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Euclid telescope releases first data on mission to map universe

The telescope aims to eventually chart one-third of the sky during its mission, capturing galaxies and stars. Scientists hope it will also shed light on the role of dark energy and dark matter in the universe.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Guns and Manure: Sri Lankaโ€™s Army and Organic Agriculture

In 2021, the Sri Lankan Army became the unlikely vanguard of a supposed green revolution, resulting in a radical redefinition of civil-military relations in farming regions.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

This Australian coal community is co-designing its own green future

The mining town of Collie offers a promising example of how to survive - and even thrive - amid the global transition to net-zero emissions The post This Australian coal community is co-designing its own green future appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News

Guest post: Why action on extreme heat in Indian cities is falling short

Local governments face the difficult task of preparing communities and infrastructure for a warmer world... The post Guest post: Why action on extreme heat in Indian cities is falling short appeared first on Carbon Brief.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: Carbon Brief favicon Carbon Brief

Namibia: Equipping MSMEs for Success in Namibia's Oil & Gas Sector

[NIPDB] This week, Moneda Invest in collaboration with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) hosted an interactive workshop in Lรผderitz, empowering MSMEs with vital knowledge on HSE compliance, business opportunities, and industry requirements in the oil and gas sector.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: AllAfrica favicon AllAfrica

Ethiopian Tech Workers Are Trapped in Myanmarโ€™s Scam Centers

The country is the primary recruiting hub for trafficked scam workers in Africa.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Japan to Pay First Visit to Cambodian Naval Base Funded by China

Phnom Penh is eager to demonstrate that Ream Naval Base will be open to foreign navies, though Western suspicions are likely to persist.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Germany's Bundestag votes in favor of reforming 'debt brake'

The multibillion-euro package loosens borrowing limits and allows new investments in defense, infrastructure and climate. The plan was backed by the conservative CDU/CSU alliance, center-left SPD and Greens.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Ghosts of apartheid haunt South Africa as compensation anger brews

Anti-apartheid activists like Mzolisi Dyasi feel let down after the sacrifices they made for democracy.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: BBC Africa favicon BBC Africa

Astronauts Butch and Suni finally back on Earth

Dolphins circled their capsule after it landed off the coast of Florida.

Published on: March 19, 2025 | Source: BBC Climate favicon BBC Climate

Indonesian Finance Minister Denies Resignation Rumors After Market Plunge

The Jakarta Stock Exchange Composite Index plunged more than 7 percent, forcing it to suspend trading for the first time since 2020.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Are Investors Pulling Out of Southeast Asia?

Across the region, international markets are responding to the growing level of uncertainty and risk in the global economy.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Americaโ€™s Democrats should embrace โ€œabundance liberalismโ€

Two new books contain much to commend them

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Economist - Finance favicon Economist - Finance

Americaโ€™s Democrats should embrace โ€œabundance liberalismโ€

Two new books contain much to commend them

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Economist - Finance favicon Economist - Finance

OPINION: Hereโ€™s why we cannot permit Americaโ€™s partnership with higher education to weaken or dissolve

Abrupt cuts in federal funding for life saving medical research. Confusing and misleading new guidance about campus diversity programs. Cancellation, without due process, of hundreds of millions of dollars in federal grants and contracts held by a major university. Mass layoffs at the Education Department, undermining crucial programs such as federal student aid. All of [โ€ฆ] The post OPINION: Hereโ€™s why we cannot permit...

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: The Hechinger Report favicon The Hechinger Report

Where will be the next electric-vehicle superpower?

Three Asian countries make their pitch

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Economist - Finance favicon Economist - Finance

Where will be the next electric-vehicle superpower?

Three Asian countries make their pitch

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Economist - Finance favicon Economist - Finance

Germany: The pivotal role of the Bundesrat

Germany's second chamber of parliament, the Bundesrat, might throw a wrench in Friedrich Merz's debt brake reform. The chamber representing Germany's 16 states must approve all laws that affect states' interests.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Why Did Japan Cut Funding to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women?

Japanโ€™s decision to end its contribution to the U.N.'s top gender equality body could hardly come at a worse time, both diplomatically and symbolically.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

11 fun facts about kissing

Kissing is not only a fun expression of love and affection - it also burns calories and strengthens the immune system. And remember - it is not allowed to kiss women in public on a Sunday in Michigan.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Serbia protests: What are sonic weapons?

Serbian authorities deny they used sound cannon โ€” a.k.a. sonic weapons โ€” against Belgrade protesters. How would you know you had been hit?

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

As Impeachment Verdict Nears, Yoonโ€™s Public Support Remains Dismal

A recent poll found Yoon's approval rating has dipped even below the immediate post-martial law period โ€“ contrasting with other polls showing a pro-Yoon bounce.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Watch: Explosions over Gaza as Israel launches new strikes against Hamas

The Israeli military says it is hitting "terror targets" across Gaza.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: BBC Middle East favicon BBC Middle East

Germany: How to curb welfare state bureaucracy

Is money being wasted on administration instead of helping the unemployed?

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

โ€œForgottenโ€ fragile states unite to end climate-finance blind spot

Conflict-affected countries are urging Brazil to put funding to help them build resilience to climate change front and centre at COP30, as needs grow The post โ€œForgottenโ€ fragile states unite to end climate-finance blind spot appeared first on Climate Home News.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: Climate Home News favicon Climate Home News

As Immigration Raids Stoke Anxiety, What Are the Implications for How Children Learn?

As the Trump administrationโ€™s hardline stance on immigration fuels large-scale arrests, schools around the country continue to report that fear is ...

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: EdSurge favicon EdSurge

Astronauts Butch and Suni begin journey home after nine months in space

The Nasa astronauts prepare to head to Earth after an eight-day mission turned into nine months.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: BBC Climate favicon BBC Climate

Cambodiaโ€™s Hun Sen, Myanmar Junta Celebrate Closure of US-Funded Media Outlets

The U.S.-funded broadcasters Radio Free Asia and Voice of America have long been a thorn in the side of the region's repressive governments.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Tensions Rising in the Philippines After Former President Duterteโ€™s ICC Arrest

The ex-leader may finally face justice for his bloody โ€œwar on drugsโ€, but the country he leaves behind is increasingly divided.

Published on: March 18, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

China Watches, Taiwan Learns: Ukraineโ€™s War and the Indo-Pacific

Over the course of a year-long study, we analyzed the campaign in Ukraine, comparing it with Taiwanโ€™s military strategies and defense posture. Hereโ€™s what we found.

Published on: March 17, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Chinaโ€™s Dwindling Marriage Rate Is Fueling Demand for Brides Trafficked From Abroad

The question of who Chinaโ€™s leftover men will marry is becoming a pressing issue for Beijing. The governmentโ€™s response will shape the countryโ€™s future for decades to come.

Published on: March 17, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

With Luxon Visit, India-New Zealand Ties Scale New Heights

Historically underemphasized, New Delhi-Wellington engagement is now gaining strategic and diplomatic prominence.

Published on: March 17, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Third meeting of the International Health Regulations (2005) Emergency Committee regarding the upsurge of mpox 2024

Concurring with the advice unanimously expressed by the Committee during the meeting, the WHO Director-General determined that the upsurge of mpox 2024 continues to meet the criteria of a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC).

Published on: March 17, 2025 | Source: WHO News favicon WHO News

Argentinaโ€™s President Milei Ignores Asia

It is evident that Asia โ€“ with its immense economic development and limitless opportunities for Argentina โ€“ has no place in Mileiโ€™s libertarian world.

Published on: March 17, 2025 | Source: The Diplomat favicon The Diplomat

Nearly 50 million people sign up call for clean air action for better health

In an unprecedented show of unity, more than 47 million health professionals, patients, advocates, representatives from civil society organizations, and individuals worldwide have signed a resounding call for urgent action to reduce air pollution and to protect peopleโ€™s health from its devastating impacts.

Published on: March 17, 2025 | Source: WHO News favicon WHO News