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In a cautious new paper, scientists tried to determine whether an interactive speech board might enrich the life of a parrot named Ellie.

The flow of grain ships through ports in the Odesa region is a welcome boost for Ukraine’s war-ravaged economy. But analysts warn it may not last.

Hours before stepping up attacks, Israel urged Palestinian civilians to evacuate the area around Jabaliya. It also issued a wider evacuation order for Rafah, in the south, leaving many confused about where to go to find safety

Russia’s latest offensive has expanded the battlefield along Ukraine’s northern border, and sent thousands of civilians fleeing to Kharkiv, the closest large city.

Hamas’s leader in Gaza is considered an architect of the Oct. 7 attacks that prompted Israel to retaliate. As mediators seek a cease-fire, a deal depends on Mr. Sinwar as well as his Israeli foes.

Witnesses and human rights groups claim the West African country’s military killed more than 220 people, including women and children, in February. It was neither a mistake nor a one-off, they say.

Many say there is nowhere to go, and even the “humanitarian zone” recommended by Israel is neither safe nor equipped to handle all of them, the U.N. says.

The new order, which also included areas in northern Gaza, left many confused about where to go to find safety.

The unusual sight of aurora borealis was visible in several European countries on Friday, and in parts of the northern United States.

The Space Weather Prediction Center said solar activity would be high again on Saturday.