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‘Wormy’ Philippine delicacy could hold key to better human antibiotics

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 17:22
The tamilok is best known as a slimy Philippine delicacy, but scientists see possible health benefits.

Ukraine’s Artists: Protest & Resilience

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 16:50
On The Stream, we look at how Ukrainians harness art as a powerful tool of protest and resistance during wartime.

Witches of Bucha: Ukraine’s women protecting the skies

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 16:46
"No one invites us here to cook borscht or make a pie. We are just here to work with weapons that kill."

Bridge collapses in South Korea, killing four

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 16:42
At least four people were killed and six injured after a bridge that’s part of a highway under construction collapsed.

Cricket experts berate Pakistan’s Champions Trophy exit, loss to India

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 16:28
Pakistan's loss to India has left fans and former players wondering if their team can ever match their archrivals.

UK to hike defence spending and cut aid budget, Starmer says

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 16:18
British prime minister Keir Starmer's announcement comes prior to his trip to the United States later this week.

Ukrainian parliament affirms Zelenskyy’s legitimacy

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 15:36
The 268 parliament members present on Tuesday voted unanimously in support of the Ukrainian president.

How the US spends taxpayer money as Musk-led DOGE seeks cuts

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 15:33
Raising taxes could help reduce deficit, but Trump's tax cut pledge will make Musk's aim to slash $1 trillion difficult.

US votes with Russia in UN session on Ukraine war

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 15:19
The US sided with Russia on two UN votes on the Ukraine war, going against its European allies.

Six children die of hypothermia amid freezing conditions in Gaza

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:59
The deaths come amid a harsh cold snap in Gaza and Israel's blocking of shelter from entering the enclave.

Russia-Ukraine war: How the US position has changed on UN resolutions

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:55
The US vote against Ukraine and Europe's UN resolution reflects larger policy changes of the Trump administration.

The colonial partition that keeps Cameroon split along ‘artificial lines’

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:39
A century ago, Germany, France and Britain claimed Cameroon at different times. The scars are seen in conflicts today.

Babies die from cold in Gaza as Israel prevents entry of mobile homes

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:35
At least four babies have reportedly died due to cold in Gaza, where most Palestinians are living in makeshift shelters.

Australia vs South Africa Champions Trophy match abandoned due to rain

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:32
Both teams have three points each after their two group games, ahead of Afghanistan and England, who play on Wednesday.

Syria’s interim president launches dialogue on political transition

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:11
Syria’s interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has hailed an historic opportunity to rebuild his country.

Children in Gaza go back to school

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:09
Students in Gaza have gone back to school. Many are learning in classrooms scarred by damage inflicted by the war.

Sudan army allies intentionally targeting civilians: HRW

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 14:08
A new report by Human Rights Watch says SAF-allied groups committed acts that may amount to war crimes.

Music stars release silent album in protest against UK AI copyright plans

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 13:19
Is This What We Want features recordings of empty studios, performance spaces, highlighting danger to creative trade.

Ukraine reconstruction costs cross half-trillion-dollar mark: Study

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 13:13
The $524bn estimate marks growing needs provoked by Russia's bombardment of Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.

The lived experiences of communism should serve as a cautionary tale

Tue, 02/25/2025 - 13:02
When searching for a response to the far-right resurgence, Europeans should not look towards the totalitarian left.

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