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Sierra Leone’s first lady refuses to condemn FGM without ‘reliable data’ on harms

Exclusive: health professionals, survivors and politicians voice concerns in open letter over comments by Fatima Maadi Bio, who denies supporting the practiceThe first lady of Sierra Leone has denied that she supports female genital mutilation amid...

The Guardian 1 months ago

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Lionel Messi ties Miroslav Klose for most World Cup goals as Argentina cruise past Algeria 3-0

France finds a way to break a goalless first half as they cruise past Senegal, the African champions whose recent AFCON title was stripped on a technicality and awarded to Morocco, delivering a 3-1 win campaign opener.

Euronews 1 months ago

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10 surprising ways diabetes and dementia are connected

Diabetes and dementia appear to be closely intertwined, with each condition potentially influencing the other. Problems with insulin and glucose can affect the brain’s energy supply, increase inflammation, and damage blood vessels linked to memory...

Science Daily 1 months ago

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World Cup 2026: Haaland double gets Norway off to winning start against Iraq

Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway got their World Cup campaign off to a flying start against a valiant Iraqi side, who were playing on football's biggest stage for the first time in half a century.

France 24 1 months ago

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World Cup 2026: Who is Vozinha, heroic goalkeeper of Cape Verde?

Goalkeeper Vozinha was Cape Verde's hero in Monday's 0-0 draw against Spain, which marked his country's first-ever World Cup match. At age 40, he was playing in his first World Cup match and was named man of the match.

France 24 1 months ago

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The Complete Calvin and Hobbes is a great last-minute Father’s Day gift

Father’s Day is nearly here. Hopefully, you already got a gift for dads you care about, but if not, here’s a quick, easy recommendation for anyone who enjoys a good comic strip. The Complete Calvin and Hobbes contains every one of Bill Watterson’s...

The Verge 1 months ago

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SpaceX is public: Everything you need to know post-IPO

TechCrunch has followed SpaceX's start, struggles, and successes from the early days. And we're here for what happens next too. This package of SpaceX IPO coverage includes who stands to win (and maybe some who won't), pre-IPO deals, and what's...

TechCrunch 1 months ago

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Robinhood’s note on 10% layoffs shows blaming AI isn’t cutting it

Unlike many of his tech industry peers who have cut thousands of jobs citing the need to restructure to make the most of AI, Robinhood's CEO Vlad Tenev conspicuously made no mention of AI in his note about layoffs.

TechCrunch 1 months ago

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Who are the winners and losers of the US-Iran deal?

After three and a half months of war, the agreement to end the conflict in the Middle East could therefore be signed this Friday in Geneva by the United States and Iran: what does it actually contain? And, above all, who comes out on top after these...

France 24 1 months ago

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COVID vaccines still protect against heart problems, large study finds

Despite continued benefits, anti-vaccine rhetoric has driven down vaccination.

Ars Technica 1 months ago

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Interim US-Iran peace deal sparks anger among Israelis, who lash out at Netanyahu

Israelis from across the political spectrum reacted angrily Monday to the news of an initial deal between the U.S. and Iran, calling it a disaster for Israel and directing their fury at one man: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. FRANCE 24's Noga...

France 24 1 months ago

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SpaceX is public: Everything you need to know post-IPO

TechCrunch has followed SpaceX's start, struggles, and successes from the early days. And we're here for what happens next too. This package of SpaceX IPO coverage includes who stands to win (and maybe some who won't), pre-IPO deals, and what's...

TechCrunch 1 months ago

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South African jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim dies aged 91

The accomplished musician, who recorded over 70 albums in his career, died peacefully in Germany after a short illnessSouth African jazz composer and pianist Abdullah Ibrahim has died at the age of 91.His family announced his death in a statement...

The Guardian 1 months ago

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Janis: An alternative pop transition

Janis is an alternative pop and soul artist who will this week be releasing a stunning new album, "Cry With Us", through which she draws from her experience as a trans woman. She popped by the FRANCE 24 studios to chat to Marjorie Hache and share...

France 24 1 months ago

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Skydio CEO Adam Bry on why Silicon Valley shouldn’t draw red lines for drone use

Today, I’m talking with Adam Bry, who is CEO of Skydio, the leading US maker of autonomous drones. Before we recorded this episode, I actually got to remotely operate one of Skydio’s drones in the Bay Area from Adam’s laptop in our podcast studio in...

The Verge 1 months ago

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Lavender Provence farmers forced to raise laying hens to keep their activity going

The emblem of Provence, which attracts thousands of tourists every year, isn't as profitable as before. Lavender has become a burden for many farmers who are operating at a loss and choose to diversify to survive.

Euronews 1 months ago

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Goals galore for Germany and Sweden, Ivory Coast leaves it until the last minute

World Cup Debrief: It was goals galore last night, especially for Germany, who got seven goals past Curaçao. The rookies, though, scored their first ever World Cup goal. The goals continued in the Estadio Monterrey as Sweden won 5-1 against Tunisia...

France 24 1 months ago

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The Kratom Civil War Is Heating Up, and MAHA Has Picked a Side

Both kratom and one of its active components, 7-OH, have opioid-like effects and are widely available across the US. As health secretary RFK Jr. aims to get 7-OH banned, proponents of both are fighting.

Wired 1 months ago

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From last-chance saloon to World Cup redemption for Potter

For a manager who was dismissed by West Ham in September after failing at Chelsea before that, few would have expected Graham Potter to be steering a nation to a winning start in the World Cup this summer.

BBC Sport 1 months ago

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The 20-year-old who stole the show on Scotland's World Cup return

Ben Gannon-Doak wasn't born when Scotland last played at the men's World Cup. But the 20-year-old was at the heart of their long-awaited return and their first win at the tournament in 36 years as he stole the show against Haiti.

BBC Sport 1 months ago