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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Time to Pray

The article discusses the enduring human practice of prayer as a fundamental aspect of human identity across cultures and history.

Feb 28 • 15:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

PHOTOS: Brazilian captures the beauty and brutality of wildlife in Africa

Brazilian photographer Sâmia Munaretti showcases the contrasting beauty and harsh realities of wildlife in South Africa through her captivating images and reflections on human impact on nature.

Feb 28 • 13:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Life & Tech

AI can do a lot, but for nonsensical work, humans are the best

The article discusses the limitations of AI compared to human capabilities, particularly in dealing with nonsensical tasks.

Feb 28 • 12:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Bears intruding into living areas causing record human damage; buffer zones reduced due to depopulation

Bears have increasingly encroached upon urban areas in Japan, leading to a record number of human injuries and fatalities this year, significantly impacting daily life and safety.

Feb 28 • 07:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Artificial intelligence must not decide life and death alone, claims company – Trump snapped: 'Leftist lunatics'

A U.S. company asserts that decisions regarding life and death should always involve human input, amidst a conflict with the Trump administration labeling it a national security threat.

Feb 28 • 01:39 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

RESULT OF HUMAN TRIALS: This amino acid can combat cavities and caries

Arginine, a natural amino acid found in saliva and foods, has been shown in human trials in Denmark to inhibit the processes that lead to tooth decay and cavities.

Feb 27 • 18:50 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Zachary Levi reveals the epic battles, human flaws of King David in new Fox Nation series

Zachary Levi hosts a new Fox Nation series that chronicles the life and battles of King David of Israel, highlighting his journey from shepherd to ruler.

Feb 27 • 11:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Severo Ochoa and his most human phrase after losing his wife: 'A woman can change the life trajectory of a man; now life without her is not life'

Severo Ochoa, a Nobel Prize-winning biologist, expressed profound grief and reflection after the death of his wife, highlighting her significant impact on his life and career.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The series 'Fallout' shows Americans what they really are. A very sarcastic universe

The series 'Fallout' explores themes of post-apocalypse and human values, serving as a sharp critique of American society.

Feb 27 • 08:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Snakes Eating Their Own Kind: Why Does This Behavior Repeat 11 Times?

A scientific review reveals that cannibalism among snakes, although shocking from a human perspective, is relatively common and can provide survival advantages under certain conditions.

Feb 27 • 07:11 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

A Great Threat is Our Laziness. An Expert Says What He Wouldn't Let Artificial Intelligence Do

Historian and political scientist Lukáš Sedláček discusses the dual nature of artificial intelligence as both a technological tool and a reflective mirror of human identity in a recent interview.

Feb 27 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

A Wet Border

The article reflects on the evolution and significance of the mouth in human existence, discussing its implications for digestion and emotional experiences.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Graciela

Graciela Fernández Meijide, a prominent Argentine figure, turns 95 amid reflections on the 50th anniversary of the 1976 military coup that deeply impacted her life.

Feb 27 • 03:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The first clinical trial to 'reprogram' human aging is launched

The first human clinical trial aimed at reversing aging processes has begun, announced by Dr. David Sinclair at the World Government Summit.

Feb 26 • 22:08 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Confessions resembling the Yin-Yang harmony of 'Taeguk' from Decadence to Awakening to Conversion

The article reflects on the autobiographical significance of Augustine's 'Confessions' and its thematic parallels with the dualities of human experience.

Feb 26 • 20:18 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Using AI for Cancer Treatment. The Era of Human Evaluation of Biological Experiments is Over, Says Data Scientist Kováč

Michal Kováč discusses the growing importance of artificial intelligence in the field of life sciences and cancer treatment.

Feb 26 • 19:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

UN: The expert on Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, condemns 'toxic' attacks against her

UN expert Francesca Albanese criticized 'toxic' attacks on her personal life following calls for her resignation from several European countries due to her criticism of Israel.

Feb 26 • 16:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

They seek to rebuild human cartilage from apples: the advance of a laboratory

Researchers in France have developed a method to reconstruct human cartilage using apples, making significant strides in biomedical engineering.

Feb 26 • 14:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Food scientists at the Estonian University of Life Sciences acquired a device that imitates the human intestine

Estonian University of Life Sciences has obtained a unique laboratory device that simulates the human intestines to study the effect of food on the microbiome without human testing.

Feb 26 • 13:49 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"Strange act." Women seen kissing in Uganda may face life imprisonment

Two young women in Uganda were arrested for kissing in public, which is punishable by life imprisonment under the country's laws.

Feb 26 • 11:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Help for Balding from a 'Miracle Substance' – Can Restore Hair in Just Three Weeks

A new promising remedy for baldness may allow hair to regrow in just three weeks using natural fatty acids found in the human body.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

We need to learn to say 'I don't know'

The article discusses the societal pressure to always provide quick and confident answers, emphasizing that admitting ignorance is a human trait that fosters curiosity and genuine connections.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

Two women arrested in Uganda for allegedly kissing in public could face life sentence

Two women in Uganda face the possibility of life in prison after being arrested for allegedly kissing in public, an act deemed as same-sex activity in the country.

Feb 26 • 08:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Does winter really weaken you? Why it may be more valuable to the body than a constant summer

The article discusses the importance of seasonal variation, particularly winter, for human biology and resilience.

Feb 26 • 07:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Days of God.. The Holy Quran's Talk About Sustenance

The article discusses the Quranic perspective on sustenance, emphasizing the divine assurance of provision and the existential questions surrounding human effort and fate.

Feb 25 • 16:22 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Aral Sea is coming back to life. Kazakh experts speak of a breakthrough

Kazakh authorities report a significant recovery of the Aral Sea, which had nearly disappeared due to human activity, highlighting its improving hydrology and positive implications for the local economy.

Feb 25 • 14:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Accepting the Truth in Its Essence

The article discusses the duality of sweetness in nature versus the unpredictable bitterness of human emotions and experiences.

Feb 25 • 13:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

It's good craftsmanship, but watch your blood pressure

The article discusses the storytelling elements of medical dramas, focusing on their portrayal of human experiences rather than just medical facts.

Feb 25 • 10:43 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

A robot presented in Japan - a Buddhist monk

A new robot named 'Buddharoid' has been introduced in Japan, designed to communicate and participate in religious ceremonies traditionally held by human monks.

Feb 25 • 08:06 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Sanna: The feeling of shame is still constant

A reflection on the enduring nature of human emotions amid a tumultuous external world.

Feb 25 • 06:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Chocolate Honey Created Beneficial for Human Health

Researchers in Brazil have developed a new health-beneficial chocolate honey using a stingless bee species and cocoa pod husks.

Feb 25 • 06:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Sometimes, only sometimes

The article reflects on a future where machines might write like the poet Lorca but lack the essence of human experience and emotion.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Play, a right in childhood and beneficial at any stage of life

The article discusses the fundamental right to play for children and its ongoing benefits throughout life, as recognized by international human rights conventions.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Dangerous chemicals detected in headphones. "They migrate to the human body"

A study has revealed that harmful chemicals detected in headphones commonly available in Central European markets pose potential health risks.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Is AI at the level of human intelligence? It depends on the perspective

The article discusses the question of whether artificial intelligence has reached human-level intelligence, highlighting the role of perspective in this assessment.

Feb 25 • 00:22 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Uganda: Worries grow over Kizza Besigye's health

There is rising concern about the health of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, who has been imprisoned for over a year, as threats against his life continue to emerge.

Feb 24 • 20:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Science is not natural in humans

The article discusses the limitations of human reasoning in scientific thinking, emphasizing that humans are often guided by personal biases rather than methodical scientific approaches.

Feb 24 • 17:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

How the Anatomy of Buttocks Made Us Human

The article explores the significance of human buttocks anatomy in the evolution of Homo sapiens, emphasizing its aesthetic allure and biological functions.

Feb 24 • 13:10 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Small talk is a form of human sniffing. Here’s how to learn it

In a new book, conversation researcher Birte Asmuss emphasizes the importance of small talk for enhancing happiness and nurturing relationships, asserting that it is a skill everyone can learn.

Feb 24 • 10:47 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

We should not let AI into art, after all, that’s what we want to do as humans, says restorer Krkošová

Restorer and illustrator Kamila Krkošová discusses the encroachment of artificial intelligence in the creative arts and stresses the importance of human creativity and artistic cultivation.

Feb 24 • 09:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Chinese AI model surpasses doctors in diagnosing rare diseases

A Chinese research team has developed an AI model called 'DeepRare' that significantly outperforms human doctors in diagnosing rare diseases.

Feb 24 • 09:03 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

Working with Artificial Intelligence

The article discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs, emphasizing the need for workers to adapt to changing work environments and explore areas where human skills remain vital.

Feb 24 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

The power of buttocks: how the anatomy of the butt made us human

The article explores the evolutionary significance and aesthetic appreciation of human buttocks.

Feb 24 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Smart underwear created to study human flatulence emissions

A team of researchers has developed smart underwear equipped with sensors to measure human flatulence emissions accurately.

Feb 23 • 19:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

What Science Really Knows About the 'Love Hormone'

The article explores the role of oxytocin, often referred to as the 'love hormone,' in human emotions and its biological functions beyond romantic love.

Feb 23 • 16:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Why are human babies so helpless at birth?

The article explores the reasons behind the helplessness of human infants at birth compared to animals, referencing new research from the University of Zurich.

Feb 23 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Wait, because love always comes

The article explores the intrinsic nature of love, encouraging readers to recognize its presence in their lives and to express it generously without fear or conditions.

Feb 23 • 15:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Andrea Bariselli, psychologist and neuroscientist: "We demand too much from the brain against our nature"

Andrea Bariselli discusses the detrimental effects of excessive information consumption and multitasking on human nature and brain capacity.

Feb 23 • 13:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Influencers from Mirage: How Algorithms Have Stealed the Spotlight from Humans?

The rise of virtual influencers, driven by advanced AI algorithms, has overshadowed real human influencers, impacting social media dynamics.

Feb 23 • 11:09 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Life & Tech

Why are human hands so dexterous? Not only the newly evolved areas of the brain are responsible

Recent research reveals that human hand dexterity is due to the coordination of ancient spinal cord circuits and new brain circuits.

Feb 23 • 02:00 UTC

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