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Researchers can gather highly accurate information about social trends and groups by asking about a person's social circle rather than interrogating their own individual beliefs. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2UPfBIN

Bill Cosby's sex assault conviction overturned

The decision by Pennsylvania's Supreme Court paves the way for the former comedian's release. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dvSU2L

US embassy in Warsaw publishes video condemning LGBT hate

A video titled #WordsMatter highlights hateful messages left under posts about equality. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AgmiDR

Covid in Namibia: Mortuaries at capacity

President Hage Geingob says the country faces a "sombre moment" as coronavirus deaths rapidly rise. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Abullw

Bangladesh elephants rescued after fleeing into Bay of Bengal

The pair were separated from their herd in Myanmar and rescued by local authorities and fishermen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hnM68I

Rattlesnakes may like climate change

When it comes to climate change, not all organisms will lose out. A new study finds that rattlesnakes are likely to benefit from a warming climate. A combination of factors makes a warming climate beneficial to rattlesnakes that are found in almost every part of the continental United States but are especially common in the Southwest. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hkiitE

New beetle species found pristinely preserved in fossilized dropping of dinosaur ancestor

Fossilized feces are common finds at paleontological dig sites and might actually contain hidden treasures. By scanning fossilized dung assigned to a close dinosaur relative from the Triassic period, scientists discovered a 230-million-year-old beetle species, representing a new family of beetles, previously unknown to science. The beetles were preserved in a 3D state with their legs and antennae fully intact. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3juVZnO

During epic migrations, great snipes fly at surprising heights by day and lower by night

A stocky marsh bird with a 20-inch wingspan, great snipes are also speedy marathoners that can migrate from Sweden to Central Africa in just three days, without stopping to eat, drink, or sleep. Now, researchers find that snipes also rise nearly 2,500 meters in elevation at dawn and descend again at dusk each day, perhaps to avoid overheating from daytime solar radiation by climbing higher. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3yaLZUA

Eating disorder behaviors alter reward response in brain

A new study found that eating disorder behaviors alter the brain's reward response process and food intake control circuitry, which can reinforce the behaviors. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h4R37d

Investigational malaria vaccine gives strong, lasting protection

Two U.S. Phase 1 clinical trials of a novel candidate malaria vaccine have found that the regimen conferred unprecedentedly high levels of durable protection when volunteers were later exposed to disease-causing malaria parasites. The vaccine combines live parasites with either of two widely used antimalarial drugs -- an approach termed chemoprophylaxis vaccination. A Phase 2 clinical trial of the vaccine is now underway in Mali, a malaria-endemic country. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/360Gg7S

Cross-generational consequences of lead poisoning

Scientists have shown that environmental lead poisoning in children affects not only their own health and wellbeing, but the vitality and mental health of their mothers, as well. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AeowDM

Astronomers have identified a white dwarf so massive that it might collapse

Astronomers have identified an extremely magnetized and rapidly rotating ultra-massive white dwarf. Several telescopes characterized the dead star. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dqDflm

Thinking in 3D improves mathematical skills

Spatial reasoning ability in small children reflects how well they will perform in mathematics later. Researchers recently came to this conclusion, making the case for better cultivation of spatial reasoning. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Ucn70e

Technology only two atoms thick could enable storage of information in thinnest unit

The new technology, enabling the storage of information in the thinnest unit known to science, is expected to improve future electronic devices in terms of density, speed, and efficiency. The allowed quantum-mechanical electron tunneling through the atomically thin film may boost the information reading process much beyond current technologies. The technology involves laterally sliding one-atom-thick layers of boron and nitrogen one over the other -- a new way to switch electric polarization on/off. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3jI0awH

Wildfire changes songbird plumage and testosterone

Following habitat-destroying wildfires, researchers found many male red-backed fairywrens failed to molt into their ornamental plumage, making them less attractive to potential mates. They also had lowered circulating testosterone, which has been associated with their showy feathers. The birds' fat stores and stress hormone corticosterone remained at normal levels. While the findings are specific to this songbird, they may have implications for other species that don special coloration for mating. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xbSC9k

Tour de France spectator arrested over sign crash

The woman's sign brought down dozens of cyclists during the first stage of the race on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xbfeXe

Prevalence of COVID-19 among hospitalized infants varies with levels of community transmission

How common COVID-19 is among infants may depend on the degree of the pandemic virus circulating in a community. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3x3xTUW

HMS Defender: Russia's Putin accuses UK and US of military provocation

Russia's president says last week's naval incident off Crimea was co-ordinated to assess Moscow's response. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y8gydM

Paris threatens e-scooter ban after woman's death

Electric scooter providers in the French capital could lose licences if safety issues are not tackled. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jpuXOx

Canada weather: Canadians enduring 'unbearable' heatwave

Dozens of people have died in Canada as temperatures reach a record-breaking 49.6C (121F). from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Tl883S

Yemeni model facing unfair trial by rebel authorities - rights group

Intisar al-Hammadi, who denies the charge, was detained by the rebel Houthi movement in February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xcvBTy

Covid-19: Huge crowds seek vaccine as Indonesia cases soar

Thousands of people surround an Indonesian vaccine centre as the country faces a severe outbreak. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AdVfta

Recovered Picasso painting slips on to the floor

The Picasso artwork Head of a Woman was being shown off during a news conference when this happened. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w1dw9C

COVID-19's socio-economic fallout threatens global coffee industry, study finds

COVID-19's socio-economic effects will likely cause another severe production crisis in the coffee industry, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2UGFkTG

Evidence against physically punishing kids is clear, researchers say

A conclusive narrative review has found physical punishment of children is not effective in preventing child behavior problems or promoting positive outcomes and instead predicts increases in behavior problems and other poor outcomes over time. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3y6BZM4

How humans brought change to a tropical paradise

After centuries of human impact on the world's ecosystems, a new study details an example of how a common native bee species has flourished since the very first land clearances by humans on Fiji. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3y4gMlZ

Astrophysicists detect first black hole-neutron star mergers

A long time ago, in two galaxies about 900 million light-years away, two black holes each gobbled up their neutron star companions, triggering gravitational waves that finally hit Earth in January 2020. Astrophysicists' observation of the two events -- detected just 10 days apart -- mark the first-ever detection of a black hole merging with a neutron star. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Sz0FOe

Call to increase genetic diversity in immunogenomics

Historically, most large-scale immunogenomic studies - those exploring the association between genes and disease - were conducted with a bias toward individuals of European ancestry. Researchers are now calling to actively diversify the genetic resources immunogenomics researchers use in their work to advance genomic medicine more equitably. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3y62MIt

In a dish, a mouse, crafted from stem cells, begins to form

New advances in stem cell research will help scientists battle diseases, develop drugs and, eventually, grow organs for transplant. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3y5egMh

New insight into photosynthesis could help grow more resilient plants

A research team has created a computer model to understand how plants make adjustments to store energy made through photosynthesis. Understanding these adjustments could help develop new plants that can withstand rising temperatures from climate change. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qzREB8

Pulling wisdom teeth can improve long-term taste function, research finds

Patients who had their wisdom teeth extracted had improved tasting abilities decades after having the surgery, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qCCgUK

Kim Kardashian's Skims to design Team USA underwear

The reality TV star says her shapewear company will supply the female members of the US Olympic team. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y6wME0

Black Widow: Japanese serial killer loses death sentence appeal

Chisako Kakehi was found guilty of murdering three romantic partners in Japan for insurance payouts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vZ5P3K

China pressure 'undermining Australian universities', report says

Human Rights Watch says China pressure is undermining academic freedom at Australian universities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AcHT00

Most Indians oppose interfaith marriage, survey shows

A study said members of India's major religious communities often don't feel they have much in common. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35XCiwK

Miami building collapse: What could have caused it?

The search for survivors continues but experts must now piece together what caused a Miami apartment block to collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y1rxph

Colombian anti-government protesters topple Columbus statue

The statue of the explorer is the latest to be pulled off its pedestal during anti-government protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jpCTiB

French lesbians and single women to get IVF rights

After years of heated debate France is to extend fertility treatment to lesbians and single women. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UP95lr

Rare black hole and neutron star collisions sighted twice in 10 days

Separate collisions of a neutron star and a black hole are detected in a short space of time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/360TiSU

RAMBO speeds searches on huge DNA databases

Computer scientists are sending RAMBO to rescue genomic researchers who sometimes wait days or weeks for search results from enormous DNA databases. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dq9hOr

Endovascular therapy best for superior vena cava syndrome, review finds

In recent decades minimally invasive endovascular stenting, in which a tubular support is placed inside the collapsed or obstructed vessel, has become the preferred option of care for superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS). Whether it is the best option has been unclear, but now, a new analysis shows that endovascular therapy currently is the safest and most effective treatment for SVCS. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h3GeSV

Jamie Lynn Spears: I'm so proud of Britney for using her voice

Britney Spears' younger sister backs the singer after her powerful appearance in court last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UFSEYs

Lebanon banks close in solidarity after assault on staff

Dozens of men stormed Lebanese Swiss Bank's HQ on Monday, trying to access closed accounts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dq3E2L

Vicky Hernández: Court says Honduras to blame for trans woman's murder

In a landmark court decision, Honduras is ordered to make changes to protect its LGBT community. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AcbC9m

Elvis Costello defends Olivia Rodrigo over Brutal plagiarism claim

"It’s how rock and roll works," says Costello, after the pop star is accused of copying his music. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35YNDN5

Canada Heatwave: Bears take a dip in record breaking temperatures

Three mischievous bears have a pool day as Canada reaches record breaking temperatures in British Columbia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vYMO1v

Saturated fatty acid levels increase when making memories

Saturated fatty acid levels unexpectedly rise in the brain during memory formation, according to new research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3A5p8f5

Data from boreholes in plate boundaries could explain slow earthquakes

Slow earthquakes are long-period earthquakes that are not so dangerous alone, but are able to trigger more destructive earthquakes. Their origins lie in tectonic plate boundaries where one plate subsides below another. Though the causal mechanism is already known, there has been a lack of data to accurately model the life cycle of slow earthquakes. For the first time, researchers use deep-sea boreholes to gauge pressures far below the seafloor. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dmnewR

Advanced care: Smart wound dressings with built-in healing sensors

New type of multifunctional wound dressings feature glowing nanosensors to track and monitor for infection. Harnessing the antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory power of magnesium hydroxide, the smart dressings can also fight bacteria and reduce inflammation to help promote healing. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3y0vwlV

A way to surmount supercooling

Researchers study the use of nanoparticles to induce crystallization of supercooled aqueous solutions to clathrate hydrates. On the basis of scanning electron microscopy images, they discovered that silver nanoparticles are much more effective compared with palladium or gold. This research may open the way for new latent heat energy storage materials via enhanced supercooling control. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qykUIv

An atlas of the bumblebee brain

A three-dimensional atlas of the bumblebee brain is now available. It will allow to even better research how nerve cells are interconnected and how they process information. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gZylxN

New face mask prototype can detect COVID-19 infection

Engineers have designed a prototype face mask that can diagnose the person wearing the mask with Covid-19 within about 90 minutes. The technology can also be used to design wearable sensors for a variety of other pathogens or toxic chemicals. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xYSwSg

Paleonursery offers rare, detailed glimpse at life 518 million years ago

All life on Earth 500 million years ago lived in the oceans, but scientists know little about how these animals and algae developed. A newly discovered fossil deposit near Kunming, China, may hold the keys to understanding how these organisms laid the foundations for life on land and at sea today, according to an international team of researchers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3A6Gw31

Don't worry, birds won't become dependent on you feeding them, study suggests

Researchers have some good news for the well-meaning masses who place bird feeders in their yards: The small songbirds who visit the feeders seem unlikely to develop an unhealthy reliance on them. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35U15ls

Males help keep populations genetically healthy

A few males are enough to fertilize all the females. The number of males therefore has little bearing on a population's growth. However, they are important for purging bad mutations from the population. This is shown by a new study providing in-depth knowledge of the possible long-term genetic consequences of sexual selection. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3x1ThKo

Edible Cholera vaccine made of powdered rice proves safe in phase 1 human trials, study suggests

Vaccine manufacturing made enormous strides in 2020, but the complexity of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines has highlighted the value of inoculations that can be made cheaply and transported and stored without refrigeration. A new needle-free cholera vaccine has been made by grinding up genetically modified grains of rice and can be stored long-term at room temperature. This innovation has shown no obvious side effects and a good immune response in its Phase 1 clinical trial. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2SDgeEM

Miami building collapse: Rescuers search air pockets

More than 150 people remain missing, five days after the Florida apartment block collapsed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3A6oq0V

Lázaro Barbosa: Brazil murder suspect dies in police shootout

After a 20-day manhunt, Lázaro Barbosa, who is suspected of killing a family of four, is shot dead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h3w1pu

The discovery of a new type of supernova illuminates a medieval mystery

Scientists have discovered the first convincing evidence for a new type of stellar explosion -- an electron-capture supernova. While they have been theorized for 40 years, real-world examples have been elusive. They are thought to arise from the explosions of massive super-asymptotic giant branch (SAGB) stars, for which there has also been scant evidence. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wXoka5

Test distinguishes SARS-CoV-2 from other coronaviruses with 100-percent accuracy

Researchers have demonstrated a tablet-sized device that can reliably detect multiple COVID-19 antibodies and biomarkers simultaneously. Initial results show the test can distinguish between antibodies produced in response to SARS-CoV-2 and four other coronaviruses with 100-percent accuracy. The researchers are now working to see if the easy-to-use, energy-independent, point-of-care device can be used to predict the severity of a COVID-19 infection or a person's immunity against variants of the virus. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h2P8jS

Mixing Covid vaccines gives good protection, study suggests

Any combination of Pfizer or AstraZeneca for first and second doses works, a study suggests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gYmhNt

North Korea: Citizens ‘worried’ by Kim Jong-un weight loss

State media air unprecedented footage of one citizen expressing concern for the leader's weight loss. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dmbASO

Fortune found in trinket left on pavement in southern France

A man in south-western France discovers €85,000 (£73,000) in cash inside an elephant-shaped trinket. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jlREDb

Sri Lanka v England: Kusal Mendis, Danushka Gunathilaka and Niroshan Dickwella sent home from tour

Three Sri Lanka players are sent home from their tour of England for breaching bio-secure protocols. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h2xQDr

France elections: Tough lessons for presidential rivals

Fragmented politics and voter apathy: France's regional elections are troubling for party leaders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gX7ann

Australia lockdown: Nude sunbathers fined for breaching Sydney Covid rules

They were fined for breaking rules banning those in greater Sydney from travelling outside the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SyPFk0

India Covid: Covishield not eligible for EU travel pass

The EU-wide travel pass, known as a digital Covid certificate, allows tourists into member states. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gZinUo

BET Awards: Black women in music, film and sports celebrated

Queen Latifah won a lifetime achievement award at the BET (Black Entertainment Television) ceremony in LA. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zZ8dL0

Canada weather: Heatwave hits record 46.6C as US north-west also frazzles

Lytton in British Columbia breaks an 84-year-old record, as the US Pacific north-west also sizzles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qzheq2

Hong Kong pro-democracy media buckles under China pressure

A journalist's arrest and changes at a pro-democracy website show 'chilling' impact on media freedom. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hgGbCp

Cardi B reveals pregnancy at BET Awards

The star announced she was expecting her second child as she picked up two awards for rap anthem WAP. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UztBWX

US airstrikes in Iraq and Syria target Iran-backed militia

Strikes against an Iran-backed militia came in response to drone attacks on US forces, the US says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qwJWYv

'Black rainstorm' warning suspends Hong Kong trading

It is the city's first 'black rainstorm' warning of 2021 with more than 70mm of rain forecast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w2UL5H

Outbreaks emerge across Australia in 'new phase' of pandemic

For the first time in a year, Australia is battling outbreaks in different parts of the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xXtHWJ

Wuhan lab-leak theory fuels Trump comeback rally

Supporters say the former president was "dead on", as the theory about the origins of Covid gains respectability. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gWQZ9A

Climate change: Why action still ignites debate in Australia

Climate change has ended political careers in Australia and action over it remains widely debated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dkhB1Y

Jack Dorsey: Unpicking Twitter boss's passion for Nigeria

The social media platform is banned but Jack Dorsey remains a hugely popular figure in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xZ81tv

Elephants solve problems with personality

This study makes connections between two sources of individual variation, personality and cognition, in threatened species. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2T4W2fi

Papua's sacred forest for women only

For generations women have gathered clams and shared stories in a forest that is now threatened by pollution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3A4Gl8o

Palestinian protests: Crowds clash with police after death of activist

Protests took place in Ramallah after the death of an activist and critic of the Palestinian Authority. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UbiFyQ

Backscatter breakthrough runs near-zero-power IoT communicators at 5G speeds everywhere

Researchers have found a low-cost way for backscatter radios to support high-throughput communication and 5G-speed Gb/sec data transfer using only a single transistor when previously it required expensive and multiple stacked transistors. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h43Q8I

France elections: Far-right National Rally loses key battleground states - poll

Marine Le Pen's National Rally had hoped to win a regional powerbase ahead of next year's election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jnXEeD

Florida building collapse: More than 150 missing, nine dead

Days into the search for survivors in Florida, 150 people remain missing, with nine confirmed dead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qspXtO

Tour de France: Police seek spectator after crash

A spectator holding a sign causes a multi-rider pile-up during the first stage of the race. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Tb2wsW

Somalia's Puntland region executes 21 al-Shabab fighters

It may be the highest number of members of the group sentenced to death in the semi-autonomous state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xWvM5f

Pet lion confiscated in Cambodia after TikTok videos

The 18-month-old animal, weighing 70kg, is discovered at a villa in the capital Phnom Penh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2U46pjp

US heatwave: Pacific Northwest sees record temperatures

The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings for Washington, Oregon, California and Idaho. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hb9NRt

Sudan agrees to hand over Darfur war crimes accused

The decision to surrender ex-officials to The Hague comes after a visit from the ICC's top prosecutor. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dfhu80

Johnson & Johnson to pay $230m to settle opioid claim

Drugs firm to pay to settle claims it fuelled opioid painkiller addiction crisis in New York State. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xUN3fe

Bigger may not always be better: Density governs receptor activation on immune cells

Scientists have gained novel insights into how an important class of immune receptors called tumor necrosis factor receptors (TNFR) are activated. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dhjdcU

Using radio signals to image hidden and speeding objects

Researchers have developed a method for using radio signals to create real-time images and videos of hidden and moving objects, which could help firefighters find escape routes or victims inside buildings filled with fire and smoke. The technique could also help track hypersonic objects such as missiles and space debris. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3A0VFTt

Can a calculator predict your risk of dementia?

Researchers have built and validated an online calculator that empowers individuals 55 and over to better understand the health of their brain and how they can reduce their risk of being diagnosed with dementia in the next five years. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h3CgbQ

AI used to predict unknown links between viruses and mammals

A new study could help scientists mitigate the future spread of zoonotic and livestock diseases caused by existing viruses. Researchers have used a form or artificial intelligence (AI) called machine-learning to predict more than 20,000 unknown associations between known viruses and susceptible mammalian species. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3A1tW5e

Small-scale engineering could bring big progress in medical care

Researchers are using bioengineering to trigger and control cell differentiation and transition is expand possibilities for diagnostics, vaccine development and therapeutic treatments. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35UE55W

Scientists develop CRISPR/Cas9-based gene drive in plants

Researchers have created a CRISPR-Cas9-based gene drive designed for plants. The new technology, which allows scientists to cut and copy key genetic elements, helps scientists breed plants that defend against crop diseases and withstand the impacts of climate change. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qzEMuL

Early findings of Alzheimer's study in diverse populations now available to researchers

A growing trove of data to help scientists understand the biology of Alzheimer's disease among diverse populations within the context of sociocultural, behavioral and environmental factors is now available. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2U2A0tx

Artificial intelligence breakthrough gives longer advance warning of ozone issues

Ozone levels in the earth's troposphere (the lowest level of our atmosphere) can now be forecasted with accuracy up to two weeks in advance, a remarkable improvement over current systems that can accurately predict ozone levels only three days ahead. The new artificial intelligence system could lead to improved ways to control high ozone problems and even contribute to solutions for climate change issues. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3jgO25x

Recycling next-generation solar panels fosters green planet

Designing a recycling strategy for a new, forthcoming generation of photovoltaic solar cells - made from metal halide perovskites, a family of crystalline materials with structures like the natural mineral calcium titanate - will add a stronger dose of environmental friendliness to a green industry, according to new research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wYEFuZ

Quantum dots keep atoms spaced to boost catalysis

Engineers use graphene quantum dots to trap transition metals for high atom loading in single atom catalysis. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35TPeUl

Optical superoscillation without side waves

A sharp-edged aperture is a promising solution for eliminating side lobes from superoscillatory waves. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3haB1Ym

Muscling up with nanoparticle-based anti-inflammatory therapy

Researchers have developed a new approach in which specifically designed anti-inflammatory nanoparticles (NPs) that could be applied locally and selectively to chronically inflamed muscles severely affected or at more immediate risk of deterioration, and maybe difficult to reach with oral therapeutics. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35TMuq5

LAX: Man jumps from plane after trying to access cockpit

The man, who fled via the emergency slide, was detained on the taxiway at Los Angeles Airport. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y9KNB9

'We got justice, but not enough justice'

People in Minneapolis reacted to the sentencing of Derek Chauvin on Friday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qoCpLi

Herbivore gut fungi found to produce unique building blocks of antibiotics

Chemical engineers have been researching the anaerobic fungi found in the guts of herbivores, which make it possible for those animals to fuel themselves with sugars and starches extracted from fibrous plants. Recent work has centered on how these powerful fungi might be used to extract value-added products from the nonedible parts of plants -- roots, stems and leaves -- that are generally considered waste products. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gXLE1L

Genetic discovery could help guide treatment for aggressive childhood cancer

A new study could lead to improved decision making in assigning treatments for children with the aggressive cancer rhabdomyosarcoma after revealing key genetic changes underlying development of the disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h6ogOt

Alaska infrastructure at risk of earlier failure

Roads, bridges, pipelines and other types of infrastructure in Alaska and elsewhere in the Arctic will deteriorate faster than expected due to a failure by planners to account for the structures' impact on adjacent permafrost, according to new research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gXwDNF

How immune cells can be trained to fight infections

The body's immune cells fight off microbes and other invaders, and can also be reprogrammed or 'trained' to respond even more aggressively to such threats, report scientists who have discovered the fundamental rule underlying this process in a particular class of cells. Their findings could help pave the way for targeted strategies to enhance the immune system. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3Ac0CZQ

Light-harvesting nanoparticle catalysts show promise in quest for renewable carbon-based fuels

Researchers report that small quantities of useful molecules such as hydrocarbons are produced when carbon dioxide and water react in the presence of light and a silver nanoparticle catalyst. Their validation study - made possible through the use of a high-resolution analytical technique - could pave the way for CO2-reduction technologies that allow industrial-scale production of renewable carbon-based fuels. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h5tuu4

Gastrulation research reveals novel details about embryonic development

Scientists revise the current textbook knowledge about gastrulation, the formation of the basic body plan during embryonic development. Their study in mice has implications for cell replacement strategies and cancer research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dhdbsM

Vegetation growth in Northern Hemisphere stunted by water constraints in warming climate

A new study of vegetation growth in the Northern Hemisphere over the past 30 years has found that vegetation is becoming increasingly water-limited as global temperatures increase, which has the potential to reduce plants' ability to absorb atmospheric CO2, increasing greenhouse gasses. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3jgdwjj

Florida building collapse: Report from 2018 warned of 'major damage'

A 2018 survey flagged "major structural damage" to the complex which collapsed on Thursday near Miami. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35V7TPO

ICYMI: Spider-Man meets the Pope

A nuisance bear, overheated otters and a special guest for the Pope, some of the stories you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xVQeU1

'Dragon man' fossil may replace Neanderthals as our closest relative

A near-perfectly preserved ancient human fossil known as the Harbin cranium sits in the Geoscience Museum in Hebei GEO University. The largest of Homo skulls, scientists now say this skull represents a newly discovered human species named Homo longi or 'Dragon Man.' Their findings suggest that the Homo longi lineage may be our closest relatives -- and may reshape our understanding of human evolution. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2UF1YMn

'Fool's gold' not so foolish after all

New research has found tiny amounts of gold can be trapped inside pyrite, commonly known as 'fool's gold,' which would make it much more valuable than its name suggests. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3jaQR89

Mosquito love songs send mixed message about immunity

A new study of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes investigates how a mating cue called 'harmonic convergence' might affect immunity against parasites, bacteria and dengue virus in offspring, which has important implications for trade-offs male mosquitoes make between investing energy towards immunity or investing it on traits that impact mating and fitness. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2T6CXcr

Cosmic dawn occurred 250 to 350 million years after Big Bang

A new study suggests that the NASA James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), scheduled to launch in November, will be sensitive enough to observe the birth of galaxies directly. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zVIMdk

Scientists hail stunning 'Dragon Man' discovery

Chinese researchers unveil an ancient skull that could belong to a completely new species of human. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h3zwvb

Throwing an 'axion bomb' into a black hole challenges fundamental law of physics

New research shows how the fundamental law of conservation of charge could break down near a black hole. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h6t5Yb

Decoding humans' survival from coronaviruses

Researchers analyzed the genomes of more than 2,500 modern humans from 26 worldwide populations, to better understand how humans have adapted to historical coronavirus outbreaks. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hm683x

Enlisting the newly discovered L-IST RNA in the fight against type 2 diabetes

Across the world, type 2 diabetes is on the rise. A research group has discovered a new gene that may hold the key to preventing and treating lifestyle related diseases such as type 2 diabetes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35PWgJV

US Justice Department sues Georgia over election laws

Democrats have likened the new voting restrictions to racist policies of the US 20th century. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vQIPE4

Katty Kay: How 100 days turned into five years of fun

Katty Kay leaves the BBC after nearly three decades of service, including five years on Beyond 100 Days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jaNduU

A detailed atlas of the developing brain

Researchers have created a first detailed atlas of a critical region of the developing mouse brain, applying multiple advanced genomic technologies to the part of the cerebral cortex that is responsible for processing sensation. By measuring how gene activity and regulation change over time, researchers have a better understanding of how the cortex is built and a new tool to explore how it is affected in neurodevelopmental disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3h9fdMI

Quantum simulation: Measurement of entanglement made easier

Researchers have developed a method to make previously hardly accessible properties in quantum systems measurable. The new method for determining the quantum state in quantum simulators reduces the number of necessary measurements and makes work with quantum simulators much more efficient. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qCZ077

Valérie Bacot: French woman who killed abuser husband should go free, says prosecutor

Valérie Bacot should be shown clemency and allowed to leave jail, a French court is told. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gUOO6v

Euro 2020: Uefa launches second investigation into Hungary fans

Uefa is investigating "potentially discriminatory incidents" in Germany's 2-2 draw with Hungary at Euro 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wWIpNP

Ringo Starr drops trademark fight over Ring O sex toys

The Beatles drummer had challenged the trademark, saying it's too similar to his name. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35RYaJS

Is Windows 11 the beginning of the end for Skype?

Windows 11 will not have Skype installed by default - favouring Microsoft Teams instead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xStjZL

Miami building collapse: Fearful relatives hunt news of missing

Details emerge of the scores unaccounted for in the Florida building collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SqgW86

Virus that causes COVID-19 can find alternate route to infect cells

The virus that causes COVID-19 normally gets inside cells by attaching to a protein called ACE2. Researchers have found that a single mutation confers the ability to enter cells through another route, which may threaten the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics designed to block the standard route of entry. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3jb2kEA

France's young voters turned off by key regional election

Abstention rates were very high in the first round, so what will happen in Sunday's run-offs? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h8dDe0

Miami building collapse: Firefighters search rubble

Firefighters are scouring what was once the basement for any survivors of the Surfside apartment tower collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T8whuh

Coronavirus: Israel reimposes masks amid new virus fears

It comes just days after the last restriction was lifted, as concerns grow over a spate of cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dcseUM

Amazon and Google probed over efforts to stop fake reviews

UK competition watchdog begins formal probe into whether the internet giants have broken consumer law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jbvNOI

Britney Spears wants her conservatorship to end: What happens next?

As lawyers analyse the latest developments, the singer apologises for keeping fans in the dark. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T89vmh

No lab required: New technology can diagnose infections in minutes

Engineering, biochemistry and medical researchers at McMaster University have combined their skills to create a hand-held rapid test for bacterial infections that can produce accurate, reliable results in less than an hour, eliminating the need to send samples to a lab. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zVtsgL

Antarctic Circumpolar Current flows more rapidly in warm phases

Our planet's strongest ocean current, which circulates around Antarctica, plays a major role in determining the transport of heat, salt and nutrients in the ocean. An international research team led by the Alfred Wegener Institute has now evaluated sediment samples from the Drake Passage. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35Q4G3O

New knowledge of Earth's mantle helps to explain Indonesia's explosive volcanoes

Indonesia's volcanoes are among the world's most dangerous. Why? Through chemical analyses of tiny minerals in lava from Bali and Java, researchers have found new clues. They now understand better how the Earth's mantle is composed in that particular region and how the magma changes before an eruption. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vVgWe7

Timely treatment with COVID-19 monoclonal antibodies can reduce hospitalizations, pandemic's stress on health care systems

Monoclonal antibodies work well in reducing COVID-19 related emergency department visits and hospitalizations when administered early to high-risk patients, a study demonstrates. If used under FDA guidelines, the researchers suggest, this treatment can ease the pandemic's continuing burden on patients and on limited health care resources. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2SVmzeY

New protein engineering method could accelerate the discovery of COVID-19 therapeutics

Researchers have found a simple method for identifying nanobodies with drug-like properties suitable for preventing SARS-CoV-2 infections. They demonstrated the approach by generating nanobodies that neutralized the SARS-CoV-2 virus more potently than an antibody isolated from an infected patient and a nanobody isolated from an immunized animal. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wY1Shc

Newly sequenced genome of extinct giant lemur sheds light on animal's biology

Using an unusually well-preserved subfossil jawbone, a team of researchers has sequenced for the first time the nuclear genome of the koala lemur (Megaladapis edwardsi), one of the largest of the 17 or so giant lemur species that went extinct on the island of Madagascar between about 500 and 2,000 years ago. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zONXMd

The fifth quartet: Excited neon discovery could reveal star qualities

Researchers show that an excited state previously predicted to exist in neon-20 is real by using particle scattering experiments. By merging into five groups of four, the protons and neutrons in neon-20 can exist in a special condensed state. This work may help scientists understand low-density nucleon many-body systems and neutron stars. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35MycHI

Updated analysis of U.S. COVID-19 deaths shows drops, disparities in average lifespans

In the U.S., COVID-19 reduced overall life expectancy by over 1.3 years, with the effects on Black and Latino populations 2 to 3 times those for the white population. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gTbfco

Tree pollen carries SARS-CoV-2 particles farther, facilitates virus spread, study finds

A study on the role of microscopic particles in virus transmission suggests pollen is nothing to sneeze at. In a new study, researchers investigate how pollen facilitates the spread of an RNA virus like the COVID-19 virus. The study draws on cutting-edge computational approaches for analyzing fluid dynamics to mimic the pollen movement from a willow tree, a prototypical pollen emitter. Airborne pollen grains contribute to the spread of airborne viruses, especially in crowded environments. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qpYmtb

Pandemic air quality due to weather, not just lockdowns, study finds

Using a diverse set of tools, researchers show how the pandemic did -- or didn't -- affect fine particulate matter concentrations during COVID lockdowns. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35Wj3DD

Microsoft unveils Windows 11

The updated operating system has a new look and will let Android apps run on the Windows desktop. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Sp6hKZ

New class of compounds found to block coronavirus reproduction

A human genetic mechanism hijacked by SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus behind the COVID-19 pandemic, to help it spread also makes it vulnerable to a new class of drug candidates, a new study finds. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xTZ9p5

Jammu and Kashmir: Narendra Modi meets regional leaders

It is first such meeting since Delhi revoked the region's special status in 2019. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35T45hG

Away goals rule scrapped in Uefa competitions including Champions League

The away goals rule in European club football is to be abolished from the start of next season, Uefa has confirmed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gZrvap

Astronomers work out when the first stars shone

Called the "cosmic dawn", this period happened between 250 and 350 million years after the Big Bang. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zSPYa4

Belarus opposition head Tikhanovskaya condemns 'sham trial' of husband

Opposition head Svetlana Tikhanovskaya calls the trial of her husband and five others act of "revenge". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wO9JO9

Covid-19: Europe braces for surge in Delta variant

Germany says Europe is "on thin ice" amid warnings Delta could make up 90% of cases by late August. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jd2Hyq

Miami building collapse: 'It's the craziest thing I ever heard in my life'

This video was sent by one of the first eyewitnesses on the scene of the Miami building collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xQ1jGc

Pandemic drives largest decrease in U.S. life expectancy since 1943

U.S. life expectancy decreased by 1.87 years between 2018 and 2020, according to new research. The numbers are worse for people of color. On average, whereas life expectancy among white Americans decreased by 1.36 years in 2020, it decreased by 3.25 years in Black Americans and 3.88 years in Hispanic Americans. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35LVIEM

Greater Yellowstone area expected to become warmer, drier

Temperature significantly increased and snowfall decreased in the iconic Greater Yellowstone Area since 1950 because of climate change, and these trends will likely continue through the rest of the century, according to a new climate report. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2UtCT6N

Mariam Thompson, love-struck US army linguist, jailed for 23 years

Mariam Thompson, 62, shared the names of US informants in Iraq to a man linked to Hezbollah. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d8pfg7

Activist critical of Palestinian Authority dies after arrest

The family of Nizar Banat, a critic of the Palestinian Authority, says he was beaten during a raid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qoHDGE

Adriana Rivas: Pinochet-era suspect loses extradition appeal

Adriana Rivas, who lives in Australia, is suspected of kidnappings during Pinochet's rule in Chile. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35O9B5j

Songbirds and humans share some common speech patterns

If you listen to songbirds, you will recognize repeated melodies or phrases. Each phrase is made up of distinct sounds, strung together. A study has found that the song phrases of many songbird species follow patterns that are similar to those used in human speech. At least in some respects. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2T0ZXcT

Natural hazards threaten 57% of US structures

More than half of the structures in the contiguous United States are exposed to potentially devastating natural hazards such as floods, tornadoes and wildfires. Increasing temperatures and environmental changes contribute to this trend, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3d4usFq

Combining three techniques boosts brain-imaging precision

Researchers have developed a method to combine three brain-imaging techniques to more precisely capture the timing and location of brain responses to a stimulus. Their study is the first to combine the three widely used technologies - fMRI, EEG and EROS - for simultaneous imaging of brain activity. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gPz98D

Mapping methane sources in Paris

A potent greenhouse gas, methane is released by many sources, both human and natural. Large cities emit significant amounts of methane, but in many cases the exact emission sources are unknown. Now, researchers have conducted mobile measurements of methane and its sources throughout Paris. Their findings suggest that the natural gas distribution network, the sewage system and furnaces of buildings are ideal targets for methane reduction efforts. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xNQVPk

Mining precious rare-earth elements from coal fly ash with a reusable ionic liquid

Rare-earth elements are in many everyday products, such as smart phones, LED lights and batteries. However, only a few locations have large enough deposits worth mining, resulting in global supply chain tensions. So, there's a push toward recycling them from non-traditional sources, such as waste from burning coal -- fly ash. Now, researchers report a simple method for recovering these elements from coal fly ash using an ionic liquid. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3j6dnPx

Starchy snacks may increase CVD risk; fruits and veggies at certain meals decreases risk

Eating fruits with lunch, vegetables at dinner and a dairy snack in the evening was associated with a reduced risk of early death by cardiovascular disease (CVD) and all-cause mortality, according to a study of U.S. adults. Eating a Western lunch (typically containing a high quantity of refined grains, cheese and cured meat) was associated with an elevated risk of CVD and all-cause mortalities in the same study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35KxBpQ

Cellular signatures of kidney tumors discovered

The origins of seven types of kidney cancer, including several rare subtypes, have been identified by researchers. The findings confirm that these cancers have their origin in specific forms of developmental cells present in the maturing fetus. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xQa9np

Rising greenhouse gases pose continued threat to Arctic ozone layer

A new study shows that extremely low winter temperatures high in the atmosphere over the Arctic are becoming more frequent and more extreme because of climate patterns associated with global warming. The study also shows that those extreme low temperatures are causing reactions among chemicals humans pumped into the air decades ago, leading to greater ozone losses. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qsuZGY

Recycling of the eye's light sensors is faulty in progressive blindness of older adults

With the National Eye Institute reporting that about 11 million older adults in the U.S. endure a condition that leads to progressive blindness, known as age-related macular degeneration, researchers are starting to understand what goes wrong in the disease, in order to develop new therapies to treat it. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gLQKya

Geckos might lose their tails, but not their dinner

A new study finds geckos are fierce hunters whether or not their tails are attached to their bodies. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gRqeUd

Using virtual populations for clinical trials

A study involving virtual rather than real patients was as effective as traditional clinical trials in evaluating a medical device used to treat brain aneurysms, according to new research. The findings are proof of concept for what are called in-silico trials, where instead of recruiting people to a real-life clinical trial, researchers build digital simulations of patient groups, loosely akin to the way virtual populations are built in various computer games. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gLHFW1

Rap1 controls the body's sugar levels from the brain

Researchers have discovered a mechanism in a small area of the brain that regulates whole-body glucose balance without affecting body weight. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xJqLwW

The trainer boss who even has a pair for funerals

Richard Johnson of Foot Locker has a pair of trainers for every occasion - even weddings and funerals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35NDF0S

How does the one-humped Arabian camel survive without drinking?

Scientists have shed new light on how the kidneys of the one-humped Arabian camel play an important role in helping it to cope with extremes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xLrKNb

Mind the gap: Scientists use stellar mass to link exoplanets to planet-forming disks

Data from 500 young stars observed with the Atacama Large Millimeter/submilliter Array (ALMA) is giving scientists a window back through time, allowing them to predict what exoplanetary systems looked like through each stage of their formation. And it all starts with a link between higher mass stars, disks with gaps in them, and a high occurrence of observed exoplanets. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wQVKam

UK denies Russia fired warning shots near British warship

The Ministry of Defence says no shots were directed at HMS Defender and no bombs dropped in her path. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j6bIt2

Missing Italian toddler found by reporter sent to cover disappearance

The 21-month-old boy was found after a reporter covering his disappearance heard noises near a road. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35SNbzL

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Heavy casualties reported after airstrike

Eyewitnesses told the BBC that the Ethiopian air force struck a market near the region's capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j5uqkt

Eight on trial for burglaries on Paris celebrities

The gang is suspected of targeting the Paris homes of stars including footballer Thiago Silva. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wQflaP

Hungary PM 'scraps Euros visit' amid German LGBT row with Uefa

The decision comes amid anger that Uefa will not allow the Munich stadium to light up in rainbow colours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j45olZ

Mexico prison: Six killed in fight between rival gangs

Security forces say they have regained control of the prison in Tabasco following the deadly fight. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d5Nnjv

New York mayoral election: Yang out as ex-police officer leads primary

The winning Democratic candidate is likely to become the city's next mayor in a November vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gNxiAY

No northern escape route for Florida's coral reefs

Warming seas are driving many species of marine life to shift their geographic ranges out of the tropics to higher latitudes where the water is cooler. Florida's reefs will not be able to make that northward move, however, as they will be caught between intolerably hot tropical waters and increasingly frequent water-cooling cold snaps, according to new findings. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2TXnw6h

Study shows brain differences in interpreting physical signals in mental health disorders

Researchers have shown why people with mental health disorders, including anorexia and panic disorders, experience physical signals differently. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35H3JLj

Analysing volcanoes to predict their awakening

A team has reviewed the literature on the internal and external mechanisms that lead to a volcanic eruption. Analyzing the thermo-mechanics of deep volcanic processes and magma propagation to the surface, together with magma chemistry, the geologists determined that most of the magma rising from depth actually does not cause a volcanic eruption. They also show that older volcanoes tend to produce less frequent, but larger and more dangerous eruptions. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gK4OZ4

Aviation's contribution to cutting climate change likely to be small

Although the emissions targets for aviation are in line with the overall goals of the Paris Agreement, there is a high likelihood that the climate impact of aviation will not meet these goals, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vNL8rm

Angela Merkel receives Moderna as second jab after AstraZeneca shot

Experts believe mixed dosing of Covid vaccines could be a good idea but it's too early to say for sure. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vNoXSf

Vatican protests against 'unprecedented' Italian bill on homophobia

The Church says the bill would stifle Catholic freedoms, but advocates say safeguards are in place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cYiWeX

Engineering nanobodies as lifesavers when SARS-CoV-2 variants attack

Scientists are pursuing a new strategy in the protracted fight against the SARS-CoV-2 virus by engineering nanobodies that can neutralize virus variants in two different ways. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wJXkL4

A warming climate and intensifying land use increase mercury content in fish

Recent studies show that, in the future, the mercury concentration of fish in Finnish Lapland can shift closer to the level found in lakes located below the Arctic Circle. According to researchers, mercury content should be increasingly carefully investigated and monitored in fish and food webs, as the climate and land use change. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gVK2Ve

Tradition of keeping mementos in memory of loved ones dates back at least 2,000 years, study shows

A new study suggests that mundane items like spoons and grinding stones were kept by Iron Age people as an emotional reminder and a 'continuing bond' with the deceased -- a practice which is replicated in societies across the globe today. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gXOwdI

Lead from leaded petrol persists in London air despite '90s ban

Lead levels in London's atmosphere have dropped drastically since lead additives in petrol were phased out, and currently meet UK air quality targets. However despite this drop, airborne particles in London are still highly lead-enriched compared to natural background levels, according to new research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wQPZJH

Turkmenistan's capital tops list of most expensive cities for expats

The annual report ranks 209 cities based on the cost of expenses such as housing, transport and food. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zLAk0e

Gabon is first African country paid to protect its rainforest

It is the first African country to get money for reducing carbon emissions through forest protection. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j6TxDB

Butterflies regularly cross the Sahara in longest-known insect migration

Wetter conditions in Sub-Saharan and North Africa at certain times of year can result in hundreds of times more Painted Lady butterflies making the 14,000 km round trip to Europe. Findings improve understanding of how insects move to other countries, including pests that destroy crops and disease-carrying species like mosquitoes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2SOiqtc

Females supercharge sperm evolution in animals

Sperm size varies dramatically among different animal species. But why is sperm size so variable when they share the same job -- to fertilize eggs? Researchers now show that animal sperm evolution become supercharged only when sperm swim inside females. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xILdOA

Inkjet printing 'impossible materials'

Engineers developed inexpensive methods to make 'impossible materials' that interact in unusual ways with microwave energy. Thin film polymers inkjet printed with tiny component patterns collect or transmit energy with much greater selectivity, sensitivity, and power than conventional materials. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vOl8vW

Spain pardons Catalan leaders over independence bid

Nine separatists were jailed over a failed 2017 independence bid, but the pardons are controversial. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j0mocC

Roma street death was 'No Czech Floyd' say police

The Czech government backs police after a video shows an officer subduing a man by kneeling on his neck. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xLNxo3

Greece killing: Helicopter pilot appears in Athens court

Babis Anagnostopoulos wears a bullet-proof vest to court after admitting suffocating his wife. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Un9HOR

Egypt detains female TikTok star after human trafficking conviction

Haneen Hossam appealed for clemency after being sentenced to 10 years in jail for human trafficking. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d0c1Sm

Euro 2020: Uefa declines request to light up Allianz Arena in rainbow colours

Uefa declines a request to light up the Allianz Arena in rainbow colours before Germany's Euro 2020 match against Hungary on Wednesday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2STafM6

Myanmar army clashes with anti-junta militia in major city

Four members of the opposition militia are reported dead in the first such clashes in a major city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xMzz5n

US could slow Afghanistan withdrawal amid Taliban gains

The Pentagon says September is still its withdrawal target as the Taliban seizes land and weapons. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Sg8FU6

Billie Eilish sorry for mouthing anti-Asian slur in resurfaced video

The singer said she's "appalled" by a clip which has been shared recently on TikTok. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qoTo04

Engineers create 'seeds' for growing near-perfect 2D perovskite crystals

Engineers have created microscopic seeds for growing remarkably uniform 2D perovskite crystals that are both stable and highly efficient at harvesting electricity from sunlight. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qhkN3G

There's more to genes than DNA: How Mum and Dad add something extra, just for you

Biologists have discovered 71 new 'imprinted' genes in the mouse genome, a finding that takes them a step closer to unravelling some of the mysteries of epigenetics - an area of science that describes how genes are switched on (and off) in different cells, at different stages in development and adulthood. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3d2mDjA

New modeling technique shows greater likelihood, frequency of urban extreme heat events

This model addresses the fact that most traditional climate models effectively ignore cities entirely, causing them to underestimate the frequency and severity of urban heat waves. Urban areas make up only 2-3% of the earth's land, so their effect on global models is negligible, but more than half of the world's population lives in urban areas, so their impact is significant. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zLLAK4

A bright future: Using visible light to decompose CO2 with high efficiency

To tackle the challenge of global warming, scientists have been looking into green and sustainable methods of breaking down carbon dioxide in emissions and in the atmosphere. Now, a group of researchers have developed a novel, easy to synthesize composite compound that enables the efficient use of solar energy to reduce carbon dioxide, taking us one step closer to achieving a green economy. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iZC7IY

A tiny device incorporates a compound made from starch and baking soda to harvest energy from movement

Scientists have used a compound made from a starch derivative and baking soda to help convert mechanical to electrical energy. The approach is cost-effective and biocompatible, and can help charge low-energy electronics like calculators and watches. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35GGktj

California man arrested over theft of 42,000lbs of pistachios

The 42,000lbs of pistachios went missing from a plant in Central California this month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Shtv5J

Some blood pressure-lowering meds linked to less memory decline in older adults, study finds

High blood pressure is a risk factor for cognitive decline and dementia in older adults. Studies have shown that commonly prescribed high blood pressure medications, or antihypertensives, may have a positive, beneficial impact on cognitive function including memory. This meta-analysis compares the impact on memory over time associated with taking antihypertensives that cross the blood-brain barrier versus those that do not. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wM4xuc

Researchers explore microbial ecosystem in search of drugs to fight SARS-CoV-2

Researchers have found that certain commensal bacteria that reside in the human intestine produce compounds that inhibit SARS-CoV-2. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xvrXUC

Study evaluates potential causes of increased transmission in SARS-CoV-2 variants

Although two SARS-CoV-2 variants are associated with higher transmission, patients with these variants show no evidence of higher viral loads in their upper respiratory tracts compared to the control group, a new study found. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2SQZFVR

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Abiy Ahmed denies reports of hunger

The UN says 350,000 people are living in famine conditions after eight months of war in the region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35FSliH

Tasmanian devils devastate penguin population on Australian island

A conservation group says a project to protect the predators has dealt a "major blow" to seabirds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cYSge0

James Michael Tyler: Friends' Gunther reveals cancer diagnosis

James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on the show, says he has stage four prostate cancer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35Gh6LD

Jordan tries ex-royal adviser and minor royal over alleged coup plot

An ex-royal court chief and a minor royal deny plotting to destabilise the kingdom, a lawyer says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gNaOPC

Ancient bones provide clues about Kangaroo Island's past and future

A study of ancient bones on South Australia's Kangaroo Island has provided new information about the Island's past fauna and an insight into how species may live there in the future. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gTyXnq

New geochemical study confirms cause of end-Permian mass extinction event

Researchers found a direct link between global dispersion of nickel-rich aerosols, ocean chemistry changes and the end-Permian mass extinction event that took place 251 million years ago. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xDrFuV

Spain confirms plans to pardon Catalan separatists

The nine leaders were jailed over a failed 2017 independence bid, but the pardons are controversial. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qgiZrV

Iran nuclear deal: President-elect Raisi issues warning over talks

Ebrahim Raisi promises he will not allow negotiations on reviving a 2015 deal to be dragged out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xBmvQ3

Princess Latifa: Photo appears to show Dubai ruler's daughter in Spain

An Instagram image allegedly shows the daughter of the ruler of Dubai on "holiday" in Spain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35DthZA

Valerie Bacot: French woman goes on trial for murder of abuser

A petition is calling for Valerie Bacot's release, despite her admitting the killing in 2016. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d0Bon5

Smaller bodies, longer wings, earlier migrations: Untangling the multiple impacts of climate warming

When a research team reported last year that North American migratory birds have been getting smaller over the past four decades and that their wings have gotten a bit longer, the scientists wondered if they were seeing the fingerprint of earlier spring migrations. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xIPwJP

New software for designing sustainable cities

By 2050, more than 70% of the world's population will live in cities. Researchers have developed software that shows city planners where to invest in nature to improve people's lives and save billions of dollars. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vTQSQF

Pakistani lawyer who represented Asia Bibi says he faces threats to his life

Saif ul Malook, who represented Asia Bibi and overturned blasphemy cases, describes death threats. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gTeP57

Swedish government toppled in no confidence vote

Prime Minister Stefan Lofven loses the vote following a dispute over rent controls. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qcvkxj

France regional election: Macron and Le Pen fail to make ground - exit poll

Early results indicate Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen's parties have failed to make ground. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gHTPiH

Usain Bolt welcomes newborn twin sons Thunder and Saint Leo

The Olympic champion and his girlfriend Kasi Bennett announced the births on Instagram. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TPBKGq

North Korea's attempted $1bn bank hack

In 2016 North Korean hackers planned a $1bn raid on Bangladesh's national bank and came within an inch of success. But how did they do it? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wMfOup

Joe Biden: My surprise claim to be the US president's English cousin

Paul Harris has records that show a link to the president via recently discovered English ancestors. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UnBper

French court dog helps soothe anxious victims of crime

How one Labrador has helped the victims of violent crime in southern France. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SN2irL

Birtukan Mideksa: Ethiopia's electoral board chairperson

Birtukan Mideksa, a former opposition leader who went into exile in the US, says "shortfalls are inevitable". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ql8P9y

South Korea: Swapping Seoul megacity isolation for village life

Some South Korean families are abandoning Seoul and swapping megacity isolation for rural village life. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xymUTi

US Navy uses 40,000lb explosive to test warship in 'Full Ship Shock Trial'

The US Navy conducted a 'Full Ship Shock Trial' against its aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cU3W1w

South Africa announces gems found are not diamonds

Thousands of people rushed to KwaHlathi village after a man found what turns out to be quartz. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xzfJKt

One dead after driver crashes into Florida Pride parade

As yet the motive of the driver - who hit two people at the Fort Lauderdale event - is unknown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wKJPL1

Alabama storm: Nine children and one adult killed in crash

The victims include eight children from a local foster home, and a father and his baby daughter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gNav7d

Iran nuclear deal: Israel attacks Iran as talks progress

Israel attacks Iran as world powers continue talks on reviving a landmark nuclear deal with Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qcZEYr

Message in a bottle from 2018 found after Atlantic voyage

The note was found on a Portuguese island, three years after it was sent by a teenager from the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ScE9uj

New technique allows for identification of potential drugs to fight resistant bacteria

Researchers have optimized a new technique that will allow scientists to evaluate how potential inhibitors work on antibiotic-resistant bacteria. This technique, called native state mass spectrometry, provides a quick way for scientists to identify the best candidates for effective clinical drugs, particularly in cases where bacteria can no longer be treated with antibiotics alone. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vI8oqI

Common antibiotic found useful in accelerating recovery in tuberculosis patients

Researchers have discovered that the use of a common antibiotic, doxycycline, in combination with TB drug treatment, reduces the size of lung cavities and accelerates markers of lung recovery. This was done in a trial with 30 pulmonary tuberculosis patients. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cW4a8u

Stronger together: How protein filaments interact

Just as the skeleton and muscles move the human body and hold its shape, the cells of the body are stabilized and moved by a cellular skeleton. This cellular skeleton is a dynamic structure, constantly changing and renewing. It consists of different types of protein filaments, which include intermediate filaments and microtubules. Researchers have now observed and measured a direct interaction between microtubules and intermediate filaments outside the cell. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gFCqXS

One in 6 families in new study spent more than $5,000 to have a baby

When delivering moms require caesarians or their newborns need neonatal care, some families may spend as much as $10,000 out-of-pocket, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iVQJZO

Deputy PM defends timing of Irish unity comments

The Irish deputy PM says for some it will "always be the wrong time" to talk about Irish unification. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iRtssd

Tokyo Olympics: Ugandan tests positive for Covid in Japan

The Ugandan was part of a nine-member squad which were fully vaccinated, reports say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zHyRrC

Belgium: Body of fugitive far-right soldier found

The shooting instructor went missing in May after taking weapons from a base, sparking a huge manhunt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iUM4HR

Trans US veterans to be offered gender surgery for first time

Veterans Affairs officials announce they will cover surgery for trans veterans for the first time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wMyqKP

Tokyo Olympics: Inside the athletes' village

Rupert Wingfield-Hayes takes a look at how the athletes' village hopes to mitigate the risk of Covid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cV7wIZ

Thelma & Louise stars recall male backlash to film 30 years on

Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon reflect on the role of women in film at an anniversary screening. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cWWT8l

Earlier flood forecasting could help avoid disaster in Japan

Researchers have revealed that a newly developed forecasting system can accurately predict flood locations 32 hours in advance. Extreme rainfall events are occurring increasingly frequently; such accurate and timely flood warnings will help to minimize their impact by providing time for measures to protect people and property. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iXiiSC

Dragonflies: Species losses and gains in Germany

Over the past 35 years, there have been large shifts in the distributions of many dragonfly species in Germany. Those of standing water habitats have declined, probably due to loss of habitat. Running-water species and warm-adapted species have benefited from improved water quality and warmer temperatures. The study highlights the importance of citizen science and natural history societies for long-term data collection. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xyHdjE

Atomic-scale tailoring of graphene approaches macroscopic world

Properties of materials are often defined by imperfections in their atomic structure, especially when the material itself is just one atom thick, such as graphene. Researchers have now developed a method for controlled creation of such imperfections into graphene at length scales approaching the macroscopic world. These results, confirmed by atomically resolved microscope images, serve as an essential starting point both for tailoring graphene for applications and for the development of new materials. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3qcWbJm

Phytoplankton: The discovery of a missing link

Biologists have identified a family of algae as a living missing link in the microscopic domain. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gJzFUg

Climate warming can influence fungal communities on oak leaves across the growing season

Climate warming plays a larger role than plant genes in influencing the number and identity of fungal species on oak leaves, especially in autumn. This research by ecologists sheds light on how warming and tree genes affect the dynamics of fungal communities across the season. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zCfrVd

Imaging at the tip of a needle

Scientists have developed a new technique that could revolutionize medical imaging procedures using light. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cWEVD4

New cause for intensification of oyster disease

Researchers reveal that intensification of major oyster disease was due to evolving parasite, not just drought as previously thought. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zya0GR

New evidence to battle drug price increases

Two recent studies add new evidence to the impact of how drug price increases affect US patients and the overall cost of health care. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gGngSl

Use rewards effectively to boost creativity

To boost employees' creativity, managers should consider offering a set of rewards for them to choose from, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zE8hjf

Will reduction in tau protein protect against Parkinson's and Lewy body dementias?

Will a reduction in tau protein in brain neurons protect against Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementias? A new study suggests the answer is no. If this is borne out, that result differs from Alzheimer's disease, where reducing endogenous tau levels in brain neurons is protective for multiple models of the disease -- and thus suggests that the role of tau in the pathogenesis of Lewy body dementias is distinct from Alzheimer's disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xAknrE

Bio-inspired hydrogel protects the heart from post-op adhesions

A hydrogel that forms a barrier to keep heart tissue from adhering to surrounding tissue after surgery was developed and successfully tested in rodents. The team of engineers, scientists and physicians also conducted a pilot study on porcine hearts, with promising results. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gEsGgw

Iran election: Wariness and welcome for Ebrahim Raisi

Ebrahim Raisi's win in the country's presidential election has prompted mixed reactions across the region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35Au2CI

Start-stop system of hunting immune cells

Researchers decipher the basic biology of neutrophil swarming and now show that the cells also evolved an intrinsic molecular program to self-limit their swarming activity. The study elucidates how swarming neutrophils become insensitive to their own secreted signals that brought the swarm together in the first place. This process is crucial for the efficient elimination of bacteria in tissues. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cQCCRF

How cells 'read' artificial ingredients tossed into genetic recipe

Researchers discovered that the enzyme RNA polymerase II recognizes and transcribes artificially added base pairs in genetic code, a new insight that could help advance the development of new vaccines and medicines. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3q9m7G3

Mike Pence: Hecklers brand ex-VP 'traitor' at conservative conference

Mike Pence draws jeers, apparently for his refusal to overturn the results of the 2020 election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q8TRDt

Paris police search for two e-scooter riders after pedestrian killed

Two women on an electric scooter hit a pedestrian and did not stop to provide help, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j0QpZM

Joe and Jill Biden announce death of 'beloved' dog Champ

Champ, a German Shepherd, had been with the couple for 13 years and lived at the White House. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gLBBNv

Robert Schuman: Pope puts father of modern Europe on sainthood path

The Pope recognises the "heroic virtues" of Robert Schuman, who founded key European institutions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vGQbd5

Tug-of-war receptors for sour taste in fruit flies sheds light on human taste biology

Sour taste does not have the nearly universal appeal that sweet taste does. Slightly sour foods or drinks such as yogurt and lemon juice are yummy to many, but such highly sour foods as spoiled milk are yucky, even dangerous. Like humans, many other animals, including insects, prefer slightly acidic over very acidic foods. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zFUjgT

Managed retreat: A must in the war against climate change

Climate change will shape the future of coastal communities, with flood walls, elevated structures and possibly even floating cities used to combat sea level rise. New research has found that managed retreat -- moving buildings, homes or communities off of the coast or away from floodplains -- must be part of any solution. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2SKbcpX

Man loses hand in clashes at banned France rave

Five police officers were hurt as police tried to break up the party in the Brittany region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wCKkXA

Juneteenth: After decades, Opal Lee finally gets her day off

Opal Lee campaigned for years for a national holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iNVJzQ

Valuable 350-year-old oil paintings found in skip

German police say the gold-framed artworks had been dumped at a motorway rest stop in Bavaria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wCg3rU

Meringue-like material could make aircraft as quiet as a hairdryer

An incredibly light new material can reduce aircraft engine noise and improve passenger comfort. The graphene oxide-polyvinyl alcohol aerogel weighs just 2.1kg per cubic meter, making it the lightest sound insulation ever manufactured. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cQW15h

Abortion rights: US Catholic bishops face clash with Biden

US Catholic leaders begin a process that may call for the president to be barred from Holy Communion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gANWnt

Researchers find losartan is not effective in reducing hospitalization from mild COVID-19

In a new study, researchers determined that the common blood pressure medication, losartan, is not effective in reducing hospitalization for mildly-ill COVID-19 outpatients. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iQcvy6

Coronavirus: Setback for EU in legal fight with AstraZeneca

But the drug-maker faces hefty fines if it fails to supply doses of Covid-19 vaccine over the summer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zzF4Wx

Portland riots: Police crowd-control team resigns after officer indicted

The officer in the Portland crowd-control team faces an assault charge after last year's race riots. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TKUvL2

Shanghai gallery removes exhibit ranking women 'prettiest to ugliest'

The gallery in Shanghai pulls the video piece "Uglier and Uglier" after a backlash. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2S7srB8

'Mosquito smoothie' innovation boosts future malaria vaccine potential

A faster method for collecting pure malaria parasites from infected mosquitos could accelerate the development of new, more potent malaria vaccines. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2TOC4FC

Yellow fever mosquitoes evolve different strategies to resist pesticides

The yellow fever mosquito spreads multiple untreatable viruses in humans and is primarily controlled using a pesticide called permethrin. However, many mosquitoes are evolving resistance to the pesticide. A new study identifies mutations linked to different permethrin resistance strategies, which threaten our ability to control disease outbreaks. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wFRMRV

Targeting cellular response to SARS-CoV-2 holds promise as new way to fight infection

A new treatment approach focused on fixing cell damage, rather than fighting the virus directly, is effective against SARS-CoV-2 in lab models. If found safe for human use, this anti-viral treatment would make COVID-19 symptoms milder and speed up recovery times. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cQY4Gp

Most cancer cells grown in a dish have little in common with cancer cells in people, research finds

In a bid to find or refine laboratory research models for cancer that better compare with what happens in living people, scientists report they have developed a new computer-based technique showing that human cancer cells grown in culture dishes are the least genetically similar to their human sources. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2S9fDKJ

Vaccination, previous infection, protect against COVID-19 gamma/P.1 variant in animal model

In a new study using variant virus recovered from one of the original travelers, researchers in the US and Japan have found that vaccination with an mRNA vaccine induces antibody responses that would protect humans from infection with the gamma/P.1 variant. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wDqvPZ

New study finds SARS-CoV-2 can infect testes

Researchers have found SARS-CoV-2 in the testes of infected hamsters. The authors think this may represent what could occur in men with mild to moderate COVID-19 disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2TNfwVp

Blood cancer patients with COVID-19 fare better with convalescent plasma

A new study finds that convalescent plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients can dramatically improve likelihood of survival among blood cancer patients hospitalized with the virus. The therapy involves transfusing plasma from people who have recovered from COVID-19 into patients who have leukemia, lymphoma or other blood cancers and are hospitalized with the viral infection. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vynRcN

'Nanodecoy' therapy binds and neutralizes SARS-CoV-2 virus

Nanodecoys made from human lung spheroid cells (LSCs) can bind to and neutralize SARS-CoV-2, promoting viral clearance and reducing lung injury in a macaque model of COVID-19. By mimicking the receptor that the virus binds to rather than targeting the virus itself, nanodecoy therapy could remain effective against emerging variants of the virus. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iRZB2W

Covid: Israel to send one million vaccines to Palestinians in swap deal

Under the deal, the Palestinians will give Israel a reciprocal number of doses later in the year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vAciBX

Apple Daily: Hong Kong police raid sparks rush on newspapers

The pro-democracy newspaper printed a bumper 500,000 copies after police arrested five senior staff. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iR5JIE

Tokyo Olympics: No spectators is 'least risky' option

Japanese medical experts warn that allowing domestic spectators will lead to a spike in Covid cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vD7agu

Foo Fighters to release disco album as the Dee Gees

Dave Grohl's band rename themselves the Dee Gees and cover five 1970s hits by the Gibb brothers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iNuHsk

Crocodile attack: 'I was beating on its snout'

Georgia Laurie speaks to the BBC about how she fought off the crocodile attacking her twin sister. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vChMw7

California heatwave: State declares state of emergency

Parts of the US south-west report dangerously high temperatures, with excessive heat warnings in place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wCLEK7

Alieu Kosiah: Liberian convicted of war crimes in Swiss court

Alieu Kosiah is the first Liberian to be convicted for acts committed during the country's civil war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q7Gfbw

Alex Harvill: US daredevil dies during world record attempt

Alex Harvill died trying to break the record for the longest motorcycle ramp jump in Washington. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gy4LPU

Scarlett Johansson criticises Black Widow's 'hyper-sexualisation' in Iron Man 2

Scarlett Johansson says her character was treated like "a possession or a thing" in Iron Man 2. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iSliQm

Peru election: Why has no winner been declared?

The country is still waiting to find out the outcome of its most polarised poll in recent history. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35vvAOh

Obamacare: US Supreme Court upholds affordable healthcare law

The law, known as Obamacare, gives millions of low-income Americans access to medical insurance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gDqO6F

India Covid pandemic: Girl, 5, reunited with mother in Australia

Stuck in India, Johannah was separated from her family in Australia because of border closures. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wAJL0x

Kenneth Kaunda: Zambia's first president dies aged 97

Kaunda was one of Zambia's founding fathers who helped achieve independence from Britain in 1964. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wNlx3n

Study identifies trigger for 'head-to-tail' axis development in human embryo

Scientists have identified key molecular events in the developing human embryo between days 7 and 14 -- one of the most mysterious, yet critical, stages of our development. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gyP6hS

Focus on emotions is key to improving heart health in people living with obesity

People living with obesity who attended a non-judgemental and personalized lifestyle modification program improved their cardiovascular and mental health during just 10 weeks, according to a new study. Participants lost weight and achieved benefits in anxiety and depression and physical measurements including blood pressure. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vBuNpH

AI system-on-chip runs on solar power

Engineers have developed an integrated circuit that can carry out complicated artificial-intelligence operations like face, voice and gesture recognition and cardiac monitoring. Powered by either a tiny battery or a solar panel, it processes data at the edge and can be configured for use in just about any type of application. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wyVGvS

New invention keeps qubits of light stable at room temperature

Researchers have developed a new technique that keeps quantum bits of light stable at room temperature instead of only working at -270 degrees. Their discovery saves power and money and is a breakthrough in quantum research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2TFRNXg

Public concern on human health impact of plastic pollution

The new study found that both Europeans and Australians were highly concerned about the human health impact of marine plastic pollution, ranking it top of 16 marine-related threats in terms of cause for concern, including chemical or oil spills, marine biodiversity loss and climate change related effects such as sea-level rise and ocean acidification. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wzd6Zd

Children with asymptomatic malaria a 'hidden risk' to disease control efforts

The role of people infected with malaria without showing symptoms presents a hidden risk to efforts to control the disease after they were found to be responsible for most infections in mosquitoes, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vA1dkc

Seabird eggs contaminated with cocktail of plastic additives

Chemical additives used in plastic production have been found in herring gull eggs, new research shows. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3q1DCYN

Social secrets of killer whales discovered using drones

Killer whales have complex social structures including close 'friendships', according to a new study that used drones to film the animals. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gGJJgK

New beetle species discovered and named after iconic sci-fi heroines

Entomologists have discovered more than three dozen species of ambrosia beetles -- beetles that eat ambrosia fungus -- previously unknown to science. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cNGXVX

Underwater robot offers new insight into mid-ocean 'twilight zone'

An innovative underwater robot known as Mesobot is providing researchers with deeper insight into the vast mid-ocean region known as the 'twilight zone.' Capable of tracking and recording high-resolution images of slow-moving and fragile zooplankton, gelatinous animals, and particles, Mesobot greatly expands scientists' ability to observe creatures in their mesopelagic habitat with minimal disturbance. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zAeuMS

Scientists unravel the function of a sight-saving growth factor

Researchers have determined how certain short protein fragments, called peptides, can protect neuronal cells found in the light-sensing retina layer at the back of the eye. The peptides might someday be used to treat degenerative retinal diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wxnCAg

Christian Eriksen to have heart-starting device fitted after collapse

Denmark's Christian Eriksen will be fitted with a heart-starting device following his collapse on the pitch. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zvQ2MJ

Ganges river: India boatman praised for saving baby girl floating in a box

The 21-day-old baby girl was found in a wooden box in the Ganges river and is now in hospital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d6DmTd

Italy cable car: Outrage as video of the crash shown on TV

Italy's public broadcaster showed the footage of last month's cable car crash that killed 14 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wB1y7B

Girls to break centuries-old German male choir school tradition

The Regensburger Domspatzen boys' church choir will open its school to girls next year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iMVoxe

Diana Ross reveals first album in 15 years, Thank You

The legendary Motown singer recorded every track on Thank You in her home studio. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TG9fuC

Shenzhou-12: Chinese astronauts dock with new space station

Shenzhou-12 docked with the new Tiangong space station as part of China's longest crewed mission to date. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gu7lGx

Ivory Coast's ex-President Gbagbo to return home after ICC acquittal

Laurent Gbagbo was taken to the ICC in 2011 on charges of crimes against humanity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gtLjno

Giant Buddhist statue gets Covid face mask in Japan

Temple managers plan to keep the face covering on the figure until the pandemic is brought under control. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2THrCzj

Mystery solved: Dust cloud led to Betelgeuse's 'Great Dimming'

When Betelgeuse, a bright orange star in the constellation of Orion, lost more than two-thirds of its brightness in late 2019 and early 2020, astronomers were puzzled. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gAZc1X

When testing Einstein's theory of general relativity, small modeling errors add up fast

Small modeling errors may accumulate faster than previously expected when physicists combine multiple gravitational wave events (such as colliding black holes) to test Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity, suggest researchers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2UaoCvQ

Human infant brains, bodies are active during new sleep stage

A team has found that babies twitch during a sleep stage called quiet sleep, not just during REM sleep. The results may show there's more communication between snoozing infants' brains and motor systems than previously known. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gvhzXd

Ten years of ancient genome analysis has taught scientists 'what it means to be human'

A ball of 4,000-year-old hair frozen in time tangled around a whalebone comb led to the first ever reconstruction of an ancient human genome a decade ago. The hair, which was preserved in arctic permafrost in Greenland, was collected in the 1980s. It wasn't until 2010 that evolutionary biologists were able to use pioneering shotgun DNA sequencing to reconstruct the genetic history of the hair. It sparked a 'decade of discovery.' from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2S27Vlr

Link found between gut microbes and stroke

New findings show that the gut microbiome impacts stroke severity and functional impairment following stroke. The results lay the groundwork for potential new interventions to help treat or prevent stroke. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xujPU6

Bacteria used to clean diesel-polluted soil in Greenland

Diesel-polluted soil from now defunct military outposts in Greenland can be remediated using naturally occurring soil bacteria according to an extensive five-year experiment in Mestersvig, East Greenland. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xqQSsh

Ozone pollution has increased in Antarctica

Ozone is a pollutant at ground level, but very high in the atmosphere's 'ozone layer,' it absorbs damaging ultraviolet radiation. Past studies have examined ozone levels in the Southern Hemisphere, but little is known about levels of the molecule in Antarctica over long periods. Now, researchers have analyzed more than 25 years of Antarctic data, finding that concentrations near the ground arose from both natural and human-related sources. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3q2fGV9

Urbanization drives antibiotic resistance on microplastics in Chinese river

Microplastic pollution of waterways has become a huge concern, with the tiny pieces of plastic entering food webs and potentially having harmful effects on animals and people. In addition, microplastics can act as breeding grounds for antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Now, researchers have analyzed antibiotic-resistance genes (ARGs) on five types of microplastics at different locations along the Beilun River in China, finding much higher abundances in urban than rural regions. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35udBaV

Bending light for safer driving; invisibility cloaks to come?

Optical cloaking allows objects to be hidden in plain sight by guiding light around anything placed inside the cloak. While cloaking has been popularized in fiction, researchers in recent years have started realizing cloaks that shield objects from view by controlling the flow of electromagnetic radiation around them. Researchers examined recent progress of developing invisibility cloaks that function in natural incoherent light and can be realized using standard optical components. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gwZKY0

Brain cell membranes' lipids may play big role in Alzheimer's progression

Links between lipid imbalance and disease have been established, in which lipid changes increase the formation of amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. This imbalance inspired researchers to explore the role of lipids comprising the cellular membranes of brain cells. In Biointerphases, the researchers report on the significant role lipids may play in regulating C99, a protein within the amyloid pathway, and disease progression. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2TAucXZ

Berlin squat riot leaves dozens of police wounded

Sixty police officers are hurt as squatters riot over a planned fire inspection at 94 Rigaer Straße. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UdwTiz

Mexico missing students: Remains of third victim identified

Almost seven years after 43 students disappeared, the remains of a third victim are identified. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vzEBjY

Lina Khan: The 32-year-old taking on Big Tech

The new Federal Trade Commission chair has Big Tech in her sights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wsujDw

Fossil research shows woodlice cousins roamed Ireland 360 million years ago

The old cousins of the common woodlice were crawling on Irish land as long as 360 million years ago, according to new analysis of a fossil found in Kilkenny, Ireland. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35pC811

Researchers 3D print rotating microfilter for lab-on-a-chip applications

Researchers have fabricated a magnetically driven rotary microfilter that can be used to filter particles inside a microfluidic device. They made the tiny turning filter by creating a magnetic material that could be used with a very precise 3D printing technique known as two-photon polymerization. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2S5gSuq

Climate change: The long view

What will the Earth be like for our children and grandchildren, as temperatures continue to rise? We can be fairly certain of some things: Some regions will become inhospitable, as heat drives their inhabitants away or causes massive declines and changes in their ecosystems. Many other physical, chemical and biological processes will also be affected by rising temperatures that threaten critical ecosystem services such as food production, biodiversity and energy security. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wyG23k

Peruvians reweave Incan 'living bridge' over river

Communities literally came together to recreate the historic rope bridge, meeting in the middle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pYeMZR

At underwater site, research team finds 9,000-year-old stone artifacts

Underwater archaeologists have been studying 9,000-year-old stone tool artifacts discovered in Lake Huron that originated from an obsidian quarry more than 2,000 miles away in central Oregon. The obsidian flakes from the underwater archaeological site represent the oldest and farthest east confirmed specimens of western obsidian ever found in the continental United States. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vyMztA

ALMA discovers earliest gigantic black hole storm

Astronomers have discovered a titanic galactic wind driven by a supermassive black hole 13.1 billion years ago. This is the earliest-yet-observed example of such a wind to date and is a telltale sign that huge black holes have a profound effect on the growth of galaxies from the very early history of the Universe. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3pXYlwD

Space scientists solve a decades-long gamma-ray burst puzzle

Astrophysicists find the magnetic field in gamma-ray bursts is scrambled after the ejected material crashes into, and shocks, the surrounding medium. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35qZ67V

Hippos and anthrax

Hippopotamus aren't the first thing that come to mind when considering epidemiology and disease ecology. And yet these amphibious megafauna offered ecologists a window into the progression of an anthrax outbreak that struck Ruaha National Park, Tanzania, in the dry season of 2017. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iMkVa2

Germany withdraws platoon from Nato mission in Lithuania

The army is investigating reports of sexual coercion and anti-Semitic songs at a party in Lithuania. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pZkb2B

Taishan nuclear plant: China admits damage to fuel rods

The Chinese government says the issue at the Taishan facility is "common" and did not cause a leak. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gSYtth

From symmetry to asymmetry: The two sides of life

Researchers used innovative imaging techniques to demonstrate symmetric collective alignment of nuclei in the muscle cells of the anterior midgut of the Drosophila embryo. This 'collective nuclear behavior' further influences bilateral asymmetry in the development of internal organs. A clear understanding of the factors that influence the shape and location of viscera will help inform future research into experimental, and eventually therapeutic, organ regeneration technology. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35nTETd

New research finds 1M early deaths in 2017 attributable to fossil fuel combustion

An international team of researchers has determined what sources contribute to pollution and the health effects they have on global, regional and smaller scales. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vmB9Ju

Court cancels tycoon's acquittal over Slovakia murders

A businessman accused of ordering killings which brought down the government will be tried again. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pWLPgD

Israeli nationalists march through Jerusalem's Old City

The parade risks igniting tensions with Palestinians, only weeks after a conflict in Gaza ended. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3goXYb4

What makes us sneeze?

What exactly triggers a sneeze? A team has identified, in mice, specific cells and proteins that control the sneeze reflex. Better understanding of what causes us to sneeze -- specifically how neurons behave in response to allergens and viruses -- may point to treatments capable of slowing the spread of infectious respiratory diseases. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/35nnBmj

Fungal spores from 250-year-old collections given new lease of life

The biological and historical diversity in museum collections is staggering, with specimens collected across centuries by some of the most famous scientists in history. In a new study, researchers successfully revived museal fungal specimens that were more than 250 years old and used the live cultures for whole genome sequencing and physiological experiments. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xrysHM

Heat from below: How the ocean is wearing down the Arctic sea ice

The influx of warmer water masses from the North Atlantic into the European marginal seas plays a significant role in the marked decrease in sea-ice growth, especially in winter. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3pWzKbg

New evidence of early SARS-CoV-2 infections in the United States

A new antibody testing study examining samples originally collected through the National Institutes of Health's All of Us Research Program found evidence of SARS-CoV-2 infections in five states earlier than had initially been reported. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3pUjyHM

Early migrations of Siberians to America tracked using bacterial population structures

Early migrations of humans to the Americas from Siberia around 12,000 years ago have been traced using the bacteria they carried by an international team. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xt6RpZ

Hungary LGBT: New law is 'shameful, hateful' - Katalin Cseh

The legislation will make it hard for LGBTQ people to live in the country, MEP Katalin Cseh says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pX4IQF

Covid: US death toll passes 600,000 as vaccination rate slows

Amid falling vaccination rates, the US maintains global records for both total cases and deaths. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gpITWH

Gone Girl actress Lisa Banes dies aged 65 following accident

The movie and TV star died after being involved in a scooter collision 10 days ago in New York. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TzPyVz

Somalia: Attack kills 10 at Mogadishu army training camp

A suicide bomber targeted a queue of new recruits waiting outside the base, a witness says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TAOwID

US-Russia relations: Adversary or potential partner?

Three young Americans and three young Russians spoke to the BBC about the other country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SzHZxT

Police investigate death of Indonesian critic who died during flight

An initial post mortem in Indonesia found Helmud Hontong had died of natural causes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vpbEHt

Ahmad Al K: Dutch court tries refugee over Syria murder video

Ahmad Al K sought asylum in the Netherlands but is accused of shooting an unarmed Syrian officer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gAnysD

Indian students get bail in Delhi riots case

Natasha Narwal and Devangana Kalita took part in protests against a contentious citizenship law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cJXaeJ

Belarus plane: Ryanair boss says pilot had no choice but to land in Minsk

Michael O'Leary says the crew was warned that a bomb would explode if the plane stayed on course. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cI8HeE

Illinois chemical plant fire being left to burn out to stop spillage into river

Fire crews in Illinois are managing the blaze to avoid water laced with chemicals running into the nearby river. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gwilDz

Boeing-Airbus trade row set to end after 17 years

The agreement, after 17 years, means taxes on $11.5bn of goods will be removed for five years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35mFfqr

Airlines report 3,000 unruly passengers this year in US

Most of the cases involved passengers who refused to wear masks, as airlines enforce tougher rules. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gsfKKO

In The Heights: Lin-Manuel Miranda sorry for lack of Afro-Latinos

In The Heights creator Lin-Manuel Miranda says his film "fell short" in the diversity of its cast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wqWYsx

South Africa: Unidentified stones spark 'diamond rush'

Many of those digging in KwaHlathi village believe the crystal-like stones are precious jewels. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3pT4MAQ

Car unexpectedly disappears into disused well in Mumbai

The moment a car fell through a layer of concrete into a disused well in Mumbai was caught on camera. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Sw1Q0M

Black holes help with star birth

The cosmic mass monsters clear the way for the formation of new suns in satellite galaxies. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3xkErhD

Earliest memories can start from the age of two-and-a-half

On average the earliest memories that people can recall point back to when they were just two-and-a-half years old, a new study suggests. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iFDso5

From milk protein, a plastic foam that gets better in a tough environment

A new high-performance plastic foam developed from whey proteins can withstand extreme heat better than many common thermoplastics made from petroleum. A research team reports that the material, which may be used for example in catalysts for cars, fuel filters or packaging foam, actually improves its mechanical performance after days of exposure to high temperatures. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vndpFc

Engineers devise novel approach to wirelessly power wearable devices

Researchers have come up with a way to use one single device - such as a mobile phone or smart watch - to wirelessly power up to 10 wearables on a user. This novel method uses the human body as a medium for transmitting power. Their system can also harvest unused energy from electronics in a typical home or office environment to power the wearables. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3pU0jOE

A better understanding of 'wet markets' is key to safeguarding human health, biodiversity

The term 'wet market' is often laced with negative undertones, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the majority of these markets -- like the one featured above in Taipei, Taiwan -- pose very little risks to human health and biodiversity, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vnGd0a

China: Performance issue reported at nuclear plant

Companies behind the plant say there was no leak at the plant - but gasses were released on purpose. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vhNzCk

Key cause of energy loss in spintronic materials

A study uncovered a property of magnetic materials that will allow engineers to develop more efficient spintronic devices in the future, which could lead to faster and more efficient computing and data storage. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2SoGkv7

Plant-based diet protects from hypertension, preeclampsia

A plant-based diet appears to afford significant protection to rats bred to become hypertensive on a high-salt diet, scientists report. When the rats become pregnant, the whole grain diet also protects the mothers and their offspring from deadly preeclampsia. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3pVXcFF

New method makes generic polymers luminescent

Researchers have developed a simple method that converts existing generic polymers into luminescent polymers using mechanical force. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iEP0YN

Belarus parades detained journalist Protasevich at media event

Roman Protasevich, who was taken off a Ryanair flight, is made to appear at an official briefing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gitIP7

Canada truck attack suspect charged with terrorism

Police allege the attack that killed four members of a Muslim family was "premeditated". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iDMylt

World War II: Hideki Tojo's ashes scattered by US, documents reveal

Newly uncovered documents reveal US dropped Hideki Tojo's remains into the Pacific Ocean. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SptSvb

Yemen: Dozens of migrants feared dead after boat sinks

Yemeni fishermen have reportedly recovered 25 bodies, but the fate of dozens more remains unknown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wu5nvC

Johnny & Jugnu: Fast food staff arrested for not giving police free burgers

All 19 workers at a Johnny & Jugnu fast food restaurant in Lahore were detained for hours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gkqwm4

How gender norms and job loss affect relationship status

Research shows that, in cultures that value men as breadwinners, their unemployment can affect the long-term success of a romantic relationship. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vnrqCP

Young adults who lost and then restored heart health had lower risk of heart attack, stroke

A long-term analysis of young adults in Korea found that those with poor heart health had higher rates of cardiovascular disease at a younger age. Young adults with poor cardiovascular health who improved their cardiovascular health over time reduced their chances of heart attack, stroke or heart failure later in life. Those who maintained good cardiovascular health from a young age had the lowest risk of premature cardiovascular disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3gln9eI

Wrong seat: Netanyahu sits in PM's chair after loss