Scientists have found a way to turn PET-type plastic into diamonds.

Making nanodiamonds from plastic will allow new recycling methods and have implications for Neptune and Uranus, which rain diamonds, reports Vice. On the ice giants, under extreme pressure and high temperatures deep below the surface of the planet, hydrocarbons turn into dia…

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Charles proclaimed King of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland as queen’s coffin travels to Edinburgh.

A fanfare of trumpets sounded as proclamation ceremonies took place in the capital cities of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Sunday, officially declaring Charles king of the nations that, along with England, form the United Kingdom. Thousands of people gathered at Edinb…

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51st session of UNHRC to begin in Geneva today.

The 51st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is scheduled to commence from today (12 September) and continue to 07 October in Geneva. The members are expected to debate the final draft Resolution on accountability, justice and reconciliation in Sri Lan…

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United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation - 12 September.

On September 12th, United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation celebrates and promotes the recent developments made by regions and countries in the South. South-South cooperation is a term that refers to the technical cooperation among developing countries located in the …

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King Charles names William and Kate the Prince and Princess of Wales

Britain’s King Charles bestowed on his eldest son William and daughter-in-law Kate the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales, which he and his late wife Diana previously held. Diana was a hugely popular figure who was under constant media scrutiny from her wedding onwards a…

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King Charles proclaimed monarch of Australia, New Zealand.

King Charles was officially proclaimed head of state of both Australia and New Zealand at ceremonies on Sunday in the nations’ capitals. In New Zealand, the proclamation of Charles as monarch, taking over from Queen Elizabeth who died on Thursday aged 96, took place in the p…

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Sri Lanka crowned Asian Netball Champions.

Sri Lanka beat Singapore to win the Asian Netball Championship and also qualify for the 2023 World Cup. Sri Lanka defeated Singapore 63 – 53 at the finals on Sunday (11) to become six-time Asian Netball Champions. Singapore were forced to settle for second at the Asian Netbal…

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Sri Lanka beat Pakistan to clinch sixth Asia Cup title.

Sri Lanka produced a dominant performance to defeat Pakistan by 23 runs in the 2022 Asia Cup final on Sunday.  Bhanuka Rajapaksa (71*) and Wanindu Hasaranga (3/27) were the stars of the night for Sri Lanka as they lifted a sixth continental title in Dubai.  Being invited to b…

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King Charles III officially proclaimed Britain’s new monarch.

King Charles III was officially proclaimed monarch on Saturday after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, in the first Accession Council ceremony to be held in 70 years. The council, made up of 200 members -- primarily current and former politicians and other dignitaries -- proc…

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Sri Lanka beats Hong Kong, enters Asian Netball Championship finals.

Unbeaten Sri Lanka today (Sep 10) thrashed Hong Kong 67-43 to qualify for the final match of Asian Netball Championship 2022. The Sri Lankan team took on the Hong Kong team in the first semi-final encounter at the OCBC Arena in Singapore. In the Group A preliminary round, Sri…

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Queen Elizabeth's funeral to be held on Monday, Sept. 19.

The funeral of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth who died this week after 70 years on the throne, will be held on Monday, September 19 at 1000 GMT, England’s most senior peer who is in charge of state occasions said on Saturday. The coffin will be taken from Balmoral Castle to Edinb…

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World First Aid Day - 10 September (Second Saturday in September)

On the second Saturday in September, World First Aid Day raises awareness of how first aid can save lives. It’s also a day to commit to learning first aid. First aid is defined as giving someone immediate medical assistance. It’s often given until full medical treatment is a…

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World Suicide Prevention Day - 10 September.

Observed on September 10th each year, World Suicide Prevention Day aims to promote ways to prevent suicide. The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) organizes the observance. Suicide is a global phenomenon. Throughout the world, 800,000 people die each yea…

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Queen Elizabeth II has died.

Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years. She died peacefully on Thursday afternoon at her Scottish estate, where she had spent much of the summer. The Queen came to the throne in 1952 and witnessed en…

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International Day to Protect Education from Attack - 09 September.

International Day to Protect Education from Attack is observed globally on 9th September. In proclaiming the International Day to Protect Education from Attack to be celebrated for the first time in 2020. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness regarding the importance…

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A rare dinosaur skeleton with fossilized skin discovered in Canada.

Finding a dinosaur fossil with preserved soft tissue has thus far been considered impossible. A team of researchers in Alberta, Canada, has discovered a hadrosaur with not only a near-complete skeleton but also with patches of skin still intact, according to a press release…

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International Literacy Day - 08 September.

Encouraging and supporting literacy everywhere, September 8th marks International Literacy Day. The day focuses on the importance and value of literacy. The ability to read and write isn’t only important for individuals, but societies as a whole. Some say literacy is a matte…

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World Physical Therapy Day - 08 September.

World Physical Therapy Day on September 8th recognizes the crucial contributions therapists make to society. The day aims to increase awareness of the benefits of physical therapy and the vast opportunities the profession offers. When injury or surgery sidetracks a person, t…

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Suresh Raina announces retirement from all forms of cricket.

Suresh Raina, the former India batter, announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. Raina, who had retired from international cricket in 2020, wrote on Twitter, “It has been an absolute honour to represent my country & state UP. I would like to announce my retirem…

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Rafael Nadal stunned by Frances Tiafoe in fourth round.

Rafael Nadal has been beaten in a Grand Slam for the first time in 2022, losing to Frances Tiafoe in the US Open fourth round. American Tiafoe thrilled the home crowd with a 6-4 4-6 6-4 6-3 win over four-time champion Nadal in New York. The defeat ended the Spaniard's bid…

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