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Japan remembers Hiroshima atomic bombing on 75th anniversary Hiroshima

Japan remembers Hiroshima atomic bombing on 75th anniversary

Bomb attack on Hiroshima killed around 140,000 people, many of them instantly, with others perishing in weeks, months later. Photo: FileHIROSHIMA:   Japan mourned the 75th anniversary of the horrifying Hiroshima nuclear attack during World War II on Thursday, observing the event with toned down ceremonies due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Survivors,…
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August 6, 2020
Citizen scientists help geologists to identify earthquakes and tectonic tremors Big Data

Citizen scientists help geologists to identify earthquakes and tectonic tremors

AUDIO: Audio file of an earthquake, sped up 800 times view more  Credit: The authors It is not yet possible to predict earthquakes, but the analysis of different types of seismic data allows scientists to pinpoint where and when each type of earthquake originated, and hence better understand when and where…
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August 6, 2020
Trans-Pacific trade bloc says to ensure food, medicine supplies amid pandemic Protectionism

Trans-Pacific trade bloc says to ensure food, medicine supplies amid pandemic

MONTERREY, Mexico (Reuters) - Ministers from a trans-Pacific trade bloc have agreed to fight protectionism and avoid food and medicine shortages during the coronavirus pandemic, they said in a joint statement published on Wednesday. FILE PHOTO: The logo of Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal, is seen inside at the Ministry…
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August 6, 2020
LA Will Cut Water and Power at Large Gatherings After Influencer Parties Twinfluencer

LA Will Cut Water and Power at Large Gatherings After Influencer Parties

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti has ordered the city to cut off water and power to houses and other venues that host large parties or gatherings in violation of COVID-19 restrictions.Some California residents, including prominent social media influencers, have continued to host large gatherings despite restrictions aimed at containing the…
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August 6, 2020
Trans-Pacific trade bloc says fighting protectionism for post-pandemic revival Protectionism

Trans-Pacific trade bloc says fighting protectionism for post-pandemic revival

MONTERREY, Mexico (Reuters) - Ministers from a trans-Pacific trade bloc have agreed to fight protectionism and avoid food and medicine shortages during the coronavirus pandemic, they said in a joint statement published on Wednesday. FILE PHOTO: The logo of Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal, is seen inside at the Ministry…
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August 6, 2020