The call for strike action by three trade unions (the CGT, FSU and Solidaires) saw a significantly lower turnout compared to previous occasions in September and October.
A new type of sensor that levitates dozens of glass microparticles could revolutionize the accuracy and efficiency of sensing, laying the foundation for better autonomous vehicles, navigation and even the detection of dark matter.
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Recently released political fund reports have put Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi under scrutiny over publicity spending and company donations in the past year. The Mainichi Shimbun reported on 28 November that Takaichi spent more than 80
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The mere spectacle of Ed Devlin’s revolving library on Miami Beach betrays its aim of engaging us in the act of reading.
At European XFEL, researchers have observed in detail how the vital iron protein ferritin makes its way in highly dense environments—with implications for medicine and nanotechnology.
Scientists at Children's Medical Research Institute (CMRI) have made a major discovery about cancer cells. This new understanding could help make chemotherapy work better, reduce side effects, and lead to the development of new cancer treatments.
Under the supervision of executive Cesar Conde, NBC News has rolled out a long suite of streaming products that offer digitally savvy news aficionados access to “Today,” “Dateline” and more. Now, the company will offer all of its content in a single basket. The new service will
While I'm not excited about owning The Creel House, all those minifigs seem great The post I Have No Idea Who Would Actually Want This $300 Stranger Things Set appeared first on Kotaku .
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Tuesday that he did not “stick around” to see live the second U.S. military strike in early September against an alleged drug-trafficking boat that killed the two survivors in the Caribbean. “I watched that first strike live. As you can
Charlie Puth, 4 Non Blondes and the singing voices from Kpop Demon Hunters also make up the line-up
Fourteen workers who signed a petition that warned cuts put the US at risk were initially suspended in August The Trump administration is reversing the reinstatement of workers at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (Fema) who were placed on administrative leave after
Viruses and their hosts—whether bacteria, animals, or humans—are locked in a constant evolutionary arms race. Cells evolve defenses against viral infection, viruses evolve ways around those defenses, and the cycle continues.
Fabergé's The Winter Egg, considered one of his most beautiful creations, sold for nearly £23 million ($30 million) at auction Tuesday in London, smashing the sales record for the legendary jeweler of Imperial Russia.
A new book by journalist Olivia Nuzzi is receiving harsh reviews from outlets including The New York Times and The Washington Post as the author attempts a comeback tour following revelations of a romantic relationship she says she had with Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) said in an interview published on Monday that he’s planning to call the state legislature back to the Capitol for a special session next spring on redistricting. “Yeah, yeah, so we’re going to redistrict,” DeSantis told The Floridian in an
The newly discovered five-inch sketch dates back 500 years.
Elden Ring Nightreign DLC The Forsaken Hollows is out on Dec. 4, but depending on your time zone, you may access it earlier. Here's how.
Mark Zuckerberg’s Instagram is requiring all of its US-based employees to return to the office five days per week, a company spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday.
The American Economic Association on Tuesday imposed a lifetime ban on former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, citing his correspondence and close relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Summers voluntarily resigned as a member of the organization after the
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White House border czar Tom Homan on Monday taunted Democrats who have said they want to prosecute him over immigration raids conducted across the country. “Well, they’ve already said they’re going to,” Homan told Fox News's Jesse Watters. “So come get some." Watters said
A significant number of these genes are involved in mechanisms that regulate blood pressure, reduce inflammation and control sugar metabolism. These are critical processes for long-term cardiovascular health.
Finding the ideal artist to reopen the historic Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs might have seemed like a tall order, at least if the 89-year-old venue’s new operators wanted to touch every possible important base for a refurbishment-celebrating gala. Someone whose concert
OpenAI boss Sam Altman has reportedly declared a “code red” pushing employees to improve ChatGPT as AI giant fends off concerns that it is losing ground to rivals like Google.
The brain doesn't just recognize the human voice. A study by the University of Geneva (UNIGE) shows that certain areas of our auditory cortex respond specifically to the vocalizations of chimpanzees, our closest cousins, both phylogenetically and acoustically.
“Stranger Things” Season 5 had a record-breaking debut on Netflix. In its first five days of streaming, the season achieved 59.6 million views. That’s the best premiere-week viewership an English-language Netflix series has ever achieved, and the third-best overall, coming
A historic trade-in worth $30,000 isn't really indicative of how much customers will get for their wares at GameStop, despite what the retailer says
EFF has submitted its formal comment to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) opposing a set of proposed rules that would sharply restrict the public’s ability to challenge wrongly granted patents. These rules would make inter partes review (IPR)—the main tool Congress
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Bungie has apparently done right by the artist it stole from to develop Marathon's look.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.), a member of the progressive “squad,” said Tuesday that she’s passing on a Senate bid for Sen. Ed Markey’s (D-Mass.) seat and will instead run for reelection in Massachusetts's 7th Congressional District. “Hearing from so many people from
President Trump used the last few minutes of his hours-long Cabinet meeting Tuesday to launch a particularly nasty attack on Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar and the entire country of Somalia. Trump’s rant was spurred by a leading question about Minnesota governor and
The Nashville-based nonprofit said it had permanently revoked Summers's membership and blacklisted the former Treasury Secretary under Bill Clinton from all of its work.
Researchers at LMU in collaboration with the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in Heidelberg have discovered how the parasite Toxoplasma gondii builds a specialized structure that allows it to move and invade host cells. The study, published in Nature Communications,
The complaint filed with France’s anti-terror prosecutor accuses Israeli authorities of systematic obstruction and war crimes against reporters.
ESPN's Paul Finebaum says he will not run to replace Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R) in the upper chamber, ending months of speculation the sports media personality could make a foray into politics. “I have been deeply moved by so many people in Alabama who have reached out
The hack is the latest in a global trend targeting internet protocol cameras, often used in homes to keep an eye on children and pets, as well as in businesses, hospitals and saunas.
Teamfight Tactics Set 16's main mechanic is Unlocks. 40 champions are locked behind specific objectives. Here's how to unlock them all.
Female vampire bats start to mimic each other over time, offering an intriguing hint into intimate animal social circles The post These Bat Buddies Sound Eerily Alike appeared first on Nautilus .
Nitrogen is a crucial component of proteins and nucleic acids, the fundamental building blocks of all living things, and thus is essential to life on Earth. Gaseous N2 from the atmosphere can be fixed by soil bacteria capable of converting N2 to ammonia or nitrates (NO3).
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Pope Leo has implored Donald Trump not to use military force to force out Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The first American leader of the Catholic Church told reporters Tuesday that it would be “ better ” to “find another way” to apply pressure, such as hosting a dialogue
The five-day drill includes participation from China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Observer states Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan and Iraq will also be present.
The five-day drill includes participation from China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Observer states Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan and Iraq will also be present.
A new study shows that during drought, it's not how hot or how dry it is that determines gas emissions from plants—but how quickly conditions change. This discovery reshapes our understanding of the relationship between drought, vegetation, and air pollution.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime says Indonesia is a major drug smuggling hub despite having some of the strictest drug laws in the world.
“Vanderpump Rules” fans will officially be introduced to a new crew of SUR staffers on Tuesday night. Bravo’s Emmy-winning reality show returns for its 12th season on Dec. 2 at 9 p.m. ET. The best way for cable-cutters to tune into the premiere is on Sling TV, whose Sling Blue
