British Virgin Islands quietly became a top hub for crypto exchanges

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British Virgin Islands quietly became a top hub for crypto exchanges

Major crypto exchanges including Kraken, Bitstamp, 1inch and Bitfinex have all registered in the British Virgin Islands, drawn by the territory's favourable regulatory and tax environment. Despite their official presence there, arranging an on-site meeting with executives is reportedly near-impossible. The BVI has quietly become one of the world's leading crypto hubs, largely under the radar of mainstream coverage.

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Cointelegraph · 1d ago · Source ↗

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Bellingham handed penalty to Saka to complete hat-trick at World Cup third-place match

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Bellingham handed penalty to Saka to complete hat-trick at World Cup third-place match

Jude Bellingham, coming off the bench in the World Cup third-place match, was set to take a penalty but chose to hand the ball to Bukayo Saka, giving him the chance to complete a hat-trick. The gesture was widely praised as a fine example of sportsmanship and team spirit.

Was Bellingham right to give up the penalty so Saka could complete his hat-trick?

WP SportoweFakty · 26min ago · Source ↗

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Exoplanet LHS 1140 b confirmed to have atmosphere in habitable zone – most Earth-like world found yet

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Exoplanet LHS 1140 b confirmed to have atmosphere in habitable zone – most Earth-like world found yet

Scientists have confirmed the existence of an atmosphere around the rocky exoplanet LHS 1140 b, which orbits within the habitable zone of its star. This makes it the first object outside our Solar System observed to meet both key conditions for potential life. The discovery is considered a breakthrough, as LHS 1140 b is the most Earth-like exoplanet ever found.

Does the discovery of LHS 1140 b prove that life beyond Earth exists?

Focus.pl · 31min ago · Source ↗

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Italy's €1 homes: hidden costs and bureaucracy make the dream more expensive than it seems

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Italy's €1 homes: hidden costs and bureaucracy make the dream more expensive than it seems

Italy's programme selling homes for a symbolic €1 attracts buyers from around the world, but the reality is far more costly than it appears. Purchasing the property is just the beginning — owners face substantial renovation expenses, complex bureaucratic hurdles and new legal obligations. Experts warn that the total costs can run into tens of thousands of euros.

Is buying a €1 home in Italy a good investment despite the hidden costs?

Polsat News · 31min ago · Source ↗

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Tate brothers arrested in Miami facing UK extradition on 59 charges

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Tate brothers arrested in Miami facing UK extradition on 59 charges

Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested Saturday by US marshals in Miami. The arrest stems from a British extradition request; the brothers face 59 charges in the UK including rape, sex trafficking, assault, tax evasion and money laundering.

Should the Tate brothers be extradited to the United Kingdom?

Gazeta.pl · 41min ago · Source ↗

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AI model builds fully consistent languages from scratch, inspired by Tolkien

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AI model builds fully consistent languages from scratch, inspired by Tolkien

A team led by Morris Alper at the University of Miami has developed an AI system that constructs new languages step by step — from phonetics and word formation through to syntax. The system repurposes the structural knowledge large language models gain from natural language training to generate entirely new, internally consistent languages.

Should AI be used to create new languages instead of linguists?

National Geographic PL · 52min ago · Source ↗

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Creatine boosts performance and memory — not just for athletes

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Creatine boosts performance and memory — not just for athletes

Creatine is one of the most popular supplements among physically active people, but research suggests its benefits extend beyond sport — it also supports cognitive function and may be useful for older adults. Regular creatine intake aids muscle recovery, strength and endurance, and its use is considered safe at recommended doses.

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Interia Kobieta · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Israeli historian Bartov calls for sanctions on Israel over Gaza genocide

Israeli historian Omer Bartov has stated that Israel committed genocide in the Gaza Strip following the October 7, 2023 attacks. He concluded that Zionism as an official state ideology justifies genocide and must be rejected. Bartov called on the United States and Europe to impose sanctions on Israel.

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Experts warn Putin has a "gambler's mentality" and may strike NATO

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Experts warn Putin has a "gambler's mentality" and may strike NATO

In the "Bez Doktryny" podcast, analysts Marek Magierowski and Zbigniew Parafianowicz discuss whether Putin would risk a direct confrontation with NATO. They describe the Russian leader as having a "gambler's mentality" capable of irrational risk-taking despite Russia lacking adequate military resources. The analysts also explore scenarios of Russia without Putin and the Kremlin's plan to use controlled escalation to rehabilitate its image.

Will Putin risk a direct confrontation with NATO?

Wirtualna Polska · 1h ago · Source ↗

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EU ban on destroying unsold clothes in force, but Poland has no enforcement penalties yet

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EU ban on destroying unsold clothes in force, but Poland has no enforcement penalties yet

The EU ban on destroying unsold clothing has entered into force, but Poland has yet to pass national implementing legislation that would include penalties for violations. The Ministry of Development insists businesses must comply with the new EU rules even in the absence of domestic sanctions. The situation raises questions about the effective enforceability of the law in Poland.

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Rzeczpospolita · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Hailstorm halts Bad Bunny concert in Milan

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Hailstorm halts Bad Bunny concert in Milan

A severe hailstorm struck Milan on Saturday evening, forcing organisers to halt a concert by Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny. Some concertgoers were injured during the event, and all attendees were evacuated. It is the latest weather incident to disrupt a major music event in Europe.

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TVN24 · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Entomologist Dino Martins champions parasites: even gruesome creatures have vital roles

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Entomologist Dino Martins champions parasites: even gruesome creatures have vital roles

Award-winning entomologist and evolutionary biologist Dino Martins, known for his pollinator research, has written a new book defending parasites and other gruesome creatures. Raised in biodiversity-rich western Kenya, Martins was fascinated from childhood by dung beetles, safari ants and bees pollinating endangered African violets. His book argues that even the most repulsive organisms play vital roles in nature.

Should parasite conservation be part of mainstream wildlife protection policy?

The Guardian Science · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Merrell x P.A.M. collab blends outdoor heritage with streetwear aesthetics

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Merrell x P.A.M. collab blends outdoor heritage with streetwear aesthetics

American outdoor footwear brand Merrell has teamed up with Australian creative and streetwear label Perks and Mini (P.A.M.). The collaboration reimagines two well-known Merrell silhouettes from the brand's catalogue. The project reflects the growing trend of blurring the line between technical trail footwear and everyday urban fashion.

Is blending outdoor footwear with streetwear a good direction for brands like Merrell?

Focus.pl · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Zcash's new Zakura node targets Visa-scale 50,000 transactions per second

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Zcash's new Zakura node targets Visa-scale 50,000 transactions per second

The Zcash project has launched a new node client called Zakura, designed to push the network's throughput from roughly one private transaction per second to 50,000 per second – comparable to Visa's payment network. It is the first live component of a broader roadmap to scale Zcash to payment-network size. The goal is to deliver mass-scale transaction privacy.

Does Zcash have a real chance of becoming a viable alternative to Visa?

CoinDesk · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Moro Soup: The Early 20th-Century Recipe That Saved Children's Lives

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Moro Soup: The Early 20th-Century Recipe That Saved Children's Lives

In the early 20th century, Austrian paediatrician Ernst Moro developed a simple carrot soup that effectively combated diarrhoea in young children. At the time, diarrhoea was a leading cause of infant death due to rapid dehydration. Moro's soup helped significantly reduce child mortality rates.

Are home remedies for children's diarrhoea as effective as medication?

WP Kuchnia · 2h ago · Source ↗

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Lies of P on Switch 2: First Previews Praise Game Despite Performance Issues

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Lies of P on Switch 2: First Previews Praise Game Despite Performance Issues

Ahead of the release of Lies of P: Complete Edition on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop next month, early previews describe the game as an enjoyable experience on the platform. However, reviewers noted issues with the quality graphics mode and confirmed a day-one patch will be released to address performance problems. The full release is scheduled for next month.

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Nintendo Life · 2h ago · Source ↗

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VW Golf GTI Edition 50 Review: The Best Modern GTI Yet

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VW Golf GTI Edition 50 Review: The Best Modern GTI Yet

The Golf GTI Edition 50 is Volkswagen's anniversary hot-hatch celebrating 50 years of the GTI nameplate. The reviewer rates it as the best modern Golf driven to date, saying it far exceeds expectations for a fast compact. The car impresses with its driving dynamics and character, standing out in the crowded C-segment.

Is the Golf GTI Edition 50 worth its price tag?

naTemat · 2h ago · Source ↗

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World Cup 2010 winner Capdevila gets Trump's permission to enter US for World Cup final

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World Cup 2010 winner Capdevila gets Trump's permission to enter US for World Cup final

Spanish World Cup 2010 winner Joan Capdevila raised the alarm on Friday that he was unable to enter the United States and appealed to Donald Trump for help. According to the New York Post, Capdevila has since been granted special permission to enter the country and is set to attend the World Cup final. The reason for his initial entry ban was not disclosed.

Was Trump right to grant Capdevila special permission to enter the US?

WP SportoweFakty · 29min ago · Source ↗

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Israel reclassifies crocodiles to allow them as prison security around Hamas jail

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Israel reclassifies crocodiles to allow them as prison security around Hamas jail

Israel's environment minister reclassified crocodiles, clearing the way for their use as a security measure. Far-right Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir reportedly wants the animals to surround a prison holding Hamas militants to prevent escapes.

Is using crocodiles as prison security an acceptable measure?

DW News · 44min ago · Source ↗

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Scientists painted electronics directly onto shark skin to monitor its heartbeat

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Scientists painted electronics directly onto shark skin to monitor its heartbeat

Researchers developed a technique for painting electronics directly onto animal skin. In one experiment, sensors applied to a shark's skin allowed scientists to monitor the animal's cardiac activity without conventional instruments.

Is painting electronics directly onto animal skin an ethical research method?

Spider's Web · 48min ago · Source ↗

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Olomouc: the city where a king of Bohemia and Poland was murdered

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Olomouc: the city where a king of Bohemia and Poland was murdered

Olomouc is a Moravian city with a remarkable history — it was the site of the murder of a king of Bohemia and Poland, and its prison once held both Lafayette and Hugo Kołłątaj. The city served for centuries as a cultural and political centre of the region, with surprising ties to broader European history.

Does Olomouc deserve more attention from Polish tourists?

Rzeczpospolita · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Victoria to force platforms to unmask anonymous accounts accused of vilification

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Victoria to force platforms to unmask anonymous accounts accused of vilification

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan announced new laws that would give the state tribunal VCAT the power to order social media and AI platforms to identify anonymous users accused of online vilification. The reforms are aimed at protecting children and families from online abuse. This forms part of a broader package of social media reforms in Australia.

Should social media platforms be required to unmask anonymous users accused of vilification?

The Guardian World · 1h ago · Source ↗

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