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EU Lawmakers Approve Ban on Meat Terminology for Plant-Based Products in Victory for Livestock Industry
Oct 08, 2025 09:35 pm CST
The European Parliament has voted to prohibit plant-based food products from using meat-related terms like "burger" and "steak" in their marketing, with 355 votes supporting the measure. Championed by French lawmaker Celine Imart, the proposal aims to prevent consumer confusion while addressing concerns from livestock farmers who view plant-based alternatives as a threat to their industry. The legislation still requires approval from EU member states before becoming law.
Marineland Canada Threatens to Euthanize 30 Beluga Whales After Export Denial: Financial Crisis Sparks Animal Welfare Emergency
Oct 08, 2025 09:15 pm CST
Marineland in Ontario has threatened to euthanize 30 beluga whales after Canadian authorities rejected their transfer to China's Chimelong Ocean Kingdom. The marine park claims financial inability to maintain proper care for these animals, while government officials and animal welfare organizations battle over the fate of these marine mammals amid growing concerns about captivity conditions.
The Elbo Room Livestream: How a Florida Bar Became the Internet's Favorite Reality Show
Oct 08, 2025 09:02 pm CST
Discover how The Elbo Room bar in Fort Lauderdale has transformed into an internet sensation with its livestream service that began in 1996. Viewers worldwide now tune in to watch bartenders, spontaneous dance-offs, and daily bar activities, creating a new form of entertainment that rivals traditional streaming services. This pioneering establishment was the first commercial venue to stream live over the internet, sparking a trend now followed by other bars globally.
Dr. Merritt Moore: Bridging Quantum Physics and Ballet at NDTV World Summit 2025
Oct 08, 2025 09:02 pm CST
Dr. Merritt Moore, a Harvard-educated quantum physicist and professional ballet dancer, will discuss the fusion of AI and human intelligence at the NDTV World Summit 2025 in New Delhi. Her unique career spans groundbreaking research in quantum computing and performances with world-renowned ballet companies, demonstrating how science and art can thrive together.
Nobel Prize in Chemistry Winners Develop 'Harry Potter-Like' Metal-Organic Frameworks for Environmental Solutions
Oct 08, 2025 08:37 pm CST
Scientists Kitagawa, Robson, and Yaghi won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for creating metal-organic frameworks - revolutionary structures compared to Hermione Granger's magical handbag. These frameworks can capture carbon dioxide, extract water from desert air, and potentially remove harmful "forever chemicals" from water, offering innovative solutions to pressing environmental challenges.
Brazilian Fashion Influencer Junior Dutra Dies at 31 Following Complications From 'Fox Eyes' Surgery
Oct 08, 2025 08:02 pm CST
Brazilian fashion influencer Junior Dutra has died at age 31 following reported complications from a "fox eyes" cosmetic procedure performed by celebrity surgeon Fernando Garbi. Before his death, Dutra had complained of severe facial infection, swelling, and breathing difficulties, and initiated legal action against the surgeon for alleged malpractice. Garbi's legal team has denied any connection to the influencer's death.
French Rape Trial: Gisele Pelicot Confronts Defendant Who Denies Assaulting Her Despite Video Evidence
Oct 08, 2025 07:37 pm CST
In a high-profile French rape case, 72-year-old Gisele Pelicot confronted defendant Husamettin Dogan who continues to deny assaulting her despite extensive video evidence. Pelicot, whose husband admitted to drugging her and inviting dozens of strangers to rape her over nearly a decade, firmly stated she "never" consented to any sexual acts with Dogan. The case has gained international attention as Pelicot has become a symbol in the fight against sexual violence, emphasizing that perpetrators, not victims, should bear the shame.
Israel Intercepts Gaza-Bound Humanitarian Flotilla in Mediterranean, Detains 145 International Activists
Oct 08, 2025 07:26 pm CST
Israeli forces intercepted a nine-vessel flotilla attempting to break the Gaza naval blockade, detaining 145 international activists including doctors, politicians, and European lawmakers. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition was carrying humanitarian supplies amid growing international criticism of Israel's Gaza campaign. This follows last week's larger interception of 450 activists, including Greta Thunberg, which sparked international protests. Turkey condemned the action as "piracy" in international waters while Israel defended the blockade as legally necessary.
Three Scientists Win 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for Revolutionary Metal-Organic Frameworks
Oct 08, 2025 06:23 pm CST
Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M Yaghi have been awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for developing metal-organic frameworks with transformative applications in water harvesting, carbon capture, and chemical catalysis. The three laureates will share approximately Rs 10 crore in prize money for their work that creates new possibilities for custom-made materials with innovative functions.
Genetic Study Reveals Why Women Face Double the Risk of Depression Compared to Men
Oct 08, 2025 06:07 pm CST
New research published in Nature Communications has identified 6,000 unique gene variants associated with depression in women, in addition to 7,000 variants shared with men. This groundbreaking study from QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute provides genetic evidence explaining why women experience twice the risk of depression and why the condition manifests differently across genders, with female-specific variants linked to metabolic symptoms.