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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Ivorian Drum Returns Home After a Century

In the heart of Abidjan, a lively crowd of chiefs and villagers gathered at the airport on Friday to greet a giant drum that had been away for more than 100 years. The instrument, known as Djidji Ayokwè or “Panther‑Lion” in the local language, is over three metres long and almost 400 kilos heavy. It

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Mar 12 2026LIFESTYLE

Living with Five Roommates: A London Budget Hack

Daniel Darragh first arrived in London in 2022, hoping to keep his rent manageable by sharing a home with one roommate. Four years on, he now lives with five people in a six‑bedroom house near Queen’s Park. His monthly contribution is 900 pounds, roughly $1, 225, a figure that seems reasonable when

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Mar 12 2026SCIENCE

Hard Work, Long Life: What Science Reveals

A long‑running study started in 1921 followed children who scored high on an IQ test. The researchers tracked these people for decades, watching how their choices affected their later years. This type of research is powerful because it shows real cause‑and‑effect links that short studies miss. Th

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Mar 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Future of Finance Drama Wraps Up

The popular series that follows young money‑makers in London will finish after its fifth season, according to a recent announcement by the network and its partner. The news came as viewers were watching the final episode of season four on Sunday night. Season four, which had eight episodes, focus

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

Marlon Vera: From Ecuadorian Streets to UFC Spotlight

Marlon “Chito” Vera entered the Octagon at UFC Fight Night 268 with a record that needed a turnaround. Ranked ninth in the bantamweight division, he was looking to end a three‑match skid after a close decision loss. The bout against Mexican up‑and‑coming David Martínez was his chance to climb back i

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Feb 25 2026BUSINESS

Longevity Isn’t a Buzzword—It’s a Business Tool

People in business are listening closely to how staying healthy longer can boost performance today. The buzz about an ageing market has shifted from numbers on a balance sheet to real science that shows how better biology fuels sharper thinking, steadier emotions and faster recovery. The newest i

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Feb 17 2026HEALTH

Unlocking Colon Cancer Clues: Genes, Habits, and the Missing Pieces

Colon cancer is a serious health issue. It does not discriminate. It can happen to anyone. But what if we could predict who is more likely to get it? Scientists are exploring this idea. They are looking at both genes and daily habits. This combination might help identify risk factors more accurately

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Feb 15 2026SCIENCE

Brain‑Speed Games Cut Dementia Risk by a Quarter

A long study followed almost 3, 000 older adults for twenty years. Only one type of brain exercise stood out: “speed training. ” These games asked participants to spot and move on visual clues quickly. Those who did the initial five‑week program and then had refresher sessions at about one

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Feb 15 2026EDUCATION

Multimodal Learning Boosts Engagement and Communication for Neurodiverse Students

Students who think differently often find traditional classroom methods hard to follow. Using stories that mix pictures, sounds, and movement can change that picture. In a recent study, researchers tested how these mixed‑media tales affected kids with learning differences. They measured thr

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

Eating Right: How Food Choices Can Add Years to Your Life

People often wonder if what they eat can really make a big difference in how long they live. A recent study looked at how different eating habits affect life expectancy. Researchers studied over 100, 000 people from the UK Biobank. They followed these people for about 10. 6 years and tracked how man

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