These police officers in Denmark are tackling crime by playing online games with kids
The team was set up in 2022 to tackle the rise in online crime in Denmark. The Politiets Online Patrulje now boasts over 787,000 followers across platforms.
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July's seasonal magic: European stocks' summer rally revealed
European stocks historically shine in July, with the EURO STOXX 50 and STOXX 600 averaging strong gains and 70% win rates. French banks like BNP and Credit Agricole, along with luxury giants, show standout seasonal strength.
What a bumble bee chooses to eat may not match its ideal diet
Humans may not be the only species that struggles to eat the right amounts of the ideal foods. A new study led by researchers at Penn State suggests that what bumble bees choose to eat may not line up with their ideal nutritional needs.
Geological mystery: Study unearths how copper deposits formed
An international study has revealed how continental collisions may have supercharged the Earth's richest deposits of copper, a metal critical for clean energy technologies and global infrastructure.
Meet the 'weird' sea spider that's mapping the evolution of eight-legged creatures
It's not easy to look at a sea spider and see an animal so representative of its kind that it may help scientists sort out the evolution of almost everything with eight legs. But that's the potential a new study finds in these spindly, strikingly strange bottom-dwellers.
Water activates hidden aluminum sites to enhance zeolite catalysis
Researchers from the Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology (APM) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have found that water can activate previously "NMR-invisible" aluminum in ultra-stable Y (USY) zeolite, a critical material in catalysis.
Billionaire Bill Ackman urges ‘subdued’ Cuomo to drop out of NYC mayoral race, endorses Eric Adams
Billionaire hedge fund titan Bill Ackman has urged a "subdued" former Governor Andrew Cuomo to drop out of New York City's mayoral race -- as he officially backed Eric Adams’ bid for reelection.
US adds 147k jobs in June, beating expectations
The U.S. added 147,000 jobs and the unemployment rate held steady at 4.1 percent in June, according to data released Thursday by the Labor Department. The federal jobs report showed the labor market chugging ahead last month, beating the expectations of economists. Analysts
Young European Filmmakers Showcase Work in Future Frames Program at Karlovy Vary
At the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, European Film Promotion and the festival will curate Future Frames, a showcase of short films by students and recent graduates of European film schools, which is accompanied by a program of promotion and industry networking activities.
Did the Pentagon spread false UFO stories? We’re skeptical.
The fact that multiple high-ranking officials have claimed firsthand knowledge of secret UFO programs does not square easily with a “bizarre hazing ritual” involving bogus “alien projects.”
The Arctic P12 Pro has earned my vote as the best replacement for ageing radiator fans; here's why
Affordable, with serious specs.
Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Synopsys, Tripadvisor, Datadog, Robinhood and more
These are some of the the stocks posting the largest moves in early trading.
Africa: The Sevilla Commitment - a Vital Step to Rebuild Trust in Global Cooperation
[UN News] Civil society organisations have welcomed the consensus reached at the landmark sustainable development conference concluding this Thursday in Seville, while cautioning that real progress will depend on sustained action.
Africa: COP30's Uphill Battle to Shift From Gender Rhetoric to Action
[ISS] Gender-responsive policy is vital for climate resilience, but that requires actionable and better resourced plans.
Africa: African Fish Workers Excluded From International Trade Deals - Report
[IPS] Bulawayo, Zimbabwe -- A new report has raised concerns about the exclusion of African fish workers from trade protocols between their governments and developed countries, resulting in impoverished communities relying on fishing.
Africa: Does the UN Overstep It's Responsibility to Protect Mandate?
[IPS] United Nations -- The UN has been criticized by some member states for overstepping the mandate of its Responsibility to Protect (R2P) doctrine during a debate in the General Assembly.
Why we cheer louder for homegrown heroes
Recognizing outstanding performance with sports awards is a question of identity, not just ability, University of Queensland researchers have found.
This B860 motherboard is what I'd pair with a Core Ultra 265K to make a powerful pairing for about $500
It looks rather pretty, too.
Peru's president doubles her salary despite record low approval rating
Dina Boluarte, whose approval ratings are in single figures, will now earn 35 times the minimum wage.
Ethiopia's mega dam on the Nile 'now complete': PM
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Thursday said a multi-billion-dollar mega-dam on the Blue Nile that has long worried neighbouring countries is complete and will be officially inaugurated in September. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), launched in 2011 with a
“People Want That African Euphoria”
"Black Americans are moving to Ghana — and driving up the cost of living for everyone around them."
Republican bailout for blue cities? The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit trap, explained
Oregon and others. It’s time for policymakers to abandon the myth that subsidies solve housing shortages and provide affordability. The only real solution is more housing, built by a private sector freed from regulatory shackles.
Mecha Break factions explained
Does your starting faction choice matter in the mech-based PvP game?
'Hell yeah': U.S. contractors say colleagues firing live ammo at innocent Gazans at aid sites
Contractors reported the security staff were often unqualified, unvetted, heavily armed, and acted with little oversight: 'There are innocent people being hurt. Badly. Needlessly,' one said
Unity promises strong AI copyright 'guardrails' after employee conjures Mickey Mouse on stream
Unity says it's building a better copyright mousetrap.
Diogo Jota, Liverpool and Portugal footballer, dies aged 28 in car crash....
Diogo Jota, Liverpool and Portugal footballer, dies aged 28 in car crash . This is sad news. Jota was a favorite player of mine; he brought a positive energy to the pitch. 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Trump to GOP holdouts before megabill advanced: 'What are you trying to prove???'
President Trump urged Republican holdouts overnight to vote to advance his massive policy legislation, asking what they’re “trying to prove” by withholding support. “Largest Tax Cuts in History and a Booming Economy vs. Biggest Tax Increase in History, and a Failed Economy,”
Europe’s extreme pollen triggered symptoms in those not known to have allergies, data shows
More people reporting problems as climate crisis means plants and trees flower earlier, extending the pollen season Pollen levels were so extreme in parts of Europe during spring that even people not known to suffer allergies felt the effects of hay fever, data has shown. The
TaIrTe₄ photodetectors show promise for highly sensitive room-temperature THz sensing
Terahertz radiation (THz), electromagnetic radiation with frequencies ranging between 0.1 and 10 THz, could be leveraged to develop various new technologies, including imaging and communication systems. So far, however, a lack of fast and sensitive detectors that can detect
Princess Kate describes 'difficult' cancer journey post-treatment
Catherine, Princess of Wales, opened up about her journey recovering from cancer while visiting a hospital in Colchester, England.