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Ukraine’s IT army is a world first: here’s why it is an important part of the war
Ukraine’s recently formed “IT army” is playing a crucial role in the war with Russia, launching disruptive cyber-attacks and data thefts against the Russian government and other high-profile targets such…
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How climate change is affecting the seasons
Autumn has finally arrived in the UK following an unusually sunny September. The days are growing shorter, the temperature cooler, and the leaves are changing colour.
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November 1 Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide
Celebrating life and legacy of Philip Noel-Baker
Philip Noel-Baker (1 November 1889 – 8 October 1982) was a British politician, diplomat, academic, athlete, and renowned campaigner for disarmament. Life and Career Philip Noel-Baker was born on November…
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1 November in Indian and World History
1 November in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 1 November is the birth anniversary of Ramesh Chandra Lahoti, Narendra Achyut Dabholkar, Nita Mukesh…
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November 1 Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide
Karnataka Rajyotsava and its Significance
Karnataka Rajyotsava, also known as Karnataka State Day, is a significant event celebrated on November 1 every year. This day marks the birth of the state of Karnataka, as we…
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Today in History
George Bernard Shaw: A Legacy of Wit, Wisdom, and Social Critique
George Bernard Shaw (26 July 1856 – 2 November 1950) an Irish playwright, critic, polemicist and political activist. In 1925, George Bernard Shaw was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.…
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Melvin Schwartz: Illuminating the Mysteries of Particle Physics
Melvin Schwartz (2 November 1932 – 28 August 2006) was an American physicist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1988. Life and Career Melvin Schwartz was born…
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World History
Samba’s Soul: Celebrating the Life of Jovelina Pérola Negra
Jovelina Pérola Negra (21 July 1944 – 2 November 1998) stage name of Jovelina Farias Belfort, was a Brazilian samba singer and songwriter.
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November 1 Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide
Unmasking a Legend: The Story of Robert B. Laughlin
Robert B. Laughlin is an American physicist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1998. Life and Career Robert B. Laughlin was born on November 1, 1950, in…
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Carlos Saavedra Lamas: Architect of Peace in Latin America
Carlos Saavedra Lamas (1 November 1878– 5 May 1959) was a Foreign Minister. In 1936, Carlos Saavedra Lamas was awarded the Nobel Prize.
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World History
Toni Stone: Pioneering the Diamond for Women in Baseball
Toni Stone (17 July 1921 – 2 November 1996) was the first of three women to play professional baseball full-time for the Indianapolis Clowns, in the previously all-male Negro leagues.…
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Severo Ochoa: Pioneer in Biochemistry and Nobel Laureate
Severo Ochoa (24 September 1905 – 1 November 1993) was a renowned Spanish-American biochemist and molecular biologist. Severo Ochoa was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1959.…
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Exxon, Apple and other corporate giants will have to disclose all their emissions under California’s new climate laws
Many of the world’s largest public and private companies will soon be required to track and report almost all of their greenhouse gas emissions if they do business in California…
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Israel-Hamas war: history shows the dangers of a creeping occupation
The US president, Joe Biden, has warned Israel that occupying Gaza “would be a big mistake”. The warning seemed to be aimed directly at voices within the Israeli government who…
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Lucha Reyes: The Voice of Mexican Tradition
Lucha Reyes (July 19, 1936 – October 31, 1973) was a Peruvian performer and one of the most respected singers of her country, one of Peru's most famous Afro-Peruvian personalities…
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