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Desperate Housewives star Valerie Mahaffey dies aged 71

The star died in California on Friday after being diagnosed with cancer, her publicist says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/86a0lG9

Hamas makes hostage pledge but demands changes to US Gaza ceasefire plan

The response is seen as neither an explicit rejection nor clear acceptance of the proposal, but US envoy Steve Witkoff has branded it "unacceptable". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZD8sQgG

EU 'strongly' regrets US plan to double steel tariffs

The 27-member bloc says Donald Trump's move undermines efforts to reach a deal, warning of "countermeasures". from BBC News https://ift.tt/d8HXlix

Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault

The broadcaster appears at a plea hearing after being accused of five charges relating to four women. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D80SV6y

New Banksy mystery location revealed

The new piece of street art depicts the shadow of a lighthouse emerging out of a bollard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BZFSbmC

Video footage shows paraglider's perilous accidental 8000m-high flight

Peng Yujiang, 55, was testing new equipment when a rare "cloud suck" pulled him higher into a cloud formation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ASQD0pM

Chinese paraglider pulled 8,000m high into clouds

Peng Yujiang was pulled 8,500m above sea level by a rare updraft called a 'cloud suck'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PE5Kgxe

Iran investigates 'missing' Indian nationals

The families of the men, who are from Punjab state, allege they have been kidnapped in Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mi9A6nd

South Africans pay tribute to acting 'icon' Chweneyagae who died age 40

Presley Chweneyagae, the star of Oscar-winning 2005 film Tsotsi, died from natural causes, his family says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2Yx8sPF

Slovakia approves sale of brown bear meat to public

Brown bears are a protected EU species but the government has launched a cull after recent attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GxEk2mU

Rare antelope captured on camera as experts say under 100 exist

The picture of the Upemba Lechwe was taken through the window of an aeroplane during a survey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6rN0nSD

Trump pardons former sheriff convicted of bribery

The US president says Scott Jenkins is a "victim of an overzealous Biden Department of Justice". from BBC News https://ift.tt/H1znIJm

India's ex-wrestling chief cleared of sexually harassing girl

Singh still faces a separate case of sexual harassment and stalking by six adult wrestlers, which he has denied. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LiVz8Pa

Austria's ex-chancellor has conviction quashed

Former conservative star Sebastian Kurz wins his appeal- removing a key obstacle to any political comeback. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DybGOPa

Watch: Push in the face by wife was joke not domestic dispute, says Macron

Footage shows the moment Emmanuel Macron appears to be shoved in the face by his wife as they touch down in Hanoi, Vietnam. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s4Mfrug

Venezuela's ruling party claims election victory despite opposition boycott

President Maduro's party will now control all but one state after a vote the opposition called a "farce". from BBC News https://ift.tt/JvBgflG

Head of controversial Israel-backed Gaza aid group resigns

The UN has said the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's plan would make "starvation a bargaining chip". from BBC News https://ift.tt/vju8rah

Second suspected sabotage in France as power cut hits Nice

Officials say the blaze that caused the power outage is probably of "criminal origin". from BBC News https://ift.tt/htwXd6G

Positive mindset about aging in over-60s linked to better recovery after a fall

There is a strong association between an older person's view of how they are aging and how well they will physically recover after a fall. That is the finding of a new research study which is the first to suggest how important psychological factors may be in post-fall physical recovery. Falls in older adults are a major health concern because they can lead to high levels of physical disability and hospitalization, as well as affecting people's ability to live independently. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/1l5Tzq9

Digital mental health tools need human touch

Keeping a human in the loop significantly enhances emotional engagement during online psychological interviews. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/wKH0x7d

Engineers discover a new class of materials that passively harvest water from air

A serendipitous observation has led to a surprising discovery: a new class of nanostructured materials that can pull water from the air, collect it in pores and release it onto surfaces without the need for any external energy. The research describes a material that could open the door to new ways to collect water from the air in arid regions and devices that cool electronics or buildings using the power of evaporation. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/0z9iPjk

First vascularized model of stem cell islet cells

Researchers have developed a vascularized organoid model of hormone secreting cells in the pancreas. The advance promises to improve diabetes research and cell-based therapies. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/gSEkfCH

Charge radius of Helium-3 measured with unprecedented precision

A research team has achieved a significant breakthrough in determining fundamental properties of atomic nuclei. The team conducted laser spectroscopy experiments on muonic helium-3. Muonic helium-3 is a special form of helium in which the atom s two electrons are replaced by a single, much heavier muon. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/uW3xbIe

A faster, more reliable method for simulating the plasmas used to make computer chips

Researchers developed a faster, more stable way to simulate the swirling electric fields inside industrial plasmas -- the kind used to make microchips and coat materials. The improved method could lead to better tools for chip manufacturing and fusion research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/VRwjKm7

Israeli strike kills nine of Gaza doctor's children, hospital says

A British surgeon working in Nasser Hospital said he had operated on the doctor's surviving 11-year-old. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dN5KtuC

Amazon tribe sues New York Times over story it says led to porn addict claims

The lawsuit claims a report portrayed the Marubo people as "unable to handle" basic internet exposure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YuJftBv

Nigerian government sues senator over assassination claims

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan accused one of the country's top politicians of trying to kill her. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xdnMpD6

Activist freed in Tanzania after Kenyan government demand

Kenya had earlier said it had been denied access to Boniface Mwangi and expressed concern over his health. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9EIGQKn

UN says 90 lorries collected aid from Gaza crossing after three-day delay

Lorry loads of aid, including flour and baby food, are picked up after Israel eased an 11-week-long blockade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rXgoEMk

Apple iPhone designer Jony Ive joins OpenAI in $6.5bn deal

OpenAI says partnering with the "greatest designer in the world" will allow it to re-imagine what a computer can do. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wteilcX

MRI can replace painful spinal tap to diagnose MS more quickly, according to a new study

Experts have demonstrated that multiple sclerosis (MS) can successfully be diagnosed using an MRI scan, meaning patients no longer need to undergo a painful lumbar puncture. Experts found that by using a new MRI scan, they could successfully diagnose MS in 8 minutes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/UcJCKDL

New research reveals Puff adders as an important conservation and rodent control solution

New research has revealed that puff adders (Bitis arietans) can be highly efficient at controlling rodent populations that threaten agricultural production on the continent. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/iPABtlQ

Tennis' French Open is days away - what do players need to succeed on clay?

Sliding, slicing and a powerful forehand - BBC Sport assesses what makes a good clay-court player. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HDoIvPk

West Nile virus detected in UK mosquitoes for first time

A UK Health Safety Agency spokesperson said the risk to the general public is "very low". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZaR8hmu

With evolutionary AI, scientists find hidden keys for better land use

A new AI decision making tool effectively balances various complex trade-offs to recommend ways of maximizing carbon storage, minimizing economic disruptions and helping improve the environment and people's everyday lives. It uses evolutionary AI, a kind of digital version of biological natural selection, to optimize policies in the face of competing priorities. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/iITKVzP

South Africa to pursue appeal against Nigerian pastor acquitted of rape

Timothy Omotoso, who denies assaulting women from his church, has reportedly returned to Nigeria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hk3pKyT

Watch: Cat caught smuggling drugs into Costa Rica prison

The feline was found carrying 235.65g of marijuana and 67.76g of heroin, authorities say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PZ6nrLo

Russia launches biggest drone attack since invasion began, says Ukraine

The barrage came just a day after the first talks in three years between Russian and Ukrainian sides. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WvpkImz

Kenya's ex-justice minister 'detained' in Tanzania

Karua was allowed into Tanzania last month but has been stopped this time ahead of the trial for Lissu. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cYfQg90

All hospitals in north Gaza out of service, says health ministry

Hamas-run ministry says Indonesian hospital besieged by Israeli forces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Th0dIig

Learning as an adventure: The lecture theater in the spaceship

In Project Chimera, a game lab combines a VR computer game with educational problems in order to convey scientific content in a motivating way. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/VljtTa3

'To Easy LoL' - New Orleans jail break may have been inside job

The inmates ripped a toilet from the wall and escaped through a hole before running across a highway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lwVhvB6

New study raises concerns about the safety of long-term ADHD medication treatment in children

A recent study reveals that the average duration of ADHD medication for children and adolescents is more than three years. However, reliable, controlled data on the safety of marketed ADHD medicines in children are available for only one year of follow-up. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/QMLVfr9

Professor challenges long-held assumptions of symmetry in physics

A groundbreaking experiment--reveals 'symmetry' in physics doesn't always behave as scientists once believed. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/aypTqF4

People with lupus who have certain antibodies are more likely to experience blood clots, researchers find

Some patients with lupus who possess specific antibodies are at a higher risk of thrombotic events such as a blood clot, stroke or heart attack, a new study shows. The finding might help clinicians determine which patients may need early treatment and clinical monitoring for thrombotic events. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/b652hka

Engineers tackle sunlight intermittency in solar desalination

A team of engineers has developed a system that could transform desalination practices, making the process more adaptable, resilient and cheaper. The new system is powered by sunlight and uses a creative approach to heat recovery for extended water production -- with and without sunshine. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/dp2qEs6

Study shows vision-language models can't handle queries with negation words

Researchers found that vision-language models, widely used to analyze medical images, do not understand negation words like 'no' and 'not.' This could cause them to fail unexpectedly when asked to retrieve medical images that contain certain objects but not others. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/oYUTC7i

New nanoparticle could make cancer treatment safer, more effective

Scientists have created a new nanoparticle that could make ultrasound-based cancer treatments more effective and safer, while also helping prevent tumors from coming back. To make the therapy even more powerful, the scientists also attached a potent chemotherapy drug to the peptide on the nanoparticle's surface. The ultrasound physically destroys the tumor, and the drug helps eliminate any leftover cancer cells that might cause the tumor to return. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/ya0P7Gz

Pregnant Israeli woman killed in West Bank shooting attack

Tzeela Gez died from her injuries, but doctors were able to deliver her baby. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gzpU0Ou

Bailey gets restraining order against 'abusive' ex

She alleges rapper DDG has been violent towards her since their break-up. He has not yet commented. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NnAvW4w

Human rights groups warn of 'surge' in migrant worker deaths in Saudi Arabia

Workers are already dying from preventable workplace accidents as the country prepares to host the 2034 World Cup, reports say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ufEJKI5

Military rulers in Mali dissolve all political parties

All political meetings have also been banned as the junta intensifies its grip on power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6gliQF3

Uruguay's José Mujica, world's 'poorest president', dies

The former guerrilla who governed Uruguay from 2010 to 2015 earned his nickname because of his modest lifestyle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0lOzUGu

The Philippines has voted - now the game of thrones begins again

The mid-term results will shape the bitter feud between President Bongbong Marcos and his Vice-President Sara Duterte. from BBC News https://ift.tt/raRESX7

Dozens of white South Africans arrive in US under Trump refugee plan

Donald Trump says they are victims of "racial discrimination", which is strongly denied by South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dRNIkJP

Modi addresses nation for first time since start of India-Pakistan strikes

His speech comes after a ceasefire was agreed between the two countries following days of intense shelling by both sides. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bGDV8BX

Pope calls for journalists to be released from prison

The new pontiff expressed solidarity with journalists who had been jailed for "reporting the truth". from BBC News https://ift.tt/YH0469z

Crates full of Nazi documents found in Argentine court's basement

The crates, dating back to 1941, contain Nazi party membership booklets and Nazi propaganda material. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8tvlGuH

Entire Gaza population at critical risk of famine, UN-backed assessment says

Famine is not currently occurring in Gaza, the assessment says, but it calls for urgent action to increase humanitarian aid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YfKj6Sv

First white South Africans flying to US under Trump refugee plan

Donald Trump says they are victims of "racial discrimination", which is strongly denied by South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RrtT3da

Taliban suspends chess over gambling concerns

Chess will be suspended until religious considerations are addressed, a spokesman said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aYFI7XP

Three men held over suitcases stuffed with hermit crabs

The suspects are accused of attempting to smuggle 160kg of live crabs out of Japan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B2NZjQ0

Watch: Crowds cheer as Pope holds first Sunday address

Worshippers packed St Peter's Square as Pope Leo XIV called for an end to global conflicts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yQ7qWgi

What Trump does next on Ukraine is key - and he could go either way

Neither Putin nor Zelensky want to be seen by Trump as the obstacle to peace, writes Frank Gardner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KGtmPIz

European leaders call Trump to discuss 30-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

France, Britain, Germany and Poland met President Vlodomyr Zelensky to discuss an unconditional ceasfire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nP87GSz

Taylor Swift criticises Lively-Baldoni court summons

The singer's representatives say the court summons was designed to create "tabloid clickbait". from BBC News https://ift.tt/bj0N5LA

The US and China are finally talking. Why now?

Economic pressures are forcing Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to seek an off-ramp in the trade war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PI5WOpg

White House 'actively looking at' suspending habeas corpus

Miller comments come as judges have sought to challenge some recent detentions made by the Trump administration in an effort to combat illegal immigration from BBC News https://ift.tt/V1Atpom

Turning non-magnetic materials magnetic with atomically thin films

The rules about magnetic order may need to be rewritten. An international team of researchers found that it was possible to turn a non-magnetic material into a magnetic material by slicing it into thin films. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/KCtQq2D

Mammal's lifespans linked to brain size and immune system function, says new study

Why do cats generally live longer than dogs? New research suggests that longer lifespans of mammals like cats could be linked to their bigger brains and more complex immune systems. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/nifgmP0

Why people reject new rules -- but only until they take effect

From seatbelt laws to new speed limits -- many people soon stop resisting policy changes that restrict their personal freedom once the new rules come into force. Researchers also identified the underlying psychological mechanism to gain important insights for possible communication strategies when introducing such measures. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/HA7BZus

Watch: Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as pontiff

Cardinals joined the newly appointed pope in the Sistine Chapel, in a service that began with a prayer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X6i2lzc

US cuts aid to Zambia over 'systematic' medicine theft

Critical medicines affected by the $50m cuts include Malaria, HIV and TB drugs, the US embassy says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/huW4tM6

Ukraine labels Russian ceasefire a farce after reports of hundreds of violations

A three-day truce was called by Vladimir Putin ahead of Russia's World War Two Victory Day celebrations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xCXrkGb

Israel PM 'uncertain' over condition of three Gaza hostages

Benjamin Netanyahu said he knew "with certainty" that 21 hostages were alive but the status of "three more" were unclear. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hpn6d9o

Watch: Moments past conclaves elected new popes

See the moments previous popes were elected by conclaves past, from 1939 to 2013. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H1oaIgu

Vapor-deposited perovskite semiconductors power next generation circuits

A research team has developed a groundbreaking technology poised to revolutionize next-generation displays and electronic devices. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/nawSjvt

Replanted rainforests may benefit from termite transplants

Termites -- infamous for their ability to destroy wood -- are rarely welcomed into rainforests that have been painstakingly replanted. But a new paper suggests that termite transplants may be necessary to help regenerating forests to thrive. Scientists found that termites are not thriving in replanted rainforests in Australia. Because decomposers like termites are essential for recycling nutrients and carbon, the researchers worry that the insect's slow recovery could hinder the growth and health of the young forests. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/JBnOQS7

'World Cup can be incentive for Russia to end war', says Trump

'World Cup can be incentive for Russia to end war', says Trump from BBC News https://ift.tt/DJLK5dG

Israel strikes Yemen's main airport in Sanaa

An Israeli military spokesman earlier warned "failure to evacuate and stay away from the area puts you in danger". from BBC News https://ift.tt/O3xEPzb

Biological 'clocks' key to muscle health and accelerated aging in shift workers

Muscle cells contain their own circadian clocks and disrupting them with shift work can have a profound impact on aging, according to new research. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/HYL2syP

Merz defeat 'an obstacle not a catastrophe'

The man expected to be Germany's next foreign minister reacts after Friedrich Merz fell short in a parliamentary vote to be named chancellor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E0FJ2LU

Mexican mayor arrested over alleged links to cartel training camp

The mayor of Teuchitlán is suspected of colluding with the New Generation Jalisco Cartel, which he denies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QNTCeIH

Popemobile to become health clinic for Gaza children

One of the famous vehicles is being refitted as a frontline clinic on wheels, following a request by the late pontiff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RhS9vOy

Israel security cabinet approves plan to expand Gaza offensive

The Israeli military has called up tens of thousands of reservists, saying it is aiming to increase pressure on Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AZqTFj2

Brazil police thwart bomb attack on Lady Gaga concert

Police say the plan was orchestrated by a group promoting hate speech and the radicalisation of teenagers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1nfd8o3

Elon Musk's Starbase in Texas will officially become a city

Residents approved incorporating a patch of land as the new municipality in an election on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UR5LAqj

Australia's opposition left reeling after crushing election defeat

Peter Dutton has been ousted from parliament after Anthony Albanese's landslide win. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ldwS5EH

Paramilitaries strike Port Sudan for first time, army says

It is the first time RSF attacks have reached the city, which is the de-facto capital of the army-led government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vgrzKHE

Novel rat model paves the way to advance COPD-associated cor pulmonale research

Researchers have developed a novel rat model that closely replicates the pathological features and physiological changes associated with human chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)-associated cor pulmonale. This model exhibits key characteristics, including chronic lung inflammation, pulmonary hypertension, and right ventricular hypertrophy. The new study details the potential for the model to unravel the complex interactions between lung and heart pathology and improve patient outcomes. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/9UjVDxl

Tunisia jails ex-prime minister on terrorism charges

Ali Laarayedh is the latest high-profile critic of the president to be jailed as campaigners slam "sham trials". from BBC News https://ift.tt/YPgZ8L6

Graduate student's discovery shows that even neutral molecules take sides when it comes to biochemistry

A new study turns long-held conventional wisdom about a certain type of polymer on its head, greatly expanding understanding of how some of biochemistry's fundamental forces work. The study opens the door for new biomedical research running the gamut from analyzing and identifying proteins and carbohydrates to drug delivery. from Latest Science News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/NVGaL85

South African woman convicted of kidnapping daughter Joshlin Smith

Joshlin Smith's disappearance last year sent shockwaves across South Africa. She is yet to be found. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XkraRYZ

Hong Kong police arrest family of pro-democracy activist, reports say

Anna Kwok's father and brother have been accused of helping the US-based pro-democracy activist with her finances, local media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pmActVZ

Anger as Uganda president's son says he's holding opposition bodyguard

The bodyguard of opposition leader Bobi Wine went missing five days ago, leading to fears for his safety. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1AwfHqT

Football-loving Brazilian nun, world's oldest person, dies at 116

Born on 8 June 1908 in southern Brazil, Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas dedicated her life to God and teaching. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3F8icwn

DR Congo seeks to remove ex-President Kabila's immunity

He is accused of backing M23 rebels in the east but he has previously denied links to the group. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cUr1bRs

Snake halts Japanese bullet trains after wrapping around power line

The famously punctual train service was suspended for almost two hours. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QijcFRl