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In Data: What Fuels World Hunger, From COVID to Climate, Conflict

Brazil launches global initiative to combat hunger at G20 as world struggles to reduce food insecurity to pre-pandemic levels.

Assassins, Spies and a Superpower on the Rise: The Rift Between Canada and India

A killing in a Canadian suburb has provoked an astonishing diplomatic breakdown between India and Canada.

‘Out of Sync’: The Trillion-Dollar Climate Puzzle That’s Become a Diplomatic Nightmare

As countries negotiate a new global goal to raise climate cash, these five charts show why discussions are so fraught.

Never Buy a House Next Door to These Types of Properties

When searching for your dream home, sometimes it’s worth turning your head to look at what you’ll be moving next door to. It might not be immediately apparent that choosing a home next door to one of these six things could present significant problems.

Will ‘Sanctuary’ Cities Come Under Attack by Trump?

Communities that seek to safeguard unauthorized migrants could slow the U.S. president-elect’s mass deportation threat

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The Business School Scandal That Just Keeps Getting Bigger

The rot runs deeper than almost anyone has guessed.

2 Cast Iron Skillet Tips for Beginners

I wish I knew these simple yet game-changing tips before I bought my cast iron skillet.

The “Evil” Album Prince Withdrew Days Before Its Release

It wasn’t just the cover of The Purple One’s shelved 1987 LP ‘The Black Album’ where things got dark.

Why Trump’s Tariffs Could Raise Grocery Prices

Groceries that are most likely to be affected are those that are hard to produce in the U.S., like coffee, bananas, or cocoa.

Oysters As Large As Cheese Plates: How New Yorkers Are Reclaiming Their Harbour’s Heritage

Over the course of 10 years, the Billion Oyster Project, one of New York’s most ambitious rewilding initiatives, has planted 150 million larvae in its harbour. Did it work?

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10 Minutes of Mindfulness Changes Your Reactions

It’s a one-second lead over your mind, your emotions, your world.

Nationwide IV Fluid Shortage Changing How Hospitals Manage Patient Hydration

Many U.S. hospitals are conserving critical intravenous fluids to cope with a supply shortage caused by Hurricane Helene. They’re changing protocols for administering drugs and hydration through IVs.

Why Do Hotel Lobbies Smell Like That?

Scent is a way to draw you in and, hopefully, get you to open your wallet.

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19 Things Emotionally Intelligent People Do

Just a sample of how some are able to make emotions work for them, instead of against them.

Watch the First Commercial Supersonic Test Flight in Over 20 Years

Dawn Aerospace wants its Aurora MK-II to usher in a new age of rocket-powered planes.

Why Emotional Intelligence May Be the Number One Indicator of Organizational Success

Today’s technology presents unique challenges for social awareness and relationship management at work, making emotional intelligence all the more critical.

This Scheduling Strategy Can Save You Hours Per Week

Adopting a staggered calendar can reduce the amount of multitasking you do and streamline your work schedule.

The Secrets of Butterfly Migration, Written in Pollen

Trillions of insects move around the globe each year. Scientists are working on new ways to map those long-distance journeys.

Demystifying How to Paint Your Kitchen Cabinets

Yes, you can cover laminate.