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America at 250: the Britons who supported the War of Independence

The American revolution was not a straightforward contest between colonists and mother country, despite what the Declaration of Independence said about dissolving the bonds between one people and another. There were, of course, loyalists in America who refused to join the rebel cause. And in Britain, there were many who…

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New obesity figures highlight the income divide

The number of obese adults in England rose from 26% in 2019 to 30% in 2025, according to a new analysis of 55 million people. Nearly one in three adults are now obese.

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Some kinds of insider trading are perfectly legal – and they offer useful signals about a company’s health

It’s a mantra among business executives that slashing their workforce will streamline operations and increase productivity – a strategic boost to the bottom line. And recent downsizing announcements have been no different, especially at tech companies citing massive disruptions caused by artificial intelligence.

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Texas approves mandatory Bible readings in public schools, reigniting a century-long debate

On June 26, 2026, the Texas State Board of Education approved a required reading list for public schools, including selections from the Bible. The 9-5 vote, split along Republican and Democrat party lines, stems from a 2023 state law that required Texas to create a list with at least one…

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Washington DC’s physical appearance has long been a battleground for competing national ideals and presidential visions

Debates over what visitors will see and experience in the nation’s capital city have taken center stage as Americans prepare to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

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Many students listen to music to focus and stay motivated while they study – but it doesn’t always help

Walk into any college library and you will likely see students wearing headphones and listening to music.

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Why Gen Z is falling in love with film photography

Film photography is experiencing a resurrection, summoned by unlikely conjurers: Gen Z.

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As Route 66 turns 100, what is it that we’re actually celebrating?

Working in concert, the American Association of State Highway Officials and the Bureau of Public Roads adopted a uniform highway numbering system and corresponding map on November 11, 1926. The numbering system and map replaced the confusing patchwork of highways and trails, like the Lincoln Highway or the Old Trails…

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8 principles from human ecology can help AI work for human well-being

Artificial intelligence is reshaping relationships by providing conversation and companionship, and reshaping how people work. For children, it is making toys interactive and data-driven, and it is mechanizing and perhaps dehumanizing healthcare. The speed and magnitude of these transformations is breathtaking.

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Can you make a black hole in a laboratory?

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to CuriousKidsUS@theconversation.com.

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How Andy Burnham may try to give the UK economy a boost in his ‘10-year plan’

Andy Burnham’s long held ambition to be the UK’s prime minister will come with some daunting economic challenges.

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Can climate shocks change how people feel about paying taxes?

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Video games are helping players imagine the realities of climate migration

While many people migrate because of social and economic inequalities, forced migration is caused by political conflicts, lack of access to food, and – increasingly – a lack of access to water.

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Germany’s proposal to ease trade tensions with China has not gone down well in Beijing

Trade tensions between the EU and China are deepening. On June 16, the EU’s trade chief, Maroš Šefčovič, said the bloc’s unbalanced trade relationship with China “had reached a point that requires a reset”. The German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, then criticised Beijing days later for what he claimed were its…

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Expert Q&A: why did so many buildings collapse in Venezuela’s double earthquake?

More than 500 people have been killed in Venezuela following powerful back-to-back earthquakes, with many more injured. Rescue teams have also been trying to locate people trapped in collapsed buildings.

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View from The Hill: Liberals now wedged in tunnel, staring at a sinkhole

The Liberal Party reminds one of that cumbersome machine, nicknamed Florence, that became stuck (twice) in a tunnel in the Snowy 2.0 project.

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Should I take zinc or eat oysters to ward off colds, boost my immune system or improve fertility?

Judging by the claims on the bottles, it’s easy to assume a simple zinc tablet is a quick fix for everything from the common cold to low immunity and even male fertility.

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A UN report details the ‘overwhelming’ scale of children killed in Gaza. It raises grave legal questions

A recent United Nations report has detailed serious allegations of Israel deliberately targeting Palestinian children during the conflict since October 2023.

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The government is ‘doubling down’ on its social media ban. But bigger penalties for platforms aren’t enough

The Australian government has announced it is “doubling down” on social media platforms that aren’t complying with age restrictions for under-16s.

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Economic pessimism has set in – but there are reasons for Australians to be hopeful

Feeling gloomy about the future? You’re not alone. New data shows economic pessimism is growing in Australia, and the implications reach far beyond the hip pocket.

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Despite its best efforts, Iran won’t be able to toll the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s why

Tensions have again escalated in the Middle East, with the United States and Iran trading strikes around the Strait of Hormuz.

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The World Cup enters its next stage after witch doctors, surprises and emergency beer deliveries

We are two weeks into the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the knockout rounds starting after the group stages concluded.

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Mixed messages: why media advice about teen sleep can leave parents fatigued

Many of us are now all too familiar with media headlines telling us how to sleep better.

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Andy Burnham’s meteoric rise tells us much about how politics and power are changing

Andy Burnham is set to become the new British prime minister, replacing the humbled Keir Starmer as leader of the Labour party. This means the United Kingdom will have its seventh leader in less than a decade.

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Australians are hungry for new history books – but historians are pressured not to publish locally

Even after decades of history wars, Australians still have a keen appetite for Australian history. According to recent research by UNSW, 83% of Australians believe history is relevant to society today – but only 57% feel we know much about it.

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