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Medieval grave reveals rare 'coffin birth' and neurosurgery

When the brick coffin of a young woman from medieval Italy was opened after its discovery in 2010, two peculiar things stood out to the researchers: There was a perfect hole in the frontal bone of her skull, and between her pelvis and legs, there was a series of smaller bones belonging to a baby. [...]

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India, China to court each other at informal summit in bid to re-set ties

NEW DELHI/BEIJING (Reuters) - The leaders of India and China are set to make their boldest attempt yet at rapprochement in talks this week just months after a dispute over a stretch of their high-altitude Himalayan border rekindled fears of war. Source: Reuters World News

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3 hotels in Seychelles recognised for environmental efforts

Seychelles is one of the most sought-after destinations for visitors looking for peace and quiet in a small but gorgeous corner of the world. And leaders in the island nation, in business and government, know that the environment must be kept pristine, as residents and visitors love the region for its natural beauty. That's why [...]

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U.N. rights chief visits protest-hit Ethiopian region, meets dissidents

ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - The U.N. human rights chief said he was allowed to visit a region in Ethiopia that has been roiled by protests and unrest for the past three years, after the previous administration turned down his request last year. Source: Reuters World News

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Flashes of past paradise as Philippines' Boracay empties for makeover

BORACAY, Philippines (Reuters) - Volunteers combed near-empty beaches and workers boarded up shops on the island of Boracay on Thursday, as the Philippines' top tourist hotspot closed for a six-month makeover aimed at rescuing it from ruin. Source: Reuters World News

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