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French Presidential Election Heats Up

As the US presidential begins to come to a close, the French election, which takes place in 2017, begins to heat up. One candidate, François Fillon, who is socially conservative and rightwing, has recently debated Alain Juppé, the more moderate centrist, and won. Fillon has stated, as reported by the Guardian, that “France is not a multicultural nation,” and that France’s national identity must be protected.

Venezuelans Flee From Economic Collapse

Venezuela’s economic collapse began when President Hugo Chávez promised to redistribute wealth to the poor. Since then, there has been a strain on food supplies, and, according to the Guardian, over 150,000 people have fled the country in search of stability and food.

Distinguish Species of Mosquitoes With a Cellphone

According to the New York Times, a research group from Stanford University has found that simple cell phones can be used to distinguish different types of mosquitoes by their hums. This technology has many practical uses, particularly in areas where mosquito-born diseases, like West Nile virus and Zika, are most prevalent. The students at Stanford believe the technology should be explored for its potential use.