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Phys.org 

Why feelings of isolation have skyrocketed in the US

Being alone doesn't automatically equate with misery. French writer Michel de Montaigne famously removed himself from public life and retreated to a tower on his country estate, where he wrote about the joys of sitting with oneself in his enduring piece "On Solitude," published in 1580.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Let a thousand beauty pageants bloom

Beauty contests can serve as a reflection of societal diversity and social mobility. By expanding opportunities and promoting inclusivity in such platforms, a more diverse set of winners can emerge, breaking barriers and challenging traditional beauty standards. This shift towards inclusivity can lead to a more representative and democratic participation in beauty contests, paving the way for a new generation of winners that better reflect the diversity of society.

Deadline.com 

ESPN Unveils Vast Reorg Of Exec Ranks, Promoting Mike McQuade To Key New Production Role

ESPN has unveiled a sweeping reorg of its programming exec ranks, including the promotion of Mike McQuade to the newly created post of EVP, Sports Production. Over his nearly four decades at ESPN since joining the company in 1987 in the mailroom, McQuade has overseen the production of live events and studio shows across multiple […]

Dragon Driving 

Yearling Colt - New

£2,400
Strawberry roan yearling colt, 13 months old, 13.2/3hh now, to make 15hh +. Father is Sean Quinn's red and white horse Dasan out of a heavy black mare.
Location: Hampshire

Cyprus Mail 

Finance minister ‘not quitting’ over interconnector concerns

Finance Minister Makis Keravnos on Monday waved off the notion he might quit over lingering concerns he has regarding the mooted Cyprus-Greece electricity interconnector. Speaking to the ANT1 television channel, the minister attributed reports of his potential resignation to ‘gossip’. “I’m not in the habit of threatening to resign, rather I express my concerns and […]

TheSun.co.uk 

You have 20/20 vision if you can stop the missing car keys and the flat tire in under 17 seconds

A FUN new challenge is putting festival go-ers to the test.

This puzzle features a crowded outdoor concert scene.

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The challenge? Spot the missing car keys and a flat tire in under 17 seconds.

If you do, you may just have 20/20 vision and a sharp mind.

The colorful illustration, set in the middle of a lively music festival, is packed with... Читать дальше...

«The Rio Times» 

Aura Minerals Revises 2025 Gold Targets, Eyes Greater Returns

Aura Minerals, a Canadian mining firm, has revised its long-term gold production forecasts, moving away from its ambitious 2025 target. Initially, it aimed to achieve an annual production of 450,000 gold equivalent ounces (GEO) by next year’s end. Now, it intends to exceed this figure in the coming years. This revision follows a notable discovery […]

Top Stories (uk) - Google News (ru) 

Woman killed in ‘horrific’ attack and fire in Derry named as Montserrat Martorell Elias - The Guardian

  1. Woman killed in ‘horrific’ attack and fire in Derry named as Montserrat Martorell Elias  The Guardian
  2. Man arrested on suspicion of murdering woman in Derry  BBC
  3. Londonderry: PSNI open murder probe after woman found dead after 'heinous and evil' attack in flat fire  Sky News
  4. Police arrest man as woman found murdered in Derry flat blaze is named  Belfast Telegraph
  5. Man arrested in connection with murder of woman in Derry  RTÉ News

Silicon Valley Shotokan Karate 

SV Karate Members Do Well in Local Tournament

We had 6 people competing at the Shinkyu Shotokan tournament on August 25. The black belts shown here were also judges at this event. Results for our group in their respective divisions: Individual Kata:Jon 1stLouise 1stNovely 2ndTala 3rdAashika 2nd Team Kata:Louise/Novely/Jon 1st Kumite:Jon 1stLouise 1stEddie 2nd