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Want to keep your brain sharp in old age? Helping others might be the key
Helping people in both organised and informal ways could boost older adultsβ brain health, the study found.
Published on: August 15, 2025 | Source:
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A brain-computer chip can read people's minds with up to 74% accuracy
Researchers said the technology could one day help people who cannot speak communicate more easily.
Published on: August 15, 2025 | Source:Serbia police arrest dozens of anti-government protesters
Clashes between rival groups of protesters in Serbia flared again late on Thursday. Protesters in Novi Sad attacked offices belonging to President Aleksandar Vucic's Serbian Progressive Party.
Published on: August 15, 2025 | Source:More than half of Americans lack faith in Trump on Russia-Ukraine war, poll finds
The president has even lost ground among Republicans.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Europe: Firefighters battle deadly blazes across continent
Firefighters continue to battle wildfires across Europe, with flames engulfing numerous countries and forcing tens of thousands to flee. The scope of the situation has stretched resources thin.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Why Alaska is ideal for hosting the Putin-Trump summit
Alaska was once a Russian colony until it was sold to the US in the mid-18th century. Here's why it's the perfect place to hold the upcoming Putin-Trump talks on Ukraine.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy and European leaders will attend talks after Alaska summit with Putin, Trump says
US President Donald Trump said he expects his meeting with Vladimir Putin to go well, but added that what will be even more important is the second meeting after the Alaska summit, where the presidents of Ukraine and Russia will be joined by Trump and possibly by some European leaders.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Hereβs the big deal Trump and Putin could actually reach in Alaska
A Ukraine peace deal seems out of reach, but a nuclear arms deal is not.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Bayern Munich and Rwanda: A strategic climbdown?
At first glance, Bayern Munich's decision to end its commercial deal with Rwanda appears a rare moment of football morality. But dig a little deeper and the club's motivations seem not so straightforward.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Lawyers for Brazil's former president reject coup allegations in final court statement
The former president and other defendants were required to present their final arguments by Wednesday. This marks the final procedural step before the trial concludes, which is expected by the end of the year.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Trump's DC intervention may be less likely in other cities
US President Donald Trump has sent the National Guard into Washington, D.C. and may well have other major cities in his sights. But could he replicate his capital intervention elsewhere?
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Pakistan detains Afghans waiting for Germany relocations
Pakistani police have been arresting Afghans, some of whom were awaiting relocation to Germany under special admission programs. Some detainees have reported surprise raids and separations from family members.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:EU urges China to drop sanctions on Lithuanian banks amid tensions over Russia and Taiwan
The EU has demanded Beijing revoke "unjustified" sanctions on two Lithuanian banks in a dispute also rooted in long-standing tensions over Taiwan.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Taliban deny claims in US report and say they do not divert aid sent to Afghanistan
Aid agencies say more than half of Afghanistanβs population, roughly 23 million people, need humanitarian assistance.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:EU sends wildfire help to Spain as death toll rises
Spain has activated an EU disaster assistance mechanism for the first time in response to the fires.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Germany: End of the line for Deutsche Bahn railway chief
The head of Germany's crisis-ridden rail operator Deutsche Bahn has been dismissed as the new German government looks to restructure and modernize the country's railways.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Mairead McGuinness quits Irish presidential race
Ex-EU commissioner cites health reasons as her Fine Gael party calls move βan awful shock."
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Watch: A Japanese entrepreneur recycles forgotten traditions into a trend
Around 500 tonnes of barely used kimonos are discarded annually in Japan.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Turkey to provide weapons and support to Syria under new defence pact, officials say
Syria's interim government has faced mounting challenges in restoring order after nearly 14 years of civil war following the ouster of former President Bashar al-Assad by Islamist-led rebel forces in December.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Kashmir: Flash flood kills dozens in Himalayan village
A second deadly flood in just over a week has struck another Himalayan village, this time in Indian-administered Kashmir. At least 56 people are reported to have been killed.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | August 14th, 2025 β Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 14th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Left out of Alaska talks, exhausted Ukrainians fear an unjust peace
No matter what happens between Trump and Putin, Ukrainians think Russia has no plan to stop the war.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Afghanistan: Are the Taliban still isolated after 4 years?
The fall of Kabul four years ago marked the return of the Taliban to power in Afghanistan. The country is still in a deep humanitarian crisis, but the militants have found ways to use this to their advantage.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Thailand: Is the military preparing another coup?
The recent border clashes with Cambodia have left Thailand's politics in chaos while boosting the already immense power of its military leaders.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Criticism after Uefa displays 'stop killing children' banner
Uefa displays a banner which reads "stop killing children - stop killing civilians" before the Super Cup final between Tottenham and Paris St-Germain on Wednesday.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Trump cold-called Norwegian minister to ask about Nobel Peace Prize
American president angles for top diplomatic award while world watches his summit with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Downing Street says Trump-Putin meeting provides βviable chanceβ for peace
Keir Starmer met Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Downing Street ahead of the Alaska summit.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Ukraine: Trump says deal would come at trilateral summit
US President Trump said he is hopeful Russia's Vladimir Putin is ready for a deal on Ukraine. The Kremlin has warned against expecting an major outcome of the Alaska summit. Follow DW for more.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:As heatwaves continue, how many tropical nights have occurred across Europe?
This year, high nighttime temperatures already broke records in the first two months of summer across many areas in Europe.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Back off, Hollywood: Why a prequel to the box office hit of 2025 βWeaponsβ is a terrible idea
It's smashed the box office. It's earned rave reviews. And now, like clockwork, studios have sniffed out the buzz and are looking for a follow up. In the case of Zach Cregger's 'Weapons', a prequel. Here's why this is a terrible idea.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Chinese new car sales on track to return to 2023 growth levels as NEV sales continue to rise
In the first seven months of 2025, total vehicle sales in China rose 12%, buoyed by strong growth in sales of new energy vehicles.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Man accused of ramming car into Liverpool FC fans faces 24 new charges
Celebration quickly turned into tragedy when a vehicle drove down a street full of the title-winning club's supporters, injuring dozens of them.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Eli Lilly hikes UK price of blockbuster weight loss drug Mounjaro by up to 170%
The price hike is not expected to affect access for patients who receive Mounjaro through the National Health Service (NHS).
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:Israeli minister unveils controversial West Bank settlements
Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said a plan to enlarge the Maale Adumim settlement will "bury" the idea of a Palestinian state. It comes as France, the UK and Canada will soon recognize Palestinian statehood.
Published on: August 14, 2025 | Source:What does birth control pill have to do with Auschwitz?
When the birth control pill was introduced in 1960, women had a new kind of freedom. But the foundations were laid by a Nazi gynecologist who brutally sterilized female prisoners in Auschwitz.
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