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Oil edges higher ahead of inflation data after downbeat week By Reuters

Oil edges higher ahead of inflation data after downbeat week By Reuters

By Natalie Grover LONDON (Reuters) -Oil prices perked up in muted trade owing to public holidays in Britain and United States after a downbeat week characterised by the outlook for U.S. interest rates in the…

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As governments crack down on fast fashion’s harms, could Shein lose its shine?

As governments crack down on fast fashion’s harms, could Shein lose its shine?

Fast-fashion brand Shein expressed interest last year in listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). But, having met some opposition from US politicians, including Republican Florida senator Marco Rubio, it has now reportedly turned…

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Oil prices edge higher with inflation, OPEC cues on tap By Investing.com

Oil prices edge higher with inflation, OPEC cues on tap By Investing.com

Investing.com– Oil prices rose slightly in Asian trade on Monday, recovering mildly from steep losses last week as traders awaited more cues on U.S. inflation and a meeting of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries…

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Ancient DNA from an extinct native duck reveals how far birds flew to make New Zealand home

Ancient DNA from an extinct native duck reveals how far birds flew to make New Zealand home

Ask a bird lover if they have heard of the extinct giant moa or its ancient predator, Haast’s eagle, and the answer will likely be yes. The same can’t be said of New Zealand’s extinct,…

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the arguments over shared or separate accounts

the arguments over shared or separate accounts

Women’s sport has long battled for equal visibility in the media spotlight. But social media has become a powerful tool for sportswomen and women’s sport to control their narratives and connect directly with fans. This…

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Raw milk containing bird flu virus infects mice in study By Reuters

Raw milk containing bird flu virus infects mice in study By Reuters

(Reuters) – Feeding raw milk contaminated with bird flu to mice infected them with the virus, adding to evidence that consumption of unpasteurized milk is not safe for humans, according to a study published on…

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Scrapping FA Cup replays has upset smaller clubs, but they could still win from being matched against the top sides

Scrapping FA Cup replays has upset smaller clubs, but they could still win from being matched against the top sides

Football fans delight in historic moments enjoyed by their club. Exeter City supporters for example, will have fond memories of the FA Cup third round match their team played on the wintry afternoon of January…

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Clothed pig carcasses are revealing the secrets of mummification – South African study provides insights for forensic scientists

Clothed pig carcasses are revealing the secrets of mummification – South African study provides insights for forensic scientists

It was the kind of task any competent seamstress has completed hundreds of times before: altering denim jeans and jerseys. But there was something different about this piece of work. Though our team of scientists…

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Communications Benchmarks 2024 – model banks analysis

Communications Benchmarks 2024 – model banks analysis

Central bank communications is a multifaceted operation, from internal to external stakeholders and audiences ranging from specialised economists to the media and general public. Demographics, technology adoption and even geography can affect how central banks…

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Bird flu detected in tissue samples of US dairy cow sent to slaughter, USDA says By Reuters

Bird flu detected in tissue samples of US dairy cow sent to slaughter, USDA says By Reuters

By Tom Polansek and Manas Mishra (Reuters) -Bird flu virus particles were found in tissue samples taken from one dairy cow sent to slaughter at a U.S. meat processing plant, but none were detected in…

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