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EU sees hope for US minerals deal from new forced labour law By Reuters

EU sees hope for US minerals deal from new forced labour law By Reuters

LEUVEN, Belgium (Reuters) – New European Union rules that will ban products made using forced labour have raised the prospect of concluding a deal on critical minerals with the United States, EU trade chief Valdis…

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During the 2024 eclipse, biologists like us want to find out how birds will respond to darkness in the middle of the day

During the 2024 eclipse, biologists like us want to find out how birds will respond to darkness in the middle of the day

The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, coincides with an exciting time for wild birds. Local birds are singing for mates and fighting for territories as they gear up for their once-a-year chance to…

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How cuts to marginal income tax could boost the UK’s stagnant economic growth

How cuts to marginal income tax could boost the UK’s stagnant economic growth

The British prime minister recently claimed the UK economy has “turned a corner”. Rishi Sunak said inflation figures were encouraging, and proclaimed that 2024 would be the year Britain “bounces back”. According to his chancellor,…

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Oil prices settle higher to notch strong weekly gains as Middle East tensions jump By Investing.com

Oil prices settle higher to notch strong weekly gains as Middle East tensions jump By Investing.com

Investing.com– Oil prices settled higher Friday, notching strong gains for the week as geopolitical tensions bolstered bets on potential supply disruptions, though easing bets on sooner Federal Reserve rate cuts following a strong jobs report…

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How the UK’s new rights around flexible working will affect employees and businesses

How the UK’s new rights around flexible working will affect employees and businesses

Employees in the UK have just received a new right to request flexible working arrangements from the first day of a new job. This is courtesy of the Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act and supporting…

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Brain scans of Philly jazz musicians reveal secrets to reaching creative flow

Brain scans of Philly jazz musicians reveal secrets to reaching creative flow

Flow, or being “in the zone,” is a state of amped-up creativity, enhanced productivity and blissful consciousness that, some psychologists believe, is also the secret to happiness. It’s considered the brain’s fast track to success…

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ECB should cut rates earlier, says BdF governor

ECB should cut rates earlier, says BdF governor

François Villeroy de Galhau The European Central Bank (ECB) should cut rates in the spring to maintain well-being rather than waiting until the summer, the governor of the Banque de France (BdF) said in a…

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Explainer-How Monday’s total solar eclipse affects U.S. grid operators By Reuters

Explainer-How Monday’s total solar eclipse affects U.S. grid operators By Reuters

By Harshit Verma (Reuters) – Electric grids across the U.S. are anticipating a rapid decline in solar generation during Monday’s total solar eclipse, which will span multiple states. NASA estimates the path of totality –…

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3 marketing myths the supplement industry wants you to swallow

3 marketing myths the supplement industry wants you to swallow

Americans seem to have quite a positive view of dietary supplements. According to a 2023 survey, 74% of U.S. adults take vitamins, prebiotics and the like. The business of supplements is booming, and with all…

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Why batteries come in so many sizes and shapes

Why batteries come in so many sizes and shapes

If you’ve looked in your utility drawer lately, you may have noticed the various shapes, sizes and types of batteries that power your electronic devices. First, there are the round, non-rechargeable button cells for your…

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