Human Thought Is Far Slower Than Your Internet Connection
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Scientists explore longevity drugs for dogs that could also ‘extend human life’
Researchers say drugs may be able to increase lifespan by extending health and thus shortening the rate of ageing. Not for nothing are dogs called man’s best friend: they are good for their owners’ ...The Guardian - 5h -
Finnish coastguard boards tanker suspected of causing power and internet cable outages
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Tokyo Plane Collision Was Caused by Human Error, Investigators Find
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Your financial adviser has a plan for your money. But what if it’s their plan too?
To get you to follow their advice, your adviser says, “I do this for myself.” Is that good enough?MarketWatch - 12h -
Human error blamed for Tokyo plane collision that killed 5
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Games console makers will get a power up in a slower market
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