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4 Mar 2025

Climate change and cocoa: pollination and solutions

A study of cocoa farms in Brazil, Ghana and Indonesia links rising temperatures to falling cocoa yields. Researchers say better pollination, shade and more research could help protect farmers and production.

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4 Mar 2025

Dongbeihua: Northeastern Mandarin in Chinese Stand-up

Chinese social media and video platforms helped stand-up reach a wide audience. With tighter censorship after 2013, comedians turned to dialect humour and Dongbeihua became the dominant tongue of Chinese stand-up.

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3 Mar 2025

Australia's harsh summer: fires, floods and heat

Australia experienced a run of heatwaves, bushfires, storms and floods across the January–February summer, linked to the worsening climate crisis. The events damaged ecosystems, affected people and added pressure on services and insurance.

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25 Feb 2025

Researchers help Malawi farmers with organic fertiliser

In Mzimba District researchers made an organic fertiliser from black soldier fly frass, rice husk biochar and coffee grounds. Farmers trained to use it report better crops and hope it can reduce costs and improve soil health.

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6 Feb 2025

Marburg outbreak in Kigali, Rwanda

In July 2024 Rwanda detected its first Marburg outbreak in Kigali, starting among health workers. Authorities and the WHO led a fast response with genomic tests and treatments; most confirmed cases recovered and the outbreak ended in November.

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5 Feb 2025

Mongolia lifts spring horse-racing ban

On January 29 Mongolia ended a ban on spring horse races that began in 2019. The change allows races from March while winter events stay banned, and it has sparked debate over child jockey safety and cultural tradition.

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10 Jan 2025

Jamaica seeks cheaper energy after high electricity bills

After Hurricane Beryl many Jamaicans said their electricity bills rose sharply. Regulators recommended lower payments for some customers, and the government is studying solar and ocean renewables, though experts warn projects need large funding and protection from storms.

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6 Jan 2025

Sudan turns to AI as health system struggles

Sudan’s health system is under severe strain after an almost two‑year civil war. A senior health official says the country is using artificial intelligence to help provide care where normal services no longer reach, while shortages and attacks worsen the crisis.

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5 Dec 2024

Early testing and prostate cancer in Africa

Prostate cancer cases are rising in parts of Africa, and early testing can save lives. New research links African ancestry to higher risk, while experts call for better screening, local research and clearer public information.

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2 Dec 2024

Making Science Interesting for Everyone

Events that mix experiments, talks and hands-on activities help people learn about science and can encourage visits to museums or study of science. Organisers plan for different ages, measure success and try to solve practical challenges.

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14 Nov 2024

Brazil decriminalizes small amounts of marijuana

In June 2024 Brazil’s Supreme Court ruled that possession of small amounts of marijuana is personal use. Consumption stays illegal but penalties are administrative; the change could affect prisons and many people.

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31 Oct 2024

Rwanda strengthens response to Rift Valley Fever outbreak

Rwanda reported a second Rift Valley Fever outbreak near the Tanzania border and has increased surveillance and livestock vaccination. Officials say lack of rapid diagnostic tests slows detection, while a human vaccine candidate enters Phase II trials.

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