Have we found the African origin of all humanity? It's complicated
A study claims to have pinpointed the Okavango Delta in Botswana as the origin of humanity, but geneticists and anthropologists say the evidence is deeply flawed
A study claims to have pinpointed the Okavango Delta in Botswana as the origin of humanity, but geneticists and anthropologists say the evidence is deeply flawed
If you're traveling overseas, you now have multiple options for staying connected, They no longer cost an arm and a leg, and if you have a modern mobile device from Apple or Google, you don't have to remove your SIM card. Here's how these eSIM options work.
French energy group under pressure to address faults highlighted in a new report
A study has concluded that the earliest ancestors of anatomically modern humans (Homo sapiens sapiens) emerged in a southern African 'homeland' and thrived there for 70 thousand years.
(10) Hygiea is an asteroid... but maybe not for much longer.
Governance in climate vulnerable countries will take decades to improve, substantially impeding the ability of nations to adapt to climate change and affecting billions of people globally, according to new research involving the University of East Anglia (UEA).
Can you remember who started for England when they beat Eddie Jones' Australia to win the World Cup in 2003?
After years of unsuccessfully trying to negotiate a new contract, the teachers of Dedham, Massachusetts have voted overwhelmingly to go on strike. The amazing thing about this is the fact that Massachusetts has had a law for 100 years banning public workers from striking:
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Google has made an offer to acquire Fitbit, Reuters reported, which would potentially give the firm a presence in the smartwatch market.
The loss of biodiversity continues at an alarming rate despite decades of research and international policies setting out clear goals in the area. In an article published this week in Nature Sustainability, an international team of scientists including researchers from McGill identified seven key areas for future research in order to tackle, effectively, the root causes of the problem. They reached their conclusions by looking at all major regional and thematic reports from the Intergovernmental... Читать дальше...
Google parent Alphabet is reportedly in discussions to acquire fitness smartwatch maker Fitbit, according to Reuters. Google is said to have made an offer, but the terms were not disclosed in the report. More »
Can you remember who started for England when they beat Eddie Jones' Australia to win the World Cup in 2003?
Not enough ships to do a good job of it.
A new study of 1,628 older people living in Japan found a 52–74% higher chance of developing dementia in those with higher blood levels of trans fats.
The Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Black Edition 2-in-1 is a laptop whose biggest selling point is at odds with a harsh reality.
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ALEXANDRA SCHOOL is producing outstanding students fit for a rapidly-changing global society. That was touted of her alma mater by Dr Ramona Archer-Bradshaw, acting deputy principal of Erdiston...
The Productivity Commission (PC) of the Australian federal government has produced a number of reports in recent (and past) years on higher education. These well-researched and well-resourced studies provide an ideal foundation for exploring and explaining the history of, issues in and likely drivers for the “Disaster Down Under” … with possible lessons for the USA.
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Iran’s fiscal breakeven oil price—the one at which the country would be able to balance its budget—is US$194.60 a barrel for 2020, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said in a report on Monday, in which it lowered its economic growth forecasts for the entire Middle East region. Due to the U.S. sanctions severely constraining Iran’s oil exports, the Islamic Republic would have balanced its budget for 2019 if oil prices were at US$155.60 per barrel, according to the IMF’s estimates in its Regional... Читать дальше...
The main facade stands out for its play of volumes composed of two elements with a lot of presence, a vertical stone element of stone from the Colima volcanoes and transversely a horizontal element formed by reinforced concrete walls and steel beams. Breaking the continuity of this, a fine wooden lattice used as a sunscreen creates a play of light and shadows on the interior of the house.
Seven steps to ensuring your team comes away with valuable insights, goals and actions.
The Louisiana native's star is in a meaningful location. Continue reading…
Two weeks ahead of their matchup with Alabama, the Tigers jumped the Tide in the rankings to earn their first #1 ranking in 8 years. Continue reading…
After improving in 2018, it appears as though driver detention time has increased recently, with many shippers falling back into habits that delay trucks at their docks and push up dwell times.