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Scientists discover the hidden “muscles” trees use to straighten themselves
Scientists have identified tension wood as the mechanism trees use to sense their own shape and straighten themselves, functioning like muscles to adjust their posture.
Rare damselfly spotted by restored chalk river near Hertford
A rare, endangered damselfly species has been detected in wetlands created by a restoration project along a chalk river near Hertford, indicating successful habitat recovery efforts.
Higher Ed Leaders Go On Offense With Student Success Project
Higher education leaders launched the National Student Success Project, a nationwide initiative with five core commitments to address public skepticism about college degree value and demonstrate institutional focus on student outcomes.
Judge Blocks Attempted Breakup of Antioch Board
An Ohio court blocked an attempt by the Coalition for the Common Good to dissolve Antioch University’s advisory board, though it permitted placing the institution’s president on paid administrative leave.
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Israeli forces kill one in Gaza as another body recovered from rubble
Israeli forces have killed at least one Palestinian in Gaza, with another body recovered from rubble, as attacks continue in the war-affected territory.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir votes in reduced third phase amid unrest
Pakistan-administered Kashmir held its third and final phase of Legislative Assembly elections on Monday, though only four of eleven planned constituencies participated due to regional unrest and security concerns.
Ukrainian drone attack kills 13 in Russia’s Tatarstan, officials say
At least 13 people, including one child, were killed in a Ukrainian drone strike on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk in Tatarstan, with 39 others injured, officials said.
‘Like the movies’: How Ukraine’s ground robots are changing rules of war
Ukraine is deploying ground robots manufactured by startups to transport ammunition, supplies, and wounded soldiers, reducing casualty risks as the country faces manpower shortages in its conflict with Russia.
The view from the proving grounds for next-generation nuclear reactors, Atomic City, Idaho
Small modular nuclear reactors are being tested at Idaho National Laboratory, with three companies switching on new reactor types this summer amid renewed national interest in nuclear energy.
Who really needs testosterone?
The U.S. military plans testosterone screening for service members amid growing cultural focus on hormone therapy, but medical experts caution that not all men require treatment and proper diagnosis is essential.
The FAA wants to reboot the nation’s airspace. This airline shows how it might work
The FAA is partnering with Air Space Intelligence to modernize U.S. airspace using artificial intelligence, building on success with Alaska Airlines’ Flyways system that has reduced flight hours and fuel consumption.
Voters are sick of the two-party system. A new poll shows they’re open to big changes
A new poll shows voters are increasingly open to replacing the current two-party system with proportional representation, despite limited awareness of how such a system would function.
Israel rejects Trump’s 15-point plan for Gaza, Netanyahu says
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejects Trump’s 15-point Gaza peace plan, insisting Hamas must be disarmed before Israeli military withdrawal, contradicting conditions Hamas has set.
Trump announces staff secretary Will Scharf will be his new White House counsel
President Trump announced Will Scharf, currently staff secretary, will become White House counsel beginning September 1, replacing David Warrington who is leaving for the private sector.
Evidence that South African special forces murdered top detective shared with BBC
Eight members of South Africa’s special forces and military police have been charged with murdering a senior police detective who was investigating an alleged abduction by military personnel in August 2023.
British widow, 78, told to leave Sweden under Brexit rules after living there for 21 years
A 78-year-old British widow facing deportation from Sweden after 21 years is among 2,500 Britons ordered to leave following Brexit, as Sweden maintains Europe’s strictest residency application policies.