Year: 2025

Jul
18
2025
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By Lily Chang
App to help farmers with £3.5bn potato problem

Smart app helps farmers overcome £3.5bn potato problem

Science and Technology
In an era where agriculture is increasingly reliant on smart technologies, a new app is stepping in to address a persistent and costly problem for potato farmers: waste. Across the UK, the potato industry faces annual losses amounting to billions due to inefficiencies, poor forecasting, and market imbalances. But with the advent of a digital platform specifically designed for growers, there’s hope on the horizon.The fundamental problem arises from a typical agricultural challenge—a discrepancy between supply and demand. Farmers frequently sow crops without precise knowledge of what the market will require in the coming months. When it is time for…
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Jul
18
2025
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By Lily Chang
Food Aid Becomes Main Sticking Point in Gaza Cease-Fire Talks

Gaza Cease-Fire Negotiations Hindered by Food Aid Dispute

Social Responsibility
Efforts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza have hit a significant hurdle, with humanitarian aid delivery now at the center of the talks. While negotiators have made progress on other contentious points, the question of how to ensure consistent and secure access to food assistance remains unresolved and is proving to be one of the most complex issues in the ongoing diplomatic efforts.While the conflict in Gaza persists, the humanitarian crisis increasingly worsens. With infrastructure either damaged or ruined, disruptions in supply chains, and heavily restricted access routes, the people living in the area endure growing adversity. Food insecurity has…
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Jul
18
2025
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By Lily Chang
The pandemic aged our brains, whether we got Covid or not, study finds

The pandemic’s effect on brain aging found in both Covid and non-Covid cases

Social Responsibility
New research suggests that the COVID-19 pandemic may have had a profound impact on cognitive health—regardless of whether individuals were infected with the virus. The stress, disruption, and prolonged uncertainty experienced during the global health crisis appear to have contributed to measurable signs of brain aging across the general population.Researchers studying changes in brain function and mental performance before, during, and after the pandemic have found indications of accelerated cognitive decline in adults of various ages. These changes were noted even in individuals who never tested positive for COVID-19, pointing to a broader environmental and psychological toll rather than one…
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Jul
18
2025
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By Lily Chang
GM Profit Shrinks After .1 Billion Tariff Hit

GM Profit Down Following $1.1 Billion Tariff Hit

Investments and Business
General Motors (GM), one of the most prominent automotive manufacturers in the world, recently reported a noticeable contraction in its profit margins. This downturn was significantly influenced by the financial impact of tariffs, particularly those levied on imported steel and aluminum. With costs surging by over $1.1 billion, the effects are rippling across the company’s operations, altering financial strategies and shaping the company’s path forward.The latest earnings report shows a decline in net income, which fell in response to growing production costs and fluctuating global trade conditions. These developments highlight the increasing vulnerability of the automotive sector to geopolitical tensions…
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