New COVID-19 Variant Expands Internationally
International health officials are closely following a new version of COVID-19 as it spreads to more countries.
US City Turns to Science to Help Reduce Gun Violence
The project is a central part of city efforts to use research-based methods to reduce gun violence
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London Artist Paints Crushed Chewing Gum
Lying on London’s famous Millennium Bridge, British artist Ben Wilson paints on a piece of dried gum.
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Scientists Surprised to Find Large Octopus Community
Scientists were surprised to find thousands of pearl octopuses living together as they protected their developing eggs.
Gabon Military Seizes Power In Oil-rich Country
Military officers in oil-producing Gabon said they had seized power on Wednesday and had put President Ali Bongo under house arrest.
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Hurricane Idalia Hits Florida with High Winds, Flooding
Hurricane Idalia made landfall on the west coast of the American state of Florida on Wednesday.
Saudi Arabia, Iran among Six Countries Joining BRICS
The group announced the addition of new members Thursday at its meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Study Suggests Links Between Fracking, Health in Children
Three new studies suggest links between natural gas wells and cases of cancer, asthma and birth problems.
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Educators Seek to Stop AI Use for Cheating
eachers say they want to use AI to teach and learn in new ways. However, they need to stop students from using the technology on assignments and tests.
Baseball Player’s Vision Brings Partnership with Artist
Ian Happ wanted art that showed Wrigley Field, the Cubs ballpark, from a different viewpoint.
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