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Plastics 'crisis' is costing .5 trillion in global deaths and injuries, report says

Plastics ‘crisis’ responsible for $1.5 trillion in global deaths and injuries, new report says

Ava Stringer

A recent comprehensive report has highlighted the staggering human and economic toll caused by plastic pollution worldwide, estimating that its impact amounts to approximately $1.5 trillion in deaths and injuries…

s Design software company Figma more than triples share price in NYSE debut

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Figma design software company surges as share price triples in NYSE debut

Ava Stringer

A software design company, Figma, had a remarkable debut on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), with its stock ending at over three times its starting offer price on the…

Less staff, even less trust: Some states say they can't rely on Trump's DHS for election security

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States voice concerns: Low staff, low trust in Trump’s DHS for election security

Ava Stringer

As the United States approaches another pivotal election season, several state officials have expressed growing unease about the capacity and reliability of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), particularly in…

Social Security number leaked? Chances are, a criminal is already trying to use it

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Social Security number leaked? Essential tips to stop identity fraud

Ava Stringer

When a Social Security number is compromised, time is of the essence. Whether through a data breach, phishing scam, or identity theft, once this critical piece of personal information falls…

A shocking record: Lightning bolt stretched 515 miles, crossed three states

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Lightning bolt travels 515 miles, sets shocking record across three states

Ava Stringer

Lightning ranks among nature's most potent and unpredictable occurrences, capable of both amazing visual spectacles and significant destruction. Not long ago, an exceptional incident drew the focus of both weather…

Fields of worms and snowy microbial mats: Deep-sea submersible discovers flourishing ecosystem

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Fields of worms and snowy microbial mats: Deep-sea submersible observes flourishing ecosystem

Ava Stringer

In the immense, shadowy depths of the ocean, an extraordinary ecosystem has been found, revealing life forms and natural occurrences that were once beyond human observation. Equipped with state-of-the-art deep-sea…

Ranchers in southern Mexico are struggling against a flesh-eating parasite infecting livestock

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Flesh-eating parasite puts southern Mexican ranchers and livestock at risk

Ava Stringer

Ranchers in the southern parts of Mexico are encountering an escalating farming crisis due to a parasitic outbreak causing severe damage to their livestock. A perilous organism that consumes flesh,…

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‘Revenge dress for a party in Sicily’: This platform is using AI to make online shopping hyper-personal

Ava Stringer

In today’s fast-paced digital economy, consumers are increasingly seeking shopping experiences that are tailored to their individual tastes and needs. One innovative platform is leading the way by harnessing the…

China pitches global AI governance group as the US goes it alone

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China advocates for global AI regulation group as US stands alone

Ava Stringer

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape global industries, China has introduced a proposal for the creation of an international group dedicated to AI governance—an initiative aimed at promoting global…