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How student protesters won against Serbia's Vučić
Snap elections in Serbia have resulted in the toppling of the long-term leader, Aleksandar Vučić, as protest movement ‘The Student List’ won a decisive victory over the weekend. Ov…
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Five ways El Niño is affecting weather around the world
El Niño has been strengthening for several months now and is already having a significant impact on global weather patterns.Countries including Indonesia, India and the United Stat…
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Hangxiety: Why some people experience anxiety after drinking alcohol
After drinking alcohol, some people don’t just have a headache - they feel guilt, dread, low mood and a deep sense of embarrassment. It’s known as ‘hang-xiety’ or hangover anxiety,…
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How have the protests in France changed?
Protests are still ongoing across France, but now it’s no longer just about schools. People of all ages are protesting over a high cost of living. But there was violence and riots…
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Why polyester is in its flop era
Have a look at the label in the clothes you’re wearing today. Chances are, you’re wearing some polyester. It’s the most- produced synthetic fibre on the planet and it’s having a bi…
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Why the word ‘vagina’ is getting blocked on social media
Is educational content about women’s reproductive and sexual health being removed or restricted on social media apps? Content moderation tools are meant to flag specific words and…
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How flamingos in Albania sparked massive protests
What began as a peaceful protest in Albania turned violent in October, as students took the lead, setting buildings on fire and clashing with police. They are demanding better univ…
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Can airport scanners see you naked?
Shoes on or off? Laptops in or out? And don’t get us started on the rules around liquids! Getting through airport security never seems to be simple. It’s there for a reason, of cou…
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How fires in Indonesia are impacting Singapore’s air
Singapore’s got a reputation for being one of world’s cleanest cities. But right now, it’s covered in a thick blanket of smog. And it’s recently seen its worst air quality levels f…
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Would you do an ‘influencer degree’?
It’s no surprise more people want to become influencers - a study found that in 2024, YouTube content creators alone contributed £2.2bn to the UK’s economy. But… would you pay thou…
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The AI influencer who had lots of us fooled
There’s just SOMETHING not quite right about that French influencer we’re seeing all over socials. His blonde bob, the suit he wears, and that moustache! His name is Jean Philanthr…
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Christa Pike: What happens when executions go wrong?
Last week, Christa Pike, a death row inmate in the US faced execution via lethal injection for a murder she committed in 1995. But after she was given two full doses of the drug pe…
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Everyone is talking about the "great lock-in"
January isn’t the only time for new year’s resolutions anymore. The end of the year is having a moment too - as part of the great lock-in trend. There’s lots of content online abou…
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Are online gig spoilers ruining live music?
Film and TV show spoilers often come with a warning because people know they can be annoying. But when it comes to footage from concerts and gigs… those rules don’t really apply, a…
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Why are black holes still such a mystery?
Can we really get swallowed by a black hole? And what would actually happen if we did? Black holes are really mysterious and there is still so much we don’t know about them. So, gr…
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Why are so many students protesting in France?
Across France, thousands of high school students are protesting. They say they’re doing it because of conditions in their schools - that classrooms are overcrowded, there’s not eno…
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Location: Tiny Island. Population: YOU
It’s something you might dream of - or only see in films or read in books - moving to a remote island in the middle of the sea. Only wildlife around you. No bars or clubs and barel…
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Is sleepmaxxing actually helpful?
Researching ways to improve your sleep has been popular for years but now it’s evolved and there’s a whole new genre of social media content called ‘Sleepmaxxing’. It shows ways yo…
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Why everyone’s talking about Cornell University
The issue of safety on college campuses is nothing new. But it’s back in the spotlight again because of the re-opening of a case at Cornell University, New York in the US. A woman…
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Is it time to find a side hustle?
More and more of us are picking up side hustles - US national employment data shows that the number of people with more than one job is going up year on year, and a survey found th…