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National & Local

Epstein and the Scientists: First Look, Then Accept Money

The article discusses the motives behind Jeffrey Epstein's substantial donations to universities and scientists, suggesting they were aimed at gaining influence in the scientific community.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:30 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Marie Curie: the decision to store her notebooks in lead boxes for 1,500 years

Marie Curie's manuscripts are meticulously preserved in lead-lined boxes, with access strictly regulated even today, reflecting their ongoing significance in the scientific community.

Feb 27 β€’ 11:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Photo of albino tapir recorded more than a decade ago paved the way for research in the interior of SP: 'It becomes a symbol,' says photographer

The rare sighting of an albino tapir in SΓ£o Paulo has garnered attention and spurred scientific research into the species, which holds significant cultural ties to the local community.

Feb 23 β€’ 10:09 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
World

10 dinosaur eggs found in a cliff

A significant discovery of ten intact dinosaur eggs, estimated to be 150 million years old, has been made on a cliff in Santa Cruz, Portugal, capturing the attention of the European scientific community.

Feb 18 β€’ 11:20 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
World

They found exceptionally large shoes from an ancient Roman town that caught the attention of researchers

Archaeologists in the UK discovered unusually large Roman shoes at the Magna Roman Fort in Northumberland, sparking intrigue and discussions within the scientific community.

Feb 17 β€’ 22:10 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Maria Gunther: No Turning Back for American Research

The American scientific community is struggling to regain its footing after a year of severe budget cuts and layoffs, as discussed at the recent AAAS conference in Phoenix.

Feb 17 β€’ 15:29 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

What is the Problem of US President Donald Trump with Scientists?

The article discusses the challenges and conflicts between former US President Donald Trump's administration and the scientific community, focusing on the migration of scientists and the impact of Trump's policies on scientific research.

Feb 13 β€’ 09:55 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Custom Babies, Obsession with Eugenics... The Mysterious Implications of Jeffrey Epstein in the Scientific Community

The article explores Jeffrey Epstein's connections and contributions to the scientific community, particularly his interest in human DNA enhancement and eugenics, fueled by recently declassified documents.

Feb 13 β€’ 07:33 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Case Orelha: Exhumation of the dog’s body is authorized and forensic examination will be conducted by the Scientific Police

The exhumation of Orelha, a community dog in FlorianΓ³polis, has been authorized to facilitate further forensic investigation into the circumstances of his death.

Feb 12 β€’ 21:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Cancelled the megaproject that threatened one of the most important astronomical observatories in the world in Chile

The industrial megaproject near the Paranal Observatory in Chile has been cancelled, relieving the scientific community concerned about its impact on clear skies essential for astronomical research.

Feb 12 β€’ 04:30 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

NASA identifies the date when an asteroid the size of Big Ben could impact the Moon

NASA has identified December 22, 2032, as the date when a moderately sized asteroid could collide with the Moon, an event that piques the interest of the scientific community despite posing no threat to Earth.

Feb 4 β€’ 19:02 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Researchers can't believe it: the discovery by an 8-year-old changes science forever

A chance discovery made by an eight-year-old boy has baffled the scientific community and opened new avenues for ecological research.

Feb 3 β€’ 09:31 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

From Crime to Court: The Entire Community of Investigative Criminology at an Innovative Scientific Seminar at Keele University in Greece

The scientific seminar titled 'From Crime to Court' successfully concluded in Athens, showcasing the collaboration between academic expertise and practical operations in investigative criminology to support judicial authorities.

Feb 3 β€’ 09:00 UTC
🌍 Africanews
Life & Tech

In Senegal, observing chimpanzees saves some from working in the mines

In Senegal's Kedougou region, local men have transitioned from dangerous mining work to research and observation of chimpanzees due to a long-running scientific project.

Jan 15 β€’ 18:15 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Večernji List
National & Local

Amendment to the Law on Higher Education: Is the system adapting to interest groups within the academic community?

The Ministry of Science, Education, and Youth in Croatia is set to amend the Law on Higher Education and Scientific Activity for the first time since its adoption in 2022, highlighting the need to refine certain provisions based on practical experiences before further legislative changes are proposed.

Jan 11 β€’ 18:51 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Life & Tech

10 good news of the week

Every Sunday, '10 Good News of the Week' shares ten uplifting stories about generous people, small and big achievements, significant sports feats, scientific discoveries, and other events that brightened our week.

Jan 11 β€’ 14:52 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Life & Tech

10 Good News of the Week

The article highlights ten positive stories from the week, showcasing kind individuals, significant achievements, and encouraging scientific discoveries.

Jan 4 β€’ 12:40 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Money spent, time invested, and less trust in the system: how the four major publishers "drain" science

The article discusses how the commercialization of scientific journals by the four major publishers undermines the research community and erodes trust in the system.

Jan 2 β€’ 20:46 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
Life & Tech

How the "discovered" planet that never existed

In January 1860, the scientific community was misled by the purported discovery of the planet Vulkan, which was thought to orbit within Mercury's path, but later proved to be nonexistent, leaving a peculiar mark in astronomy and popular culture.

Jan 2 β€’ 16:45 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ DenΓ­k N
National & Local

If the biggest scientific catastrophe of this year had legs, it would become the US Secretary of Health

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s appointment as the US Secretary of Health and Human Services, highlighting strong opposition from the scientific community due to his history of promoting disinformation.

Dec 30 β€’ 23:01 UTC

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