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How a committed minority can change society

How do social conventions change? Robotic engineers and marketing scientists joined forces to study this phenomenon, combining online experiments and statistical analysis into a mathematical model that shows how a committed minority can influence the majority to overturn long-standing practices. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ASk8KG

Primordial ‘hyper-eye’ discovered

Trilobites of the suborder Phacopina had a unique eye in which about 200 large lenses in each eye spanned at least six individual facets, each of which in turn formed its own small compound eye. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3om07J5

Rio 2016: Shadow of cheating marred boxing bouts

A system to manipulate the outcome of boxing matches by officials was in place at the Rio 2016 Olympics, an independent investigation finds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3imZ08h

Getting beyond small talk: Study finds people enjoy deep conversations with strangers

People benefit from deep and meaningful conversations that help us forge connections with one another, but we often stick to small talk with strangers because we underestimate how much others are interested in our lives and wrongly believe that deeper conversations will be more awkward and less enjoyable than they actually are, according to new research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zV6mG2

Breastfeeding status and duration significantly impact postpartum depression risk

A study of 29,685 American women finds postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant health issue, with nearly 13 percent of the sample being at risk. Results showed that women who were currently breastfeeding at the time of data collection had statistically significant lower risk of PPD than women who were not breastfeeding. There also was a statistically significant inverse relationship between breastfeeding length and risk of PPD. As the number of weeks that women breastfed increased, their PPD decreased. Surprisingly, there was no significant difference in PPD risk among women with varying breastfeeding intent (yes, no, unsure). from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kRwv4a

Dental care: The best, worst and unproven tools to care for your teeth

Only a handful of oral hygiene tools actually prevent gum disease. At the moment, all other tools are only supported by insufficient evidence, say researchers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3mewuXy

Critical groundwater supplies may never recover from drought

New research shows groundwater takes an average of three years to recover from drought -- if it ever recovers at all. In the largest study of its kind, scientists found that this recovery time only applies to aquifers that aren't touched by human activity, and the recovery time might be even longer in regions with excessive pumping. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3F3xWof

Extra spacing can boost children’s reading speed

A new study has found that a child's reading speed can be improved by simply increasing the space between letters within a piece of text. The study discovered that text with increased space between each letter provided a benefit to both dyslexic and non-dyslexic children. On average, the dyslexia group showed a 13% increase in reading speed, while the comparison group of non-dyslexic children showed a 5% increase in reading speed. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iiWHCU

Sibling bullying associated with poor mental health outcomes years later

Young people who are repeatedly bullied by siblings are more likely to suffer from poor mental health and wellbeing issues later in adolescence, a new study has suggested. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3usSCkp

Climate change: Youth have 'every right to be angry' says UK PM

Boris Johnson says leaders' "reckless actions" created the climate crisis and now is the time to act. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Y4AFfT

'Google' is most searched word on Bing, Google says

Google tells an EU court the number-one search on its biggest rival is for Google. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mbjNwr

Researchers integrate optical devices made of multiple materials onto single chip

Researchers describe a highly accurate way to assemble multiple micron-scale optical devices extremely close together on a single chip. The approach could allow high-volume manufacturing of chip-based optical systems that would enable more compact optical communications devices and advanced imagers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zVD0XS

Making waves: A contactless way to detect damage in transparent materials

Existing methods to detect microscopic scratches and imperfections on transparent materials are costly and time-consuming. To tackle this problem, researchers developed a novel non-contact, non-destructive approach leveraging laser-induced plasma shockwaves and mechanical vibrations detectable by a high-speed polarization camera. Their strategy could pave the way to convenient and inexpensive quality control schemes for mass-production of high-quality transparent surfaces, with applications in smartphones, tablets, and solar panels. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3uqY2fM

Scientists show that a novel therapy could be effective against pediatric leukemia

Researchers have developed a therapy that shows promise against a deadly pediatric leukemia. The small-molecule therapy was highly effective in fighting a type of acute myeloid leukemia in both in vitro and in vivo experiments, according to new research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AVq8m4

Groundwater markets could promote solutions to the West’s water woes

Amid historic drought and changing rainfall patterns, a groundwater market in the California desert could serve as a template for the future of water management. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3il2Crr

New study suggests that aquaporin could be key to repairing corneal defects

Corneal defects often heal themselves, but serious injuries that are left untreated can result in inflammation, infection, ulceration and even blindness. A new study provides exciting evidence supporting the involvement of aquaporins in corneal cell proliferation and nerve regeneration and suggests aquaporin 5 (AQP5) induction as a potential therapy to accelerate the resurfacing of corneal defects, report scientists. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3meZ5Me

Ecuador prison 'gang war' leaves more than 100 dead

Police have stormed a jail in Guayaquil after violence broke out between prisoners. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oiYbB9

Nazi Stutthof camp secretary flees as German trial starts

Irmgard Furchner is accused of complicity in more than 11,000 murders but the judge says she has fled. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3F3V3io

Sarkozy: Ex-French president gets jail sentence over campaign funding

The former French president is found guilty of illegally funding his unsuccessful 2012 re-election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oqC5wJ

Britney Spears: Singer 'on cloud nine' after conservatorship ruling

The singer posted footage of her flying a plane after a judge suspended her father as conservator. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kScgTZ

Shakira: Singer attacked by a pair of wild boars

The Colombian singer was walking in a park in Barcelona, Spain, with her son when the animals struck. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3okNbTH

Israel foreign minister makes historic visit to Bahrain

It is the first such trip since the two countries established diplomatic relations last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ikZnjA

How high-fat diets allow cancer cells to go unnoticed

The immune system relies on cell surface tags to recognize cancer cells. Researchers discovered mice who ate high-fat diets produced less of these tags on their intestinal cells, suppressing the ability of immune cells to identify and eliminate intestinal tumors. The high-fat diet also reduced the presence of certain bacteria in the mice's gut, which normally helps maintain the production of these tags. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ASw0wr

Life expectancy gap between black and white Americans closes nearly 50 percent in 30 years

Persistent gaps in life expectancy between Black and white Americans have been highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, this gap has narrowed by nearly 50 percent in three decades, largely due to improvements among Black Americans, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zUJI0l

Russia threatens YouTube ban for deleting RT channels

RT’s German channels were deleted by YouTube for breaching its Covid misinformation policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kSnPul

Beirut port blast: Victims' families protest at probe's suspension

No-one has yet been held accountable for the August 2020 blast, which killed 219 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YeAEqa

Sheriff Tiraspol: Champions League team from an unrecognised state

Sheriff Tiraspol are the 'kings' of Moldovan football, but their power and backing comes from a disputed territory on the Ukraine border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kMVu8z

Cruise ships must be effectively regulated to minimize serious environment and health impact

The cruise ship industry should be subject to global monitoring and effective legislation because of its continuous increasing impact on both the environment and human health and wellbeing, according to new research. The review finds that cruising is a major source of environmental pollution and degradation, with air, water, soil, fragile habitats and areas and wildlife affected. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CT14ws

Birds' eye size offers clues to coevolutionary arms race between brood parasites, hosts

Eye size likely plays a role in the contest between avian brood parasites -- birds that lay their eggs in the nests of other species -- and their hosts, who sometimes detect the foreign eggs and eject or abandon them, scientists report. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zSNkje

Study suggests R rate for tracking pandemic should be dropped in favour of 'nowcasts'

When the COVID-19 pandemic emerged in 2020, the R rate became well-known shorthand for the reproduction of the disease. Yet a new study suggests it's time for 'A Farewell to R' in favour of a different approach based on the growth rate of infection rather than contagiousness. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3B7hqRT

Soft pressure sensor breakthrough solves field's most challenging bottleneck

Researchers solved one of the biggest problems with existing wearable pressure sensors: even the slightest amount of pressure, something as light as a tight long sleeve shirt over a sensor, can throw them off track -- and they did it by innovating a first-ever hybrid sensing approach that allows the device to possess properties of the two predominant types of sensors in use today. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kSpznk

Signs of ecosystem collapse in significant PNG wetland

A new study has identified warning signs of ecosystem collapse at a wetland of international significance in Papua New Guinea. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kOWZDp

Study links air pollution to nearly 6 million preterm births around the world

Air pollution likely contributed to almost 6 million premature births and almost 3 million underweight babies in 2019, according to a global burden of disease study and meta-analysis that quantifies the effects of indoor and outdoor pollution around the world. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ofRm3h

Vitamin A treatment trial for Covid loss of smell

Volunteers will receive brain scans and be asked to sniff powerful odours such as rotten eggs and roses. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CVFPKE

Amazon's algorithms taken to task in landmark bill

Warehouse workers can no longer be sacked for time off task if they have good reason to take breaks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kOxJx6

Children do not understand concept of others having false beliefs until age 6 or 7

Understanding how others think, including the ability of other people to hold false beliefs, is important for social interaction. Called theory of mind, this ability has been thought to occur in children around age 4 years. New research suggests otherwise and shows that children do not understand others' false beliefs until age 6 or 7 years. Young children can pass theory-of-mind experiments using rudimentary concepts of seeing and knowing, without an understanding of mental representation. This work has implications for development and education. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3mqysnV

The vicious circle of high academic achievement

For some teenagers, the new school year means reuniting with their friends. For others, it means an increase in anxiety and in the pressure to succeed and get good grades. According to researchers, this can lead to perfectionism and, in turn, to anxiety and depression. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3oj9KbC

Plant compound may protect bees from deadly virus that makes them lose their way home

Around the world, honeybees are dying in large numbers. This die-off is in part because of a deadly virus that can kill bees or impair their ability to return to the hives after foraging. But researchers now show that a cheap and naturally occurring chemical compound could prevent or reverse the effects of the virus in bees. Bees that were fed the compound before becoming infected were nine times more likely to survive the virus after five days; by monitoring hives in real time, the researchers also showed that bees that were fed the compound were more likely to return to the hive at the end of a foraging day. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CUCIlT

Tracking muscle activity with clothes on your back

Researchers have developed a bioelectrical sensor that is convenient and low-cost. The sensor measures electromyography signals that are generated in muscles when they contract and are useful for studying muscle fatigue and recovery, and they have the potential to inform diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular diseases. The biosensor, made of silver paste with a layer of gold nanoparticles on top, is directly integrated onto a piece of clothing. The result was a detector that was both conductive and nonirritating to the skin. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zRRRCA

Whole-heart computational modeling provides insights for individualized treatment

To pursue a better mechanistic understanding of ventricular arrhythmias, researchers are turning to whole-heart computational models, which are currently witnessing an evolution of a variety of computational approaches, especially within the realm of personalized technologies. They describe the progress using various computational approaches to address the mechanisms of cardiac dysfunction and issues related to the clinical application of computation-driven diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for cardiac disease and arrhythmias. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ukON0S

La Palma volcano: Family's anguish as lava destroys 'miracle house'

The owners of the so-called miracle house are devastated after it succumbed to the lava flow. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zOVNnB

Scorching La Palma lava fizzes as it hits ocean

Clouds of steam rise as the red-hot current makes contact with the Atlantic on the Spanish island. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3m15bzO

Ecuador jail: Dozens killed in Guayaquil prison fight

It is the latest in a series of deadly incidents as rival gang members fight for control of prisons. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zW9Esh

Nasal microbiota holds clues to who will develop symptoms from novel coronavirus

The microbiota in the nose and upper throat likely contains biomarkers for assessing how sick an individual infected with SARS-CoV-2 may get and for developing new treatment strategies to improve their outcome, researchers say. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39Z6ZE1

Power of stem cells harnessed to create cartilage tissue

Researchers have invented a new way to generate human cartilage tissue from stem cells. The technique could pave the way for the development of a much-needed new treatment for people with cartilage damage. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3uh93QM

Anti-seizure medication improves cognitive function in some Alzheimer’s patients

An inexpensive anti-seizure medication markedly improves learning and memory and other cognitive functions in Alzheimer's patients who have epileptic activity in their brains, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3o9JgsW

How SNPs can be used to detect disease pathways

Researchers have developed a new computational tool that can identify pathways related to diseases, including breast and prostate cancer, using single-nucleotide polymorphisms. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3F2wbYy

Deep roots of the 'Anthropocene' can be found in tropical forests

A new special edition of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences showcases multidisciplinary approaches to exploring human impacts on tropical forests and their associated Earth systems. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3m873a4

Experimental drug development approach points to better targeted therapies for treatment-resistant leukemia

New research shows why some drugs in clinical trials for treating a form of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) often fail and demonstrates a way to restore their effectiveness. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CRiklD

New imaging system reveals solar panel defects even in bright sunlight

Researchers describe how a unique combination of new hardware and software allows defects in solar panels to be clearly imaged and analyzed even in bright light. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lZb9kw

Capturing light: New ergonomic photodetector for the trillion-sensor era

Light-to-frequency conversion circuits (LFCs) are often used to overcome setbacks faced by conventional ultra-low power light sensors. However, use of LFCs can lead to chip area wastage and poor performance of photosensors. Researchers have now developed a highly photosensitive LFC with improved chip area economy, high tuneability, and superior compatibility with flexible electronics. This novel photodetector system can be used in the newly envisioned Internet-of-things (IOT) sensor systems. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ibu0YQ

Additional threat to Antarctica’s floating ice shelves

Ice melange, a slushy mixture of snow and ice chunks, can heal large rifts in Antarctica's ice shelves. Researchers found that a thinning of ice melange may have enabled a Delaware-sized iceberg to break off from the Larsen C ice shelf in 2017. A new article has the scientists' analysis of the dynamics behind large iceberg calving events. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ocwJF9

Dinosaurs’ ascent driven by volcanoes powering climate change

The rise of dinosaurs coincided with environmental changes driven by major volcanic eruptions over 230 million years ago, a new study reveals. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39L4rcs

Australian researchers uncover fossil of new eagle species

Palaeontologists from Australia found the 'exceptional' fossilised remains in 2016. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZyqPDT

New approach to breast cancer prevention

Researchers suggest that advances in breast cancer prevention research have resulted in new and innovative opportunities to modify breast cancer risk and potentially reduce breast cancer incidence and mortality. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kNooFD

Crayfish get more interesting at bigger parties

In many North American lakes, a tiny clawed creature has become a big bully. The invasive rusty crayfish roams lakebeds, snapping up snails, bivalves, and water plants, cutting off food supplies for native crayfish and other animals. And when they're feeling saucy, some mount daring raids on fish eggs, reducing sport-fish populations. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3iexsSx

Male giraffes are more socially connected than females

Although female giraffes have closer 'friends' than male giraffes, male giraffes have more 'acquaintances' than females, according to new research. The study demonstrates that giraffes form a complex multilevel society that is driven by differences in the social connections among individuals, which could have conservation implications for the endangered giraffes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EV3tZz

Answering a century-old question on the origins of life

The missing link isn't a not-yet-discovered fossil, after all. It's a tiny, self-replicating globule called a coacervate droplet, developed by researchers to represent the evolution of chemistry into biology. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3oaOg0p

Passage of recreational cannabis laws leads to some rise in use but not for all demographics

The U.S. is seeing an increased use of cannabis resulting from its legalization for recreational purposes. The findings showed that passage of the laws led to a rise in the odds of past-year and past-month cannabis use among individuals of Hispanic, Other and non-Hispanic whites compared to the period prior to enacting laws for recreational use. However, legalization did not lead to use more frequently, or cannabis use disorder among these groups. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zPkqRl

Afghanistan: US General Mark Milley to face questions

US troops left Afghanistan in August after the capital, Kabul, fell once more to Taliban militants. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3uiy2Dq

Germany election: Coalition talks begin after close election

The election is over but months of talks are just getting started to see who will be chancellor. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CRkx0z

Blast tears through Gothenburg apartment block, injuring 16

Police suspect the explosion and subsequent fire may have been caused deliberately. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kKJqVx

Haiti polls postponed after electoral body is dissolved

The prime minister dismissed the electoral council and no new date has been set for elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3uiWx3f

Mark Rutte: Dutch PM's security stepped up over gang threat

There are fears that Mark Rutte could be the target of an attack or kidnapping. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3uh6JJN

A 3D-printed vaccine patch offers vaccination without a shot

Scientists have created a 3D-printed vaccine patch that provides greater protection than a typical vaccine shot. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ukFzS7

Afghanistan: Social media users delete profiles over fear of attack

Prominent online critics of the Islamist group in Afghanistan remove content over fear of attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Y2v7TH

Beirut port explosion investigation suspended for second time

Families of the victims of the catastrophe react angrily after the investigating judge is taken off. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XMphW1

Reducing tropical cyclone impacts: The double benefit of climate protection through both limiting and delaying global warming

Increasing global warming from currently one to two degrees Celsius by mid-century might lead to about 25 percent more people put at risk by tropical cyclones, a new study finds. Already today, hurricanes and typhoons are among the most destructive natural disasters worldwide and potentially threaten about 150 million people each year. Adding to climate change, population growth further drives tropical cyclone exposure, especially in coastal areas of East African countries and the United States. Considering the joint impact of climate change and population growth provides an untapped potential to protect a changing world population. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3icwFBs

Ultrathin quantum dot LED that can be folded freely as paper

Scientists have unveiled an ultrathin quantum dot LED that can be folded as freely as paper. The new device can be folded into complex 3D structures such as butterflies, airplanes, and pyramids. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2ZAMkEe

COVID-19 pandemic has caused the biggest decrease in life expectancy since World War II, study finds

A dataset on mortality from 29 countries, spanning most of Europe, the United States and Chile, found that 27 countries saw reductions in life expectancy in 2020, and at a scale which wiped out years of progress on mortality. The large declines in life expectancy in the U.S. can partly be explained by the notable increase in mortality at working ages observed in 2020. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AYnWKg

Finger tracing enhances learning: Evidence for 100-year-old practice used by Montessori

A practice used by education pioneer Montessori in the early 1900s has received further validation, with studies showing that finger tracing makes learning easier and more motivating. Imagining an object after tracing it can generate even faster learning, for children and adults alike. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EX5UdN

Instagram for kids paused after backlash

Facebook delays its child-friendly Instagram version to do more work with concerned parents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kIkcHm

South Korea's president mulls dog meat ban as consumption wanes

An estimated one million dogs are slaughtered in South Korea for human consumption each year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zKwHXg

Hyena scavenging provides public health and economic benefits to African cities

Hyenas are frequently vilified and often feared. Hemingway once described the hyena as a stinking, foul devourer of the dead, with jaws that crack the bones the lion leaves. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2WjyoNC

Hungry or full: It comes down to the atomic details

A protein - measuring just a few nanometers in size - acts as a molecular switch with a crucial role in determining whether we feel hungry or full. By determining of the protein's 3D structure, researchers were able to visualize the molecular structures of the hormones with which this protein -- melanocortin 4 receptor (MC4R) -- interacts. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CVPEbv

When accidents happen, drones weigh their options

Flying cars, drones, and other urban aerial mobility vehicles have real potential to provide efficient transportation and delivery solutions, but what happens if a drone delivering cheeseburgers breaks down over a city park or in the middle of a crowded street? Researchers developed a method to measure vehicles' ability to recover and complete its mission safely. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kHQTEG

Taking the guesswork out of genetic engineering

If necessity is the mother of invention, frustration is the father. When scientists kept running into aggravating problems with the existing tools and methods they were using to perform genetic engineering experiments, they decided to make better ones. They teamed up and created an integrated pipeline called STAMPScreen that combines novel algorithms, a new gene cloning technique, and powerful next-generation sequencing technology to help scientists get from a database to results quickly, easily, and frustration-free. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Y3CQAW

Learning helps tobacco hawkmoths to select a nectar source and oviposition site more efficiently

Researchers have gained new insights into the learning ability of tobacco hawkmoths. In two recent publications, they report that learning odors does not only play a role in foraging, but that female moths are also influenced by previously learned odors when choosing a host plant to lay their eggs. In this context, a single deposited egg on a certain plant is sufficient for the moth's choice to visit the same plant species again even after 24 hours. In contrast, the moth's second nose, the tip of the proboscis on which olfactory sensory cells have also been identified, does not appear to play a role in learning odors and making odor-guided foraging decisions. The results provide clues to the adaptability of these insects to their environment. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AOq4Em

This is what it looks like when a black hole snacks on a star

Analyzing observations of an X-ray flare and fitting the data with theoretical models, astronomers documented a fatal encounter between an unlucky star and a black hole. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3uh2Lki

Spouses really are together in sickness and in health suggests new study

Examining spouses from Japan and the Netherlands, a new study suggests that couples have a high degree of commonality in body shape, blood pressure, and even incidences of some diseases. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3uh2L3M

Fire, smoke and colour as Ethiopians mark Meskel

Worshippers gathered to mark the eve of one of the country's biggest Orthodox Christian festivals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kIdtgs

Healthy changes in diet, activity improved treatment-resistant high blood pressure

A healthy eating plan, weight loss and improved aerobic fitness can significantly reduce blood pressure and improve heart health in people with resistant hypertension -- a condition in which blood pressure remains high despite the use of three or more antihypertensive medications. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3oc2XAj

‘Back to basics’ approach helps unravel new phase of matter

A new phase of matter, thought to be understandable only using quantum physics, can be studied with far simpler classical methods. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Wfx8uO

German election: Seven things we learned

Seats, Schleswig and an ex-spy: here are some of the sidelights from Sunday's vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39JJz5j

Papers gripped by Germany's era of uncertainty

Newspapers across Europe are watching the knife-edge results in Germany with a high degree of concern for the country's - and continent's - future course. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zOEumK

German election: Green Party speaks of 'fantastic campaign'

Annalena Baerbock said the numbers were "fantastic" for the Green Party in Germany's election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AJMruU

Hakuho: Sumo wrestling's greatest champion retires

Hakuho has recorded more wins, titles and perfect championships than any other sumo wrestler. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3COJRnN

Crete struck by strong earthquake

Local media reports say at least one person was killed and several injured after buildings collapsed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zIpcQr

Power outages hit homes in north-east China

An ongoing electricity shortage affecting factories has now spread to some homes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lV7W5G

Swipe left or right? Germany's election dating game, explained

The leaders of the two biggest parties are now in a race to convince potential partners to join a coalition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i7fdOQ

German elections usher in political change with a small 'c'

While voting patterns are changing, none of the front-running parties can be described as radical. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i9D54h

COP26: Australia PM undecided on attending crucial climate summit

The coal-supporting nation has faced increasing pressure to commit to a net-zero emissions target. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i9w4k6

China Evergrande: What the company's debt crisis means for the world

The property giant has missed an interest payment deadline, fuelling concerns that it will collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oc8bfo

German elections: Centre left take narrow lead in tight vote

Social Democrat leader Olaf Scholz says he has a "clear mandate" but his rival refuses to give up. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39CmZeM

In rural Afghanistan, a family welcomes Taliban rule

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen travels to Helmand province, a month after the hardline Islamists took control. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zJ193V

Xianzi: The #MeToo icon China is trying to silence

A court has thrown out a high-profile sexual harassment case. Can China's feminist movement survive? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CL5tl2

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Why are hundreds of aid trucks stranded?

The UN says hundreds of trucks have not returned from Tigray and it's affecting the flow of aid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39EcRSC

India's misunderstood maharajahs

Indian princes were often stereotyped as lazy hedonists, but they were serious political figures. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Y2aBm7

Dalai Lama backs bid to save Edinburgh cafe he inspired

Reka Gawa opened the Himalaya Cafe after a chance meeting with the spiritual leader almost 20 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3m03ClI

Interviewing the Taliban: 'Still now I am terrified'

Afghan news anchor Beheshta Arghand made history when she interviewed the Taliban. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3obf3K8

How climate change is making inequality worse, especially for children

Children will face up to three times as many extreme climate events as their grandparents, research suggests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XTS7Ug

Manta rays inspire new device to filter microplastics

Wastewater plants release microplastics into the environment, but could manta rays hold the key to a solution? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AF3BcZ

San Marino votes to legalise abortion in referendum

Over three quarters of voters approved changes to the total ban on abortion in the European enclave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3o9Gwvr

Afghanistan: Taliban ban Helmand barbers from trimming beards

The hardline group says anyone cutting beards will be punished as it breaches their reading of Islamic law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lY5Cek

German election: CDU leader 'not happy' with exit poll result

Armin Laschet thanks Angela Merkel for her service as chancellor - but says he is not happy with the election result so far. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XSx3gX

Smartphone sensor data has potential to detect cannabis intoxication

A smartphone sensor, much like what is used in GPS systems, might be a way to determine whether or not someone is intoxicated after consuming marijuana, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zE7ldj

Sudan: Ethiopian troops 'repelled' after al-Fashaga advance

Ethiopia denies Sudan's claim of an incursion in the disputed al-Fashaga border region on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kEMnHc

Iceland elects Europe's first female majority parliament

Iceland becomes the sixth country in the world with a parliament where 50% of seats are held by women. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Y1LpvV

Switzerland same-sex marriage: Voters set to back yes

Projections suggest more than 60% have voted yes to the proposal, already law in most of western Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3o8hDjT

Four Palestinians killed in Israeli West Bank raid against militants

Israel said it was conducting raids against Hamas militants who were planning an attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CRu8EL

Amtrak train derails in Montana, killing three and injuring dozens

Dozens of people are injured after several carriages of the Amtrak train came off the tracks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lZEU4P

Nuclear weapons: Explained in numbers

Reality Check takes a look at the facts and figures behind the world's nuclear weapons from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EVjbnd

COP26: What is the Glasgow climate conference and why is it important?

A crucial climate change summit is being held in the UK- who's going and what's at stake? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Zynvc3

Letter from Africa: The wonders of Somali cuisine and a taste of home

Ethiopian and Eritrean food is well known globally, but this is your chance to discover Somali cooking. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZnCOUI

German elections: Voters decide who will take charge after Merkel

The election race could barely be tighter as voters decide who will run Europe's biggest economy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EU6pFK

Rwanda genocide 'kingpin' Théoneste Bagosora dies in prison

Bagosora was serving a 35-year sentence for his role in the massacre of 800,000 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i5DPqU

Global Citizen Live: Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran feature in 24-hour concert

The Global Citizen: Live festival will see performances from more than 60 artists in six continents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kN89IZ

ICYMI: Taxi gardens and Egypt's pharaohs on a pencil

Abandoned taxis being used to grow vegetables and other stories you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3udFY8M

New technique speeds measurement of ultrafast pulses

Researchers have developed a time-domain single-pixel imaging technique to speed the measurement of ultrafast pulses in infrared and far infrared wavelengths. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3i7558N

In the race to reduce car emissions, don't forget longevity

The debate on green vehicles often focuses on fuel efficiency and alternative fuels, with the transition to fuel alternatives commonly being considered better for the environment the faster it is. A new study shows that keeping and using existing fuel-efficient cars a little longer can actually reduce CO? emissions even with gasoline cars. Thus, a gradual transition and policies that encourage a change in consumption patterns are also key for reducing overall emissions. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XPYCrv

Machine learning uncovers 'genes of importance' in agriculture and medicine

Machine learning can pinpoint 'genes of importance' that help crops to grow with less fertilizer, according to a new study. It can also predict additional traits in plants and disease outcomes in animals, illustrating its applications beyond agriculture. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3D0rL2z

Afghanistan: Taliban hang bodies as warning in city of Herat, say reports

The alleged kidnappers are reportedly hung in public, a day after a warning executions would resume. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3udRfGw

Canadians Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig freed by China arrive home

The two were released after a Huawei executive was freed in Canada, ending a three-year diplomatic row. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AGMSWR

Seven killed in suicide attack near Somalia's presidential palace

The Islamist militant group Al-Shabab has claimed responsibility for the attack in the capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3u9SUgb

R. Kelly trial: A look at the key moments as jury deliberates

The five-week trial heard harrowing details of abuse and assault. Here are the key moments. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3i1UX12

Insights from our genome and epigenome will help prevent, diagnose and treat cancer

In 2020, an estimated 10 million people lost their lives to cancer. This devastating disease is underpinned by changes to our DNA – the instruction manual for all our cells. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zGFU2u

Gamma rays and neutrinos from mellow supermassive black holes

The Universe is filled with energetic particles, such as X rays, gamma rays, and neutrinos. However, most of the high-energy cosmic particles' origins remain unexplained. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EMr2DD

Canary Islands: Firefighters retreat as volcano intensifies

Hundreds of homes have been destroyed and thousands displaced since the volcano erupted on Sunday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3m0bdkf

Kenyan policeman wakes up from coma to find he was sacked

Neither his family nor the police force could locate Reuben Kimutai Lel, who was actually in hospital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EQPALV

Angela Merkel: A career in pictures

As Angela Merkel steps down as German chancellor, we take a look back at the photos documenting her career. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EZn8rg

New cause of inherited heart condition discovered

The discovery provides a new causal explanation for 1-2% of adults with the condition. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AEtsBX

Tiny lasers acting together as one: Topological vertical cavity laser arrays

An international research team uses topological platform to demonstrate coherent array of vertical lasers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3u7F3qH

Detained Huawei boss due in court amid deal reports

Chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou has been detained in Canada over US fraud charges since 2018. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AHbxu6

Observations confirm that aerosols formed from plant emitted compounds can make clouds brighter

An observational study confirms a prevailing theory that volatile organic compounds emitted by vegetation form atmospheric aerosols which make clouds more reflective. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lUMXjm

Radiation therapy reprograms heart muscle cells to younger state

New research suggests that radiation therapy can reprogram heart muscle cells to what appears to be a younger state, fixing electrical problems that cause a life-threatening arrhythmia without the need for a long-used, invasive procedure. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zDKAq2

German election: Climate protesters rally in cities

They want the next government to do more to limit global heating and to end the use of coal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XOwWD2

Syria war: UN calculates new death toll

It says that the actual number is bound to be higher than its tally, 10 years after the war began. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ALoaVm

China declares all crypto-currency transactions illegal

Trading Bitcoin and other crypto-currenices is a criminal activity, China's central bank says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lSnd7j

Lab grown tumor models could improve treatment for pancreatic cancer

An international team of scientists have created a three-dimensional (3D) pancreatic cancer tumour model in the laboratory, combining a bioengineered matrix and patient-derived cells that could be used to develop and test targeted treatments. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EGLWnA

Aging the unageable: New way to age lobsters

Researchers have developed a new way of determining the age of a lobster based on its DNA. Lobsters are notoriously difficult to age. Nobody knows exactly how old they can get, and some experts have estimated they could live on the ocean floor for as long as a century or more. Until now, a lobster's age has usually been estimated using its size - but this is inaccurate as individual lobsters grow at different rates. The new DNA-based technique could help manage lobster fisheries more sustainably. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3o4Xyec

Wide heads help sperm swim together

Researchers used machine learning to discover that sperm with a wide head relative to length are more likely to clump together and swim collectively, a rare behavior that sometimes helps them reach an egg faster. The study provides a new method for understanding how form and function are related in cells with complex behaviors in all animals, including humans. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3i0GeU4

The defensive arsenal of plant roots

Plants adapt to their nutritional needs by modifying the permeability of their roots through the production or degradation of a cork-like layer called suberin. By studying the regulation of this protective layer in Arabidopsis thaliana, an international team has discovered four molecular factors responsible for the genetic activation of suberin. The identification of these factors allowed the production of plants with roots that are continuously covered -- or, on the contrary, completely devoid -- of suberin. These factors are of major interest for the selection of plants more resistant to environmental stresses. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3o34Uio

Fashion giant Saint Laurent to ban use of fur in 2022

The fashion house's parent company, Kering, says all its brands will be fur-free by autumn 2022. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39xy155

Afghanistan: Executions will return, says senior Taliban official

Extreme punishments like executions and amputations will resume in Afghanistan, says the Taliban's head of prisons. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EPW1yP

Jitender Maan Gogi: India gangster shot dead in Delhi court

Two men dressed as lawyers opened fire in court on a man police detained on charges of murder and extortion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Zjrsky

CIA 'removes Vienna boss' over Havana syndrome outbreak

The mysterious illness has affected dozens of US personnel in the Austrian capital, US media report. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lRHt9b

New Zealand council's Zoom talks go viral as pretend meeting

A New Zealand committee meeting gets almost 300,000 views as people use it to avoid being disturbed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zE1mWb

A new method for removing lead from drinking water

Engineers designed a relatively low-cost, energy-efficient approach to treating water contaminated with heavy metals such as lead. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3i3uss2

Researchers translate insect defense chemicals into eerie sounds

Sawfly larvae protect themselves by secreting cocktails of unpleasant, volatile chemicals intended to repel predators, particularly ants. Researchers can assess the effectiveness of these defenses by staging meetups, so-called bioassays, between prey and predator. But entomologist have taken a different approach, translating the secretions' chemical composition into sounds, and measuring how humans react. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3i1hniP

Therapy using dual immune system cells effectively controls neuroblastoma

A newly developed immunotherapy that simultaneously uses modified immune-fighting cells to home in on and attack two antigens, or foreign substances, on cancer cells was highly effective in mice implanted with human neuroblastoma tissue. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2W5TTkO

Metastatic prostate cancer comes in two forms, which could guide treatment

Scientists have identified two subtypes of metastatic prostate cancer that respond differently to treatment, information that could one day guide physicians in treating patients with the therapies best suited to their disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39MflPf

How poxviruses multiply

Poxviruses have found a unique way of translating their genes into proteins in the infected organism. Scientists of the have been able to gain atomic-level insights into the functioning of the molecular machinery involved in the process. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XKODUJ

Helmut Oberlander: Ex-Nazi death squad interpreter dies at 97 in Canada

Helmut Oberlander is believed to have been the last suspected Nazi war criminal in Canada. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lPpOPu

Eliyantha White: Sri Lankan shaman dies of Covid after touting cure

Eliyantha White said his anti-Covid potion could be poured into rivers to end the pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3APLO33

The Wire creator avoids filming new show in Texas over abortion law

David Simon says he "can't and won't ask female cast/crew to forgo civil liberties to film there". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zACr5B

Eitan Biran: Italy cable car survivor to stay in Israel amid custody fight

Relatives are fighting over who should care for Eitan Biran, the sole survivor of a cable car crash. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XQv4dq

New online tool to help residents reduce the impact of traffic-related air pollution

Researchers have released a new online tool to help schools, hospitals and residents understand and reduce the impact of traffic-related air pollution. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lTEBIU

Non-native fish are main consumers of salmon in reservoirs

When warmwater fish species like bass, walleye and crappie that are not native to the Pacific Northwest, but prized by some anglers, overlap with baby spring chinook salmon in reservoirs in Oregon's Willamette River they consume more baby salmon than native fish per individual, new research found. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XWuT0d

UK Covid vaccine rules cause hesitancy - Africa health chief

The UK's refusal to accept vaccine certificates from Africa could increase hesitancy, says Africa CDC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XNo7do

Switching on a superfluid

We can learn a lot by studying microscopic and macroscopic changes in a material as it crosses from one phase to another, for example from ice to water to steam. A new study examines systems transitioning from 'normal' fluid to a quantum state known as a superfluid, which can flow with zero friction, with a view to future, superfluid-based, quantum technologies, such as ultra-low energy electronics. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CKB8Dn

Are too many Phase III cancer clinical trials set up to fail?

New research finds four out of five cancer therapies tested in Phase III trials do not achieve clinically-meaningful benefit in prolonging survival, and is the first study to quantify the number of false-positive, false-negative, and true-negative trial results. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39t67am

Artificial intelligence may be set to reveal climate-change tipping points

Researchers are developing artificial intelligence that could assess climate change tipping points. The deep learning algorithm could act as an early warning system against runaway climate change. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lRp6B7

Different types of cancers are likely to spread to specific areas of the brain

Brain metastasis occurs when cancer in one part of the body spreads to the brain. The lifetime incidence of such metastatic brain tumors in cancer patients is between 20%-45%, research shows. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nXB1jD

Continental growth is not a continuous process

The continents, a specific feature of our planet, still hold many secrets. Using chemical data on sedimentary rocks compiled from the scientific literature from the 1980s to the present day, researchers have uncovered a new geological history of the continents. The research shows that their growth was not a continuous process, and that they have always been rich in silica1. This new study calls into question certain models of the onset of plate tectonics and provides us with a better understanding of continental growth through time. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kwSOMq

US Haiti envoy quits over migrant deportations

Daniel Foote called the US decision to deport Haitian migrants "inhumane". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CJzXE9

EU rules to force USB-C chargers for all phones

Manufacturers could be forced to change devices to a uniform charging port. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CITKDJ

The epic adventures of the Gilgamesh Dream tablet

How an ancient story of a superhuman god ended up in all sorts of unexpected places. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kz7BpE

Morocco's Khadija rape case: Eleven jailed for 20 years

The woman's lawyer says he will appeal, describing the 20-year sentences as "not tough." from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ELVE8c

Melvin Van Peebles: 'Godfather of black cinema' dies at 89

Melvin Van Peebles, famous for 70s films including Watermelon Man, died in New York aged 89. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ADqu0l

Melbourne earthquake: Australians react to rare quake that rattled country

One resident thought the 5.9 magnitude quake was just his neighbours doing an intense workout. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kvLSz2

Cavers descend into Yemen's 'Well of Hell' for first time

The 112m-deep pit has long been shunned by many local people, who believe it harbours genies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nVWmK9

Intermittent fasting can help manage metabolic disease

Eating your daily calories within a consistent window of 8-10 hours is a powerful strategy to prevent and manage chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease, according to a new article. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nWPhJb

Gigantic cavity in space sheds new light on how stars form

Astronomers have discovered an enormous cavity in space while mapping interstellar dust. The sphere-shaped phenomenon may explain how supernovae lead to star formation. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hYVWyR

Children’s dislike of cauliflower, broccoli could be written in their microbiome

Many children, as well as adults, dislike Brassica vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts. In the mouth, enzymes from these vegetables and from bacteria in saliva can produce unpleasant, sulfurous odors. Now, researchers have found that levels of these volatile compounds are similar in parent-child pairs, suggesting shared oral microbiomes. They also found that high levels cause children to dislike the vegetables. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39sG5nz

Color coding molecular mirror images

Researchers report a new method for distinguishing between enantiomers, molecules that are mirror images of each other. The procedure, relevant for the pharmaceutical industry, involves the chemical reaction of target enantiomers with color indicator compounds consisting of one-handed helical polymers, leading to solutions showing different colors in specific solvents between the enantiomers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39q6pi8

Maritime rope could be adding billions of microplastics to the ocean every year

A new study has explored the potential for rope to become a source of microplastic pollution in the marine environment. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EHjwtL

Sonic hedgehog protein pathway stimulation could help Parkinson's patients

Levodopa, or L-dopa, is considered the most effective treatment for Parkinson's disease today. After a few years of treatment, however, almost all patients develop a debilitating side-effect called L-dopa induced dyskinesia, or LID, which causes involuntary movements in the limbs, face, and torso. Deep brain stimulation can alleviate LID, but the procedure is highly invasive and not all patients are eligible. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EElkDL

Scientists ID sterol essential for oil accumulation in plants

Scientists seeking to unravel the details of how plants produce and accumulate oil have identified a new essential component of the assembly line. They discovered a particular sterol -- a molecule related to cholesterol -- that plays a key role in the formation of oil droplets. The findings may suggest new ways to engineer the oil content of a variety of plant tissues for potential applications in bioenergy, chemical engineering, and nutrition. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nXTGfa

Infants have more microplastics in their feces than adults

Microplastics -- tiny plastic pieces less than 5 mm in size -- are everywhere, from indoor dust to food to bottled water. So it's not surprising that scientists have detected these particles in the feces of people and pets. Now, in a small pilot study, researchers have discovered that infants have higher amounts of one type of microplastic in their stool than adults. Health effects, if any, are uncertain. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39szERr

Hoverflies navigate using sun and body clock

Hoverflies use a combination of the sun and their body clock to navigate when they fly south for the winter, new research shows. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XzGdPs

Predicting a riot: Social inequality leads to vandalism in experiments

Social inequality can incite collective violence in an experimental setting, finds a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3o4UbUu

President Biden pledges 500m more vaccine doses to developing world

This would bring the total US commitment on vaccines shared overseas to 1.1 bn. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EDbDpj

Myanmar: Whole town flees amid fierce fighting

Fighting between the army and militia forces in Thantlang, Chin state, has worsened in recent days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nXdbo3

La Palma volcano buries homes under molten rock in Canary Islands

Lava from the erupting Cumbre Vieja volcano is destroying hundreds of buildings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tZrEAO

Ukraine leader's aide survives assassination attempt

President Zelensky vows a strong response after his aide's car is struck by a volley of bullets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3u38ASd

The Many Saints of Newark: Sopranos prequel impresses many critics

Michael Gandolfini plays a teenage Tony Soprano, who was portrayed by his father James on TV. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XPpqrZ

Lithuania urges people to throw away Chinese phones

The country's National Cyber Security Centre found security risks in both Xiaomi and Huawei models. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XFpr1u

German cashier shooting linked to Covid-19 conspiracies

A man suspected of killing a cashier is linked to conspiracy theorists and far-right politics. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hYKL9w

Melbourne protests: Third day of violent anti-vaccine demonstrations

Demonstrators have been marching against lockdowns and mandatory vaccines in Australia's second largest city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nULQCU

Angry scenes at Haiti airport as deported migrants arrive

The US is flying migrants out of a Texas border town where 13,000 have gathered in makeshift camps. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3u3xMI9

Covishield: UK recognises Covid jab after India outcry

With more than 721 million doses administered so far, Covishield is India's most widely used vaccine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39scFGa

Pew study: Little change in India's religious make-up in 70 years

The population trebled in 70 years but saw few changes to its religious composition, a study shows. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tWBsM3

Novel assay finds new mechanism underlying red blood cell aging

A multifaceted microfluidic in vitro assay is helping to identify the role of hypoxia on red blood cell aging via the biomechanical pathways. It holds promise for investigating hypoxic effects on the metastatic potential and relevant drug resistance of cancer cells. It also can be a useful tool to predict the mechanical performance of natural and artificial red blood cells for transfusion purposes and to further extend to red blood cells in other blood diseases and other cell types. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nSsq1v

Afghan girls school ban would be un-Islamic, Pakistan PM says

Prime Minister Imran Khan speaks to the BBC's John Simpson about events in neighbouring Afghanistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ENREV1

World faces decisive decade - Biden

Joe Biden calls for joint action on world problems in his first speech to UN General Assembly as US president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3At5h9i

Russian students grieve after deadly Perm university attack

The city of Perm is holding a day of mourning after a gunman killed six people, including teenagers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lHHa0x

World War Two: The brothers who fled Nazi occupation by kayak

The "Engelandvaarders" who paddled from the Netherlands to England 80 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Zk9BtW

Drone helps researchers find fresh water in the sea at Easter Island

Researchers have demonstrated the effectiveness of using drones to locate freshwater sources at Easter Island. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XLX81x

Compact amplifier could revolutionize optical communication

Researchers present a unique optical amplifier that is expected to revolutionize both space and fiber communication. The new amplifier offers high performance, is compact enough to integrate into a chip just millimeters in size, and -- crucially -- does not generate excess noise. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nPYtza

Elephants benefit from having older siblings, especially sisters

A study of semi-captive Asian elephants in Myanmar has found that calves benefit from having older sisters more than older brothers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XCHd5T

A new way to solve the ‘hardest of the hard’ computer problems

Researchers have found a way to make what is called reservoir computing work between 33 and a million times faster, with significantly fewer computing resources and less data input needed. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AtgiYp

New AI tool accelerates discovery of truly new materials

Researchers have created an artificial intelligence tool that reduces the time and effort required to discover truly new materials, and has already led to the discovery of four new materials. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tXx0MY

New Zealand Covid: Men caught smuggling KFC into lockdown-hit Auckland

The pair, who were also carrying large amounts of cash, could face six months in prison. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EFiRZV

Imran Khan: Afghan women 'are very strong'

Pakistan's prime minster suggests that, in time, women can "assert their rights" under the Taliban. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EDbLVO

Japanese Knotweed extract could cut cancer risk of processed meat

Scientists have developed processed red meat that includes added natural substitutes which reduces the carcinogenic compound nitrite added to preserve meats. The range of sausages and hams had a mixture of plants and fruits added to them which included rosemary, green tea, and resveratrol -- an extract taken from Japanese Knotweed. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EChWZY

Pioneering EEG test could dramatically increase early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s

Researchers have developed a two-minute passive-test, 'Fastball EEG', that measures people's brain waves in response to a series of images and could help expand early dementia diagnosis. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AvbGkv

Early long-distance trade links shaped Siberian dogs

Analysis of ancient canine DNAs reveals that the inhabitants of Arctic Siberia began importing dogs from Eurasia some 2000 years ago. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3o7H4ST

Coral reef biodiversity predicted to shuffle rather than collapse as climate changes

Most coral reef biodiversity consists of tiny organisms living deep within the three-dimensional reef matrix. New research reveals that the species which dominate experimental coral reef communities shift due to climate change, but the total biodiversity does not decline under future ocean conditions of warming and acidification predicted by the end of the century. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lNsFIs

Little research available on the long-term effects of tear gas use

Researchers say more rigorous research is needed to determine the long-term level of safety of tear gas exposure. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hPb9ST

Third Russian accused by UK police of poison attack

Denis Sergeev is thought to have been the senior member of the Russian military intelligence team. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZiP2hx

Migrants in Texas: US probes horseback charge on Haiti migrants

Images which seem to show border agents on horseback driving migrants back spark an investigation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Avi7Ur

Canary Islands volcano: Hundreds more evacuated as La Palma lava nears sea

Officials fear lava could trigger toxic gasses when it reaches the sea on the Canary Islands resort. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tZrxVK

France's Emmanuel Macron heckled asking Algerian veterans for forgiveness

The French president is heckled as he promises reparations for Algerians who fought for France. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hP99KK

A sandblaster at the atomic level

Modifying surfaces by shooting particles at them - this technique, called 'sputtering', is indispensable in surface science. However, if the surface is not perfectly smooth and regular, it is hard to predict the result of the sputtering process. Scientists have now managed to explain the effect of particles on rough surfaces during sputtering - with implications for fusion research and even astrophysics. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nQ3E2b

Scientists find a new way to reverse immune suppression in tumors

Malignant tumors can enhance their ability to survive and spread by suppressing anti-tumor immune cells in their vicinity, but a new study has uncovered a new way to counter this immunosuppressive effect. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39lAlMf

Modern simulations could improve MRIs

Rice University engineers improve simulations that analyze gadolinium-based contrast agents used in clinical magnetic resonance imaging. More efficient simulations could help make better compounds for imaging technologies. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nXNNyi

Researchers call for a focus on fitness over weight loss for obesity-related health conditions

The prevalence of obesity around the world has tripled over the past 40 years, and, along with that rise, dieting and attempts to lose weight also have soared. But according to a new article, when it comes to getting healthy and reducing mortality risk, increasing physical activity and improving fitness appear to be superior to weight loss. The authors say that employing a weight-neutral approach to the treatment of obesity-related health conditions also reduces the health risks associated with yo-yo dieting. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nKQ682

Astrophysicists solve 'empty sky' gamma-ray mystery

Star-forming galaxies are responsible for creating gamma-rays that until now had not been associated with a known origin. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EyTaKq

Gabby Petito: FBI searches fiancé Brian Laundrie's home

Police say Brian Laundrie, who vanished earlier this month, is a "person of interest". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2VTHVuq

Covid: Melbourne construction sites shut after violent vaccine protest

Construction sites in the Australian city are shut for two weeks after staff protest against jabs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hRGLr7

Extreme volcanism did not cause the massive extinction of species in the late Cretaceous

A new study rules out that extreme volcanic episodes had any influence on the massive extinction of species in the late Cretaceous. The results confirm the hypothesis that it was a giant meteorite impact what caused the great biological crisis that ended up with the non-avian dinosaur lineages and other marine and terrestrial organisms 66 million years ago. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CoTVDK

All-nitride superconducting qubit made on a silicon substrate

Researchers have succeeded in developing an all-nitride superconducting qubit using epitaxial growth on a silicon substrate that does not use aluminum as the conductive material. This qubit uses niobium nitride (NbN) with a superconducting transition temperature of 16 K (-257 °C) as the electrode material, and aluminum nitride (AlN) for the insulating layer of the Josephson junction. It is a new type of qubit made of all-nitride materials grown epitaxially on a silicon substrate and free of any amorphous oxides, which are a major noise source. By realizing this new material qubit on a silicon substrate, long coherence times have been obtained: an energy relaxation time (T1) of 16 microseconds and a phase relaxation time (T2) of 22 microseconds as the mean values. This is about 32 times T1 and about 44 times T2 of nitride superconducting qubits grown on a conventional magnesium oxide substrate. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XIzqTR

How university students understand and demonstrate kindness

A small act of kindness can go a long way, especially say researchers, towards bolstering student health and wellness. A new study explores how the inclusion of a kindness assignment in an undergraduate course impacted student perceptions of themselves, their peers and their campus. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EAmRL6

Using internet in retirement boosts cognitive function

Scientists have studied the effect of internet usage on cognitive function. Examining more than 2000 retirees from 10 European countries, researchers found that, on average, retirees who used the internet were able to recall 1.22 extra words in a recall test compared to non-internet users (which equates to performing around 8 per cent better in the tests). The effects were more significant in women, with female retirees who used the internet able to recall an additional 2.37 words, than peers who did not go online. Results also showed that retirees who used the internet were more likely to be male, were younger and better educated, and had been retired for less time. They were also found to be in better health - despite drinking and smoking more. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hOTVp4

Augmented reality helps tackle fear of spiders

Researchers have developed an augmented reality app for smartphones in order to help people reduce their fear of spiders. The app has already shown itself to be effective in a clinical trial, with subjects experiencing less fear of real spiders after completing just a few training units with the app at home. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EBYZqk

Covid: US opens up to fully vaccinated EU and UK passengers

The move answers a major demand from European allies at a time of strained relations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hKMyPl

Afghanistan: Fighting off hunger under the Taliban

For most Afghans staving off starvation is the biggest challenge since the Taliban returned to power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hS2uzo

China: Children given daily time limit on Douyin - its version of TikTok

Douyin users aged under 14 will be limited to 40 minutes a day on the platform. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39qzB8w

Fauci looks to boost vaccines as US infections rise

The US daily death toll from Covid-19 has risen above 2,000 for the first time since February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nTWgmf

Gene for sex hormone synthesis could play key role in eczema

A study led by dermatologists suggests that a common inflammatory skin condition may stem from poorly regulated sex hormones. The finding could offer an unexpected new target to fight this condition. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nV6G5j

Meds, surgery may help obesity-related high blood pressure if diet, exercise fall short

Being overweight or having obesity, weight that is higher than what is considered healthy for an individual's height, is a major risk factor for high blood pressure. A healthy diet, more physical activity and less sedentary time are recommended to reduce blood pressure for people who are overweight or have obesity; however, evidence of long-term weight loss and sustained blood pressure reductions from these lifestyle changes is limited. New weight-loss medications and bariatric surgery have shown benefits in both long-term weight loss and improved blood pressure, which can reduce the long-term, negative impact of high blood pressure on organ damage. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nV4Scx

Hotel Rwanda hero Paul Rusesabagina convicted on terror charges

A Rwandan court finds Paul Rusesabagina guilty of supporting a terrorist group. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XyZa5n

Paul Rusesabagina: From Hotel Rwanda hero to convicted terrorist

Paul Rusesabagina, who was portrayed in Hotel Rwanda, has gone from national hero to enemy of the state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39iXzTg

La Palma volcano: Lava destroys homes in the Canary Islands

A volcanic eruption on the Spanish island of La Palma has demolished homes and caused evacuations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XBGrFW

Hong Kong sees patriots inducted into new election committee

Hong Kong had earlier passed a way designed to keep "unpatriotic" people from positions of power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CsHB5D

Canary Islands: Spanish PM arrives amid volcano eruption

Pedro Sanchez has arrived on La Palma where a volcanic eruption has forced evacuations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Cphpc0

Burundi floods: Lake Tanganyika's water levels rise

Heavy rains have caused water levels to rise, forcing about 100,000 people to flee, a charity says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tVu83d

South African whistle-blower: I don't feel safe

Mosilo Mothepu has paid a heavy price for speaking out about corruption in her firm. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CmXoTi

Aukus: France pulls out of UK defence talks amid row

Paris is angry after Australia cancelled a submarine contract in favour of a deal with the UK and US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XAiuz8

Canada election: What you need to know about the campaign

Canadians are voting on Monday and Justin Trudeau's party faces a stiff challenge to retain power. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tTiype

Emmy Awards return with in-person ceremony in Los Angeles

Ted Lasso, The Crown and The Queen's Gambit are among the big nominees this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zspafk

Giving birth under the Taliban

Pregnant women, new mothers and infants are bearing the brunt of a worsening healthcare crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Ew3YsB

Can apps manage our chronic health conditions?

A Swedish tech firm has created an app to help alleviate people's joint pain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lDOev8

Gabby Petito: Body matching missing blogger found in Wyoming

Crews searching for missing Florida woman Gabby Petito have found a body, the FBI says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tVTwpj

Emmy Awards 2021: The red carpet looks in pictures

Kaley Cuoco, Olivia Colman and Gillian Anderson are among the stars attending the ceremony. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tRI9ip

Migrants in Texas: US flies Haitian migrants back home from border

Hundreds of would-be immigrants camped under a bridge on the US-Mexico border are returned to Haiti. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EBi4c8

Street dreams of Nairobi dance crew hoping to beat the odds

A group of street dancers in Nairobi, Kenya, struggle against the odds to become celebrities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CrDyq3

My dad, held hostage in Iran

London-based baker Elika Ashoori is campaigning to bring her father home from jail in Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nIGDy2

My husband and son fought in Afghanistan - it changed all of us

America's two decades in Afghanistan impacted those who served - and the families waiting at home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lxSE6w

SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronaut capsule splashes back to Earth

The quartet of civilian astronauts lands safely in the Atlantic off the coast of Florida. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3klBIRl

Volcano on Canary Island La Palma erupts, spewing ash and lava into national park

Video shows the volcano, on La Palma, spewing ash and lava in its first major eruption since 1971. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zt4gg1

US-UK-Australia pact delivers France some hard truths

The BBC's Hugh Schofield assesses the harsh realities for France after Australia's US-UK deal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hMFvFG

ICYMI: Surfing dogs and Spain's 'ugliest tomato' contest

Dogs are making a splash in our round-up of the stories you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lKhFfc

Aukus: Australia defends role in security pact amid French condemnation

The PM defends ending the multi-billion dollar agreement in favour of a new pact with the US and UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39lP9uy

Afghanistan: Stay home, female Kabul government workers told

It is the latest restriction imposed on Afghanistan's women by the country's new Taliban rulers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tWUFwX

Russia election: Opposition complaints on final day of voting

Political opponents complain of being silenced amid reports of fraud in the parliamentary vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tWocXQ

Manny Pacquiao: Boxing star to run for Philippines president

Manny Pacquiao is a senator in parliament and remains active in the ring after a successful career. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kmwfd0

Emmy Awards 2021: 7 things to know ahead of the ceremony

That's one possibility at this year's event, where Ted Lasso and The Crown are among other nominees. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CtCRwm

Turkmenistan: Getting Covid in a land where no cases officially exist

People in Turkmenistan are struggling to get treatment in a system that denies there are any cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nIOtHW

Canada election: Why it’s easier to vote in Canada than the US

Things like advanced voting and federally-run elections make it easier for Canadians to vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nJHcrp

Ethiopia: Fact-checking misleading images about hunger in Amhara

Food shortages are worsening in Ethiopia but some images online are not what they claim to be. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39fBWmZ

SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronauts return to Earth after three days

The four amateur astronauts landed safely in the Atlantic Ocean after three days orbiting Earth. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hLhfUA

Afghanistan: The 'shattered dreams' of the Ariana cabin crew

The BBC's Lyse Doucet meets the female crew of Afghanistan's national airline, who are in hiding. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XDePAu

Morgan Bullock makes professional debut in Riverdance

Morgan Bullock from Richmond, Virginia, joins the UK touring company of the acclaimed Irish dance show. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XvCkLX

Aukus: French minister condemns US and Australia 'lies' over security pact

France's foreign minister accuses its allies of "duplicity" and "contempt" over a new security pact. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hNRG5k

The link between climate change, seaweed and ice cream

Seaweed production has been affected by warming seas – this is how farmers are adapting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tOEthm

From Katrina to Ida: How US presidents react to climate change and natural disasters

Since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, US presidents have realised the impact of their reactions to extreme weather. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hNSTto

Fake Paralympians boss: 'I didn't know about cheating'

The man fined for sending non-disabled athletes to the Sydney Paralympics breaks his silence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Ezx9v8

Get an Eiffel of this performer walking the line in Paris

Nathan Paulin walks along a 70m (230ft) high slackline attached to an iconic French landmark. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3An6m2h

Migrants in Texas: Thousands moved to processing centres

More than 10,000 people have gathered under a bridge in Del Rio, a Texas border town. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nKpjIO

Boxer Amir Khan removed from US flight

The Briton was asked to leave the plane at Newark airport after a reported row over face coverings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tZm5SX

Yeast and bacteria together biosynthesize plant hormones for weed control

Plants regulate their growth using hormones, including a group called strigolactones that prevent excessive budding and branching. Strigolactones also help plant roots form symbiotic relationships with microorganisms that allow the plant to absorb nutrients from the soil. These two factors have led to agricultural interest in using strigolactones to control the growth of weeds and root parasites, as well as improving nutrient uptake. These root-extruding compounds also stimulate germination of witchweeds and broomrapes, which can cause entire crops of grain to fail, making thorough research essential prior to commercial development. Now scientists have synthesized strigolactones from microbes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EwCpiT

Infants exposed to domestic violence have poorer cognitive development

Infants coming from homes with domestic violence often go on to have worse academic outcomes in school due to neurodevelopmental lags and a higher risk for a variety of health issues, including gastrointestinal distress, trouble eating and sleeping, as well as stress and illness. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nJp3Kj

Discovery highlights the complex lifestyles of frontline immune cells

Researchers have made a surprise discovery about how immune 'sentinel' cells are maintained, which could have implications for drugs in development for treating cancer. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tRLq0Z

Brain microstructural damage related to cognitive dysfunction and steroid medication in lupus patients

Researchers attempted to unravel such mechanisms by adopting non-invasive diffusion magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to study the brains of SLE patients, particularly the white matter, coupled with computerized neuropsychological assessment. White matter lies beneath the grey matter cortex in the human brain and comprises millions of bundles of nerve fibers that transmit signals to different brain regions. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AoK5RY

Now we’re cooking with lasers

Imagine having your own digital personal chef; ready to cook whatever you want, tailoring the shape, texture, and flavor just for you -- all at the push of a button. Engineers have been working on doing just that, using lasers for cooking and 3D printing technology for assembling foods. In their new study they discovered that laser-cooked meat shrinks 50% less, retains double the moisture content, and shows similar flavor development to conventionally cooked meat. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AmV9yJ

Afghanistan: Kabul drone strike a terrible mistake, says US

Gen Frank McKenzie says the US "takes full responsibility" for the strike in which 10 Afghan civilians died. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CoDjvZ

Thousands of migrants gather at US-Mexico border crossing

At least 10,000 people are camped under the bridge at the US-Mexico border, in poor conditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kiv9iu

Ancient DNA rewrites early Japanese history -- modern day populations have tripartite genetic origin

Researchers have extracted Ancient DNA from human bones to re-write early Japanese history by underlining that modern day populations in Japan have a tripartite genetic origin -- a finding that refines previously accepted views of a dual genomic ancestry. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CuuRLX

Afghanistan: Girls excluded as Afghan secondary schools reopen

"Everything looks very dark," a schoolgirl tells the BBC as schools reopen for boys but not girls. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AneD6A

Climatically driven landscape evolution during warm periods

Scientists have researched the stability and development of landscapes in the Wendland region of Hanover during the past Eemian Interglacial (warm period) around 120,000 years ago. The Eemian is climatically comparable to predictions for the later 21st century. The basic research therefore serves to understand how landscapes respond to climate changes under natural conditions -- without additional human influence. As part of their investigations, the researchers also found evidence of the northernmost Neanderthal occupation of the last warm period to date. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EqL1HV

Finding new alloys just became simpler

In metal alloys, behavior at the atomic scale affects the material's properties. However, the number of possible alloys is astronomical. Scientists developed a theoretical model that allows him to rapidly determine the strength of millions of different alloys at high temperatures. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kjFlqZ

Can fruit fly research help improve survival of cancer patients?

Scientists don't really know what kills many cancer patients, but fruit fly research could provide answers. By following flies with tumors up to the point of death, researchers have discovered chemicals produced by tumors that shorten life span apart from the damage done locally to critical organs. This suggests a novel strategy for extending a healthy life span in those with a cancer burden: block the tumor-generated chemicals and the damage they do. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hKsYCJ

Microneedles pierce biofilm for more effective topical delivery of antibiotics to infected wounds

An engineer has developed a microneedle array that punctures biofilm covering ulcerated cells and tissues. The needles deliver antibiotics to the wounds by absorbing liquid underneath the biofilm and then dissolving. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zm25uG

For some peptides, killing bacteria an inside job

Scientists study the dynamics of the immune system's antimicrobial peptides, which attack and eliminate harmful bacteria. They find peptides that invade bacteria and do their damage from the inside are underrated. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lBC6KV

Afghanistan: Taliban morality police replace women's ministry

The Taliban appear to have shut the women's affairs ministry and brought back a feared morality unit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tSKpGe

How do higher waves cause more ice clouds? Research expedition into arctic sea explains

Global warming is causing a rapid decline in sea-ice area, which affects weather patterns and, surprisingly, increases wave height in the Arctic. In a new study, Japanese scientists analyzed data from a 2018 research expedition into Chukchi Sea to demonstrate the peculiar link that exists between sea spray induced by high waves and the formation of ice-containing clouds. Their results pave the way for more accurate climate change and sea-ice models. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kjDouU

Newly discovered two-cell color detection system of lamprey as clue to the evolution of color vision

Using the lamprey, researchers analyzed the photosensory mechanism of the pineal organ, also called the pineal gland, in non-mammalian vertebrates and discovered a novel mechanism of pineal color discrimination (two-cell system) in which two types of photoreceptor cells, each containing two different opsins, are used to detect color. This discovery may provide insight into the evolution of color detection in other animals, including color vision in humans. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nK5d1h

New technology makes it possible to see clearly through murky water

Researchers overcome the limitations of traditional polarimetric underwater imaging by developing a new method that can automatically produce clear images through murky water. The new technology could be useful for searching for drowning victims, documenting submerged archaeological artifacts and monitoring underwater farms. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39i0xHy

World on course to heat up to dangerous levels

Climate plans of more than 100 countries show we're heading in the wrong direction, the UN says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AjYI8R

'No work and no money': Afghans settle into life under Taliban rule

In Mazar-Sharif, former army pilots are flying Taliban around and families are selling possessions for food. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zmlgER

Chess icon sues Netflix for Queen's Gambit portrayal

Nona Gaprindashvili files a defamation lawsuit claiming she was incorrectly portrayed in the series. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Et610r

Three Chinese astronauts return to Earth after 90 days in space

The three men make a safe return after 90 days in space - China's longest ever crewed mission. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XBY6gX

Cutting-edge 3D facial scans could give genetic clues to autism

Researchers are using high-tech 3D facial scans to give us a better understanding of the genetic causes of autism. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hHmfti

Researchers improve optical tissue clearing method to diagnose cancer

The ability to visualize cancerous tumors and metastatic tissue three dimensionally (3D) can help clinicians diagnose the precise type and stage of cancer, while also informing the best treatment methods. To obtain an even clearer tissue for imaging, a research team based in Japan has tested the effectiveness of specialized hydrogels. Acting as a 3D molecular network, these hydrogels can rapidly remove fats from tissues, which are a factor in tissue opacification, without losing their structure. The material is used in several biomedical devices, including contact lenses. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CiM3Uo

High-speed internet via airborne beams of light

The project has been developed by Alphabet's moonshot factory, X. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EuN4KO

Mosquitoes sucked up by traps that mimic breathing

More than 300 traps have been deployed in the French town of Hyères to catch mosquitos. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XzOFyn

When organoids meet coronaviruses

Researchers established an organoid biobank to search for the genes that are essential for the spreading of a SARS-CoV2 infection. Their study highlights the usefulness of organoids for basic research into coronaviruses, as well as highlighting potential drug targets. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nNf1bb

Study findings could provide blueprint for regulating lab-developed diagnostic tests

Diagnostic tests developed in-house in hospital laboratories are not currently regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), unlike those sold by manufacturers. A new study suggests that temporary deviations from FDA policy in response to the COVID-19 pandemic offer a look at what regulation of these tests by the agency might look like. Findings from this study could inform legislation aimed at regulating lab-developed tests. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XzIp9Z

French anger at viral bullying of 11 year olds

A trend known as Anti2010 spread on TikTok and has been condemned by the education minister. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hJDkTg

Lil Nas X: Is the rapper the defining star of his generation?

The rapper has subverted hip-hop with his LGBT-positive lyrics, while dominating critics on social media. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kjEoiF

New Zealand men abandon Pakistan tour after 'government security alert'

New Zealand men's team abandon their limited-overs tour of Pakistan following a New Zealand government "security alert". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tLWHQF

COVID-19 nasal vaccine candidate effective at preventing disease transmission, study shows

A nasal vaccine candidate for COVID-19 is showing good results in providing durable local immunity against inhaled pathogens. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3kfTLsl

Venezuela judiciary aiding repression, UN finds

A fact-finding mission says the justice system allowed serious human rights violations to happen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Cj5NHz

Heterogeneous development of children with Congenital Zika Syndrome-associated microcephaly

At age two, children who were born with neurological abnormalities due to congenital Zika Virus (ZIKV) have a range of neurodevelopmental profiles that can be tracked using a routine neurological assessment, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CmosSC

Some shark species are tougher than others when it comes to surviving catch and release, study finds

A new landmark study of over 300 sharks found that some species are extremely resilient to the stress of being caught and released in commercial longline fisheries while other species are much more likely to die. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hEe9Sc

COVID-19 virus rapidly evolves to higher infectivity during in vitro growth, which may be a step toward lower virulence

Attenuated viral vaccines for rubella, measles, yellow fever and other diseases are widely used. Can a similar vaccine be developed for COVID-19? Researchers have now published a foundational study for that possibility. They asked a simple question: Which mutations predominate when the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19 is grown in successive generations -- called passages by virologists -- in tissue culture? from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XsTAB6

Using artificial intelligence to predict COVID patients' oxygen needs

Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge along with 20 other hospitals from across the world and healthcare technology leader, NVIDIA, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to predict COVID patients' oxygen needs on a global scale. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nEPSzd

Scientists develop 'optimal strategies' computer model that could significantly reduce future COVID-19 infections and deaths

Scientists have developed a predictive computer model that, when tested on real pandemic data, proposed strategies that would have reduced the rate of both COVID-19 infections and deaths by an average of 72 per cent, based on a sample from four countries. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39f06xY

Somali President Farmajo cuts PM Roble's powers amid row over missing spy

The president cuts the prime minister's powers, raising fears of renewed armed conflict in Mogadishu. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AirmHG

North Korea reveals train-launched missile system

North Korean state media has unveiled what appears to be a new rail-based ballistic missile system. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39rEE97

DNA researchers develop critical shortcut to detect and identify known and emerging pathogens

Researchers have developed a sophisticated new tool that could help provide early warning of rare and unknown viruses in the environment and identify potentially deadly bacterial pathogens which cause sepsis, among other uses. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3EnHU3g

Better weather forecasting through satellite isotope data assimilation

Real satellite water vapor isotope data were assimilated in a general circulation model to determine whether including these data could improve forecast accuracy at both the global and local scales. Overall, forecast accuracy was improved by several percentage points. The effect was especially notable for variables closely related to water vapor isotope fractionation, such as air temperature and specific humidity, and a local-scale pressure pattern over Japan in 2013 was modeled more clearly. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tJL50t

Afghanistan's singers flee Taliban violence

The BBC spoke with six singers who crossed to Pakistan illegally and are now living in hiding. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AcSQOO

Vincent Van Gogh: Newly discovered drawing goes on display

Study for Worn Out has been sitting in a Dutch family's private collection for more than a century. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EmmuDH

Brussels to name street after murdered sex worker Eunice Osayande

The city aims to draw attention to victims of sexual violence after Eunice Osayande's death in 2018. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Cnw8UZ

Hezbollah brings Iranian fuel into Lebanon to ease shortages

Lebanon's economic collapse has left the country dangerously short of fuel and electricity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XofW7a

Aukus: China denounces 'irresponsible' US-UK-Australia pact

The alliance will allow Australia to build and deploy nuclear-powered submarines for the first time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tNub16

Wikipedia blames pro-China infiltration for bans

The infiltration threatened the "very foundations of Wikipedia", BBC News is told. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3CmL9X7

Covid-19: France suspends 3,000 unvaccinated health workers

The country has made Covid-19 vaccination mandatory for all healthcare and care home workers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3C9lctY

Pilot study of diet/exercise in young adults with intellectual disabilities is promising

A pilot study found that young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual disabilities (ID) were able to lose or maintain their weight with a system of education and support in place. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tLiQON

Biden calls Australian PM 'that fellow down under'

US President Joe Biden appeared to forget Scott Morrison's name during a video conference. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nA0HCJ

Denmark set to ban life-term prisoners from new romantic links

The ban comes after a 17-year-old admitted to a romantic relationship with murderer Peter Madsen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z73hpH

US general defends 'secret' phone calls with China

Gen Mark Milley allegedly phoned Beijing to "reassure" them amid concern about President Trump. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AidMEf

Just by changing its shape, scientists show they can alter material properties

Scientists have observed that when the shape of a thin film of metal oxide known as titania is confined at the mesoscale, its conductivity increases. This finding demonstrates that nanoscale confinement is a way to control quantum effects. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39cfOKe

Paris attacks trial: Abdeslam blames France for bombing IS

Salah Abdeslam shocks his trial, describing the bomb and gun attacks as "nothing personal". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Agr8Rd

Australia's Curtin University wants 'unethical' AI study retracted

The Australian university says the facial recognition study co-funded by China breached guidelines. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YZxMOa

Planets form in organic soups with different ingredients

Astronomers have mapped out the chemicals inside of planetary nurseries in extraordinary detail. The newly unveiled maps reveal the locations of dozens of molecules within five protoplanetary disks -- regions of dust and gas where planets form around young stars. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XpHMj2

Many mothers may have delayed or abandoned plans for additional children because of COVID-19 pandemic

Nearly half of New York City mothers who had been trying to become pregnant again before the coronavirus pandemic began stopped in the first few months of the outbreak, a new study shows. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AqRFLC

Oldest known mammal cavities discovered in 55-million-year-old fossils suggests a sweet tooth for fruit

A new study has discovered the oldest known cavities found in a mammal, the likely result of a diet that included eating fruit. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tGBWFY

Simone Biles: 'I blame system that enabled Larry Nassar abuse'

Simone Biles and other gymnasts give powerful testimony at a Senate inquiry into how sexual abuse was handled. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2VIf4Jw

Loggers, landscapers face deadly danger felling trees in forests and urban areas

Tree felling -- whether by professional loggers in a forest setting or by landscapers in urban and rural landscapes -- is the most dangerous job in what are two of the most dangerous industries, according to researchers who conducted a new study of associated deaths. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AdLzhD

Probiotic-containing yogurt protects against microbiome changes that lead to antibiotic-induced diarrhea

Eating yogurt containing a particular strain of a well-studied probiotic appears to protect against harmful changes in the gut microbiome that are associated with antibiotic administration. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XiZODx

Protein from the liver may cause Alzheimer's disease in the brain, study finds

Amyloid protein made in the liver can cause neurodegeneration in the brain, according to a new study. Since the protein is thought to be a key contributor to development of Alzheimer's disease (AD), the results suggest that the liver may play an important role in the onset or progression of the disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ltilp2

Mexico drug lord 'The Viceroy' sentenced to 28 years

Vicente Carrillo Fuentes took control of the Juárez cartel after his brother died in a botched operation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EntQXu

Three ex-US intelligence officers admit hacking for UAE

The three men allegedly helped a UAE-based firm break into computers and phones around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EuJOPZ

Concentration of microparticles in lakes reflect nearby human activity and land use

A new study suggests that microparticle concentrations in lakes are higher than previously reported, and that human activity and surrounding land use may be a strong predictor of microplastics and anthropogenic fiber pollution. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/398c38i

Creative exploration followed by exploitation can lead to a career’s greatest hits

By using artificial intelligence to mine big data related to artists, film directors and scientists, researchers have found that years of exploration (studying diverse styles or topics) immediately followed by years of exploitation (focusing on a narrow area to develop deep expertise) can lead to a career's greatest hits. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tMBsOr

Researchers identify a novel player in acute myeloid leukemia

A new study has shown that the protein RNF5 plays an unusual role in acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Unlike its expected role, marking aberrant proteins for destruction, RNF5 binds with a second cell protein called RBBP4 to control expression of genes implicated in AML. These findings have important implications for improving AML patient outcomes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2XekQmB

Men may sleep worse on nights during the first half of the lunar cycle

Men's sleep may be more powerfully influenced by the lunar cycle than women's, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hAfSIl

Uncertainty on climate change in textbooks linked to uncertainty in students

A new study suggests textbook wording that portrays climate change information as uncertain can influence how middle and high school students feel about the information, even for students who say they already know about climate change and its human causes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zhAoTU

Afghanistan women's youth soccer team escapes to Pakistan

Their departure comes as part of a wider exodus of female cultural and sporting stars. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Eh9QG6

Texas abortion: Biden administration requests abortion law pause

The new law bans abortion from as early as six weeks, when many women do not know they are pregnant. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Xiuwg2

EU needs to step up on defence, says von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen says the EU needs the "political will" to intervene militarily without the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3En6mll

Saudi Arabia camel carvings dated to prehistoric era

A new study suggests the sculptures in Saudi Arabia are far older than previously thought. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3lq8wrZ

Ex-models demand change over French sex abuse laws

French law says the models have run out of time to start criminal proceedings over sexual assault. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tJT79K

Hormonal hazard: Chemicals used in paints and plastics can promote breast tumor growth

The increasing use of photoinitiators, especially in medical settings, has raised concerns about their adverse effects on human health. Now, scientists have shown that three photoinitiators -- 1-HCHPK, MBB, and MTMP -- show estrogen-like activity in mice and increase the growth of breast cancer tumors in these animals. Their results warn against the use of such chemicals in medical instruments like containers and call for the prompt development of safer alternatives. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tGnHRg

Faroe Islands: Anger over killing of 1,400 dolphins in one day

Hunting is under scrutiny after more than 1,400 dolphins were killed in one day - a reported record. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tDU9ns

Afghanistan: Taliban leaders in bust-up at presidential palace, sources say

Taliban officials say the group's co-founder left Kabul after an argument over the interim government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nsoe8y

Haiti PM Ariel Henry banned from leaving country amid murder inquiry

Charges are sought against Ariel Henry over alleged links with a suspect in the president's killing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nwHXUx

Fashion house in backlash over 'racist' $1,190 sweatpants

Critics say the $1,190 pants, which come with a built-in pair of boxer shorts, rip off US hip hop culture. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z190NL

Apple iPhone 13 brings portrait mode for video

The portrait-mode style video setting can pull focus on its subjects automatically. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zhglFm

Study links severe COVID-19 to increase in self-attacking antibodies

Hospitalized COVID-19 patients are substantially more likely to harbor autoantibodies --antibodies directed at their own tissues or at substances their immune cells secrete into the blood -- than people without COVID-19, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tHCfQX

Spain targets energy firms as European bills surge

Bills are spiralling in several countries and Spain agrees emergency measures to help consumers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3k8zmVP

Asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs shaped fortunes of snakes

Snakes owe their success in part to the asteroid impact that killed off the dinosaurs 66 million years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nul2Jp

One water bucket to find them all: Detecting fish, mammals, and birds from a single sample

In times of exacerbating biodiversity loss, reliable data on species occurrence are essential. Environmental DNA (eDNA) - DNA released from organisms into the water - is increasingly used to detect fishes in biodiversity monitoring campaigns. However, eDNA turns out to be capable of providing much more than fish occurrence data, including information on other vertebrates. A study demonstrates how comprehensively vertebrate diversity can be assessed at no additional costs. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3nF3VEK

The vampire that doesn’t suck blood: New parasite-host relationships in Amazonian candirus

Scientists report a vampire fish attached to the body of an Amazonian thorny catfish. Very unusually, the candirus were attached close to the lateral bone plates, rather than the gills, where they are normally found. Since the hosts were not badly harmed, and the candirus apparently derived no food benefit, scientists believe this association is commensalistic rather than parasitic. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3985F16

Time to shine: Scientists reveal at an atomic scale how chlorine stabilizes next-gen solar cells

Researchers have imaged the atoms at the surface of the light-absorbing layer in a new type of next-generation solar cells, made from a crystal material called metal-halide perovskite. Their findings have solved a long-standing mystery in the field of solar power technology, showing how power-boosting and stability-enhancing chlorine is incorporated into the perovskite material. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3Ehg88I

California ski resort changes offensive Native American name

The California resort's old name contained a slur offensive to Native American women. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tErLlb

California recall election: Fact-checking Governor Newsom and his challengers

BBC News looks at some of the claims made by Governor Newsom and his challengers on the campaign trail. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tCmU3Q

Signs of dementia are written in the blood, reveals new study

Scientists have identified metabolic compounds within the blood that are associated with dementia. The study revealed that the levels of 33 metabolites differed in patients with dementia, compared to elderly people with no existing health conditions. Their findings could one day aid diagnosis and treatment of dementia. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tDBNDb

Boeing says air travel to return to pre-pandemic levels by 2024

Plane maker expects global aviation to take another two and a half years to recover. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3k9SvGZ

Researchers develop new tool for analyzing large superconducting circuits

New research tools are needed to fully develop quantum computers and advance the field. Now researchers have developed and tested a theoretical tool for analyzing large superconducting circuits. These circuits use superconducting quantum bits, the smallest units of a quantum computer, to store information. Circuit size is important since protection from detrimental noise tends to come at the cost of increased circuit complexity. Currently there are few tools that tackle the modeling of large circuits. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lqRnhC

Researchers find evidence of possible link between herpes simplex and neurogenerative diseases

In a 'first of its kind' study, researchers found a potential direct connection between neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), glaucoma, and the herpesvirus. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AoM09f

Observation of quasi-equilibrium phase coexistence in supercritical fluids

A research team lays down the foundation for the expansion of supercritical fluid applications research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3Ac9WMS

Met Gala 2021: Which celeb shone brightest on the red carpet?

After skipping last year because of coronavirus, celebrities went all out in the fashion stakes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tEmDNS

Cows toilet trained to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Researchers say toilet training cows could lead to a large reduction in ammonia emissions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3EfUwcY

Brexit: GB checks on goods imported from the EU delayed

The government blames Covid and supply-chain difficulties as it puts back changes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ntyAVJ

Met Gala: 13 of the most eye-catching looks

Jennifer Lopez, Simone Biles, Dan Levy, Ella Emhoff and Tommy Hilfiger were all on the red carpet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/397Fzvc

New method enables 3D microscopy of human organs

Researchers have now demonstrated a method by which specific cell types in human organs can be studied with micrometer precision. The method can be used to reveal previously unrecognized alterations in the pancreas, but it can also be used to study other human organs and diseases. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3CcAFtl

Quantum materials cut closer than ever

A new method designs nanomaterials with less than 10-nanometer precision. It could pave the way for faster, more energy-efficient electronics. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tKKYld

Engineers grow pancreatic 'organoids' that mimic the real thing

Engineers developed a way to grow tiny replicas of the pancreas, using either healthy or cancerous pancreatic cells. Their models could help researchers develop and test potential drugs for pancreatic cancer. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2YXEFQ9

Socio-economic status of children can influence microorganisms in their digestive tract

Findings suggest that a family's socio-economic status (SES) may influence children's composition of gut microbiome -- the mix of microscopic organisms within the digestive tract. SES includes economic resources such as education, income and occupation, and are reflected in living conditions, nutrition and psychosocial stress, according to the study, which focused on the education levels of mothers and fathers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hrXHnU

Past fires may hold key to reducing severity of future wildfires in western US

Previous fires may hold the key to predicting and reducing the severity of future wildfires in the western United States as fire activity continues to increase, according to researchers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3Eoz1qq

Engineering various sources of loss provides new features for perfect light absorption

Scientists reveal new approaches to manipulating light absorption in optical resonators by different types of optical losses. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3hw165k

Major branches in the tree of language reconstructed

A team of researchers is using a novel technique to comb through the data and to reconstruct major branches in the linguistic tree. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2VE9XKt

Personality matters, even for squirrels

Humans acknowledge that personality goes a long way, at least for our species. But scientists have been more hesitant to ascribe personality to other animals. A study has now documented personality in golden-mantled ground squirrels, which are common across the western U.S. and Canada. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3AahOhU

Screen time only mildly linked to behavioral problems, but may have social benefits

School-aged children who spend more time in front of screens are only slightly more likely to have attention disorders, disturbed sleep or lower grades and are no more likely to suffer from depression and anxiety. Meanwhile, they tend to have more close friends. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3k4M87Q

Largest virtual universe free for anyone to explore

An international team of researchers developed the largest and most detailed simulation of the Universe to date and has made it freely available on the cloud to everyone. This simulation, named Uchuu, will help astronomers to interpret results from Big Data galaxy surveys. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3zd5XOx

Afghan women hit back at Taliban with #DoNotTouchMyClothes campaign

Afghan women show off their traditional dress as black burqas spread under the Taliban. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/396bex4