WAO ART #142

Scientists at Brown University have discovered that elephants have a varied diet, with individuals choosing from hundreds of plants to suit their needs. The researchers analysed plant DNA found in elephant dung in Kenya and found that their diet included grasses, leaves, fruits, and roots.

The total cryptocurrency market capitalization has grown by over 50% in the last six months, with Ethereum, Litecoin, and Ripple following Bitcoin's upward trend. This increase in market cap is impressive considering the mixed performance of the US dollar. Investors are optimistic.

Binance's Australia offices were searched by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. This comes after ASIC cancelled Binance's Australia derivatives license in April 2023. Binance has since shut down derivatives trading in Australia but continues to offer spot trading services.

During the 62nd Summit of Mercosur, Uruguay refused to sign a joint declaration, highlighting its dissent and insistence on more flexibility within the bloc. The leaders of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay criticized Uruguay's "unilateralism" in negotiations with other blocs or nations

Americans across the country celebrated Independence Day in 2023 with colorful parades, marching bands, and eating contests featuring pies and hotdogs. The evening was filled with spectacular fireworks displays in major cities.

Japan's plan to release treated waste water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean has caused anxiety and anger both domestically and internationally. The plan has faced opposition from local communities, fishing and seafood industry groups, and neighboring countries like China and South Korea.

The Netherlands has announced a ban on mobile phones and other devices in classrooms to prevent disruptions to learning. The ban, which will take effect at the start of next year, is a collaborative effort between the government and schools.