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Understanding Ebola’s wildlife origins is crucial to preventing next big outbreak

If we don’t know the source, not only do humans remain at risk but wildlife can suffer needlessly via retaliationWhile virologists and public health departments were palpitating over the news of an Andes virus infectious disease outbreak on a cruise...

The Guardian 2 weeks ago

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French government to face no-confidence vote over handling of deadly heatwave

France's Green Party has said it will launch a no-confidence motion against Sébastien Lecornu's government over its handling of a late-June heatwave that caused at least 1,000 excess deaths according to the public health agency.

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Did The Simpsons really predict the final of the 2026 World Cup?

Some people believe that they know who will face off in the final of this year’s FIFA World Cup – all because of an episode of The Simpsons from 1997. The claim is going viral on social media, and many are affirming that this is the US animated...

Euronews 2 weeks ago

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How barbers help Kenya's largest mental health hospital, one haircut at a time

In Kenya, mental health workers are trying to get men to take their psychological wellbeing more seriously. It can be a huge uphill battle, particularly when people feel like they have to suffer in silence. However, doing small things intentionally...

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Iran players depart unwelcoming World Cup, jeered by US official but saluted by fans

In a World Cup co-hosted by a country waging war on their homeland, the odds were always stacked against Iran’s Team Melli, who narrowly missed out on the knockout stage despite being undefeated. Their players departed North America on Tuesday...

France 24 2 weeks ago

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Billions of mRNA vaccine doses’ review underpins their effectiveness

A review of data covering billions of doses of mRNA vaccines has found "compelling" evidence that the technology is both safe and highly effective against infectious diseases, with researchers arguing that the focus should now shift to improving...

Euronews 2 weeks ago

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Global firms and German startups compete in realizing nuclear fusion

Companies around the world are competing to see who can build the first commercially viable nuclear fusion reactor. German startups are also in the race, supported by major corporations and private investors.

DW News 2 weeks ago

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When every minute counts: German air rescue between emergencies and cost pressures

When an emergency call comes in, every minute counts. Air rescue can reach patients within minutes, backing up ground teams, but a planned law to cap health insurance costs could put this rapid help under pressure.

Euronews 2 weeks ago

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Amazon fined $2.25 million for failing to help identity theft victims

The Federal Trade Commission fined Amazon $2.25 million to settle claims that the company failed to help customers who fell victim to identity theft, as reported earlier by Bloomberg. In its complaint, the FTC accuses Amazon of refusing to provide...

The Verge 3 weeks ago

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FDA scientists flag concerns with peptides, the trendy molecules RFK Jr. supports

Documents reviewing the research on peptides note lack of good evidence of efficacy or safety. Yet an FDA panel will consider easing access to them later this month.

NPR News 3 weeks ago

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RFK Jr. stacks FDA panel with peptide peddlers as FDA scientists oppose access

Peptide drugs are popular, but FDA scientists warn they're untested, may be harmful.

Ars Technica 3 weeks ago

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Libby will filter out AI content, kind of

This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. "AI is the new frontier for us," says Marc DeBevoise, who took over as the new CEO...

The Verge 3 weeks ago

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Scientists may have finally found how Alzheimer's spreads through the brain

A common brain protein may be giving Alzheimer’s disease an unexpected way to spread, carrying toxic Tau proteins from damaged neurons into healthy ones. By blocking these harmful protein packages before they reach new cells, researchers believe it...

Science Daily 3 weeks ago

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« Ce n’est pas normal de mourir à 13 ans » : après trois cas de cancers dans une école de Franconville, la colère des parents et une enquête sanitaire

L’Agence régionale de santé enquête sur des tumeurs signalées chez des élèves d’un établissement du Val-d’Oise construit près d’un ancien site industriel pollué. Les parents de Shiloh Diakité, morte d’un cancer du sein très rare, portent plainte...

Le Monde 3 weeks ago

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Healthcare in a heatwave: French hospitals and aged care homes bear the brunt of rising temperatures

Overburdened hospitals, overwhelmed mortuaries and millions suffering in temperatures touching 40°C – prolonged and intense heatwaves are the new normal, and a healthcare burden that France must immediately tackle.

France 24 3 weeks ago

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Pride Month has great significance for those who feel invisible. In Slovenia, many LGBTQ+ people understand just what that means

One of the first steps taken by Slovenia's new right-wing government in June was to remove the rainbow flag outside the Culture Ministry. As Pride Month draws to a close, DW surveys the situation of the LGBTQ+ community.

DW News 3 weeks ago

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Dbrand cancels Companion Cube because it didn’t actually ask Valve for permission

Dbrand announced Monday that it's refunding everyone who bought its Steam Machine Companion Cube, which it said it made "without a license from Valve." Dbrand announced the Portal-themed Steam Machine accessory in November and took preorders for it...

The Verge 3 weeks ago

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They were world-class tennis rivals. Now friends, they've teamed up against cancer

They were the women's tennis champions of their generation. Now, Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova open up about friendship, cancer and retirement in the documentary Chris & Martina: The Final Set.

NPR News 3 weeks ago

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French hospitals 'better prepared': 'Important lessons learned from deadly 2003 heatwave'

Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr. Antoine Flahault, Epidemiologist, Researcher, and Professor at Université Paris Cité - Hospital Bichat. France's latest heatwave has once again exposed the growing tension between a warming climate and...

France 24 3 weeks ago

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French hospitals 'better prepared': 'Important lessons learned from deadly 2003 heatwave'

Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr. Antoine Flahault, Epidemiologist, Researcher, and Professor at Université Paris Cité - Hospital Bichat. France's latest heatwave has once again exposed healthcare systems were largely designed for another era...

France 24 3 weeks ago