How do you find out the age of a wild animal? For some Australian marsupials, we have discovered you can tell from their teeth. In a new paper published in Archives of Oral Biology, we show that the front teeth of kangaroos record their age in a number of different ways – and they can even tell us if the roo is male or female. Long in the tooth Finding out the age of a wild animal can be important for vets, ecologists and conservationists. Wildlife welfare and assessing the overall health of a population both depend on knowing the…
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Thank you Madame Vice-President, The UK remains deeply concerned about the human rights situation in Eritrea, which is not improving with any sense of urgency. We continue to call for the reform of Eritrea’s national service policy, by ending its indefinite nature; and the implementation of the Constitution, including its provisions for the participation of an elected legislature, independent media and a free and open civil society. We also call on Eritrea once again to re-engage with the concerns expressed by this Council, cooperate fully with the mandate of the Special Rapporteur, and engage with the support being offered by…
Breathtaking neo-Gothic marvel on the Danube Welcome to our comprehensive travel guide for visiting Hungarian Parliament Building, a destination known for its unique blend of cultural richness, history, and educational value in Budapest, Hungary. Here, you will find detailed insights into what makes Hungarian Parliament Building such a unique cultural attraction. About The Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest is a stunning neo-Gothic masterpiece along the Danube River. It’s a cultural and historical treasure filled with intricate carvings, gold-plated chambers, and the majestic Holy Crown of Hungary. Visitors can explore through guided tours, soaking in the grandeur of committee rooms and…
The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) program has deepened the relationship between the United States and Germany for the last four decades, with more than 26,000 American and German participants since its start in 1983. In celebration of the program’s 40th anniversary, the Department hosted a reception this week at the Library of Congress for American CBYX participants who just arrived home from Germany, along with other CBYX alumni, American host families, host school representatives, implementing program partners, and State Department officials. CBYX is a bilaterally funded program jointly administered by the governments of the United States and Germany. It provides…
This week, the U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy called for health warnings on social media for younger users. This recent call follows an earlier Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, also published by the Surgeon General. Health warnings on social media would be analogous to the ones seen on cigarette packages, serving as reminders to parents and youth of the mental health risks of social media. The Surgeon General also called for schools to become phone-free environments. Although in his op-ed, Murthy acknowledged that research on these topics is not yet conclusive, he also noted that we…
It’s winter, so many of us will be bringing out, or buying, winter bedding. But how much of a difference does your bedding make to your thermal comfort? Can a particular textile help you sleep? Is it wool, or other natural fibres, such as cotton? How about polyester? With so much choice, it’s easy to be confused. Here’s what we found when we reviewed the evidence – not just for winter, but also for the summer ahead. The importance of bedding We rely on our bedding to maintain a comfortable temperature to help us sleep. And the right textiles can…
Funded under the Euratom Research and Training Programme, a new Innovation Action called SAVE is a significant step forward in Europe’s efforts towards nuclear fuel diversification, accelerated after Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine.With the grant agreement signed on 14 June, the project will work with EUR 10 million in EU contribution. Led by the nuclear power company Framatome (France and Germany) and gathering 17 partners from seven EU Member States as well as Ukraine, it will contribute to a swift and secure development and deployment of a European fuel solution for the so-called water-water energetic reactor (VVER). These were…
Adults in Israel are closely divided on whether they trust the national government to do what is right for the country, and just 35% are optimistic about the future of Israel’s political system. Institutions such as the military, police and Supreme Court are generally seen as having a positive influence on society, though these views vary significantly along ethnic and ideological lines. At the time of the survey, taken before Gantz left the government and Netanyahu disbanded the war cabinet, most Israelis expressed negative attitudes toward their political leaders. Just one of the seven officials we asked about – Defense…
WASHINGTON – To highlight the investments and priorities of the most pro-worker, pro-union administration in history, Acting Secretary Su is traveling the country this summer to engage with workers and employers on the department’s commitment to improving job quality and fighting for workers. By investing federal resources that create pathways to good jobs for all communities, the Biden-Harris administration is making good on its promise to grow the economy from the middle out and the bottom up. Earlier this month, Acting Secretary Su visited Pheonix, Arizona and Birmingham, Alabama to announce that both cities are committed to adopting and implementing the…
They disrespected him with jeers and boos. Asked about the lack of ethics displayed by his party, he blinked painfully slowly. Probed as to why, even now, he has failed to suspend candidates caught up in the betting scandal, he promised to boot out anyone found to have done wrong — pausing for applause that never came. Instead, the claps came when his opponents — facing their own grilling from the audience — traduced him. It is unprecedented for a prime minister to spend a full day away from the campaign trail two weeks before polling day, as Sunak did…