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Nature, Science

A worm survived 46,000 years in frozen dirt

Scientists have found a tiny worm that was frozen for around 46,000 years. The worm, called a nematode, was discovered in frozen ground called permafrost in Siberia, Russia.

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Nature, Travel

Are radio collars killing cheetahs in India?

Cheetahs became extinct in India in 1952, but a project by the Indian government brought 20 cheetahs back to the country last year. The animals were brought to Kuno national park, Madhya Pradesh.

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Business, Other

UK shoppers are buying less soap

Shoppers in Britain are buying less soap and personal hygiene products, according to data from major supermarkets. 

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Business, Entertainment

Hollywood is on strike, but Netflix is safe

Hollywood actors and writers are on strike. They are demanding better pay and job security as video streaming services and AI become more popular.

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Nature, Travel

Volcano erupting in Iceland

A volcano started erupting near Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, on Monday. 

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