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Japan's commercial whaling fleet sets sail

The five ships are the first to hunt whales for profit in Japanese waters in more than 30 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xksyeJ

Glastonbury: Thank you for going plastic-free, says Attenborough

The 93-year-old naturalist tells crowds the use of a million plastic bottles has been avoided . from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LuelE8

Syria war: Israeli jets ‘hit Iranian targets in Homs and Damascus’

Syrian state media say Israeli warplanes have targeted military bases near Damascus and Homs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RLPnBB

Wimbledon 2019: Serena Williams 'in a good place' ahead of tournament

The 23-time Grand Slam champion talks to the BBC about motivation, motherhood and recovery. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YrG1gS

New York Pride: Huge crowds attend New York Pride march

Hundreds of thousands of people have been watching or taking part in WorldPride in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xoe7GA

Japanese whalers set sail for commercial hunting

Five ships will hunt up to 227 hunt whales for profit, ending a three-decade pause despite criticism. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YxshAU

Texas plane crash: 10 killed after 'aircraft veers into hangar'

The light aircraft veered into a hangar shortly after take-off at an airport near Dallas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xmwhIF

Hong Kong: Police and protesters clash on handover anniversary

Riot police use batons to repel protesters on the 22nd anniversary of the city's handover to China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XjNXE6

Trump in North Korea: KCNA hails 'amazing' visit

Donald Trump became the first sitting US president to set foot in North Korea in Sunday's historic trip. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/305ul3P

Mexico hail: Ice 1.5m thick carpets Mexico's Guadalajara

Streets were carpeted in ice which trapped vehicles and damaged homes in the city of five million. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KQxjW2

Leg fat 'better than belly fat' for older women

Carrying fat on legs instead of the belly protects postmenopausal women from heart disease, a study suggests. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2FH2gI0

Leg fat 'better than belly fat' for older women

Carrying fat on legs instead of the belly protects postmenopausal women from heart disease, a study suggests. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2FH2gI0

What's happening in the news this week?

This week, Bonnie Tyler makes an appearance, alongside some reconstituted meat products. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FJcIPc

Tunisia - the birthplace of the Arab Spring which lost its hope

Tunisia is seen as one of the few success stories of the Arab Spring so have so many of its people lost hope? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FItVZj

Medicinal cannabis: The family that changed Australia's debate

Their heartrending story shifted perceptions on medical cannabis - but, they argue, not far enough. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Xc75iK

Greek election: Why frustrated young voters are turning conservative

As Greece goes to the polls on 7 July, many young Greeks are turning from the left-wing Syriza. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Jd4NL8

India asks its states not to partner with Philip Morris-funded foundation

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India's health ministry has asked all state governments in the country not to partner with the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World (FSFW) because of its links to tobacco giant Philip Morris International Inc, a letter seen by Reuters showed. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2Jl04Y2

FOX NEWS: Salmonella outbreak linked to fresh papayas sickens at least 62 people in 8 states, CDC says

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Salmonella outbreak linked to fresh papayas sickens at least 62 people in 8 states, CDC says Dozens of people in eight U.S. states have been infected with a strain of salmonella after eating fresh papayas imported from Mexico, according to federal health officials.

Hong Kong protests: Thousands rally in support of police and Beijing

The pro-Beijing protesters waved Chinese flags to oppose the city's huge anti-extradition rallies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NCnrlh

Electric cars: New vehicles to emit noise to aid safety

The EU rule for new models follows concerns cars put pedestrians at risk because they are too quiet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YmvWSj

Medical News Today: Too much iron may cause skin infections

According to a large-scale new study, iron levels that are excessively high may cause bacterial skin infections, such as cellulitis and abscesses. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/320UwdD

Delay to rule allowing US medics to refuse procedures on moral grounds

The rule will make it easier for medical workers to refuse to carry out procedures on moral grounds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YkkRkp

ICYMI: Huge hot dog and Klitschko rescue

Busy week? Here are four stories you may have missed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RIGQPP

FOX NEWS: How a face transplant helped suicide survivor get his life back

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How a face transplant helped suicide survivor get his life back Cameron Underwood was just a normal man in his 20s, enjoying an active life in California—on the outside.

Medical News Today: Cognitive decline: A personalized approach could be key

A new study paper focuses on developing a clearer picture of how and why cognitive decline occurs, and how doctors could treat it in a personalized way. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2RHQ2nw

Trump and Kim Jong-un meet at Korean demilitarised zone

The US president and North Korean leader meet at the demilitarised zone between North and South Korea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Yo4rHV

Lagos 'snake man' on his conservation battle

Nigerian veterinarian Mark Ofua is on a mission to rescue snakes and other wild animals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XFRxbg

Swine fever toll in China may be twice as high as reported, industry insiders say

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As many as half of China's breeding pigs have either died from African swine fever or been slaughtered because of the spreading disease, twice as many as officially acknowledged, according to the estimates of four people who supply large farms. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2YvFwlC

Swine fever toll in China may be twice as high as reported, industry insiders say

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As many as half of China's breeding pigs have either died from African swine fever or been slaughtered because of the spreading disease, twice as many as officially acknowledged, according to the estimates of four people who supply large farms. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2YvFwlC

U.S. federal court delays adoption of healthcare rule on abortion

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its opponents in a California lawsuit agreed on Friday to delay implementing a rule that would allow medical workers to decline performing abortions or other treatments on moral or religious grounds, according to a federal court filing. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2JcH7qo

Albania set for tense local election stand-off

With the main opposition boycotting the poll, there are fears of disruption and violence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KNWfOa

Trump ‘trying to work out’ historic Kim meeting at DMZ

Donald Trump says he wants to “say hello” and shake Kim Jong-un’s hand at the DMZ. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XhzlFf

U.S. federal court delays adoption of healthcare rule on abortion

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its opponents in a California lawsuit agreed on Friday to delay implementing a rule that would allow medical workers to decline performing abortions or other treatments on moral or religious grounds, according to a federal court filing. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2JcH7qo

A handy guide to becoming US president

Who gets to be president? How do you win? All your questions and more in one handy explainer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X2hs8w

Gotabhaya Rajapaksa: The wartime strongman who wants to run Sri Lanka

Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, the former defence chief who crushed the Tamil Tigers, is eyeing a return to power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2IYwZlV

The teenager with Down's syndrome swimming in the Arctic

Trym is the first person to live on the Svalbard Islands with Down's syndrome and he isn't letting it hold him back. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Xb19Xg

The online LGBT magazine blocked in its own country

How one man is seeking to break down gender taboos in Jordan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2JiuPwn

Your pictures on the theme of 'pathway'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "pathway". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Yg8INp

Sudan: Dying for the revolution

Meet the young protesters in Sudan prepared to die to keep the country's revolution alive. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RHu443

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, top deputy ordered to stand trial in 2020

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Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes and her former second-in-command at the Silicon Valley blood-testing startup were ordered on Friday to stand trial next year on fraud charges stemming from their claims about the company's technology, court documents show. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2IXtnAT

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, top deputy ordered to stand trial in 2020

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Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes and her former second-in-command at the Silicon Valley blood-testing startup were ordered on Friday to stand trial next year on fraud charges stemming from their claims about the company's technology, court documents show. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2IXtnAT

Medical News Today: What are the best meat substitutes?

A variety of meat substitutes are available, including tofu, tempeh, and seitan. Learn about the nutritional value of these and other meat substitutes here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2JakKlg

Low-cost retinal scanner could help prevent blindness worldwide

Biomedical engineers have developed a low-cost, portable optical coherence tomography (OCT) scanner that promises to bring the vision-saving technology to underserved regions throughout the United States and abroad. Thanks to a redesigned, 3D-printed spectrometer, the scanner is 15 times lighter and smaller than current commercial systems and is made from parts costing less than a tenth the retail price of commercial systems -- all without sacrificing imaging quality. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2KNPQ5x

New material shows high potential for quantum computing

Scientists are getting closer to confirming the existence of an exotic quantum particle called Majorana fermion, crucial for fault-tolerant quantum computing -- the kind of quantum computing that addresses errors during its operation. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2ZU3aZp

Lesbian women cervical screening myth is 'dangerous'

Women who have sex with women can still get HPV during sex, and should be tested, say health experts. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2XkCsN2

Lesbian women cervical screening myth is 'dangerous'

Women who have sex with women can still get HPV during sex, and should be tested, say health experts. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2XkCsN2

Medical News Today: How do breasts change during and after pregnancy?

Changes in the breasts are a regular occurrence during and after pregnancy. Breast changes vary from person to person and can occur whether a woman breastfeeds or not. Learn more about the types of changes and when they may signal an underlying condition. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2RGcg9s

Gene activity database could spare thousands of mice

A comprehensive database of gene activity in mice across ten disease models could significantly reduce animal use worldwide. It gives a full picture of the immune response to different pathogens. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XibOUL

Nonnative pear trees are showing up in US forests

Callery or Bradford pear trees are starting to show up in many eastern forests. Once established, the invasive trees are hard to eradicate, a biologist warns. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XfUgZA

Moments of clarity in dementia patients at end of life: Glimmers of hope?

It happens unexpectedly: a person long thought lost to the ravages of dementia, unable to recall the events of their lives or even recognize those closest to them, will suddenly wake up and exhibit surprisingly normal behavior, only to pass away shortly thereafter. This phenomenon, which experts refer to as terminal or paradoxical lucidity, has been reported since antiquity, yet there have been very few scientific studies of it. That may be about to change. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Jj2Hto

A primate's response to death

Researchers review 200 years of documentation on how non-human primates respond to death. Researchers infer that non-human primates have some aspects of death awareness but, thus far, only humans conceptualize it at a higher order. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Jga9Fm

When the dinosaurs died, lichens thrived

When the asteroid hit, dinosaurs weren't the only ones that suffered. Clouds of ash blocked the sun and cooled the planet's temperature, devastating plant life. But fungi, which decompose dead stuff, did well. So what happened to the lichens, which are made of a plant and fungus living together as one organism? from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XkHOYE

Who's in the running for Juncker's post and other EU top jobs?

EU leaders will head back to Brussels on Sunday night for a special meeting to try and agree on who should be the next president of the European Commission. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FGebWH

X-ray imaging provides clues to fracture in solid-state batteries

Researchers have used X-ray computed tomography (CT) to visualize in real time how cracks form near the edges of the interfaces between materials in solid-state batteries. The findings could help researchers find ways to improve the energy storage devices. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2YiFrli

Abiy Ahmed's reforms in Ethiopia lift the lid on ethnic tensions

Just a few weeks ago, Abiy Ahmed was feted across Africa but deadly attacks threatens his reforms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RHXrTG

Ebola: The impact of militant attacks in DR Congo

The deadly Ebola virus has spread, but are attacks and insecurity affecting the response? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YqiYDa

Dressed to kill: Video games' tricky relationship with fashion

Video games insiders explain why too many games are let down by their leading character's look. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FH74gF

Trump says he wants to 'shake hands' with North Korea's Kim at DMZ

"I would meet him at the Border/DMZ just to shake hand and say Hello," President Trump tweets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XhppM4

Medical News Today: Breathing treatments: Everything you need to know

Many different types of breathing treatment are available, including bronchodilators, corticosteroids, and antimicrobial drugs. Learn more about these and other treatments here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2XgZd4j

Berlin Brandenburg: The airport with half a million faults

Billions over budget, years late in opening, and still being rebuilt before a single plane has landed. What's gone so wrong at the new Berlin airport? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZWN29M

Japan whaling: Commercial hunts to resume despite outcry

Hunters could be back in Japanese waters from 1 July, ending a three-decade halt to commercial whaling. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XGXy7m

Blue for Sudan: Instagram 'sympathy scammers' exploit support for protesters

Fake accounts trying to capitalise on social media campaigns are rife on the photo-sharing platform. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RIFYL5

Alabama woman charged with manslaughter after losing unborn baby in shooting

After losing her child in a shooting, the woman has been arrested - despite not being the shooter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2IUdQBV

Donald Trump's joking reprimand to Putin: 'Don't meddle in the 2020 election'

The US president held a meeting with the Russian leader during the G20 summit in Japan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XfKyWY

India arrests after women's heads shaved for resisting rape

Two men are arrested for shaving the women's heads and assaulting them in India's Bihar state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZRCw3l

Medical News Today: Should I worry about breast calcifications?

Breast calcifications are small deposits of calcium that can appear in the breast tissue. These are visible on mammograms and most are typically benign. Some forms, however, may indicate a form of cancer. Learn more about why they form and what happens if they appear on an X-ray. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2XBoJ3n

New Zealand 'fake meat' pizza was not misleading, says Hell Pizza

Hell Pizza says it covertly introduced plant-based meat on to one of its pizzas to raise awareness. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XdSlEW

iPhone designer Jony Ive to leave Apple

The British designer's work helped turn Apple into the world's most valuable company. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XCAd6S

Jean-Claude Romand: Fake French doctor who killed family is free

Jean-Claude Romand murdered his wife, children and parents in 1993 as he was about to be exposed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RH3cBi

Democratic debate: Joe Biden criticised for race record

The front-runner in the Democratic race has his civil rights record attacked by Kamala Harris. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2JgYmGO

Putin: Russian president says liberalism 'obsolete'

Speaking before the G20 summit, the Russian leader says the political ideology has "outlived its purpose". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FD1wUu

Genoa bridge: Towers to be demolished with explosives

Residents are told to leave as experts prepare to demolish what remains of Italy's Morandi bridge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Nl0kLF

European heatwave: Temperature may reach highest on record in France

The current record stands at 44.1C (111.4F), reached in southern France in a 2003. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31Xqd7K

Medical News Today: How to manage diabetes

A person can manage their diabetes by making healthful changes to their diet, exercising frequently, and regularly taking the necessary medications. Here, learn about these self-management strategies and more. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2KIY9Qa

Italy migrants: Pressure builds over Lampedusa rescue ship

It comes as Italy tries to clamp down on migrant rescue boats entering its territorial waters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2J9j23y

What is the G20 summit, and what do world leaders talk about?

What is the G20, and what do they do when they meet? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RHBpQR

Why is an African chief's skull mentioned in the Versailles Treaty?

Chief Mkwawa died 16 years before WW1 began but his skull was mentioned in the treaty that ended the conflict. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KIgbBS

AI needs more health data if it's to help cure the world

Artificial intelligence could help tackle many of the world's health problems, experts say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RL8bko

Assam NRC: Are India’s ‘unwanted people’ being driven to suicide?

Citizens facing deportation are taking their lives, say activists who warn of a humanitarian disaster. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2JbIrtt

Medical News Today: What is the link between Vyvanse and hypersexuality?

Vyvanse is a brand of amphetamine that doctors may prescribe for ADHD or binge eating disorder (BED). Some research links amphetamine use to hypersexuality, and both ADHD and BED may also affect sexual function. Learn more about the symptoms of hypersexuality and the effects of the drug here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2XgvTuP

Prosthetic limbs: An invention for amputees in the developing world

It's high-tech, it's cheap, and it's been designed for amputees in the developing world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NfEj0F

Africa's top shots: 21-27 June 2019

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RHwCPn

Quiz of the Week: Which Pink song induced childbirth?

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XzHGUo

Democratic debate: Heavyweights Biden and Sanders to duel

Ten hopefuls will be on stage, but all eyes will be on two heavyweights battling for the party's soul. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Jo96Ub

'I rented a mouldy flat from the deputy mayor'

When Jennifer Mbon's flat grew a layer of black mould she discovered her landlord was one of Marseille's top politicians. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/320hgdB

Democrats clash on healthcare in feisty first U.S. presidential debate

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Democratic presidential contenders battled over healthcare coverage during a surprisingly heated first debate on Wednesday, laying bare the party's divisions on whether to abolish private insurance and shift to a Medicare-for-All system. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2XBY3Qb

Trump on Democratic debate: 'BORING'

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President Donald Trump dismissed the first Democratic debate as "BORING" on Wednesday night, predicting that the 10 rivals on stage seeking to toss him from office in the 2020 election would do poorly. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2X46GPd

Medical News Today: What to know about nipple reconstruction surgery

After a mastectomy, people can choose to have breast or nipple reconstruction surgery. This article looks at the types, risks, and costs associated with nipple reconstruction surgery. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2NgMQkc

Medical News Today: What to know about modified radical mastectomy

A modified radical mastectomy is a less intensive surgery to treat breast cancer than a radical mastectomy. Here, we give an overview, including what the operation is, what to expect, and recovery. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2RCTUWO

Australian student arrested in North Korea, reports say

Media reports have identified him as Alek Sigley, a 29-year-old masters student living in Pyongyang. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NaHpTB

Libya crisis: UN-backed government 'retakes' key town of Gharyan

Gharyan was a main supply base for an offensive on Tripoli by insurgents loyal to Khalifa Haftar. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YhnKmb

Appeals over Russia holiday camp deaths

Three years ago, tragedy struck for a group of children out on boats at Lake Syamozero in Russia's Karelia region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZQ67Ku

Give children 'less sugar and more veg in baby food'

There should be mandatory limits on sugar and parents should offer more bitter vegetables when weaning, a report says. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2Jdo8vx

Give children 'less sugar and more veg in baby food'

There should be mandatory limits on sugar and parents should offer more bitter vegetables when weaning, a report says. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2Jdo8vx

Understanding what makes captive gorilla hearts tick

We've known for some time that heart disease is prevalent in captive gorilla populations and is a leading cause of death. This is why, in 2010, the Great Ape Heart Project based at Zoo Atlanta (https://ift.tt/2NePTJC) was formed. The project provides a network of clinical, pathologic and research strategies to aid in the understanding and treating of cardiac disease in all the ape species. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Lm6BUF

The first AI universe sim is fast and accurate and its creators don't know how it works

For the first time, astrophysicists have used artificial intelligence techniques to generate complex 3D simulations of the universe. The results are so fast, accurate and robust that even the creators aren't sure how it all works. The Deep Density Displacement Model can accurately simulate how the cosmos would look if certain parameters were tweaked -- such as the dark matter composition of the universe -- even though the model never received training data where those parameters varied. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XxJVYm

Newly defined cancer driver is fast, furious and loud

A new study finds that the gene FOXA1 overrides normal biology in three different ways to drive prostate cancer. They refer to the three classes as FAST, FURIOUS, and LOUD to reflect their unique features. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2KF3sjm

Medical News Today: Potential causes of cold fingers

Possible causes of cold fingers include anemia, medication side effects, and psychological conditions, such as stress. Treating the underlying cause can often resolve this symptom. Learn more here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2X6B8YQ

Corals can survive in acidified ocean conditions, but have lower density skeletons

Coral reefs face many challenges to their survival, including the global acidification of seawater as a result of rising carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere. A new study shows that at least three Caribbean coral species can survive and grow under conditions of ocean acidification more severe than those expected to occur during this century, although the density of their skeletons was lower than normal. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2X6V0jD

Honeybees infect wild bumblebees through shared flowers

Viruses in managed honeybees are spilling over to wild bumblebee populations though the shared use of flowers, a first-of-its-kind study reveals. This research suggests commercial apiaries may need to be kept away from areas where there are vulnerable native pollinator species, like the endangered rusty patched bumblebee. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2J7fW02

Scientists developing way to help premature babies breathe easier

Researchers suggest a possible cell-based therapy to stimulate lung development in fragile premature infants who suffer from a rare condition called Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD), which in the most severe cases can lead to lifelong breathing problems and even death. Scientists studied genetic signatures in donated human neonatal lungs by using single-cell RNA sequencing analysis and mouse models of BPD. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/31XLu15

Rio Grande drowning: 'I knew it was the last time I would see my son'

The mother of a man who drowned trying to cross into the US recalls the moment he set out on the journey. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2IQsMRd

'Every suggestion' HPV vaccine will cut cervical cancers

There is "every suggestion" HPV vaccination will lead to a fall in cervical cancers, say scientists . from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2Yfv6qr

'Every suggestion' HPV vaccine will cut cervical cancers

There is "every suggestion" HPV vaccination will lead to a fall in cervical cancers, say scientists . from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2Yfv6qr

Russia says Georgia isn't safe. Russians in Georgia say otherwise

Russian citizens in Georgia say otherwise. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FxgT0A

Europe heatwave: Why are temperatures on the continent soaring?

As the continent bakes in sweltering temperatures, experts explain what's happening - and why now. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31Vzf4R

The tropical islands that fell into ruin

A picture of decline mars Australia's Great Barrier Reef, where a number of island resorts lie derelict. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Lk5u89

Why Morocco could be next for revolution, after Sudan and Algeria

Half of Moroccans asked by a major BBC Arabic survey say they want immediate political change. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2FAv1WK

Over 100 migrant children returned to 'horrific' border station

The Texas facility reportedly made changes to alleviate its overcrowding in order to house the children. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2ZPdIJd

Kim Kardashian West's Kimono underwear meets Japanese backlash

The shapewear range is touted as inclusive, but Japanese people say the name disrespects tradition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZO7w4w

Helping physics teachers who don't know physics

A shortage of high school physics teachers has led to teachers with little-to-no training taking over physics classrooms, reports show. This has led to additional stress and job dissatisfaction for those teachers -- and a difficult learning experience for their students. But new research indicates that focused physics professional development for teachers -- even those who have no prior physics training -- can lead to better experiences for both students and teachers, and can improve students' understanding of physics concepts. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2ZJBLJN

Milk: Best drink to reduce burn from chili peppers

People who order their Buffalo wings especially spicy and sometimes find them to be too 'hot,' should choose milk to reduce the burn, according to researchers, who also suggest it does not matter if it is whole or skim. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2FKFGi3

Machine learning reveals how strongly interacting electrons behave at atomic level

A team of scientists collaborating across theoretical and experimental physics and computer science, have developed and trained a new Machine Learning (ML) technique, to finally understand how electrons behave in important quantum materials. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2KEl5A2

A new 'golden' age for electronics?

Scientists have created materials that shrink uniformly in all directions when heated under normal everyday conditions, using a cheap and industrially scalable process. This potentially opens up a new paradigm of thermal-expansion control that will make electronic devices more resilient to temperature changes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2ZMQ8Nq

Video games offer clues to help curb animal disease outbreaks

As Asia and Europe battle African swine fever outbreaks, new research shows how farmers' risk attitudes affect the spread of infectious animal diseases and offers a first-of-its kind model for testing disease control and prevention strategies. Getting just 10% of risk tolerant farmers to adopt biosecurity measures resulted in a significant reduction of disease, but keeping the disease under control required at least 40% of risk-takers to change their behaviors. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2KKtqSP

Algorithm designed to map universe, solve mysteries

Researchers have developed an algorithm designed to visualize models of the universe in order to solve some of physics' greatest mysteries. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2LilnMu

Research reveals exotic quantum states in double-layer graphene

Researchers have demonstrated previously unknown states of matter that arise in double-layer stacks of graphene, a two-dimensional nanomaterial. These new states, known as the fractional quantum Hall effect, arise from the complex interactions of electrons both within and across graphene layers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2IK4rfW

Conservation efforts for giant South American river turtles have protected 147,000 females

By analyzing records in countries of the Amazon and Orinoco basins -- which include Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, Bolivia, Peru and Ecuador -- researchers categorized 85 past and present initiatives or projects that work to preserve the South American River Turtle, or charapa (Podocnemis expansa), a critically endangered species. These projects are protecting more than 147,000 female turtles across the basin, an unprecedented figure. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2JknRY7

How dung beetles know where to roll their dung balls

When the South African dung beetle rolls its dung ball through the savannah, it must know the way as precisely as possible. Scientists have now discovered that it does not orient itself solely on the position of the sun. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Li8HoH

Women exposed to common antibacterial chemical more likely to break a bone

Women exposed to triclosan are more likely to develop osteoporosis, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2ILrpDC

Puppy love: Choosing the perfect pooch poses challenges similar to dating

A psychologists who study relationship choice have found that when it comes to picking a canine companion, what people say they want in a dog isn't always in line with what they choose. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2J5y22j

National trash: Reducing waste produced in US national parks

When you think of national parks, you might picture the vast plateaus of the Grand Canyon, the intricate wetlands of the Everglades, or the inspiring viewscapes of the Grand Tetons. You probably don't envision 100 million pounds of mashed water bottles, barbecue-smudged paper plates, and crumpled coffee cups -- but that is the staggering quantity of garbage that is generated in our National Parks each year. And handling that amount of waste is becoming a huge problem. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2xfAzBG

Medical News Today: What to know about cyclosporine

Cyclosporine is a prescription drug that works to suppress the immune system. It can help treat rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. This article looks at its uses, dosage, side effects, and risks. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/2X7OnxA

Prostate cancer: New urine test hope

The test sorts early cancers according to risk, so many men might be spared over-treatment, researchers say. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2Xae54j

Prostate cancer: New urine test hope

The test sorts early cancers according to risk, so many men might be spared over-treatment, researchers say. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2Xae54j

UK has halved air pollution deaths since 1970 but must still do more

The share of premature deaths in the UK linked to air pollution has dropped significantly because of action on emissions – but there is still a long way to go from New Scientist - Health https://ift.tt/2YcWbdN

Lula: Brazil court rejects request to free ex-president pending appeal

Judges dismissed a request to free the ex-president and delayed a decision on his latest appeal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ILzMPq

FOX NEWS: San Francisco becomes 1st major US city to ban e-cigarettes

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San Francisco becomes 1st major US city to ban e-cigarettes San Francisco became the first major U.S. city Tuesday to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes that have not undergone the required Food and Drug Administration (FDA) review.

Westerners 'fuelling Philippine child sex video rise'

Philippine children are being forced into online sex abuse videos by family, paid for by people in the West. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZVwajN

Medical News Today: What to know about shellfish allergies

Many people are allergic to shellfish. The symptoms can be mild or severe and may include wheezing, coughing, and confusion. Learn more about the symptoms of a shellfish allergy here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today https://ift.tt/31OU6XL

Beauty queen 'raped by Gambia's ex-President Jammeh'

Three women tell HRW how they were assaulted by the now exiled leader - allegations his party deny. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2KBDE7N

Medical News Today: What to know about a cut on the penis

The thin skin around the penis is prone to cuts and tears. Causes of a cut on the penis can include friction, scratching, and accidents. Symptoms of sexually transmitted infections can sometimes also resemble cuts. Learn more about the causes and treatment of a cut on the penis here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2ZKjvQs

Famed Mexican rescue dog Frida retires after nine years' duty

Frida is credited with saving the lives of 12 people and has worked across four different countries. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2KBSfQA

Chronic conditions -- not infectious diseases -- are top 5 causes of early death in China

Chronic diseases, such as stroke, ischemic heart disease, and lung cancer, now represent the leading causes of premature death in China, according to a new scientific study. The rise in non-communicable diseases reflects declines in maternal and child mortality over nearly three decades, largely the result of economic growth and increasing levels of education. In addition, China has instituted national programs targeting infectious diseases. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2FxxykF

Can deprescribing drugs linked to cognitive impairment actually reduce risk of dementia?

Scientists call for randomized deprescribing trials to address anticholinergic drug use as a potentially modifiable and reversible risk factor for dementia, a growing public health issue. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2LeFV8r

Large cohort study confirms small added obstetric risk from transfer of longer developed embryos

The transfer of embryos cultured for five or six days (instead of two or three) after fertilization in IVF and ICSI has become routine in many fertility clinics. Many (but not all) studies show that transferring these longer and better developed embryos - known as blastocysts - will increase the chance of pregnancy and live birth. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2IHTPhN

Chemists discover structure of glucagon fibrils

Study may be a step toward shelf-stable versions of the hormone, which is used to control diabetes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2ZJUvc4

New therapy targets gut bacteria to prevent and reverse food allergies

A new study identifies the species of bacteria in the human infant gut that protect against food allergies, finding changes associated with the development of food allergies and an altered immune response. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Fw4Ikz

Alzheimer's missing link ID'd, answering what tips brain's decline

Researchers have found that immune cells that typically protect neurons from damage may be the link between early and late brain changes in Alzheimer's disease. Breaking that link could lead to new approaches to delay or prevent the disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2ZMaGWh

Medical News Today: When do periods start again after an abortion?

Women often experience bleeding right after having an abortion, which may last for 1–2 weeks. However, their first period will usually occur several weeks later and may be lighter or heavier than usual, depending on the type of abortion. Most women's periods return to normal after two to three cycles. Learn more here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2RyhKTA

Pret allergy death: Parents 'delighted' by 'Natasha's law' plan

The new rules follow teenager Natasha Ednan-Laperouse suffering a fatal reaction to a sandwich in 2016. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2X6b7xR

Pret allergy death: Parents 'delighted' by 'Natasha's law' plan

The new rules follow teenager Natasha Ednan-Laperouse suffering a fatal reaction to a sandwich in 2016. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2X6b7xR

FOX NEWS: John's Crazy Socks co-founder becomes 1st person with Down syndrome to win major entrepreneurs' award

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John's Crazy Socks co-founder becomes 1st person with Down syndrome to win major entrepreneurs' award John Cronin, 23, co-founder and Chief Happiness Officer of John’s Crazy Socks just won an Entrepreneur Of The Year award and celebrated his huge achievement on “The Story.”

Medical News Today: How does the cervix change in early pregnancy?

The cervix has a different position and texture in early pregnancy. Cervical discharge also changes. In this article, we look at changes to the cervix during early pregnancy. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2ZHtgig

Tropical soil disturbance could be hidden source of CO2

Researchers working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo found a link between the churning of deep soils during deforestation and the release of carbon dioxide through streams and rivers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2ZDBJmG

Researchers create multi-junction solar cells from off-the-shelf components

In a proof-of-concept paper, researchers detail a new approach for creating multi-junction solar cells using off-the-shelf components, resulting in lower cost, high-efficiency solar cells for use in multiple applications. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Y9iO2E

Do you know the hygiene hot spots in your home?

Where and when you should be cleaning to avoid infections and illness in your family, according to experts. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2X36kIs

Do you know the hygiene hot spots in your home?

Where and when you should be cleaning to avoid infections and illness in your family, according to experts. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2X36kIs

Child obesity drive 'stalled by Brexit'

Slow progress is being made on junk food advertising restrictions and calories labelling, it is claimed. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2xajWHp

Child obesity drive 'stalled by Brexit'

Slow progress is being made on junk food advertising restrictions and calories labelling, it is claimed. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2xajWHp

Playing 'tag': Tracking movement of young oysters

A new publication investigates the use of a fluorescent dye to track movements of young oysters. The publication provides new knowledge on methods for tracking oysters in low salinity environments common to coastal waters, particularly in the northern Gulf of Mexico. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2Rwhy7r

Interim scan during prostate cancer therapy helps guide treatment

New prostate cancer research shows that adding an interim scan during therapy can help guide a patient's treatment. Prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) positron emission tomography (PET) imaging of patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer after two cycles of lutetium-177 (177Lu)-PSMA radioligand therapy has shown a significant predictive value for patient survival. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily http://bit.ly/2x9t52T

Medical News Today: What to know about a ruptured eardrum

Symptoms of a ruptured eardrum include ringing, hearing loss, and loss of balance. Causes include trauma to the ear and ear infection. A ruptured eardrum will often heal on its own. Learn more about ruptured eardrums here. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2RwWNZe

Trump's 'deal of the century' falls flat in West Bank

Palestinians in the occupied West Bank say Donald Trump's economic master plan does not help them. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2J5lA2H

Medical News Today: Vagus nerve stimulation may reduce the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

A new study suggests that electrostimulation of the vagus nerve may reduce the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and other chronic inflammatory conditions. from Featured Health News from Medical News Today http://bit.ly/2J1E7wN

Australia basks in 24 hours of women's sports glory

The nation woke up on Monday to an extraordinary succession of achievements, causing much local joy. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WZqF1A

Ethiopia Amhara 'coup ringleader on the run'

Flags are flying at half-mast as Prime Minister Abiy declares a day of mourning for killed officials. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2REXJeh

Rapper Nipsey Hussle honoured at BET Awards

The rapper was shot dead in March aged 33. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2KyGkmF

France 40C heatwave could break June records

It could feel like 47C in Paris this week as high humidity makes a hot June feel even hotter. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2N8XBoE

Medical cannabis group EMMAC forms research partnership with Hyris Ltd

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European medical cannabis company EMMAC announced on Monday a research partnership with UK biotechnology company Hyris Limited to develop a library of genetic profiles of existing cannabis varieties. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2YaQAEE

Medical cannabis group EMMAC forms research partnership with Hyris Ltd

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European medical cannabis company EMMAC announced on Monday a research partnership with UK biotechnology company Hyris Limited to develop a library of genetic profiles of existing cannabis varieties. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2YaQAEE

Saudi Arabia: My experience as a female driver, one year on

One year after women were allowed to drive in Saudi Arabia, Lulwa Shalhoub describes her experience. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Y6jBkN

Cambodia PM Hun Sen visits deadly building collapse site

Officials say the death toll has risen to 24, but families fear more bodies remain under the debris. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2IXSyly

The Red Zone: A place where butch lesbians live in fear

Three deaths and dozens of violent attacks have put butch lesbians in Chile's Fifth region on red alert. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Ft8ueF

Is peace between Israel and Palestinians out of reach?

More than 25 years on from breakthrough peace accords the two sides seem further apart than ever. But why? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2LjDxxp

Ransomware cyber attacks are targeting large companies and demanding huge payments.

A Norwegian aluminium producer is recovering after hackers took thousands of computers offline and demanded a ransom. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2FureKH

Dopey: ‘We needed somewhere to tell wild drug stories’

Listeners came for the wild anecdotes, but have stuck around to form an informal support network. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Ky0pJF

Chatty cockroach gets Greeks talking on Athens streets

How two female artists reignited debate on the streets of Greece by imitating an insect. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2N6JhNc

Five murders, six men and 16 years of stolen lives

How a miscarriage of justice destroyed six men and their families in India. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2L8XeHW

Ethiopia mosque ban: 'Our sacred city of Aksum must be protected'

Ethiopian Orthodox Christian leaders say they would rather die than see a mosque in their ancient city of Aksum. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2ICvQjN

What's happening in the news this week?

In which the gestation period of a white rhino is used to explain this week's news. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2KxGc6Y

'Sex and shopping' author Judith Krantz dies at 91

Her steamy bestselling novels feature young, beautiful heroines meeting rich, handsome men. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2IDeFPf

Rajasthan tent collapse kills 14 at religious event

Officials say some were electrocuted when storms caused a tent to collapse at a religious event. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2IVYco4

Israel Folau: Rugby star's fundraiser shut down over anti-gay views

Israel Folau had sought donations to fight his sacking by Rugby Australia over social media posts. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2x8pvWV

Mauritania opposition challenges ruling party victory

Four candidates have rejected the result and said they will use "all legal means" to challenge it. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2N98abb

Gambling addiction clinic first to target vulnerable young

The NHS is to open its first gambling addiction clinic for young people. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2Kzgi2M

Gambling addiction clinic first to target vulnerable young

The NHS is to open its first gambling addiction clinic for young people. from BBC News - Health https://bbc.in/2Kzgi2M

Watch wonder goal in Malaysian Cup

Herold Goulon's stunner capped Pahang's 3-1 victory over Perak in the first leg of the Malaysian FA Cup semifinal. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/31OLyjB

In border camps, Syrians rely on doctors in trucks and tents

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The Syrian war has inflicted all kinds of hardships on Najwa Abdelaziz but she still manages to make light of one of them. "The uprising ruined my teeth," she jokes while getting dental care for the first time in years in the back of a truck. from Reuters: Health News https://reut.rs/2xbjtVo