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Zelensky Stands Firm Against U.S. Pressure on Territorial Concessions

  Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Pope Leo XIV wave to journalists during their meeting in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has once again made clear that Ukraine will not cede any territory to Russia , despite mounting pressure from the United States to consider compromises in ongoing peace negotiations. Speaking to reporters, Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine has “no right to give anything away” under its constitution, international law, or moral principles. Zelensky’s remarks come at a critical moment as Washington pushes for a peace plan that could involve painful concessions, including territorial losses. The Ukrainian leader, however, has been rallying European allies to support Kyiv’s position. In recent days, he met with Pope Leo XIV at Castel Gandolfo near Rome and held talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, underscoring his diplomatic efforts to strengthen Ukraine’s backing across Europe. The re...

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How to Train Your Brain Like a Pro: Five Science-Backed Tips from Neuroscientists

Your brain is the most complex and powerful organ in your body, and it needs proper care and maintenance to function optimally. Neuroscientists, who study the brain and nervous system, have some tips on how to keep your brain healthy and sharp as you age. Here are five simple habits you can adopt to boost your brain power, according to neuroscientists.

  • Brain health industry boom: The global industry of products and services that claim to support brain health is valued at US $140-billion and expected to grow rapidly, partly due to the projected rise of cognitive disorders in the aging population.
  • Healthy lifestyle choices: Experts say that exercising regularly, abstaining from cigarettes and alcohol, and spending quality time with loved ones can reduce the risk of brain disease by as much as 30 per cent.
  • Hidden threat of social media: Experts warn that social media addictions can erode attention span and hinder deep thought, and suggest replacing scrolling with more cognitively stimulating activities, such as digital games, creative pursuits, reading fiction, or meditation.
  • Best daily practices for brain training: Experts recommend five daily practices that can improve memory, attention, creativity, and social cognition: physical activity, digital games, a creative pursuit, quality time with loved ones, and meditation or self-reflection.

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