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  • Jul 17, 2026 12:30

Do “true crime” series really make people more likely to commit crimes?

Two studies debunk a widespread fear: true crime appears to have little impact on violent fantasies and, in some cases, it actually discourages them.

Tech

  • Jul 16, 2026 09:00

UK wants a social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds

The British government wants to implement a nighttime social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds. Apps such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube would then be inaccessible by default between midnight and 6 a.m., although users could disable this setting themselves.

Society

  • Jul 15, 2026 15:00

EU population continues to decline and age

In its third report on demographic change in the European Union, the European Commission warns that the EU’s population will decline and age. It emphasizes, however, that this trend also presents opportunities if countries adapt to it in time.

Food

  • Jul 14, 2026 08:17

Microplastics and pesticides on your plate: Food label exposes fake sustainability champions

Buying organic or local is no longer enough if we ignore the invisible impact of our grocery shopping. Launched on the eve of June 5, World Environment Day, the European EFL 2.0 project is revolutionizing food labels.

Wellness

  • Jul 13, 2026 09:21

Is this the end of horse-drawn carriages in Rome? City Hall wants to convince coachmen to switch to taxis

Farewell to Rome’s historic “botticelle” (tourist horse-drawn carriages): 15 coachmen have agreed to switch to taxis under an agreement with the city.

Health

  • Jul 12, 2026 08:05

"They pop up out of nowhere": In Japan, traffic signs are now being installed to warn of cats

In Japan, stray cats are taken very seriously: some signs warn drivers about their unpredictable movements in urban areas.

Wellness
How to descale faucet aerators without taking everything apart? Try the balloon trick

A faucet covered in white spots is a bit like a dirty windshield: it’s annoying, and we always tend to put off cleaning it. Here’s a tip for getting rid of them without taking anything apart.

  • Jul 11, 2026 09:21

Tech
WhatsApp now lets you chat without sharing your phone number — Here's how to claim your username

Meta is rolling out global username reservations to protect privacy in group chats and professional contacts.

Food
Black coffee, cappuccino, or decaf: Tell me what kind of coffee you drink, and I’ll tell you who you are

From black coffee to iced lattes, from instant coffee to decaf: clinical psychologist Ramani Durvasula studied the habits of more than 1,000 people, discovering surprising links between favorite coffee and personality.

Health
The French and their survival blankets: Tips for surviving the heat wave

Survival blankets on windows and air tunnels created with fans: here are the tips that have gone viral in France to cope with the heat wave and survive the record-breaking heat of the summer of 2026.

Society
Mbappé, a champion with a big heart: his foundation is building schools and football fields in Peru
June 22, 2026:France Forward Kylian Mbappe (10) claps his hands prior to a FIFA World Cup match between France and Iraq at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Kyle Rodden/CSM (Credit Image: Â Kyle Rodden/Cal Sport Media) Photo via Newscom picture alliance

Real Madrid and French national team star Kylian Mbappé, through his foundation Inspired by KM, has transformed a vulnerable area in Peru by building a children’s center and a football field there.

Health
The dark side of the World Cup: For many women, fear begins when the match ends

For many women, fear begins when the match ends: the campaign that reveals the hidden side of football.

Health
At 15, Nigerian youth turns agricultural waste into biodegradable sanitary pads

At age 15, Nigerian high school student Raheema Auwal-Panti has secured a spot in the finals of the 2026 Earth Prize thanks to PantiPads, biodegradable sanitary pads made from agricultural waste to combat pollution and period poverty.

Health
After 40 years of research on procrastination, researcher reveals his findings

The research debunks several common misconceptions, including the belief that starting work at the last minute—that is, under pressure—improves performance.

Society
Katia García will be the third woman to referee a World Cup match
Referee Katia Itzel Garcia Mendoza officiates during the match corresponding to matchday 14 of the 2026 Clausura Tournament of the Liga BBVA MX, between Pumas UNAM and Canoneros Mazatlan FC, at the Estadio Olimpico Universitario, in Mexico City, Mexico, on April 12, 2026. The match ends with a score of Pumas 3-1 Mazatlan. (Photo by Jose Luis Torales/NurPhoto)

Mexican Katia García will referee the Tunisia vs. Netherlands match at the 2026 World Cup. She is the third woman in the tournament’s history to do so. What’s striking is that this event is still making headlines—a sign that equality is still a long way off.

Society
Animal rights: Philadelphia bans horse-drawn carriages as fatal accident shocks New York

The decision comes amid pressure from animal rights groups, following a tragic accident in Central Park.

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