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From Belle Burden to Elizabeth Strout, New England Booksellers Name 2026 Book Award Winners
The 2026 New England Book Awards went to a memoir, a novel, a poetry collection and three books for young readers, chosen by independent booksellers and named Sept. 16 at…
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Sports
The Life and Career of Michael Gerald Tyson
Michael Gerald Tyson (30 June 1966) was an American boxer who became the youngest heavyweight champion in history, at age 20. Early Life And Education Michael Gerard Tyson, known as…
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The Life and Achievements of Bert Sakmann
Bert Sakmann is a German cell physiologist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1991, jointly with Erwin Neher. Early Life and Education Bert Sakmann, the…
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World Drowning Prevention Day: History, Theme, and Significance
World Drowning Prevention Day is observed each year on 25 July. It is aimed at raising awareness about death because of drowning. It serves as an opportunity to highlight the tragic and…
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Today in History
Nelson Mandela International Day: History, Theme, and Significance
Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated every year on 18 July, Mandela’s birthday. The United Nations officially declared the day in November 2009, with the first UN Mandela Day on…
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Indian History
20 July in Indian and World History
20 July in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 20 July is the birth anniversary of Rajendra Kumar Tuli, Naseeruddin Shah, and R Banumathi.…
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Celebrating life and legacy of Gerhart Hauptmann
Gerhart Hauptmann (15 November 1862 – 6 June 1946) was a German dramatist and novelist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1912. Life and Career Gerhart Hauptmann…
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2024: Theme, History, and Significance
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), observed on June 15th, is a vital occasion that shines a light on the issue of elder abuse, a serious social problem that often…
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Health
WHO Report Highlights Urgent Need for Innovative Antibacterial Agents to Combat AMR
Geneva, June 14, 2024 – The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its latest report on antibacterial agents, revealing a concerning gap in the development of innovative treatments for serious…
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Health
South Africa Reports Surge in Mpox Cases: WHO Notified
Representational Image© Reuters 09 July 2024 – The Republic of South Africa has reported 20 confirmed cases of mpox between 8 May and 2 July 2024, with three fatalities, according to…
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Over 3 million annual deaths due to alcohol and drug use, majority among men
25 June 2024 –A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that 2.6 million deaths per year were attributable to alcohol consumption, accounting for 4.7% of all deaths, and 0.6…
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Today in History
Celebrating the Life and Contributions of Robert Bruce Merrifield
Robert Bruce Merrifield (15 July 1921 – 14 May 2006) was an American biochemist who won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1984.
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World Asteroid Day: History, Theme, and Significance
Every year on 30 June, the United Nations observes Asteroid Day to raise public awareness of the risks of asteroid impacts. This day serves to educate the public about asteroids…
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Wireless Visionary: Guglielmo Marconi’s Journey to Revolutionize Communication
Guglielmo Marconi (25 April 1874 – 20 July 1937)was an Italian physicist and inventor who is credited with developing the first practical radio communication system. He was awarded the Nobel…
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Today in History
The Life and Legacy of Lord Rayleigh
Lord Rayleigh (12 November 1842– 30 June 1919) was a science, including physics, optics, and acoustics. In 1904, Lord Rayleigh was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics. Early Life And…
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