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Swiss Voters Decide on Digital IDs

  • September 29, 2025
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Swiss voters are heading to the polls this Sunday to decide on the introduction of electronic identity cards. This marks the second nationwide referendum on the issue.The first proposal failed in 2021 after critics raised concerns about data protection and the influence of private companies. The revised plan seeks to resolve those worries by making […]

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Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Sign Mutual Defense Pact

  • September 29, 2025
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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a landmark Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement (SMDA) during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Riyadh. Analysts describe the deal as a major shift in regional security. The pact, announced last week, states that aggression against either country will be treated as aggression against both. This clause highlights a new […]

A00101 International News

UN Reimposes Sanctions on Iran Amid Nuclear Tensions

  • September 29, 2025
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Sweeping United Nations economic and military sanctions have returned to Iran, a decade after leaders lifted them under the landmark 2015 nuclear deal. The UK, France, and Germany triggered the “snapback” mechanism, accusing Tehran of nuclear escalation and refusing to honor international commitments.This move marks a turning point in Iran’s already tense relations with Western […]

F00072 Education

Microcolleges: Why every higher education system needs one

  • September 29, 2025
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In recent years, the idea of “microcolleges” has gained growing attention as a possible solution to the challenges facing higher education. Unlike traditional universities, microcolleges are smaller, more flexible institutions that deliver focused and practical learning experiences. Supporters argue that they can bridge the gap between conventional degree programs and the rapidly changing demands of […]

F00073 Education

Education crisis in IIOJK: 32,000 students taught by single teachers

  • September 29, 2025
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The education sector in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) is facing a deep crisis. Thousands of students remain deprived of proper teaching resources and quality learning. Official data shows that more than 32,000 students in 1,371 schools depend on single teachers. In many cases, one teacher handles multiple grades and subjects at the […]

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Experts urge integration of AI into education system

  • September 29, 2025
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Education experts increasingly highlight the need to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the academic system. They believe AI can transform learning by making education more personalized, efficient, and accessible.Technology already shapes industries worldwide, so schools and universities must adapt to prepare students for a rapidly changing future.AI-powered tools help teachers assess student performance more effectively. […]

H00097 Science

Study Links Autism Genes to Human Cognitive Evolution

  • September 29, 2025
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A new study in Molecular Biology and Evolution links autism to the same evolutionary changes that helped humans become highly intelligent. Researchers found that neurons in the brain’s outer layer, called L2/3 IT neurons, evolved much faster in humans than in other apes. Many of these rapid changes occurred in genes linked to Autism Spectrum […]

H00098 Science

Smarter Seismic Tech Unlocks Trapped Oil Reserves

  • September 29, 2025
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Oil wells that appear “dry” may not actually be empty. A research team from Penn State University, using PSC’s Bridges-2 supercomputer, discovered that hidden geological structures can block oil flow, leaving untapped reserves behind. Their work could revolutionize drilling methods by helping companies recover resources once thought lost. Traditionally, seismic imaging has been used to […]

H00099 Science

Ultra-Processed Foods Raise Inflammation & Chronic Disease Risk

  • September 29, 2025
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Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) such as sodas, snacks, and processed meats dominate U.S. diets. However, new research links them to inflammation and serious health risks. A Florida Atlantic University study shows that heavy UPF intake fuels inflammation, which drives heart disease, cancer, and other chronic illnesses.UPFs now make up nearly 60% of adult calories and almost […]

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South Korea Grants Visa-Free Entry to Chinese Tour Groups

  • September 29, 2025
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South Korea will soon allow visa-free entry for Chinese group tourists. The policy begins on September 29, 2025 and will last until June 2026. It is the first time in eight years that group visitors from China enjoy such access. Why Korea Waived Visas The government hopes this step will revive the struggling tourism industry […]