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China’s economy returned to growth in the second quarter, in one of the world’s first signs of recovery from the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. Gross domestic product grew 3.2% in the three months to the end of June, compared to the same period last year, beating expectations. The figures …

Less than a month ago, the world was shocked when the temperature in the arctic circle it reached a record 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit. While notable in its own right, it was simply the exclamation point of an astonishing, protracted, and widespread heat event across the entire Siberian Arctic. The extreme …

Burger King would like you to “breathe the farts of change.” (Yes, you read it right.) The fast food chain has recently been diversifying its flagship Whopper sandwich, cutting out artificial preservatives and offering a meatless “Impossible Whopper”. Her latest innovation: decidedly less carbonated beef. The official name for this …

Image copyright fake pictures Falling fertility rates could mean that most countries see their populations shrink by the end of the century. The world will have to begin to reckon with the consequences of a smaller and older population. 1. It could be good news for the poorest countries. We …

Mark Humphrey / Associated Press Almost a month after a Confederation flag was flown over Talladega Speedway in June, a flag was seen waving over Bristol Motor Speedway on the Wednesday before the NASCAR All-Star Race. Confederate flags and images have been banned at all NASCAR races and venues since …