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Channels frontpage world entertainment odd news politics science technology health sports business Latest Overview world entertainment odd news politics science technology health sports business AD Potatoes for peace: how the humble tuber stopped conflict in Europe JAY GORY, MANAGING EDITOR, science The humble potato -- drought-resistant, able to thrive in diverse soils, and enjoyed fried, steamed or baked -- brought centuries of relative calm and prosperity to Europe after its introduction in the 16th century, a new study says. The blessings that flowed from this agricultural revolution helped ease the economic and societal pressures that can lead to costly and disastrous conflicts, says the report. The introduction of potatoes and the resultant increase in productivity "dramatically reduced conflict" both within and between states for some two centuries, it says. read more (Possibly) Related news The Man Who Stopped the Waffle House Gunman Was Shot at and Burned. He Still Says He's Not a Hero Jimmy Kimmel Stopped By Coachella So Eminem Could Totally Nail His Response to a Mean Tweet European women twice as likely to be blonde as men, study says Climate change is slowing Atlantic currents that help keep Europe warm Hungary's Far Right Leader Is Going Nowhere—and Europe Should Be Worried In Europe, preventing gun violence often starts with mental health Orange snow? Rare meeting of Siberia, Sahara over Europe Weird orange snow captivates skiers in eastern Europe Europe backs Britain – and itself For doctor in Congo's overlooked conflict, 'crisis fatigue' isn't an option More in world As Supreme Court hears travel ban, questions of presidential authority also on docket US has cut inflow of refugees to a trickle, dousing hopes upstream Can Trump counter Mueller by handing out pardons? Will Russia's involvement in Syria end up burning its ties with Israel? An Armenian rhapsody Voter redistricting: US Supreme Court to hear third key case of term Britain's DACA? Children of invited laborers caught in 'Windrush' controversy For South Africa's students, college means promise – if they can get there Why a wave of Asian summitry Bob Corker’s relationship with President Trump: It’s complicated

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