melancholy Advice Still Relevant Today

Amy Liptrop analyzes five of Robert Burton's theories on melancholy from his 1621 book, "The Anatomy of Melancholy," showing surprising relevance to modern depression treatments, supported by experts like Dr. Frances Rice and Dr. Mike Tipton.

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Good Health and Well-being
elmundo.es
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Warm Weekend in Spain, Rain Expected Monday"

Spain will enjoy a sunny and warm weekend, with temperatures exceeding 25ºC, before rain returns to the north on Monday, causing a temperature drop in the west while the east remains warmer.

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Climate Action

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