Every year, the world turns its attention to the rich linguistic heritage of China on World Chinese Language Day. This day, celebrated under the auspices of the United Nations, is not just another event on the calendar but a profound acknowledgment of the Chinese language’s extensive influence on global culture. With over a billion speakers, […]
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As dawn breaks this Friday, India embarks on what is heralded as the world’s largest democratic exercise. The stakes are high and the scale monumental, involving over a million polling stations, 15 million dedicated staff, and the fate of 1.4 billion citizens poised at the crossroads of continuity and change. At the heart of this
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Overthinking is a common phenomenon where your thoughts and worries cycle endlessly, often leading to inaction and feelings of overwhelm. While it’s a normal part of life, excessive overthinking can be an early sign of mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. Understanding the causes and effects of overthinking can help individuals manage their thoughts
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In today’s digital age, excessive internet use among teenagers has become a growing concern. A recent study published in the Archives of Disease in Childhood has shed light on the link between spending too much time online and its impact on school attendance and health among teens. The study, which focused on 86,270 teenagers aged
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Mount Ruang, a volcano in northern Indonesia’s North Sulawesi Province, erupted multiple times, leading to the evacuation of over 11,000 people and disruptions in air travel. Here’s what we know about the situation and the response so far. The first eruption occurred at 9:45 p.m. local time on Tuesday, followed by four more eruptions on
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On Wednesday night, a magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck off the west coast of Shikoku island, Japan, measuring a weak 6 on the country’s seismic intensity scale. The quake, occurring at 11:14 p.m., posed no threat of a tsunami and initially resulted in no reports of injuries or damages. The earthquake’s epicenter was in the Bungo
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The quest for efficient and sustainable energy solutions has taken a significant leap forward with the development of a new quantum material for solar cells by researchers at Lehigh University. This innovative material has demonstrated remarkable capabilities, boasting an impressive photovoltaic absorption rate of 80% and an external quantum efficiency (EQE) of up to 190%.
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Passengers booking flights with American Airlines might be surprised to learn about recent concerns raised by their pilots. The Allied Pilots Association (APA), the union representing American Airlines pilots, has sent a strong message to its members, highlighting a “significant spike” in safety issues that could potentially impact flights. Imagine the worry of a pilot
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Recent terrorist attacks in Russia and Pakistan have underscored the urgent need for global cooperation and innovative security measures. Against this backdrop, diplomats and representatives from international organizations are convening in South China’s Hainan to discuss the significance and potential impact of China’s Global Security Initiative (GSI) on global peace efforts. The GSI, proposed by
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Heavy thunderstorms recently battered the United Arab Emirates, unleashing the heaviest rainfall ever recorded in the country’s history. The deluge, which began late Monday and intensified through Tuesday, submerged highways and flooded Dubai’s international airport, bringing the bustling city to a standstill. According to the state-run WAM news agency, this was a “historic weather event,”
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