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Venezuelan opposition leaders win EU parliament’s top human rights honor
Sakharov prize goes to María Corina Machado and Edmundo González after contested presidential election. The European parliament has awarded its top human rights honor, the Sakharov prize for ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
As Bird Flu Spreads, Additional Human Infection Is Reported in Missouri
Two household members caught the virus without known exposure to animals. More than 30 human cases have been reported in the United States.Science - The New York Times - October 24 -
Limits on testing for bird flu in humans could pose difficulty for containing spread
Tests will soon be available by prescription, but they are only recommended for people in close contact with animals. As the number of people infected with bird flu rises in the US, continued ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Animals become less sociable as they age in similar way to humans, research shows
While decline in interactions is seen as negative for humans, it can have health benefits for animals. While Victor Meldrew was a cantankerous caricature, humans are known to become less social as ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Before He Was College Football’s Ultimate Unicorn, He Was a ‘Human Matrix’
The Colorado star Travis Hunter has made an unprecedented impact in the modern era. Anyone who watched him in high school expected this.Sports - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Indiana Jones And The Great Circle Has A Humane Solution For Battling Dogs
Although Harrison Ford's Indiana Jones doesn't seem to have any pets during his globetrotting years, the third film--Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade--established that Indy once had a dog named ...Tech - GameSpot - 6 days ago -
UN rules forcible sterilizations of women in Peru ‘crime against humanity’
Country ordered to compensate victims of programme that affected more than 300,000 women in 1990s. A UN committee has urged Peru to compensate women who were forcibly sterilised in the 1990s , ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
The US election system has safeguards. But human nature is a vulnerability
When it comes to election security in the U.S., the weakest link may be human natureTech - ABC News - 4 days ago -
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Degradation of land is threat to human life, Saudi government says
Deputy environment minister calls for urgent action as Riyadh prepares for global summit on issue next month. The degradation of the world’s soils and landscapes is threatening human life, and ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Steph Houghton: ‘That human touch wasn’t there with England. I felt let down’
The former England captain on the quest for parity, struggling under Sarina Wiegman, and her husband’s battle with MND. “There were times when I thought: ‘I don’t want to do this any more,’” Steph ...World - The Guardian - 20 hours ago -
Meta unveils AI tools to give robots a human touch in physical world
Meta unveils three tools and benchmarks to enhance robot touch perception, dexterity, and human-robot collaboration in real-world settings.Tech - VentureBeat - 3 days ago -
Sea angels and devils: could plankton unlock the secrets of human biology?
Scientists use new technology to sequence the DNA of microscopic ocean creatures for the first time . Off the west coast of Greenland, a 17-metre (56ft) aluminium sailing boat creeps through a ...World - The Guardian - 8 hours ago -
Giant spiders that can grow to size of human hand thriving in the UK
Collaboration between RSPB and Chester zoo leads to best mating season on record for the semi-aquatic fen raft spider. Thousands of giant spiders that can grow to the size of a human hand are ...World - The Guardian - 5 hours ago -
Adidas Raises Guidance on Better-Than-Expected Results
The German sportswear company cited better-than-expected results for the third quarter and brand momentum.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15 -
Eglu Pro Chicken Coop Review: A Better Box
Our tester’s chickens find their happy place in the new Eglu Pro.Tech - Wired - October 17 -
Fields: No Steelers QB debate if I play better
Justin Fields says if he had played better, there wouldn't be a question about whether he or Russell Wilson should start.Sports - ESPN - October 17 -
Teaching kids to be better citizens should start at home
As millions of young Americans prepare to vote in a presidential election for the first time, our country has an opportunity to spark lifelong civic engagement.Politics - The Hill - October 18 -
Shapiro on Democrats' chances: 'We've got a better candidate'
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) said in an interview that aired Sunday that Democrats have “a better candidate” when it comes to the presidential race. “I think both candidates believe that ...Politics - The Hill - October 20 -
Is it better for my taxes if I donate shares or cash?
You get the biggest benefit by getting rid of the biggest potential tax liability.Business - MarketWatch - October 21 -
What if Joe Biden was the better candidate all along?
Whenever the 47th president is decided, at some stage, people may wonder whether the best choice was not Harris or Trump.Politics - The Hill - October 21 -
Why Trump’s Chances Are Better Than They Look
For many undecided voters, the inflation issue isn’t going away.Top stories - The New York Times - October 21 -
Gold vs. silver: Which is better for your portfolio?
Both gold and silver can help you maintain a diversified portfolio, and both have seen impressive gains recently.Top stories - CBS News - October 22 -
Buffs' Hunter 'feeling much better,' says Sanders
Colorado coach Deion Sanders says two-way star Travis Hunter is "feeling much better" and is expected to have a larger role against Cincinnati this week as he continues to recover from a shoulder ...Sports - ESPN - October 22 -
Veterans demand better payout for gay ban
Leading charities have written to the prime minister, calling the average payments "unacceptably low".Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
An Appreciation: Fernando Valenzuela and Fernandomania
Fernando Valenzuela, who died on Tuesday at age 63, was a teenage phenomenon from Mexico who remade the Dodgers’ fan base and put his country on the baseball map.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 24 -
Will a HELOC or home equity loan be better this November?
Not sure if a HELOC or home equity loan will be better for you this November? Here's what to consider now.Top stories - CBS News - October 24