Israels prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Sen. John Fetterman on Wednesday. And Bibis gift to the senator from Pennsylvania is likely to raise more than a few eyebrows. Fetterman was presented with a silver-plated pager, apparently in reference to the terror attack orchestrated by Israel that targeted thousands of Hezbollah members in Lebanon late last year using pagers rigged with explosives. This is a silver-plated beeper. The real beeper is like one-tenth the weight. But it changes history, Netanyahu told Fetterman. Fettermans response to Netanyahu while holding the ghoulish memento was one of tremendous thanks. When that story broke, I was like, Oh, I love it. I love it. And now its like, thank you for this, Fetterman said. Israels terror attack killed at least 42 people, including an 8-year-old and an 11-year-old, and injured about 3,250 more, including 200 critically.Israel built the pagers themselves in a major operation, producing the devices through a manufacturer in Taiwan and selling them to Hezbollah without any indication they were behind the deal. The attack was denounced by experts at the UN as a violation of international law. These attacks violate the human right to life, absent any indication that the victims posed an imminent lethal threat to anyone else at the time, the group of experts said in a statement at the time. Such attacks require prompt, independent investigation to establish the truth and enable accountability for the crime of murder.Netanyahu gave President Donald Trump two similar commemorative pagers back in February, one gold and another described as normal. Elon Musk, the billionaire oligarch currently destroying the U.S. federal government, appeared to be pictured near one of the pagers in the Oval Office shortly after it was given to Trump. Defenders of Israels attacks tried to justify the tactic by suggesting that everyone who was killed or injured deserved it. But experts pointed out that such a large-scale attack against thousands of devices without knowing who was actually holding the devices was a terrible violation of international laws. To the extent that international humanitarian law applies, at the time of the attacks there was no way of knowing who possessed each device and who was nearby, the UN experts said. Simultaneous attacks by thousands of devices would inevitably violate humanitarian law, by failing to verify each target, and distinguish between protected civilians and those who could potentially be attacked for taking a direct part in hostilities.Such attacks could constitute war crimes of murder, attacking civilians, and launching indiscriminate attacks, in addition to violating the right to life, the experts concluded.

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Globalization and Architecture: The Dependency on Foreign Talent in the Global SouthSave this picture!Brasilia, Monumental Scale. Image Joana FranaThrough the post-war 20th century, the Global South saw much influence from foreign architects, often invited by local governments to bring their expertise and visionary thinking. Sought as a symbol of modernity, buildings designed by "starchitects" elevated the image of nations. Decades later, as local industries advance in capabilities, the desire for foreign talent continues to exist. Is this a natural result of globalization or is the continued presence of international architects in the Global South a persistent dependency?Historical precedents show examples of governments turning to foreign architects for development work, inviting them to design their country's most famous structures. Western architects were frequently commissioned to design landmark projects in the Global South, particularly in post-colonial nations seeking to declare their new identities through architecture. This phenomenon brought new practices and architectural styles to countries that otherwise operated on vernacular forms of expression. Alternative materials also found their way into local practices as they inherited an architectural vocabulary from other lands.Save this picture!In these instances, the role of local talent was relegated to an educator - on context, climate, and culture. Rather than being in charge of architectural design, regional practitioners were often able to act as collaborators, although under the grand vision of the foreign architect. While the partnership allowed for a degree of regional influence, these ambitious projects often reinforced a perception that architectural excellence was tied to external knowledge. Related Article Incremental Iconation: A Path for Developing Monumental Buildings in the Global South In Iraq, the push to erase traces of British colonialism and harness oil revenues for development projects set the stage for a Bauhaus-inspired revival. Political instability and regime changes marked the era, yet architects like Walter Gropius were brought in to design institutions like universities that symbolized community and modernity. Despite the turmoil, the collaboration between foreign and local architects like Mahdloom and Munir led to a fusion of Western modernism with Middle Eastern elements. The design featured local construction practices such as shaded spaces, water features for cooling, and strategic orientation of the building. Save this picture!Other instances include Argentina, where the father of modernism Le Corbusier was invited to envision urban development plans for cities and buildings of cultural importance. The Swiss-French architect's reach was not limited to his own projects but extended through his ideas which were shared with a new generation of local architects. Architects like Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, collaborators on Le Corbusier's South American projects, proved advantageous in adapting modernist concepts to regional requirements.Not all countries in the Global South followed a trend of enamoration with offshore architects. In contrast to Argentina, Brazil witnessed a modernist movement driven primarily by native talent. Oscar Niemeyer, alongside Lcio Costa and other Brazilian architects, created a distinctively Brazilian modernism that responded to the country's culture and aspirations. The development of Braslia in the late 1950s as a planned capital city was the epitome of a homegrown vision. Investment into regional architects rather than foreign expertise established Brazil as an architectural innovator instead of an adopter of external ideas.Save this picture!Although international architects in the Global South have contributed to large-scale project success and the professional development of native architectural practice and discourse, their continued influence invites scrutiny of an ongoing dependency. Today, many globally renowned firms such as Norman Foster's Foster + Partners, Rem Koolhaas' OMA, Gensler, and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) have established practices across the region in countries like Brazil, Nigeria, India, China, and the United Arab Emirates.In Vietnam, many international architects are finding opportunities in large-scale urban planning projects. Since they don't require collaboration with locally licensed architects, these projects are more accessible to Western firms and allow them to diversify their project base outside difficult markets in the United States and Europe. HOK, for example, has been involved in the design of a 27-acre development in Ho Chi Minh City, commissioned by the telecom and real estate company Sacom. Similarly, SOM has worked on multiple master planning projects in Vietnam, including the ambitious Green Tech City in Hanoi, which integrates sustainable urban design principles with flood-resilient landscapes. Save this picture!The expanding presence of foreign architects in Vietnam is not just driven by a desire to associate with global architectural trends. The real motivations behind the influx are tied to economic factors, specifically international firms' search for new markets. As the U.S. and European industries face stagnation and uncertainty, international practices are on the lookout for emerging economies and fresh opportunities. These projects offer a chance to diversify portfolios and tap into a developing market that is more open to the influence of "starchitects".The effects of globalization, in this scenario, raises concerns about long-term consequences on the local architecture economy and regional practices. When international firms dominate markets in the Global South, especially on high-profile projects or in the absence of local collaboration, projects risk detachment from their socio-cultural contexts. This dynamic could build a sense of dependency where a country's professionals are relegated to secondary roles rather than being empowered as leaders in determining their own architectural destinies.Save this picture!Architecture, like many professions, has steadily become more internationalized, with knowledge and expertise fluidly crossing borders. Although a profession that is rooted to location, the success of projects designed by "starchitects" from other nations suggests comparable considerations of local and international talent. The question remains whether these collaborations foster or hinder regional architectural development.While international architects bring valuable expertise and global perspectives, their dominance could possibly eclipse native talent while perpetuating narratives that glorify Western architectural approaches. Economic factors such as limited local expertise, a shortage of resources, or insufficient training in advanced building techniques often make foreign architects the default option, especially for high-profile projects. In some countries, inviting international firms is not only seen as a way to guarantee quality but also as a means of demonstrating global engagement and modernity.Save this picture!Is the continued reliance on offshore architects a result of a lack of confidence in local architectural talent? Could a collaborative model, as seen in examples from the past, serve as a catalyst for a stronger local architecture scene through knowledge transfer? The question of whether foreign architects are still needed in the Global South is complex. Globalization has made it easier for industry-wide innovation to spread. The dependency on non-local architects can still be seen as a reflection of historical power dynamics and an economic necessity. Ultimately, the roadmap for architectural practice in the Global South may find success in a hybrid model that embraces both international collaboration and local expertise, for now. Image gallerySee allShow lessAbout this authorAnkitha GattupalliAuthorCite: Ankitha Gattupalli. "Globalization and Architecture: The Dependency on Foreign Talent in the Global South" 20 Mar 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1028064/globalization-and-architecture-the-dependency-on-foreign-talent-in-the-global-south&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

The Winning Architecture Photographs of the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards RevealedSave this picture! Xuecheng Liu, China Mainland, Winner, Open Competition, Architecture, 2025 Sony World Photography Awards. Image Xuecheng LiuNow in its 18th edition, the Sony World Photography Awards serve as a global platform for both established and emerging artists, offering an annual glimpse into contemporary photography. This free-to-enter competition provides exposure across 10 categories, including Architecture, Landscape, Travel, and Street Photography. Each category awards a winner, features a shortlist of selected works, and culminates in the title of Open Photographer of the Year. For the 2025 Open competition, participants were invited to submit their strongest single images from 2024, with a focus on capturing and distilling a singular moment while evoking a broader narrative.This year, over 419,000 images from more than 200 countries and territories were submitted across all categories. In the Architecture category, Chinese photographer Xuecheng Liu won first prize with a photograph titled Centre of the Cosmos, an aerial view of Times Square in New York City captured with an ultra-wide angle to emphasize the city's vastness. This high-resolution photograph, at 400 million pixels, features a viewing angle equivalent to a 5mm focal length on a full-frame camera.Below, discover the shortlisted photographs for the 2025 Open Competition, accompanied by descriptions from the photographers. Related Article Discover the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures through the Lens of Paul Clemence The Monster by Alessio D'Addato, ItalySave this picture!The Monster Building in Hong Kong, photographed on a night walk.Harnessing Power by Andrew Newman, United KingdomSave this picture!Iceland's uniquely active geology is especially suitable for harnessing geothermal energy, and this now produces more than one quarter of the country's total electricity. The remoteness of some of the infrastructure lends itself to artistic compositions such as this one, where the external pipework creates an ideal 'leading line' to the industrial buildings in the background.Moon Cabin by David Eliud Gil Samaniego Maldonado, MexicoSave this picture!This image of a cabin in Iceland with the moon was taken at sunset using a 400mm lens.Zaandam House by Hans Wichmann, GermanySave this picture!In the early 2000s, the Dutch architect Sjoerd Soeters was brought in to create an urban development plan for the town of Zaandam, near Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Among his plans was the facade of this hotel, which is composed of stacked houses reminiscent of traditional 'Zaanse Huisjes'.Urbanscape by Jason Smith, AustraliaSave this picture!This magical display of colour and geometry was found in an otherwise banal industrial environment in Australia, bringing the landscape to life.The Guard by Max van Son, NetherlandsSave this picture!A section of the entrance hall of the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This image illustrates the harmonious interplay of lines, forms and light in relation to the large size of the monumental space illustrates the insignificance of the figure below.The Antwerpen Port Authority by Michael Echteld, NetherlandsSave this picture!The Port Authority building in Antwerp, Belgium. The extension on top of the old building was designed by Zaha Hadid.De Witte Spiraal by Michael Echteld, NetherlandsSave this picture!This image was taken beneath 'de witte spiraal' (the white spiral) bicycle flyover in Antwerp, Belgium. The bridge was designed by Ney and partners.Sky Reloaded by Pati John, NetherlandsSave this picture!Although the official capital of the Netherlands is Amsterdam, The Hague is the country's administrative centre and seat of government, with modern structures that reach skywards in various shapes and forms. This image is an allegory that highlights the importance of the ministries that influence the daily lives of people in the Netherlands. Orange is the colour of the Dutch royal family the House of Orange-Nassau and has been considered the national colour of the country for hundreds of years.Waking at the Church by Radek Pohnn, CzechiaSave this picture!Morning at a small church near Lake Mvatn. Photos from the Winter Iceland 2024 photo expedition series.Monochrome Majesty: Cuatro Torres Business Area by Robert Flp, RomaniaSave this picture!This captivating black-and-white photograph showcases the iconic Cuatro Torres Business Area in Madrid. The monochrome treatment emphasises the towering skyscrapers' sleek lines and architectural grandeur, evoking a sense of timeless elegance and urban sophistication that invites the viewer to marvel at the dynamic landscape of the bustling business district.Colourful Doors by Thibault Drutel, FranceSave this picture!The vibrant energy of an interior facade where geometry and vibrant colours mingle. Bathed in light, the doors create an orderly mosaic, while metallic lines and reflections add a touch of modernity to this minimalist celebration of urban architecture.Public Library by Ute-Christa Scherhag, GermanySave this picture!The city library in Stuttgart, Germany, is one of the most modern libraries in Europe. It was designed by the Korean architect Eun Young Yi and draws visitors from all over the world.About this authorCite: Antonia Pieiro. "The Winning Architecture Photographs of the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards Revealed" 20 Mar 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1028167/the-winning-architecture-photographs-of-the-2025-sony-world-photography-awards-revealed&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

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Hair can be curly, straight, thick, thin, brown, black, blonde, or auburn. It can be long or short, frizzy or lush. While the huge diversity in our genes and environments makes it a no-brainer that hair varies so much, it makes less sense that all these hair types can be present on one single body. What determines all this variety in our hair?We have two types of hair, says dermatologist Elizabeth Houshmand. Vellus hairs, or peach fuzz, cover virtually our entire body but arent easy to see. Our head, chest, armpit, and pubic hair consists of terminal hairs. These are thicker and darker.But not all terminal hairs are alike. For example, the hair on our head can grow far longer than that on the rest of our body. To understand why, we have to dive deep into our skin.Cell growth phases and hairEach hair on our body sprouts from a follicle nestled in our skins dermis layer. Each follicle grows in a regular cycle, explains Houshmand. This consists of a growth phase called anagen, a regression phase (catagen), a rest phase (telogen), and shedding (exogen). During anagen, the hair follicle will produce a new shaftthe part of the follicle that pokes above the skin. Theanagen phase, where hair actively grows, is significantly longer for head hair, says Houshmand. These cells can remain in anagen for several years.Hair follicle structure. Image: Getty Images designer29Ross Radusky, a dermatologist, principal investigator, and medical director at the Dermatology Treatment & Research Center in Dallas, Texas, compares anagen to human adolescence. If we dont maximize our growth by the time we get to be an adult, the height that we have is the height that we have for the rest of our life, he says. Body hair cells have anagen phases lasting just a few weeks or months, giving them less time to grow.Why does our body hair look different?But our terminal body hair isnt just short head hair. It differs in texture and often in color as well. Radusky explains that variation in texture is due to our follicles reacting differently to hormonal influences, as well as environmental contributions from our clothing and lifestyle. Color variation is due to a hormone called melanin. This is released from melanocytes, the same cell type that creates skin pigment. This melanin also colors our hair. There are two types of hair melanin: pheomelanin, which produces blond and red hair, and eumelanin, which makes darker hair.The balance between these types of melanin is regulated by more than 100 genes. How hair color varies in different body regions will depend on how these genes are expressed. The activity of melanocytes also tends to increase with age. This is why babies and toddlers with a shock of blond hair can end up a mousy brown color in adulthood. Get the Popular Science newsletter Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. By signing up you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.Body hair and baldnessAge doesnt just change hair color. As many men (and some women) will be acutely aware, hair thickness can wane with age.But bald men can still retain thick body hair. Radusky, who has worked on clinical trials for hair loss conditions, explains this is due to the conversion of testosterone as we get older. An enzyme called 5-alpha reductase changes the hormone into dihydrotestosterone. This hormone shrinks hair follicles and causes them to produce thinner, finer hairs. The distinctive hairline created by male pattern baldness is due to the position of dihydrotestosterone receptors.Theyre typically found in temples along the front and all the way back to whats called the vertex or the crown of the scalp, says Radusky. In women, the receptors are found in a more centralized arrangement that explains why female-pattern baldness thins hair across the head. The lack of dihydrotestosterone receptors across the rest of our bodies explains why these areas can remain hairy even after our hairlines have lost their fight against these hormonal changes.This story is part of Popular SciencesAsk Us Anything series, where we answer your most outlandish, mind-burning questions, from the ordinary to the off-the-wall. Have something youve always wanted to know?Ask us.

NewsEarthWildfires and farm fertilizer use are fueling ozone pollutionThose sources now rival cars and factories in emitting the chemicals that help create ozone Wildfire smoke, seen here blanketing Los Angeles in 2020, can drive up ground-level ozone pollution.E4C/Getty ImagesBy Rachel Berkowitz21 seconds agoImages of Californias wildfires this winter speak for themselves about the fires devastating effects. But those pictures dont tell the whole story. Together with soil emissions, the fires are driving an increase in ground-level ozone pollution causing a fundamental shift in our atmospheres chemistry, researchers say, and potentially rendering air pollution standards unmeetable.Were entering a new air pollution regime, says Ian Faloona, an atmospheric chemist at University of California, Davis.Analyzing satellite data and ground-level observations, Faloona and his colleagues have teased apart the sources that contribute to ozone in major air basins in the southwestern United States. Soil and wildfire emissions of nitrogen-containing ozone precursors, collectively referred to as NOx, are increasingly raising ozone levels, the team found. These NOx emissions levels are now comparable with those from such human-made sources as cars and factories throughout the southwestern United States, Faloona says. He reported his initial findings January at the American Meteorology Societys annual meeting in New Orleans.

Nature, Published online: 19 March 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-00847-0Experiments suggest that an unusual magnetic material can help harness energy from the planets rotation. But not everyone is convinced.

Nature, Published online: 19 March 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-00846-1The specialized cells that let lymph leak (and why that's a good thing)

Breakthrough could pave the way for next-generation GPS in drones, smartphones and self-driving cars, scientists say.