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CERN Achieves Historic Antimatter Transport by Truck for Advanced Study

CERN Achieves Historic Antimatter Transport by Truck for Advanced Study

CERN has successfully transported antimatter by truck for the first time, marking a significant milestone in the study of this elusive material. The antimatter, consisting of 92 antiprotons, was moved from CERN's facility on the France-Switzerland border to enable more precise measurements without interference from the facility's large magnets. This transport is part of the BASE experiment, which aims to uncover discrepancies between matter and antimatter that could explain why the universe contains more matter. The ability to transport antimatter safely opens new avenues for research into fundamental physics questions.
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The Latest: Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes restrictions again

The Latest: Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes restrictions again

Iran has reversed course on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and fired on a tanker attempting to pass the waterway
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French Soldier Killed in Attack on UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon, Macron Blames Hezbollah

French Soldier Killed in Attack on UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon, Macron Blames Hezbollah

A French soldier was killed and three others were injured in an attack on a United Nations peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon. The incident occurred near the village of Ghandouriyeh and involved small arms fire. French President Emmanuel Macron and the UNIFIL force have attributed the attack to Hezbollah, although the group has denied involvement. The attack follows a recent ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, which began after a conflict initiated by Hezbollah's rocket attacks on Israel. This conflict resulted in significant casualties and displacement in Lebanon. An investigation has been launched by Lebanon's Military Tribunal to identify those responsible for the attack.
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Benoit Saint-Denis releases Frenchest video ever hinting at big International Fight Week match-up

Benoit Saint-Denis releases Frenchest video ever hinting at big International Fight Week match-up

Benoit Saint-Denis just teased his return to action this summer, and he basically gave away the opponent too if you know your French slang. Saint-Denis is on an impressive four fight win streak at 155 pounds and currently sits at No. 5 in the rankings. It’s been a minute since he’s fought, though, with the […]
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Macron says 1 French soldier was killed and 3 injured in attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon

Macron says 1 French soldier was killed and 3 injured in attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon

French President Emmanuel Macron says a French soldier was killed and three others injured in an attack on U.N. peacekeepers in southern Lebanon
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US Justice Department refuses to assist French probe into Musk’s X, WSJ reports

US Justice Department refuses to assist French probe into Musk’s X, WSJ reports

April 18 (Reuters) - The U.S.
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French Soldier Killed by Hezbollah in Lebanon, Macron Demands Action

French Soldier Killed by Hezbollah in Lebanon, Macron Demands Action

A French soldier serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) was killed in an attack attributed to Hezbollah, according to French President Emmanuel Macron. The incident also left three other UNIFIL soldiers wounded. Macron has called on Lebanese authorities to arrest those responsible and emphasized the need for accountability. The attack occurred as UNIFIL was conducting operations to clear explosive ordnance in southern Lebanon.
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US DOJ Declines Assistance in French Criminal Investigation of X

US DOJ Declines Assistance in French Criminal Investigation of X

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has decided not to assist French authorities in their criminal investigation of X, a social media platform owned by Elon Musk. The investigation, initiated by France in July, accuses X of manipulating its algorithm and engaging in 'fraudulent data extraction.' French authorities have also raised concerns about the dissemination of CSAM and Holocaust denial on the platform. The DOJ has characterized the French probe as an attempt to involve the United States in a politically charged proceeding that seeks to regulate the business activities of a social media platform through prosecution. The DOJ's stance is that the investigation contradicts the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which protects free expression.
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Activist Kemi Seba arrested in South Africa, faces extradition to Benin

Activist Kemi Seba arrested in South Africa, faces extradition to Benin

Pan-African and pro-Russian activist Kemi Seba has been arrested in South Africa
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Iran war energy shock drives nuclear power plans in hard-hit Asia and Africa

Iran war energy shock drives nuclear power plans in hard-hit Asia and Africa

The Iran war’s global energy shock is causing some nations in Asia and Africa to boost nuclear power generation and spurring atomic energy plans in non-nuclear countries on both continents
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85-year-old widow is released from US custody, returns to France amid messy family dispute

85-year-old widow is released from US custody, returns to France amid messy family dispute

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot says the 85-year-old French widow of an American military veteran has returned home from U.S. immigration custody
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France Opposes U.S. Role in Post-War Hormuz Security Coalition

France Opposes U.S. Role in Post-War Hormuz Security Coalition

France has expressed its opposition to the involvement of American forces in a European-led coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz following a conflict. This stance contrasts with Germany's preference for a cooperative approach with the U.S. Navy. French President Emmanuel Macron has stated that only 'non-belligerent countries' should join the coalition, excluding the U.S. due to its involvement in the naval blockade of Iranian seaports. The European coalition aims to restore confidence in the safety of the strait without being perceived as part of the U.S. blockade. The coalition's activities are intended to be defensive and will commence only after a peace settlement between Iran and the U.S.