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US citizen, ‘Chinese blood’: top biologist Yuan Junying caught in debate over returnees
Nov 11, 2026

US citizen, ‘Chinese blood’: top biologist Yuan Junying caught in debate over returnees

A top Chinese-American biologist who left Harvard University to take up a position in China is facing an online backlash amid a growing debate over whether senior returnees are squeezing out the count...

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In the early 1850s, Philadelphia-born beekeeper Lorenzo Langstroth developed a hive with removable frames, making honey harvesting easier; his design remains widely used today
Nov 11, 2026

In the early 1850s, Philadelphia-born beekeeper Lorenzo Langstroth developed a hive with removable frames, making honey harvesting easier; his design remains widely used today

In 1851, Lorenzo Lorraine Langstroth introduced the movable frame hive, a groundbreaking innovation that transformed beekeeping. This advancement facilitated honey extraction and improved colony manag...

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Is the stock market open on Veterans Day 2026? Are banks open today? What's closed on November 11?
Nov 11, 2026

Is the stock market open on Veterans Day 2026? Are banks open today? What's closed on November 11?

Veterans Day 2026: Is the stock market open today? The US stock market will remain open on Wednesday, November 11, even as banks, federal offices and the bond market observe Veterans Day. The NYSE and...

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Swachh Survekshan 2025-26: Navi Mumbai bags cleanest city tag under 'Swachh Sahar League' category; Rewa, Rudrapur top special categories
Nov 11, 2026

Swachh Survekshan 2025-26: Navi Mumbai bags cleanest city tag under 'Swachh Sahar League' category; Rewa, Rudrapur top special categories

Navi Mumbai has ranked as the cleanest city in the country in the annual cleanliness survey. This recognition is part of the government's evaluation of urban cleanliness and sanitation. The Swachh Sah...

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India forms specialist police commando units to patrol disputed border with China
Nov 11, 2026

India forms specialist police commando units to patrol disputed border with China

India has reportedly formed specialised commando units to patrol its disputed border with China in a bid to claw back its lost tactical edge. The move is expected to spur Beijing to step up its effort...

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In 1872, Alta, Utah, drew thousands of seasonal residents during a silver boom; by 1920, George Watson was reportedly its only resident
Nov 11, 2026

In 1872, Alta, Utah, drew thousands of seasonal residents during a silver boom; by 1920, George Watson was reportedly its only resident

Once a bustling mining hub fueled by silver, Alta, Utah saw its fortunes decline in the 1920s. The last resident, George Watson, relinquished his land amid tax woes to the U.S. Forest Service, paving ...

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Wang Yi calls on China and Cuba to jointly oppose power politics
Nov 11, 2026

Wang Yi calls on China and Cuba to jointly oppose power politics

Wang Yi calls on China and Cuba to jointly oppose power politics...

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World War II still has lessons for today’s wars
Nov 11, 2026

World War II still has lessons for today’s wars

World War II offers four lessons for modern warfare: technology can rapidly transform battlefields, strong leadership requires strategic judgement, industrial capacity is vital to military strength, a...

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EU threatens significant fines for unfair online trade practices
Nov 11, 2026

EU threatens significant fines for unfair online trade practices

The European Commission is proposing a new Digital Fairness Act aimed at enhancing consumer rights. This legislation will impose fines on companies engaging in unfair practices such as deceptive adver...

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Cabinet extends Stand-Up India Scheme till 2031, approves Rs 4,111 crore corpus to support 2.5 lakh more entrepreneurs
Nov 11, 2026

Cabinet extends Stand-Up India Scheme till 2031, approves Rs 4,111 crore corpus to support 2.5 lakh more entrepreneurs

The Union Cabinet has extended the Stand-Up India Scheme to support women and marginalized entrepreneurs. This extension will last for five years, ultimately reaching till March 31, 2031. The scheme a...

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