Volunteers build 108 Buddhist stupas at Bhutan’s planned mindfulness city
More than 40,000 people took part in construction, officials said, with the monuments extending along 12 kilometers of riverbank near India.
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Bacterial defense uses DNA to trigger toxin production, study finds
Gladstone Institutes researchers found that type VI retrons activate a cell-killing defense through a mechanism that differs from previously studied systems.
Lagos Fashion Week marks 15th edition with sustainability focus
The five-day event features dozens of Nigerian and African designers under the theme “Crafted,” emphasizing heritage and skill.
Timex expands Cavatina range with three crystal-trimmed watches
The additions are listed on Timex’s UK website, with silver-tone, gold-tone and two-tone designs.
LOEWE introduces Spring/Summer 2027 campaign set in Madrid
Talia Chetrit photographed the campaign, which features Diego Calva, Kristine Froseth, Victoria Luengo and brand ambassador Jiang Qiming.
Giant fungus found in China prompts new scientific classification
Dianjunus rex produces reproductive structures reaching 50 cm (20 inches), the largest known in its fungal phylum, researchers report.