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Here’s the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

Here’s the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

Editor’s Note: The views expressed in this commentary are solely those of the writer. CNN is showcasing the work of The Conversation, a collaboration between journalists and academics to provide news analysis and commentary. The content is produced solely by The Conversation. CNN  —  We all know the routine by heart: “Please ensure your seats

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‘A definitive backslide.’ Inside fashion’s worrying runway trend

‘A definitive backslide.’ Inside fashion’s worrying runway trend

CNN  —  Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it’s clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats. Across runways in New York, London, Milan and Paris, there was a notable scarcity of plus-size models. This comes at a time when there are five

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Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN  —  “Old Masters” such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study. Trace quantities of protein

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A French photographer offers an unexpected view of the United States — through its many strip clubs

A French photographer offers an unexpected view of the United States — through its many strip clubs

CNN  —  Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. From Miami to Los Angeles, Prost’s latest book “Gentlemen’s Club” charts his route

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Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN’s Hero of the Year

Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN’s Hero of the Year

CNN  —  Nelly Cheboi, who in 2019 quit a lucrative software engineering job in Chicago to create computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is the 2022 CNN Hero of the Year. Online voters selected her from among this year’s Top 10 CNN Heroes. Cheboi’s nonprofit, TechLit Africa, has provided thousands of students across rural Kenya with

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These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

CNN  —  Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report. The report by IQAir, a company that tracks global air quality, found that average annual air pollution in every country — and 97% of cities — exceeded the World Health Organization’s air quality guidelines, which were designed

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Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by installing solar panels on their roofs. So why aren’t more of them doing it?

Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by installing solar panels on their roofs. So why aren’t more of them doing it?

CNN  —  As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls. The rooftops and parking lot space available at retail giants like Walmart, Target and Costco is massive. And these

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The four qualities of great leaders. – The Daniels Post – World

The four qualities of great leaders. – The Daniels Post – World

Summary: Great leaders demonstrate four elements to inspire action: They are confident in themselves, connected to others, committed to purpose, and emotionally courageous. Most of us are great at only one of the four. Maybe two. But to be a powerful presence, you need to excel at all four simultaneously. If you’re confident in yourself but disconnected

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