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Calais migrant crisis: 15 arrested over Channel tragedy

The deaths of 27 people in November was one of the deadliest incidents in the English Channel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iP8503l

The mere sight of a meal triggers an inflammatory response in the brain

Even before carbohydrates reach the bloodstream, the very sight and smell of a meal trigger the release of insulin. For the first time, researchers have shown that this insulin release depends on a short-term inflammatory response that takes place in these circumstances. In overweight individuals, however, this inflammatory response is so excessive that it can impair insulin secretion. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/NM61CI7

Survivors confront R. Kelly in court: 'You destroyed so many lives'

Several of the disgraced singer's victims address him directly in court during his sentencing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eSL5MtB

The pair of Orcas deterring Great White Sharks

A pair of Orca (Killer Whales) that have been terrorizing and killing Great White Sharks off the coast of South Africa since 2017 has managed to drive large numbers of the sharks from their natural aggregation site. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/zgtNMck

Patrice Lumumba: DR Congo buries tooth of independence hero

The tooth is all that remains of the murdered independence leader whose body was dissolved in acid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bgPFZ68

President Xi in Hong Kong for handover anniversary

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Hong Kong to mark 25 years since the former British colony was returned to Beijing's rule. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/f4NVR9t

Ex-F1 boss Ecclestone says he'd take a bullet for Putin

Formula 1 says comments by the sport's former boss Bernie Ecclestone on Vladimir Putin and racism are in "stark contrast" to "modern values". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ayMkqs4

Immune molecules from a llama could provide protection against a vast array of SARS-like viruses including COVID-19, researchers say

Researchers have shown that tiny, robust immune particles derived from the blood of a llama could provide strong protection against every COVID-19 variant including Omicron and 18 similar viruses. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/geUQD6O

Israel set to get new PM and hold fifth election in less than four years

Naftali Bennett will hand over power to Foreign Minister Yair Lapid once parliament dissolves itself. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CKuycl1

Nato summit: Turkey pushes Finland and Sweden on extradition after deal

It calls for the handover of 33 "terror" suspects after a deal to let Finland and Sweden join Nato. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/POIluUg

Bruce's Beach returned to family nearly a century after seizure

A prime beachfront space in Manhattan Beach is given back to its black owners after its 1924 seizure. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cA0bFuT

Paris attacks trial: Verdicts due for 20 accused of mass murder

The biggest trial in modern French history readies verdicts for 20 accused over the 2015 atrocity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GbdHsj8

Fossils: Cave woman one million years older than thought

New research complicates our current understanding of where humans came from. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SY9obGI

Ukraine war: CCTV shows missile striking shopping mall in Kremenchuk

Ukraine's President Zelensky releases footage of missile strike, which killed at least 20 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rLcdxm9

Association between children conceived via infertility treatments and education and mental health outcomes

Children conceived through medically assisted reproduction (MAR) fare better at school but are more likely to have mental health problems by their late teens, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/6Y2TwC1

Walgreens abandons Boots sale after market turmoil

The owner of the UK pharmacy chain says no buyer was able to make an adequate offer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vmRx6WV

Natural gas used in homes contains hazardous air pollutants

Every day, millions of Americans rely on natural gas to power appliances such as kitchen stoves, furnaces, and water heaters, but until now very little data existed on the chemical makeup of the gas once it reaches consumers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/QpDUV1S

Texas migrant deaths: At least 50 found dead in abandoned truck

Migrants of Mexican, Honduran and Guatemalan origin are among the dead, Mexico's government said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G9xBXj4

Kremenchuk strike: 'I didn't think they would hit a mall - it's a safe place'

A Russian missile hit a busy mall in Ukraine. The BBC spoke to some of those who were inside. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cTnYqOR

Timed Teaser: Who rocked Glastonbury with McCartney?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go! from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RdNyn3m

Nazi camp guard, 101, given five years for aiding murder

The oldest Nazi criminal ever to stand trial in Germany, he had always denied being a camp guard. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mxECO1G

South Africa police try to unravel mystery of tavern deaths

Most of the 21 who died in the sudden and unexplained incident were teenagers, the police minister says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8DYgeHc

Nato plans huge upgrade in rapid reaction force

Jens Stoltenberg said the increase followed a direct threat from Russia to European security. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cOBuNET

Sofia Sapega: Belarus Ryanair plane arrest student appeals for pardon

Sofia Sapega's plea comes a year after she was detained by the KGB on a diverted flight in Minsk. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Xj2k74n

Ecuador promises fuel price cuts amid protests

President Lasso makes a concession during a protest respite, but no deal has been reached. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1ghZGN4

'Show them our pecs' - G7 leaders mock Putin

At the first meeting of the summit, the Russian leader's so-called macho image is made fun of, from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/r3GCmYi

Roe v Wade: US firms pledge to pay staff travel expenses for abortions

Disney, JP Morgan and Meta are among the companies to confirm such policies after the Roe v Wade ruling. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Rrbks0n

Oslo shooting: Memorial service takes place at Oslo Cathedral

Royals and the prime minister joined a service to remember two killed and 21 injured near a gay bar. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Rt5lA9Y

How Ukraine left its mark on Glastonbury

Eurovision winners and folk heroes played across the festival, spreading a message of resistance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/difrE6n

Roe v Wade reaction: Chaos at abortion protest in South Carolina

In South Carolina, six people are arrested at an event full of pro-choice and anti-abortion activists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dWRxye6

Huge fire engulfs ferry in Philippines

All but two of 165 people who were aboard a blazing ferry are rescued in the central Philippines. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GZ01SOn

Ukraine war: Helping families find missing loved ones

A Red Cross call centre is reuniting Ukrainian and Russian prisoners of war with their loved ones. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NgeoW9v

Ukraine war: Inside Ukraine's International Legion of foreign fighters

The BBC speaks to some of the thousands of foreign soldiers who have joined the fight against Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/X7PdukY

G7 face battle for unity as cost of Ukraine war mounts

The Russian war against Ukraine will inevitably dominate the summit of G7 nations in Bavaria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LpAYN4W

Severodonetsk: Russia has full control of eastern city, Ukraine says

The mayor of the eastern city says Russian troops are in control after Ukrainian forces withdrew. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LmWtr8M

Frozen baby mammoth discovered in Yukon excites Canada

A whole baby woolly mammoth is dug up at a Yukon gold mine - a first for North America. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/j6ao4Cr

Afghanistan earthquake: hospital struggles to help survivors

Caring for victims is a challenge in a country already in the grip of a humanitarian crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ytPomE3

Joe Biden signs into law landmark gun control bill

The most significant changes in US gun safety rules in decades follows a series of mass shootings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s2jJvPl

USS Samuel B Roberts: World's deepest shipwreck discovered

The US Navy ship sank off the Philippines during a ferocious WWII battle with the Japanese fleet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pxNPCQ1

Modeling historical biomass could be key to buffering climate change

A new study paints a vivid image of how forests developed over centuries and contribute to Earth's carbon balance -- a crucial component to maintaining a steady global climate. The study reconstructed the natural pace and pattern of carbon storage in forests of the Midwestern United States over 10,000 years. The findings have the potential to shift ongoing debates about how landscapes can be managed to maximize carbon storage while meeting conservation goals. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/yKufxgB

Roe v Wade: US Supreme Court strikes down abortion rights

Millions of women lose the legal right to abortion after the Supreme Court overturns Roe v Wade. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mQnFO7l

A new model sheds light on how we learn motor skills

Researchers have developed a mathematical model of motor learning that reflects the motor learning process in the human brain. Their findings suggest that motor exploration -- that is, increased variability in movements -- is important when learning a new task. These results may lead to improved motor rehabilitation in patients after injury or disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/LUVh0yi

Shireen Abu Aqla: UN says an Israeli shot killed Al Jazeera journalist

It is the first UN probe into the death of Shireen Abu Aqla, shot during an Israeli operation in May. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Q6JZSTG

Japanese man loses USB stick with entire city's personal details

A Japanese worker lost a USB stick containing the data of 460,000 people during a night out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sd20Og8

Scarless skin grafting using mussel adhesive protein

A professor develops a bioadhesive based on the mussel adhesive protein for sutureless skin grafting. Skin regenerative effect maximized with controlled releases of dual drugs. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/edknREp

Surgeons develop new technique to reduce Adam's apple without neck scar

Doctors at the UCLA Gender Health Program have developed a technique to reduce an Adam's apple bump without leaving a scar on the patient's neck. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/hpCXIEw

Aung San Suu Kyi: Myanmar ex-leader sent to solitary confinement

Myanmar's deposed pro-democracy leader, who is 77, was arrested after a military coup last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hzQi4oA

Germany takes step closer to gas rationing

The country triggers the "alarm" stage of its emergency gas plan after a drop in Russian supplies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YTk2s0i

1,700-year-old Korean genomes show genetic heterogeneity in Three Kingdoms period Gaya

Scientists have successfully sequenced and studied the whole genome of eight 1,700-year-old individuals dated to the Three Kingdoms period of Korea (approx. 57 BC-668 AD). The first published genomes from this period in Korea and bring key information for the understanding of Korean population history. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/6aiGBWf

President Biden urges petrol tax 'holiday' as fuel prices bite

Analysts say suspending the tax would do little to lower costs for people at the pump. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FxtO6dG

Client jailed for sexually assaulting Alibaba worker

The woman was assaulted after being made to drink on a work trip, and then fired after going public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bnD5YL9

Technology helps self-driving cars learn from own 'memories'

Researchers have developed a way to help autonomous vehicles create 'memories' of previous experiences and use them in future navigation, especially during adverse weather conditions when the car cannot safely rely on its sensors. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/msIVhDr

Half Russian separatist force dead or wounded - UK

UK military intelligence believes the Donetsk militia in occupied Ukraine has lost 55% of its force. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4osAPmK

White House unveils plans to reduce nicotine in cigarettes

The plan could dramatically reduce cancer deaths - a goal of President Joe Biden's administration. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/e0msdhr

Bulldozer crushes 100 seized vehicles in New York

It is illegal to ride dirt bikes and ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) on the US city's streets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/e0sxKGg

Saudi crown prince visits Turkey for first time since Khashoggi murder

President Erdogan and Crown Prince Mohammed want to repair ties damaged by Jamal Khashoggi's killing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JPzp9Z8

Who benefits from brain training and why?

If you are skilled at playing puzzles on your smartphone or tablet, what does it say about how fast you learn new puzzles, or, more broadly, how well you can focus, say, in school or at work? Or, in the language of psychologists, does 'near transfer' predict 'far transfer'? A team of psychologists has found that people who show near transfer are more likely to show far transfer. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/1rAndwD

Fifth of global food-related emissions due to transport

Food transport constitutes 19 percent of food emissions, equivalent to 6 percent of emissions from all sources. High-income countries are responsible for nearly half of these emissions, leading researchers to conclude that among the rich, eating locally should be prioritised. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/D6Eoqj4

Kaliningrad: Russia warns Lithuania of consequences over rail transit blockade

Lithuania banned the transit of certain goods to Russia's Kaliningrad region over EU sanctions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ya0fC6Y

Uvalde mass shooting: Photos show armed police waiting in school hallway

Armed officers waited at Uvalde's school for 58 minutes as a gunman was shooting pupils, media say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/svoKUiM

Ben Stiller: Actor speaks about 'distressing' scenes on visit to Ukraine

The Hollywood actor visits the war-torn nation in his role as a UN goodwill ambassador. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jSq102r

Tangshan: Chinese police deputy dismissed over attack on female diners

The police were criticised for their handling of a case which has shocked people in China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6bAYs3f

World's largest freshwater fish found in Mekong, scientists say

A 300kg stingray found in Cambodia is the biggest freshwater fish on record, scientists say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/C6105Fw

Five Britons released after arrest by Taliban

The Foreign Office says the UK nationals' travel to Afghanistan was a "mistake" and against advice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ksmUlEL

Gustavo Petro and Francia Márquez: A new era for Colombia

Victory for Gustavo Petro and running mate Francia Márquez puts the country on a new political path. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ajEBPgT

Oscar-winning director Paul Haggis arrested over alleged sexual assault

The Crash filmmaker is arrested in Italy and denies the allegations according to local agencies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ztfo6lu

France's Emmanuel Macron set to lose majority - projection

Less than two months after re-election, the president is set to lose control of the National Assembly. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/I16Sacf

Fina bars transgender swimmers from women's elite events if they went through male puberty

Fina, swimming's world governing body, votes to stop transgender athletes from competing in women's elite races if they have gone through any part of the process of male puberty. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rsRy60M

New UK Army chief issues Russia rallying cry

Gen Sir Patrick Sanders says the Army and allies need to be capable of defeating Russia in battle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/F91zHXP

Fifa study of Euros & Afcon finds half of all players abused online; Saka & Rashford most targeted

World governing body Fifa teams up with players' union Fifpro to identify people who target players with abusive social media posts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TNnQ89z

Brexit: Plans to ditch parts of NI Protocol are economic vandalism - Irish PM

The UK government has published plans to get rid of parts of the post-Brexit deal it agreed with the EU. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R30HuAS

US Open 2022: Matt Fitzpatrick and Will Zalatoris lead going into final round

Matt Fitzpatrick and Will Zalatoris share the US Open lead after the third round at Brookline Country Club. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FCNylKr

Exploring the stigma of sickle cell anaemia

Jameisha Prescod explores the root of stigma towards sickle cell. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VjI24wu

Moroccans accuse French tycoon Jacques Bouthier of sexual harassment

The 75-year-old is already under judicial investigation in France for raping a minor and trafficking. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R41KdSv

In pictures: Europe swelters in blistering June heat

Temperatures soar as scientists warn heatwaves are striking earlier in the year due to climate change. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jcTam2J

Afghanistan gurdwara attack: Sikhs say 'We don't feel safe'

Members of Afghanistan's tiny Sikh community speak of their fears for their safety after the attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Okh9dzs

Ukraine war: Tayra, medic who filmed Mariupol horror, freed from Russian captivity

A paramedic captured by Russian forces during the invasion of Ukraine is freed after three months. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5CGprfu

Biden falls off bike after ride in Delaware

The US leader took a tumble after a cycle ride in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cCqv7TA

Ukraine deserve to host Eurovision - Boris Johnson

Ukraine should be given the chance to host the Eurovision Song Contest in 2023, the UK prime minister has said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6ZNpkiT

Clues to bee health found in their gut microbiome

The local environment plays a pivotal role in the health and diversity of the gut microbiome of wild bees which could help detect invisible stressors and early indicators of potential threats, say scientists in a new study. Piloting a new frontier of metagenomics, the researchers sequenced whole genomes of three species of carpenter bees, a type of wild bee, in North America, Asia and Australia. This analysis allowed them to gain insights into the bee's gut microbiome (bacteria and fungi), diet and viral load, as well as their environmental DNA. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/Vusnfka

Eurovision: Ukraine deserves to host 2023 contest, says Boris Johnson

Boris Johnson says the contest should go ahead in Ukraine, even as organisers fear it will be unsafe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rJb67zV

Agnipath: One dead in violent India protests over military hiring

Protests in Secunderabad over a new plan to hire contract soldiers turned violent on Friday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fhalv6F

We're not ashamed of showing who we are - Lavrov

Russia's foreign minister speaks exclusively to the BBC's Steve Rosenberg about the war in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NDZsAGY

Covid infections up after Platinum Jubilee celebrations

The latest UK figures cover the long weekend of partying and suggest one in 45 has Covid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DUpng9k

Europe heatwave: Outdoor events banned in parts of France

France forced to import electricity as air-conditioners and fans switched on for record heatwave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aYRIyQM

Nigeria's Owo church massacre: Who are the victims?

Remembering some of the 40 people killed in an attack on a church which shocked Nigeria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eYxTX8Z

WTO agrees deals on Covid vaccines and overfishing

The World Trade Organization announces a raft of agreements after five days of negotiations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NMbzGw3

Plastic pollution in ocean may harbor novel antibiotics

Plastic pollution in the ocean, which can support microbial communities, may serve as a source for novel antibiotics, according to a new student-led study conducted in collaboration with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/7eaLncD

Beyoncé announces her first album in six years, Renaissance

The star's seventh album will be called Renaissance, and fans only have to wait one month to hear it. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8ZDdeqQ

Tracing the remnants of Andromeda's violent history

A detailed analysis of the composition and motion of more than 500 stars revealed conclusive evidence of ancient a collision between Andromeda and a neighboring galaxy. The findings improve our understanding of the events that shape galaxy evolution. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/ISabXfO

Australian man uses forklift to trap would-be thief in car

Footage from Australia shows the woman stuck in a car suspended above the ground before she is arrested. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GCNvgdU

US-led coalition capture senior IS leader in north Syria raid

Troops were dropped by helicopters and left minutes later with the man, reports say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sa5LIC0

Kevin Spacey granted bail over sexual assault charges

A London magistrate tells the Oscar-winning actor he will appear at a Crown Court next month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/q1Paglx

Parasitic worms reveal new insights into the evolution of sex and sex chromosomes

Studying two highly divergent phyla of worms that contain numerous parasites that cause human and livestock diseases, new research sheds light on how sexual reproduction and subsequent great diversity of sex chromosomes might have evolved. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/6xF2q5O

A large predator from the Pyrenees

A fossilized lower jaw has led an international team of palaeontologists to discover a new species of predator that once lived in Europe. These large predators belong to a group of carnivores colloquially known as 'bear dogs'. They could weigh around 320 kilograms, appeared 36 million years ago before becoming extinct around 7.5 million years ago. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/HkPTzpQ

Saudi authorities seize rainbow toys for promoting homosexuality

An official tells state TV that the rainbow-coloured items are "targeting the younger generation". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zhRoq5L

Boy rescued after 100 hours trapped underground in a well

A 10-year-old boy is recovering in hospital after falling 18m down an open well in India. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9s6ifVh

James Patterson: US author sorry for saying white writers face racism

The best-selling US author apologises for saying older white writers face a form of racism. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/npT7jCK

Dutch idea to give jobs to French youths backfires

Karien van Gennip tried to address shortages in the Dutch labour market but she quickly backtracked. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7P9pbi1

Hot coal walk leaves 25 injured in Switzerland

The group suffered burns after walking over a bed of coals as part of a team building exercise. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/stWn7zM

Ukrainian widow: Russian forces kidnapped me and my baby

Viktoria and her baby have been waiting for nearly 50 days to get a UK visa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XCWvcOs

US aircrew cleared in review of deadly incident during flight from Kabul

An Afghan footballer fell to his death after trying to stow away on a plane during the US withdrawal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8co2V9l

New fire shelter prototypes could buy time for wildfire firefighters

Temperatures inside new wildfire shelter prototypes remained within survival limits for longer, and the shelters took longer to break open, compared with an industry standard. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/DR6qknO

Yemen tanker: UN crowdfunding to prevent catastrophic oil spill

It is in a race against time to prevent the breakup of a decaying tanker abandoned in the Red Sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wVvCg97

Watch: Hong Kong's iconic floating restaurant towed away

The 76m (250ft) Jumbo Floating Restaurant has appeared in both Cantonese and Hollywood films. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/S5cNCBE

Haze Fan: China releases Bloomberg journalist on bail

Haze Fan of Bloomberg news was held 18 months ago and accused of threatening China's security. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WOQ9ZxB

Taiwan: Are the US and China heading to war over the island?

The two superpowers have escalated their rhetoric in recent weeks - is a conflict on the horizon? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O4nedtE

French burkini ban challenged by Grenoble in top court

The ban on the full-body swimsuits in public swimming pools is contested by Grenoble city council. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NwVJuPF

Amber Heard speaks about social media 'hate and vitriol' of Johnny Depp trial

The actress gives her first interview since the verdict in her defamation trial against Johnny Depp. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mCa9JUM

Manchester bombing survivor climbs to Mount Kilimanjaro summit

Martin Hibbert was paralysed from the waist down during a bomb attack at Manchester Arena in 2017. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HJaZfjh

Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira: Two bodies found in search for missing pair

British journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira went missing on 5 June. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Zj2G0hW

Four Siberian tiger cubs born in China

There are less than 1,000 siberian tigers living in the wild. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XJbla5F

Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira: 'A tragedy foretold'

Indigenous community in the Javari Valley say they feel abandoned by Brazilian authorities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sG0mdrt

Indian officials demolish houses of Muslims after protests

Authorities in Uttar Pradesh have demolished the houses of several Muslims they allege are linked to recent protests that turned violent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/V1e7gGJ

Covid: Dozens of Covid cases linked to Beijing bar

Mass testing is taking place after more than 160 cases are linked to a bar in the capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nExfQHl

Hajj-Muslim pilgrims face losing out from online booking to Mecca

The Saudi government wants Muslims to book online for Mecca but many have already paid tour agents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Chn0Xq8

Have a look inside Russia's new 'Tasty' McDonald's replacement

The new Russian brand is called "Vkusno i Tochka", which translates to "Tasty and that's it". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/84pngk3

Abuja to Kaduna train attack: Gunmen free 11 hostages

Their release comes as President Buhari expresses his "daily grief" over Nigeria's security crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/w3Bn1Nx

Russia unveils 'tasty' McDonald's substitute

The fast food outlets are rebranded as "Tasty and that's it" after the burger giant pulled out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/meMBbPi

The Lady of Heaven film: Morocco bans ‘blasphemous’ British film

The Lady of Heaven film, about the daughter of prophet Muhammad, has sparked outrage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cIqmbkp

Inhaled vaccines offer better protection than nasal sprays, study shows

Scientists who compared respiratory vaccine-delivery systems have confirmed that inhaled aerosol vaccines provide far better protection and stronger immunity than nasal sprays. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/U7slF19

Russia hands out passports in occupied Ukraine cities

The issuing of Russian passports in occupied Kherson and Melitopol is condemned by Kyiv. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Tn2rLVv

Qatar World Cup 2022: German ex-football star says host's treatment of gay people is unacceptable

Oliver Bierhoff says the World Cup host's treatment of gay people is "absolutely unacceptable". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VQYqjhT

China: Footage of women attacked in restaurant sparks outrage

There is widespread anger in China after footage went viral of an attack on a group of women. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HOFRPb2

Aukus: Australia to pay €555m settlement to French firm

The €555m settlement draws a line under a row that threatened to torpedo EU-Australia trade talks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/a4tfxR1

Polish hammer throwing champ fights off car thief

Poland's Anita Wlodarczyk says she will have surgery on an injury sustained while apprehending a thief who broke into her car. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/e1c4OMr

Studying grassland from space

Extensively used grassland is host to a high degree of biodiversity, and performs an important climate protection function as a carbon sink and also serves for fodder and food production. However, these ecosystem services are jeopardized if productivity on these lands is maximized and their use therefore intensified. Researchers have now described how satellite data and machine learning methods enable to assess land-use intensity. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/9dLnyte

Bolsonaro: Closer US-Brazil ties unlikely after 'Trump of the Tropics' meets Biden

Brazil's president Jair Bolsonaro, has questioned the validity of the US leader's victory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gS76oX0

The interferon gamma receptor pathway is necessary for CAR T-cell mediated killing in solid tumors

Researchers have discovered that the interferon gamma receptor (IFNgR) signaling pathway is critical for susceptibility of glioblastoma tumors to killing by CAR T-cell immunotherapy. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/LhdFH0K

Border rapist trial starts in France for 56 attacks

Dino Scala is accused of a 30-year series of rapes and sexual assaults. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SeKbhlP

Hormones contribute to sex disparities in bladder cancer, study shows

Male sex hormones interfere with the body's ability to fight bladder cancer, likely explaining why males experience higher cancer rates and more deadly disease, according to a new study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/mRCqSpJ

Aamir Liaquat Hussain: Pakistan's shock televangelist dies at 50

Aamir Liaquat Hussain was an outspoken, divisive anchor whose shows featured flashy prizes and abuse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aSNVRCp

Europe's largest land predator unearthed on the Isle of Wight

Palaeontologists have identified the remains of one of Europe's largest ever land-based hunters: a dinosaur that measured over 10m long and lived around 125 million years ago. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/mZi1aHl

Dom Phillips: Brazil steps up search for missing journalist

Journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira disappeared on Sunday in the Amazon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8DuHmjU

Champions League final: Paris police chief sorry for tear gassing Liverpool fans

The head of security at the Champions League final admits failings but says his aim was to save lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PRk5prT

Berlin crash: Attack on capital's streets was ‘cruel rampage’ – Scholz

Berlin's mayor says the suspect, who is in police custody, is "severely mentally impaired". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DEGHvp8

Exotic tree plantations can disturb local wildlife, researchers find

Initiatives using non-native tree species can impact tropical insects in neighbouring forests, according to an international study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/fZmNlEL

Bola Tinubu: Lagos APC 'godfather' sets sights on Nigeria conquest

Bola Tinubu, 70, will lead Nigeria's ruling APC into presidential elections next February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XwECU6M

Creating mRNA with an all-chemical process may allow for customized mRNA vaccines

A new synthesis method offers hope for creation of advance mRNA vaccines to fight viruses and even cancers. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/g6cV31X

Paris woman condemns police for friend's fatal shooting

A young woman speaks out after her friend becomes the latest person to die in a police road check. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VltWNp1

Belgian royals in DR Congo: King Phillipe returns looted mask

It is the first of 84,000 colonial objects Belgian authorities have agreed to give back. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gb4BkCG

Berlin: One dead and others hurt as car drives into pedestrians

Police say it is unclear whether the incident was an accident or a deliberate attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dRu5CLf

New evidence about when, where, and how chickens were domesticated

New research transforms our understanding of the circumstances and timing of the domestication of chickens, their spread across Asia into the west, and reveals the changing way in which they were perceived in societies over the past 3,500 years. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/4OGIPuh

Apple announces buy now, pay later, among iOS 16 plans

The tech giant is introducing the controversial service as part of its iOS 16 update. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/S4izcmX

Li Jiaqi: China Lipstick King sparks Tiananmen questions

Livestreamer Li Jiaqi is yet to reappear after an apparent reference to the massacre on his show. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/cJoP93M

KFC Australia forced to swap lettuce for cabbage

It comes as Australian shoppers have been hit with soaring prices for some fresh fruits and vegetables. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ltvfi5h

Tiger King's Doc Antle charged with money laundering

Bhagavan "Doc" Antle has been charged with laundering more than half a million dollars. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IHvpwiJ

Removing barriers to opioid use disorder treatment shows success during pandemic

Pandemic-era changes to prescribing guidelines for the lifesaving drug buprenorphine led to improved treatment outcomes for patients with opioid use disorder in Philadelphia, according to a recently published study. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/oCigGjq

Novel method for early disease detection using DNA droplets

Droplet systems such as DNA droplets, which are formed by liquid-liquid phase separation of macromolecules, play an essential role in cellular functions. Now, by combining the technologies of DNA droplets and DNA computing, computational DNA droplets have been developed, which can recognize specific patterns in tumor biomarker microRNA sequences. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/dXLAoNk

Ryanair Afrikaans test: South African fury over language quiz

South Africans flying on Ryanair must take a test in the Afrikaans language to prove their nationality. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IsMl2UZ

British geologist jailed in Iraq after taking artefacts

Jim Fitton, 66, who is charged with taking 12 stones and broken pottery, is jailed for 15 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BeyoT05

Ukraine war: Putin vows to hit new targets if West sends weapons to Ukraine

The warning came as parts of Kyiv were hit in the first assault on Ukraine's capital for weeks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OuPeEo7

Promising rectal cancer study

A scientist comments on the evolving treatment of rectal cancer in light of findings from a study that found the immunotherapy drug dostarlimab was especially effective in a phase II clinical trial of a dozen patients with a subtype of rectal cancer. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/wPA07Vg

Monkeypox: Cases outside Africa rise to 780 in three weeks

WHO figures show confirmed cases tripled in a week, which is likely to be an underestimate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yl59EFo

China fighter jet intercepts Australian plane - Canberra

Australia accuses a Chinese pilot of dangerous actions near the aircraft over the South China Sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/A3De8Vj

Nigeria violence: Gunmen attack Catholic church killing worshippers in Ondo state

The armed men entered the church in south-west Nigeria during a service and killed several people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sopC0hZ

Party at the Palace: The Queen meets Paddington Bear for jubilee celebrations

The Queen and the animated children's character professed a shared love for marmalade sandwiches. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/A9Nnk3V

Ukraine anger as Macron says 'Don't humiliate Russia'

The French leader wants to give Vladimir Putin an "exit ramp", but Ukraine rejects that stance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lcvIow5

Tiananmen: Arrests reported in Hong Kong on anniversary of massacre

China has effectively banned the city's annual vigil commemorating the Tiananmen Square massacre. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bcvT0aR

Russian man accused of Alexander Litvinenko killing dies of Covid-19

Dmitry Kovtun, one of two men the UK says were behind the poisoning, has died in Russia of Covid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EA0BObc

DNA shed from colon cancers into bloodstream successfully guides chemotherapy after surgery

A multi-institutional, international study found that testing for ctDNA after surgery and directing chemotherapy to ctDNA-positive patients reduced the use of chemotherapy overall without compromising recurrence-free survival. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/S53j9ia

Iran's Khamenei accuses 'enemy' of stirring up protests

His comments come after several weeks of demonstrations in cities over the rising cost of basic foods. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PmcruVf

Cuba floods: At least two dead as heavy rain hits island

Havana residents knee-deep in water as the aftermath of Hurricane Agatha hits the Cuban capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/t0xp4If

Bavaria train crash: At least four killed in German rail accident

At least four people die and some 30 are injured after a train derails in the state of Bavaria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/92FsHRB

Machine guns found in raid on French neo-Nazi gang

Authorities say the group went on a "Jew hunt" during a football match in Strasbourg. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FrgIcLm

Target protein for diabetes drug linked to reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease

Mechanisms associated with a particular diabetes drug can also help to protect against Alzheimer's disease, a new study reports. The results indicate that the drug's target protein can be an interesting candidate for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/71uMjoQ

Osinachi Nwachuwku: Husband denies killing Nigeria gospel star

Osinachi Nwachuwku's death in April sparked outrage amid reports she was a victim of domestic abuse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UBchJ4H

Lagos okadas: Nigeria crushes 2,000 motorcycle taxis

More than 2,000 bikes are being destroyed after a Nigerian man was killed in a row over fares. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MpcL4Dt

Real Madrid ask France for Stade de France answers

Real Madrid have asked for answers into the "series of unfortunate events" at the Champions League final against Liverpool in Paris. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BLAEc0i

Pakistani Taliban militants announce indefinite ceasefire with Islamabad

The ceasefire comes after negotiations in Kabul brokered by the Afghan Taliban government. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8t1gsRD

Brain scans remarkably good at predicting political ideology

Brain scans of people taken while they performed various tasks -- and even did nothing -- accurately predicted whether they were politically conservative or liberal, according to the largest study of its kind. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/JTY2P0R

Elon Musk declares end to remote working at Tesla

Staff unwilling to abide by new rules can "pretend to work somewhere else", says boss. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2kC60jr

Depp-Heard trial: Why Johnny Depp lost in the UK but won in the US

Experts say key factors included having a jury trial and his lawyers using a specific legal tactic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IrHmX2z

Turkey wants to be called Türkiye in rebranding move

The country wants to be called Türkiye as part of a campaign launched by its president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7gvNwus

High fat diet, unregulated athletic exercise endurance enhancers linked to risk of pancreatic cancer

A study suggests that substances touted to improve athletic performance can activate a receptor that accelerates the progression of pre-cancerous lesions to pancreatic cancer in mice. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/sDmxAyI

Israel and Palestinians in flag furore amid ban move

The fight over whether Palestinian flags can be displayed hots up as some are publicly taken down. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/c4WoV9a

Antibiotics wreak havoc on athletic performance

New research demonstrates that by killing essential gut bacteria, antibiotics ravage athletes' motivation and endurance. The mouse study suggests the microbiome is a big factor separating athletes from 'couch potatoes'. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/4kxoJ7D

Champions League: Macron wants 'full transparency' over chaos at final

Chaotic scenes outside the Stade de France on Saturday marred the Champions League final. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UN7OtAc

Automated drones could scare birds off agricultural fields

A research team has developed a system where cameras could spot pest birds in vineyards or orchards and launch drones to drive off the avian irritants, then return to watch for the next invading flock. All without a human nearby. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/Wf86cyA

Your genetic sex determines the way your muscle 'talks' to other tissues in your body: Study

A new study identifies sex-specific circuits of muscle signaling to other tissues and that the organs and processes muscle impacts are markedly different between males and females. This new discovery provides insight into how muscle functions, such as exercise, promote healthy longevity, metabolism and improve cognition. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/IiM9LvZ

Biden meets BTS to tackle US anti-Asian hate

The K-pop boy band went to the White House to discuss the recent rise in hate crimes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CsXADSW

Germans get €9-a-month travel in response to energy price rises

For the next three months, public transport costs are being cut to tackle the soaring cost of living. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kWr4ecM

Hurricane Agatha: 11 dead and dozens missing in Mexico

Landslides and flash flooding caused by the storm have caused havoc in the coastal state of Oaxaca. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GnMfQ9d