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At 8,938, Migrant Deaths Hit Record Last Year: UN Agency
Last year was the deadliest on record for migrants, with nearly 9,000 people confirmed to have died on perilous routes that include crossing the Sahara Desert or the Mediterranean Sea, the UN migration agency said on Friday.
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How Holi And Ramadan Unites This Pakistani Desert Town Every Year
In a desert town in Pakistan, Hindus prepare meals for fasting Muslims, who in turn gather to welcome a Holi procession, a rare moment of religious solidarity in the Islamic nation.
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Saudi Arabia's Mega-City Faces Mega Problem: The Price Of A Desert Paradise
Private yachts were moored nearby, and some of the biggest celebrities were in attendance as Saudi Arabia partially opened Neom, its ambitious $500 billion mega-city in the desert.
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Mirrors, Marble, And Mud: Desert X Returns To California
The free event, which drew 600,000 visitors in its last edition, sends contemporary art-lovers on a treasure hunt to find works scattered across the Coachella Valley
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Private Venus Mission Plans to Retrieve Cloud Samples for Life Research
A privately-led space mission is being developed to retrieve and analyse cloud samples from Venus. Scientists believe the planet’s sulfuric acid clouds might sustain organic molecules necessary for life. The mission, named Morning Star, involves deploying probes to collect mist from Venus' atmosphere. The collected samples would be returned to Ea...
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Video: Accused Seen Dragging Suitcase With Congress Worker's Body Inside It
Days after a woman Congress worker was killed and her body dumped inside a suitcase, a CCTV video has emerged that shows the accused dragging the luggage on a deserted road.
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From 60 Crore Devotees To Empty Ground: Maha Kumbh Site Wears Deserted Look
The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday started a 15-day special cleanliness drive at the Maha Kumbh Mela grounds.
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Presumed Extinct, This Desert Rat-Kangaroo May Still Be Alive In Hiding
When it comes to how hard an animal can bite, size always matters. There may be no truer a case of this than the desert rat-kangaroo (Caloprymnus campestris), known as the ngudlukanta.
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Watch: Giant BBQ Setup Gets Over 93 Million Views, Leaves Internet In Awe
A barbecue is always a treat, but one group took it to the next level with a massive desert grill and the internet can't get enough.
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What to Look For When Buying An Air Cooler: Your Guide To Cool Comfort
As temperatures begin to soar, an air cooler can be your best ally in beating the heat. But with so many options available, how do you pick the right one? From cooling capacity to energy efficiency, lets explore everything you need to know before buying.
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5,000-Year-Old Spanish Fortress Reveals Roman-Era Burial with Dagger
A 5,000-year-old fortress in Spain has revealed an unexpected Roman-era burial. The remains of a man, aged between 25 and 35, were found with a military dagger, suggesting he may have been a soldier. The site had been abandoned for over 2,500 years, leaving archaeologists puzzled over why he was buried there. Experts believe he could have been a de...
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Video: Drone Strikes Radiation Cover At Chernobyl Nuclear Plant In Ukraine
At 2:02 am tonight, the deserted Chernobyl Nuclear Plant was struck by a drone, which Ukraine claims was Russian, damaging a cover intended to stop the radiation from the 1986 nuclear disaster.
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Exclusive - '80-Hour Workweek, No Girlfriend': Bill Gates' Microsoft Story
About two hours from Los Angeles, Palm Springs is a desert resort city - arid and beautiful with the San Jacinto mountains as a scenic backdrop.
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8 Events You Must Attend In February 2025 In India: Music, Art, Culture, And More
Discover top events the best of festivals, concerts, art, and cultural events across India, and plan the trip of your dreams this February.
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'Dream Of The Desert': Saudi Arabia's First Luxury Train Unveiled
The 1,300-kilometer route, utilising existing railway lines, will depart from Riyadh and travel north to Al Qurayyat, near the Jordanian border.
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At 8,938, Migrant Deaths Hit Record Last Year: UN Agency
Last year was the deadliest on record for migrants, with nearly 9,000 people confirmed to have died on perilous routes that include crossing the Sahara Desert or the Mediterranean Sea, the UN migration agency said on Friday.
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How Holi And Ramadan Unites This Pakistani Desert Town Every Year
In a desert town in Pakistan, Hindus prepare meals for fasting Muslims, who in turn gather to welcome a Holi procession, a rare moment of religious solidarity in the Islamic nation.
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Saudi Arabia's Mega-City Faces Mega Problem: The Price Of A Desert Paradise
Private yachts were moored nearby, and some of the biggest celebrities were in attendance as Saudi Arabia partially opened Neom, its ambitious $500 billion mega-city in the desert.
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Mirrors, Marble, And Mud: Desert X Returns To California
The free event, which drew 600,000 visitors in its last edition, sends contemporary art-lovers on a treasure hunt to find works scattered across the Coachella Valley
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Private Venus Mission Plans to Retrieve Cloud Samples for Life Research
A privately-led space mission is being developed to retrieve and analyse cloud samples from Venus. Scientists believe the planet’s sulfuric acid clouds might sustain organic molecules necessary for life. The mission, named Morning Star, involves deploying probes to collect mist from Venus' atmosphere. The collected samples would be returned to Ea...
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Video: Accused Seen Dragging Suitcase With Congress Worker's Body Inside It
Days after a woman Congress worker was killed and her body dumped inside a suitcase, a CCTV video has emerged that shows the accused dragging the luggage on a deserted road.
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From 60 Crore Devotees To Empty Ground: Maha Kumbh Site Wears Deserted Look
The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday started a 15-day special cleanliness drive at the Maha Kumbh Mela grounds.
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Presumed Extinct, This Desert Rat-Kangaroo May Still Be Alive In Hiding
When it comes to how hard an animal can bite, size always matters. There may be no truer a case of this than the desert rat-kangaroo (Caloprymnus campestris), known as the ngudlukanta.
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Watch: Giant BBQ Setup Gets Over 93 Million Views, Leaves Internet In Awe
A barbecue is always a treat, but one group took it to the next level with a massive desert grill and the internet can't get enough.
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What to Look For When Buying An Air Cooler: Your Guide To Cool Comfort
As temperatures begin to soar, an air cooler can be your best ally in beating the heat. But with so many options available, how do you pick the right one? From cooling capacity to energy efficiency, lets explore everything you need to know before buying.
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5,000-Year-Old Spanish Fortress Reveals Roman-Era Burial with Dagger
A 5,000-year-old fortress in Spain has revealed an unexpected Roman-era burial. The remains of a man, aged between 25 and 35, were found with a military dagger, suggesting he may have been a soldier. The site had been abandoned for over 2,500 years, leaving archaeologists puzzled over why he was buried there. Experts believe he could have been a de...
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Video: Drone Strikes Radiation Cover At Chernobyl Nuclear Plant In Ukraine
At 2:02 am tonight, the deserted Chernobyl Nuclear Plant was struck by a drone, which Ukraine claims was Russian, damaging a cover intended to stop the radiation from the 1986 nuclear disaster.
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Exclusive - '80-Hour Workweek, No Girlfriend': Bill Gates' Microsoft Story
About two hours from Los Angeles, Palm Springs is a desert resort city - arid and beautiful with the San Jacinto mountains as a scenic backdrop.
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8 Events You Must Attend In February 2025 In India: Music, Art, Culture, And More
Discover top events the best of festivals, concerts, art, and cultural events across India, and plan the trip of your dreams this February.
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'Dream Of The Desert': Saudi Arabia's First Luxury Train Unveiled
The 1,300-kilometer route, utilising existing railway lines, will depart from Riyadh and travel north to Al Qurayyat, near the Jordanian border.
