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After Australia, New Zealand proposes social media ban for under 16
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After Australia, New Zealand proposes social media ban for under 16

New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon proposed banning children under sixteen from social media. This legislation aims to protect young people from harmful online content and addictive technologies. However, two coalition parties oppose the bill, which may require opposition support to pass. Australia enacted a similar ban in December 2025, with other nations considering such measures....

Invasive Argentine ants are defending other pests in California, troubling farmers and leaving natives hungry
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Invasive Argentine ants are defending other pests in California, troubling farmers and leaving natives hungry

Invasive Argentine ants have formed a unique symbiotic relationship with sap-feeding insects, creating challenges for citrus groves and vineyards. First spotted in the U.S. in 1891, their expansion is aided by California's favorable climate and human activity. To effectively manage the situation, it's crucial to tackle both the ant populations and their pest partners as interconnected issues.

HasanAbi vs xQc and Asmongold: Hasanabi calls streamers "worm-like" over Charlie Kirk song
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HasanAbi vs xQc and Asmongold: Hasanabi calls streamers "worm-like" over Charlie Kirk song

HasanAbi has fired back at xQc, Asmongold, Destiny and others after they criticized his appearance singing the “We Are Charlie Kirk” song. During an August 23 livestream, Hasan called his critics “worm-like individuals” and “opportunists,” while accusing them of farming outrage and relying on algorithm-driven drama. He also argued that the backlash showed a clear double standard around political j...

Massachusetts crew lands 1,260-pound blue marlin, misses world record

Massachusetts crew lands 1,260-pound blue marlin, misses world record

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In a thrilling encounter off Cape Cod, a charter captain teamed up with an angler to reel in an astonishing blue marlin that tipped the scales at 1,260 pounds and stretched over eleven feet. This remarkable catch approached the Atlantic blue marlin world record from 1992, prompting researchers to investigate its head to gauge its age. After the impressive capture, the fish was generously shared am...

Henderson Island rats survived a 75-tonne poison campaign and rebounded within two years

Henderson Island rats survived a 75-tonne poison campaign and rebounded within two years

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Conservationists attempted a large-scale rat eradication on Henderson Island in 2011. About seventy-five tonnes of poisoned bait were spread across the remote South Pacific island. However, a small number of rats survived the intensive campaign. Within two years, the rat population had recovered significantly to former levels. This event underscores the difficulty of achieving complete eradica...

Four medaka fish flew into space in 1994; 43 eggs were laid and eight baby fish hatched

Four medaka fish flew into space in 1994; 43 eggs were laid and eight baby fish hatched

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Astronaut Chiaki Mukai took four medaka fish into space in July 1994 as part of an experiment to study reproduction in microgravity. The fish laid eggs during the mission, with eight of 43 identified eggs hatching in space. After returning to Earth, the adult fish gradually recovered, while the young “space medaka” continued to grow normally.

Washington releases 20 lab-raised sunflower stars to restore kelp forests

Washington releases 20 lab-raised sunflower stars to restore kelp forests

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In a remarkable conservation initiative, twenty lab-raised sunflower sea stars have been released back into the Salish Sea. This effort seeks to restore a species that has suffered extensively due to disease, crucial for the health of kelp forest ecosystems. The project, undertaken in collaboration with the Samish Indian Nation and various researchers, symbolizes hope for restoring ecological bala...

Australian family found 102 venomous snakes hiding beneath a backyard mulch pile

Australian family found 102 venomous snakes hiding beneath a backyard mulch pile

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In a remarkable event in Sydney, a family found themselves in a shocking snake situation, uncovering over 40 red-bellied black snakes buried in their yard's mulch pile. After capturing these venomous reptiles, the situation escalated dramatically with adult females giving birth, leading to a total haul of 102 snakes, including 97 hatchlings.

US sailor’s father detained by ICE while son serves aboard USS Abraham Lincoln

US sailor’s father detained by ICE while son serves aboard USS Abraham Lincoln

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A US sailor's father, originally from Nicaragua, faced immigration officials' detention during a routine vehicle stop in Key West, Florida. While his son serves overseas, he feels deep concern for his father's situation, who is currently waiting for green card approval and possesses identification. This incident has raised eyebrows amid heightened scrutiny surrounding the USS Abraham Lincoln's pro...

Mexico brings back bison 160 years after extinction; 47 animals are restoring the ecosystem

Mexico brings back bison 160 years after extinction; 47 animals are restoring the ecosystem

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After an absence of 160 years, American bison have made a remarkable comeback to Coahuila, Mexico. These majestic animals have become vital ecosystem engineers, actively rejuvenating worn-out landscapes. Their presence enhances soil quality and promotes water absorption in the dry terrain. Additionally, this return facilitates the resurgence of native predators and other wildlife, reflecting a wid...

Chinese humanoid robots beat Usain Bolt’s 100m record and human high-jump record: Are humans losing?

Chinese humanoid robots beat Usain Bolt’s 100m record and human high-jump record: Are humans losing?

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At the recent Beijing Robot Games, humanoid robots set remarkable new benchmarks in speed and agility. One robot sprinted 100 meters in an astonishing 9.39 seconds, shattering Usain Bolt's record. Another demonstrated incredible prowess with a standing high jump of 2.88 meters, surpassing human limits. These milestones reflect China's advancements in the robotics field, yet experts caution that wi...

UK PM Burnham to visit Kyiv as Ukraine turns 35, Britain to boost long-range strike capability

UK PM Burnham to visit Kyiv as Ukraine turns 35, Britain to boost long-range strike capability

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On Ukraine's Independence Day, Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans an official visit to Kyiv, where he will engage with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and take charge of the Coalition of the Willing. The UK aims to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities by sharing classified missile technology for domestic assembly. This initiative underscores Britain’s commitment to supporting Ukraine's security and...