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Unprecedented Discovery of Ancient Landscape Beneath East Antarctic Ice Sheet Revealed by Scientists

Scientists have discovered a hidden landscape of hills and valleys beneath the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, estimated to be at least 14 million years old. The landscape was mapped using radar data from the European Space Agency's CryoSat-2 satellite, and the researchers warn that human-driven global warming could threaten to expose the ancient landscape. The findings were published in the journal Nature Communications and could help to better understand the history of the Antarctic ice sheet and how it has responded to climate change in the past.

Two Swedes Killed in Brussels Shooting; Belgium Raises Terror Alert to Highest Level

Two Swedes were killed in a shooting in Brussels late Monday, prompting Belgium's Prime Minister to suggest the attack was linked to terrorism. The OCAD anti-terror center raised the terror alert for the capital to its highest level and the alert for the rest of the country to its second-highest level. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to identify the perpetrators and bring them to justice.

Simone Biles Breaks Record to Become Most Decorated Gymnast in History

Simone Biles has made history by becoming the most decorated gymnast in history, winning her 27th world medal at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Antwerp, Belgium. She scored 58.399 points across the balance beam, floor, vault and uneven bars to beat the defending champion and claim the gold medal. Biles now has 34 world and Olympic medals, and is the first woman to win four consecutive all-around titles at the world championships and the Olympics. Her record-breaking performance is a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport.

Team USA Dominates World Championships, Wins Seventh Consecutive Title Led by Simone Biles

The U.S. women's gymnastics team won their seventh consecutive world championship title on Wednesday night in Antwerp, Belgium, led by four-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles. Despite an injury to Joscelyn Roberson in warmups, the team was able to put up a dominant performance and won by a margin of 2.199 points. This marks the 26th world medal for Biles, who is the most decorated American gymnast in history, and is sure to inspire future generations of gymnasts.

Simone Biles Makes History at 2023 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, Becoming First Female Gymnast to Perform Yurchenko Double Pike Vault

Simone Biles made history on Sunday at the 2023 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Antwerp, Belgium, becoming the first female gymnast to perform the Yurchenko double pike on vault internationally, now officially called the "Biles II". She posted an all-around score of 58.865, putting her in first place at the end of her qualifying session, and the United States was in first place after the first day of competition. Biles' performance was a reminder of her dominance in the sport and her ability to make history, as she is the most decorated American gymnast of all time.

Interpol Releases Video Appeal for Public Help in Identifying 22 Women Whose Bodies Were Found Across Europe Over 43 Years

Interpol has released a video featuring Dutch celebrities in an effort to draw attention to the case of 22 unidentified women whose remains were found in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands over a span of 43 years. Police have been unable to identify the women by their distinguishing features or apparel, and are hoping that the public can provide information that will lead to the identification of the victims and their killers. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Interpol or the local police.