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Emirati chef Mariam Massoud Al Ali is participating in the Emirati Chef’s Table initiative, showcasing contemporary desserts inspired by Emirati hospitality. Her creations blend traditional flavors like raspberry, coconut, matcha, and chocolate, emphasizing cultural identity through innovative presentation and emotional connection.
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The latest 2026 rankings show Hong Kong universities improving their positions, driven by research investment, while UK institutions face decline amid funding pressures. Asian universities, led by China, continue to surge, with US rankings slipping for the first time in years. The rankings reflect changing global higher education dynamics.
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Recent studies reveal domestication processes in dogs, cats, and raccoons. Dogs originated twice in Eurasia with ongoing wolf interbreeding. Cats arrived in Europe around 2,000 years ago via North Africa, while urban raccoons show early signs of domestication, including shorter snouts and reduced fear of humans.