Scientists have reportedly recorded electrical activity in the Martian atmosphere for the first time, indicating that Mars may be capable of producing lightning. NASA’s Perseverance rover, which landed on Mars in 2021, has been exploring the Jezero Crater region for the past four years in search of signs of past life. The rover’s SuperCam instrument […]
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A recent government commitment not to tax the state pension until 2030 is drawing attention, raising questions about its implications for different groups. Chancellor Rachel Reeves indicated in her Budget speech that individuals relying solely on the state pension will not be subject to income tax during this period. The state pension is projected to
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Labour’s education secretary, Bridget Phillipson, has announced changes to the party’s policy regarding workers’ rights related to unfair dismissal. The initial proposition to allow all workers to claim unfair dismissal from their first day has been modified. Instead, the government plans to reduce the qualifying period from two years to six months. This adjustment comes
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A fire in Hong Kong has claimed the lives of at least 128 people, marking the region’s deadliest blaze in over 70 years. The incident occurred in the Tai Po suburb, affecting multiple high-rise buildings. Alongside the fatalities, 79 individuals suffered injuries, and dozens are reported missing. The buildings involved, Wang Fuk Court, were undergoing
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Black Friday is widely recognized as an ideal period for purchasing TVs and related accessories at reduced prices. This time of year often presents an opportunity to upgrade home entertainment systems, as consumers can find significant discounts. Typically, shopping during Black Friday involves finding deals on outgoing models, with retailers working to clear older inventory
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A new trend on TikTok involves users creating scenarios incorporating the acronyms Y/N and CEO. The trend is characterized by exaggerated storytelling that mirrors themes found in fan fiction. In this context, “Y/N” stands for “your name,” inviting the audience to insert their name into the narrative and act as the main character. The scenarios
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A vintage market trader in Birmingham has announced their retirement after 60 years of service. This long-standing member of the local market community has been a familiar presence, offering a variety of vintage items to customers throughout the decades. The trader began their journey in the market scene several decades ago and has seen the
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Pope Leo XIV encountered difficulties while attempting to unveil a plaque during his visit to a church in Istanbul on Friday. The event took place at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, where the Pope struggled to pull away the cloth covering a marble tablet that commemorates his trip to Turkey. During the unveiling, church
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On Wednesday, two National Guard members were shot and wounded near Farragut Square in Washington D.C., just blocks from the White House. President Donald Trump reported that one of the soldiers, identified as Sarah Beckstrom, 20, died on Thursday, while the second, Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains in critical condition. The suspected shooter, an Afghan national
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With Thanksgiving now behind us, attention turns to Black Friday, recognized as the largest shopping day of the year. This year features a wide array of deals across various categories. A team from The Verge has conducted extensive research to identify noteworthy offers, focusing on gadgets that infrequently see discounts or are currently at their
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