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Saturday, 15 February 2020
From Dubai to Mars, With Stops in Colorado and Japan
By BY KENNETH CHANG from NYT Science https://ift.tt/2OVPni5
Friday, 14 February 2020
Rajendra Pachauri, 79, Dies; Led Nobel-Winning Climate Agency
By BY JOHN SCHWARTZ from NYT Science https://ift.tt/38tUCNJ
The Week in Tech: Are Smartphones Interesting Again?
By BY DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/37rmwZp
As Mating Rituals Go, Valentine’s Day Isn’t So Bad
By BY PRIYANKA RUNWAL from NYT Science https://ift.tt/2SNk2z6
Here Lies the Skull of Pliny the Elder — Maybe
By BY FRANZ LIDZ from NYT Science https://ift.tt/3bBDuHN
UNODC launches hydroponics and soap production prisoner rehabilitation projects in Namibia
Namibia , 14 February 2020 - Penitentiary systems around the world, often with the support of UNODC, are increasingly adopting innovative practices to rehabilitate prisoners before their reinsertion into society. Moving away from traditional sentences meant to merely punish, such programmes are aimed at re-educating prisoners and helping them avoid recidivism, while preparing them to sustain themselves financially and make a positive contribution to society.
Published February 14, 2020 at 05:19PM
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Thursday, 13 February 2020
FOX NEWS: National forecast for Thursday, February 13
National forecast for Thursday, February 13
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FOX NEWS: Wintry and rainy weather across East, cold on the way
Wintry and rainy weather across East, cold on the way
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Time is Still a Mystery to ‘Einstein’s Dreams’ Author
By BY DENNIS OVERBYE from NYT Science https://ift.tt/2UOi3gQ
UNODC convenes experts to advise on best ways to improve crime statistics in Asia and the Pacific
Bangkok (Thailand), 13 February 2020 - The first meeting of the "Regional Advisory Group" of the UNODC-KOSTAT Centre of Excellence for Statistics on Crime and Criminal Justice in Asia and the Pacific (CoE) was held in Bangkok from 4 to 6 February 2020 to discuss regional needs and support to be offered by the CoE.
Published February 13, 2020 at 04:00PM
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Wednesday, 12 February 2020
Sediment loading is key to predicting post-wildfire debris flows
Why mudslides that follow wildfires in Southern California can be deadly
More at https://www.nsf.gov/discoveries/disc_summ.jsp?cntn_id=300016&WT.mc_id=USNSF_1
This is a Research News item.
FOX NEWS: UK Storm surge isn’t stopping these surfers
UK Storm surge isn’t stopping these surfers
Surfers in the town of Cornwall, UK, are taking advantage of Storm Ciara’s surges in the most unique way.
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FOX NEWS: Strong storms across South, flood threat in Ohio River Valley
Strong storms across South, flood threat in Ohio River Valley
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FOX NEWS: National forecast for Wednesday, February 12
National forecast for Wednesday, February 12
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Britain to Create Regulator for Internet Content
By BY ADAM SATARIANO from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/38lcwSx
Tuesday, 11 February 2020
UNODC trains Tunisian officers in Strategic Trade and Export Control
Tunisia, 20-24 January 2020 - The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Container Control Programme (CCP) organized a one-week training on Strategic Trade and Export Control for officials in Tunisia from 20 to 24 January.
Published February 11, 2020 at 11:15PM
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FOX NEWS: National forecast for Tuesday, February 11: Strong storm brings flooding risk to the South
National forecast for Tuesday, February 11: Strong storm brings flooding risk to the South
Janice Dean has your FoxCast on New Hampshire primary day.
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Monday, 10 February 2020
FOX NEWS: Thundersnow: A winter storm spectacle
Thundersnow: A winter storm spectacle
Some of the strongest winter storms produce an extraordinary visual amid massive snowfall. There have been occurrences when what's known as "thundersnow" is reported by witnesses on the ground. According to the National Severe Storms Laboratory, while thunderstorms are less common in the winter, sometimes lightning can occur within snowstorms.
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FOX NEWS: Winter Storm Ciara lashes northern Europe with hurricane-force winds and heavy rain
Winter Storm Ciara lashes northern Europe with hurricane-force winds and heavy rain
Severe storm causes hundreds of cancellations at major airports.
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FOX NEWS: National forecast for Monday, February 10: Strong storm brings flood watches, warnings
National forecast for Monday, February 10: Strong storm brings flood watches, warnings
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Sunday, 9 February 2020
NASA-E.S.A. Solar Orbiter Launch: How to Watch
By BY KENNETH CHANG from NYT Science https://ift.tt/2S9Rj8H
FOX NEWS: Australia battered with severe storms, flooding
Australia battered with severe storms, flooding
Brutal storms hit the country’s eastern coast leaving more than 100,000 people without power.
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