Peru scientists unveil crocodile fossil up to 12 million years old
Paleontologists unveiled on Wednesday the fossil of a young marine crocodile dating back 10 to 12 million years that was discovered in a Peruvian desert.
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At plastic treaty talks, no united front for industry
Is virgin plastic production vital or completely unsustainable? For the industry lobbyists at UN talks on plastic pollution, the answer is far from unanimous.
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Williamson falls for 93 as England fight back in first Test
England captured the vital wicket of Kane Williamson for 93 in a dramatic five-wicket final session to leave New Zealand 319-8 after day one of the first Test in Christchurch on Thursday.
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South Korea officials say three dead in heavy snowfall
Heavy snowfall blanketed South Korea for a second consecutive day Thursday, resulting in three deaths overall and disrupting flights and ferry services, authorities said.
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High-flying Fiorentina face test of Scudetto credentials with Inter visit
Fiorentina face the first true test of their unlikely role in a crowded Serie A title race on Sunday when Inter Milan come to Florence looking to bust a seven-match winning streak.
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Verstappen switches focus to re-boot defence of F1 teams' title
Newly-crowned quadruple world champion Max Verstappen will switch his attention from the drivers' title race to the teams' contest this weekend when he leads Red Bull's unlikely bid to retain their crown at the Qatar Grand Prix.
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UK filmmaker Richard Curtis makes first foray into animation
Two decades after scoring a surprise holiday season global hit with "Love Actually", British filmmaker Richard Curtis is bidding to repeat the trick with his first foray into animation.
Read moreCountrywide air alert in Ukraine due to missile threat
Ukraine's military said Thursday an air raid alert had been declared across the country, reporting inbound missiles targeting several regions.
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China's military corruption crackdown explained
Chinese defence minister Dong Jun has been placed under investigation for corruption, according to British newspaper the Financial Times.
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Primark boss defends practices as budget fashion brand eyes expansion
Ireland-based budget fashion chain Primark has been criticised for its record on workers' rights and the effect of its low-cost, high-volume model on the environment.
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