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At the UN General Assembly, world leaders committed to reducing deaths from antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by 10% by 2030. The declaration highlights the urgent need for coordinated action across sectors to combat the rising threat of superbugs, which currently cause 4.7 million deaths annually and could escalate to 8.2 million by 2050 without intervention.
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Recent archaeological findings in Azerbaijan and Morocco reveal significant insights into ancient games and agricultural practices. Discoveries include the early board game 'Fifty-Eight Holes' and the largest agricultural complex in Africa outside the Nile, reshaping our understanding of cultural connections in antiquity.
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As UK universities face financial challenges, proposals for increasing tuition fees and government funding have emerged. With rising student loan debts and inflation, institutions are struggling to maintain quality education. The sector is advocating for better management of international student numbers and reinstating maintenance grants for disadvantaged students.
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Tim Martin, CEO of Wetherspoon's, has criticized proposals to limit pub licensing hours and replace pints with smaller schooners. He argues that such measures would push drinking to unregulated environments. Wetherspoon's reported a 73.5% profit increase, highlighting a shift in beverage preferences at pubs, with non-alcoholic drinks gaining popularity.
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Harvard University's endowment has reported lower 20-year annualized returns than several Ivy League rivals, including Yale and Princeton. Despite having the largest endowment in the U.S. at $50.7 billion, Harvard's performance has been hindered by management changes and investment missteps, raising concerns about its financial strategy.
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UK pub chains Marston's and Wetherspoons have reported varying sales growth amid ongoing economic pressures. Marston's saw a 4.8% rise in like-for-like sales, while Wetherspoons closed 26 pubs despite an 8% sales increase. Both companies are adjusting their strategies in response to market conditions.
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Miranda Hart's new autobiography, 'I Haven't Been Entirely Honest With You,' reveals her struggles with chronic illness over the past decade, including a late diagnosis of Lyme disease. The book also shares insights into her personal life, including her recent marriage at age 51, and offers guidance on living authentically despite challenges.
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Recent discussions highlight the tension between reliance on AI for climate solutions and the urgency of implementing existing technologies. Critics argue that focusing on AI distracts from immediate actions needed to combat climate change, while startups emerge to address AI security and environmental challenges.