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Fast grocery firms doomed by French dark store ban
By Hugh Schofield BBC News, París Pulverised by steep financial losses and hostile new regulations, operators of France’s once-thriving “dark stores” are pulling down the shutters for good. On Wednesday, top brands Getir and Gorillas ceased to exist in France. The city-centre depositories, promising instant deliveries of popular grocery items, blossomed during Covid lockdown. But…
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Wesleyan University: Top US college says it will end ‘legacy’ admissions
Getty Images By Bernd Debusmann Jr BBC News, Washington Wesleyan University, an elite US liberal arts college, says it will no longer grant preference to student applicants with family or donor ties. The Connecticut institution said it was “important” to end legacy admissions, which have long been criticised as a perk for the white and…
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The Australian climate protesters cast as extremists
Disrupt Burrup Hub By Hannah Ritchie BBC News, Sydney Emma Sangalli’s heart still stops every time she sees a police car. “It’s a feeling in your gut like panic. Total panic. “It’s hard not to believe that you’re a criminal, that you’re deserving of this,” the Australian climate activist says. Last month, the 25-year-old had…
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What is AI? A simple guide to help you understand artificial intelligence
Have you got your head around artificial intelligence yet? In the past six months, chatbots, like ChatGPT, and image generators, such as Midjourney, have rapidly become a cultural phenomenon. But artificial intelligence (AI) or “machine learning” models have been evolving for a while. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll venture beyond chatbots to discover various species…
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Women’s World Cup 2023 quiz: Will you win the trophy?
This year, the biggest tournament in women’s football is coming to Australia and New Zealand – but how much do you know about the Women’s World Cup? If you cannot see the quiz, follow this link. Compiled by Amelia Butterly and Rebecca Thorn Additional reporting by Carla Rosch, Valeria Perasso, Pooria Jafereh, Fernando Duarte and…
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What is ‘skin streaming’? A look at the new viral skin care trend
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. UP NEXT Mom and two daughters share their incredible breast cancer story 07:31 How thinking positively about aging can help you live longer 04:15 Why hitting the snooze button might be good for your health 03:15 Kristin Sudeikis shares fun…
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First white-tailed eagle in 240 years born
The first white-tailed eagle in 240 years has been born in the south of England. Conservationists say it’s a “landmark” moment in the mission to return the lost species to the country. It’s the first successful breeding attempt released by Forestry England and the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation’s project. The location of the nest has…
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Israel condemns EU envoy’s Gaza paragliding flight
EU and the Palestinians/Facebook By David Gritten BBC News Israel has condemned the EU’s outgoing envoy to the Palestinians after he paraglided over Gaza’s coast to draw attention to the blockade of the strip. A video showed Sven Kühn von Burgsdorff declaring he had carried out “the first Gaza paragliding flight in history”. “Once you…
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Why Kylie Jenner Could Not Forgive Jordyn Woods Despite Being ‘Devastated’
If it weren’t for Khloé Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, and Jordyn Woods, they would have gotten back together long ago. After having a fight in 2019, the owner of Kylie Cosmetics and the founder of Heir Jordyn are now friends again. Tristan Thompson was caught kissing Woods while he was dating Kylie’s bigger sister, Khloé. A…
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Sofia Vergara’s Italian Vacation Shines Amid Divorce Bombshell
Sofia Vergara, who is known for her part on the popular TV show Modern Family, stayed positive after hearing that she and Joe Manganiello were getting a divorce. Instead of letting it get her down, she went on Instagram to share some of the best parts of her trip to Italy. On one of her…