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Explosives Found Near Serbia-Hungary Gas Pipeline, Prompting Emergency Defense Council
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Explosives Found Near Serbia-Hungary Gas Pipeline, Prompting Emergency Defense Council

Serbian authorities discovered explosives near the gas pipeline connecting Serbia and Hungary, leading Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to convene an emergency defense council. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić confirmed the discovery of two large packages of explosives.

Postpartum Depression: A Call for Help and Awareness
Culturevijesti-me3d ago

Postpartum Depression: A Call for Help and Awareness

Jovana Marđokić, a professor from Bar, shared her seven-year journey of overcoming postpartum depression, emphasizing that recovery is possible. Her decision to speak out was prompted by reading about a woman in Serbia who tragically took her own life due to the condition.

Iran War: Global Impacts, Societal Changes, and Military Preparations
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Iran War: Global Impacts, Societal Changes, and Military Preparations

The ongoing Iran war is impacting global financial policy and fundamentally changing Israeli politics, economy, and society, with accusations of war crimes against the US and Israel, while Iran reportedly beefs up its defenses and recruits children in preparation for a ground war.

Professor Suggests Re-evaluating 'Normal' Sleep Patterns
Healthdelfi-lt5d ago

Professor Suggests Re-evaluating 'Normal' Sleep Patterns

A professor argues that the concept of eight hours of uninterrupted sleep as 'normal' is more of a cultural norm than a biological fact. Understanding historical sleep patterns, such as 'first and second sleep,' could offer new perspectives on insomnia.

Jean-Paul Sartre and the Existentialist Era Explored
Culturela-vanguardia6d ago

Jean-Paul Sartre and the Existentialist Era Explored

Bilbeny, a professor of Ethics at the University of Barcelona, delves into the figure of Jean-Paul Sartre, a key author for understanding 20th-century thought, with an extract from the second chapter of his work.

Dispute Over Constitutional Tribunal Judges Intensifies in Poland
Politicstvn247d ago

Dispute Over Constitutional Tribunal Judges Intensifies in Poland

The dispute surrounding Poland's Constitutional Tribunal has intensified after President Karol Nawrocki invited only two of six newly elected judges to take their oath, a move seen as a political maneuver. Professor Andrzej Zoll stated the president lacks agency in this matter, while a poll indicated most Poles believe the president should swear in all new judges promptly, and Prime Minister Tusk is taking the issue seriously.

Financial Crisis Risks Mount as Private-Credit Loans Peak, DZ Bank Warns US
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Financial Crisis Risks Mount as Private-Credit Loans Peak, DZ Bank Warns US

Professor Jesper Rangvid warns that rising interest rates could trigger a new financial crisis due to billions in questionable shadow loans, with non-cash-generating private-credit loans now rising to a 14-year peak, as confirmed by Fitch, and DZ Bank also warning of a 'chain reaction' risk to the US economy, with the Middle East war also seen as a potential trigger for an outbreak of the brewing private credit crisis.

Jack Black Inducted into SNL Five-Timers Club
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Jack Black Inducted into SNL Five-Timers Club

Actor and comedian Jack Black hosted Saturday Night Live for the fifth time, earning him entry into the exclusive Five-Timers Club, celebrated with cameos from Tina Fey, Jonah Hill, and Melissa McCarthy.

Ghana Government Plans Tourism Boost in Coastal Areas
Businessmyjoyonline4d ago

Ghana Government Plans Tourism Boost in Coastal Areas

Ghana's Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the tourism sector through targeted investments in feeder roads, infrastructure, and sanitation in coastal communities.

Slovenian Geologist Dr. Mihael Brenčič Dies
Sciencedelo5d ago

Slovenian Geologist Dr. Mihael Brenčič Dies

Dr. Mihael Brenčič, a distinguished professor of geology at the University of Ljubljana, has passed away. He was renowned for his extensive research in hydrogeology, karst geology, water studies, and the history of geology.

Where Are They Now? The 29 Segovia Prison Escapees
Politicsel-mundo6d ago

Where Are They Now? The 29 Segovia Prison Escapees

A retrospective looks at the lives of the 29 individuals who escaped from Segovia prison, revealing that most left ETA after being amnestied, with some becoming an actor, a congressman, and a university professor.

Former Serbian Politician Radoš Smiljković Dies at 91
Politicsdanas8d ago

Former Serbian Politician Radoš Smiljković Dies at 91

Radoš Smiljković, a university professor, politician, diplomat, and one of the founders of the Socialist Party of Serbia, has passed away at the age of 91. He rose to prominence in Serbian politics after the Eighth Session of the League of Communists of Serbia in 1987.

French Court Convicts Chinese Captain of Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker In Absentia
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French Court Convicts Chinese Captain of Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker In Absentia

A French court has sentenced Chen Zhangjie, the Chinese captain of the Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker Boracay, to one year in prison in absentia and issued an arrest warrant for failing to comply with orders during an inspection in international waters, with the vessel suspected of transporting Russian oil in violation of Western sanctions.

Professor Explains Viral Airplane Cockpit Video
Technologyindex-hr9d ago

Professor Explains Viral Airplane Cockpit Video

A video recorded from an airplane cockpit has garnered 22.5 million views and confused many viewers. A professor provided an explanation, stating that pilots at high altitudes rely on instruments and protect themselves from solar radiation.

Tribute Event for Writer Obrad Nenezić Scheduled for April 2nd
Culturecdm-me9d ago

Tribute Event for Writer Obrad Nenezić Scheduled for April 2nd

A special tribute event, described as a "portrait," for writer Obrad Nenezić is scheduled to take place on Thursday, April 2nd, at 12 PM at the Faculty of Montenegrin Language and Literature. The program will feature participation from university professors, journalists, critics, and producers.

Russian Oil Tanker Nears Cuba as Trump Softens Blockade Stance
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Russian Oil Tanker Nears Cuba as Trump Softens Blockade Stance

A Russian oil tanker has entered Cuban waters, potentially offering a lifeline to the island, as US President Donald Trump appears to relax a de facto oil blockade and states he sees 'no problem' with Russia delivering oil to Cuba.

Concerns Rise Over Prenatal Nicotine Exposure from Pouches
Sciencehelsingin-sanomat1d ago

Concerns Rise Over Prenatal Nicotine Exposure from Pouches

A science article highlights growing concerns among researchers regarding the increasing use of nicotine pouches, particularly among girls, which is expected to lead to a rise in prenatal nicotine exposure. A general medicine assistant professor describes the situation as a 'human experiment' in progress.

One in Five Danish High School Students Fail Basic Math
politiken2d ago

One in Five Danish High School Students Fail Basic Math

A significant number of Danish high school students, one in five, are failing basic mathematics, with a professor suggesting a large gap between primary and secondary school math curricula as the cause.

Items Found at Belgrade University Part of Student Protest Exhibition
Culturen1-serbia5d ago

Items Found at Belgrade University Part of Student Protest Exhibition

A professor from the Faculty of Philosophy clarified that gas masks, mattresses, and toasters discovered at the university are elements of an exhibition commemorating student protests. This explanation followed a meeting of the rector and deans to discuss measures for university protection.

Debate on UK Science Funding and Long-Term Investment Continues
ScienceThe Guardian8d ago

Debate on UK Science Funding and Long-Term Investment Continues

Professors Ruben Saakyan and Sheila Rowan have responded to Prof Charlotte Deane of UK Research and Innovation, emphasizing the need for a credible plan for science funding in the UK and citing quantum computing as an example of successful long-term investment.

Alejandro Gándara on Love and Ancient Wisdom
Culturela-vanguardia9d ago

Alejandro Gándara on Love and Ancient Wisdom

Novelist and History of Ideas professor Alejandro Gándara discusses his new essay collection, 'Los textos robados a la felicidad', which revisits ancient wisdom and explores the paradox of human experience with love, stating, 'Our experience of love is hard, but we still recount it as something wonderful.'

publico9d ago

Portuguese Teachers' Union Denounces Critical Teacher Shortages

Fenprof, a Portuguese teachers' union, has denounced "critical levels" of teacher shortages, particularly worsening in Porto, estimating that approximately 40,000 students lacked classes in at least one subject during the second academic term.