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Eating dark chocolate can improve focus, brain function in mentally challenging tasks — study
A study published in the journal Heliyon suggests that dark chocolate may do more than satisfy cravings—it could also help improve mental focus. Researchers found that consuming dark chocolate rich in cacao polyphenols may enhance cognitive performance, particularly during mentally demanding…
Oil prices climb as US strikes on Iran fuel fears truce is unravelling
TOKYO, July 8 (Reuters) – Oil prices climbed nearly 2% on Wednesday after the U.S. military launched airstrikes against Iran and reimposed crude sales sanctions, raising fears their fragile truce was unravelling and Middle East supplies could be disrupted again. The U.S. airstrikes were in…
South Korean law targeting false online information takes effect
SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea began enforcing Tuesday a revised law targeting false information posted online, toughening penalties for repeat offenders despite concerns over the impact on free speech. The law, which requires major platforms to set up new response systems, comes as concern…
Thousands without power in US Pacific islands after Super Typhoon Bavi
GUAM — Tens of thousands of people were without power Tuesday on Guam and the Northern Marianas after a super typhoon tore through the US Pacific territories, with no casualties reported. Worst hit was the small island of Rota when it was struck early Monday by Super Typhoon Bavi with winds up to…
Grand Theft Auto 6 seen to break records, sales on November launch, analysts say
The highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI is expected to break industry records upon its release on November 19, 2026, according to analysts. Citing industry forecasts, Forbes reported that the game could sell up to 40 million copies within its first 24 hours, potentially generating…
Study finds kimchi may help remove nanoplastics from the human body
A recent study suggests that eating kimchi, the traditional fermented cabbage dish from South Korea, may help remove nanoplastics from the human body. The study, published in the international journal Bioresource Technology, presents a potential biological approach to addressing the growing…
El Niño set to be strong, UN warns
GENEVA, Switzerland — El Niño will quickly develop into a strong event between July and September, fuelling the likelihood of extreme weather, the United Nations’ weather and climate agency warned Friday. The World Meteorological Organization said El Nino had already set in, and would quickly gain…
UN chief warns AI is developing faster than rules can keep up
GENEVA, July 6 (Reuters) – The United Nations secretary general on Monday warned that artificial intelligence is developing faster than anyone can keep up, urging the need for globally harmonised rules to reduce potential risks – especially to children. “A technology that can reshape…
A new champion awaits: World No. 1, 2, 3 exit Wimbledon
The top three seeds in women’s tennis bowed out of the Wimbledon Championships after suffering defeats in their respective matches, ensuring that a new champion will be crowned this year. Defending champion and World No. 3 Iga Swiatek was dethroned by Filipina rising star Alex Eala in the third…
US National Weather Service on super typhoon ‘Bavi’: ‘very dangerous and catastrophic’
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA — A “super typhoon” with equivalent force to a category-5 hurricane made landfall on the US island of Rota in the Pacific on Monday, the National Weather Service said, warning of “catastrophic damage and (a) life threatening situation.” “The western eyewall of Super…
WHO declares cruise ship hantavirus outbreak over
GENEVA, Switzerland — The World Health Organization on Thursday declared an end to the deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship which sparked international alarm, after the last person left quarantine. There were 12 confirmed and one probable case stemming from the MV Hondius, including three…
Do not open until 2276: US burying time capsule to mark July 4
Americans living in 2276 will get a taste of what their ancestors today think best represents the nation thanks to a time capsule to be buried this July 4. The 900 pound (400 kilo) stainless steel cylinder will go into the ground Saturday, as the nation marks its 250th birthday, not far from where…
Oil falls for a third straight day after US, Iran talks conclude in Doha
SINGAPORE, July 2 (Reuters) – Oil prices dropped about 1% on Thursday, down for a third consecutive day, after Qatar said Iran and the U.S. had made progress in indirect talks focused on the Strait of Hormuz, which handled one-fifth of global oil supply before the war. The discussions produced…
Reading physical books requires less brain energy than e-books, study shows
Reading stories on physical books may require less brain effort than reading on digital screens, according to a Japanese study. The research, published in the journal PLOS ONE, provides neurological evidence showing how different reading formats can affect how the brain processes and understands…
Serena Williams falls in Wimbledon comeback
Serena Williams suffered a dramatic first-round defeat on her return to singles tennis at Wimbledon on Tuesday as she succumbed to inspired Australian youngster Maya Joint, while Iga Swiatek started her title defence with a nervy win. Williams lost 6-3, 6-7 (6/8), 6-3 on Centre Court in her first…