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Scientists destroy 99% of cancer cells in lab using this new technique

The early-stage research - which saw 99 per cent of melanoma cells eradicated in a lab - could provide new cancer treatment options, experts say.

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Scientists identify protein that could help fight ageing

Japanese scientists have identified a protein that could play a pivotal role in maintaining two subcellular structures linked to ageing and disease.

Art

AI study suggests Raphael painting was not entirely his own work

A renowned painting by Italian artist Raphael features a face that was not created by the Renaissance Master, suggests a new artificial intelligence analysis.

Lifestyle

Study finds higher cognitive ability linked to Brexit ‘Remain’ vote

The study found that higher cognitive ability is linked to a 'Remain' vote. "Depending on which side of the debate you fall, reading this may fill you with anger or joy."

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Lifestyle

Who is the Sexiest Bald Man Alive 2023 – and where is Stanley Tucci?

A grave injustice has been made in the poll to determine the Sexiest Bald Man of 2023.

Lifestyle

Study reveals Stone Age babies may have received better parenting

The study suggests that children might be "evolutionarily primed" to expect a higher level of caregiver involvement than what is typical in modern Western cultures.

Nutrition

Eating fish and antioxidants could help lung disease sufferers

Researchers analysed different studies on which diet and vitamins could help reduce the symptoms of lung disease patients.

Europe News

State of the Union: AI summit and Balkan EU push

This week, Bletchley Park made history again as host of the world’s first Artificial Intelligence Safety Summit.

Climate

Deadly, humid heat could creep into US Midwest and Australia

1.5 billion people could face deadly humid heat each year under a 3°C global temperature rise, a new study shows.

Health news

Scientists have designed a drug that mimics the benefits of exercise

The new drug boosted the metabolism and helped muscle gain and weight loss in mice - though it will be years before it will be trialled in humans.

Travel News

UK visa fees are going up: Here’s what you need to know

The UK government has said how the profits will be spent.

Nutrition

Unhealthy snacks are undermining healthy mealtimes, researchers warn

Snacking on unhealthy treats like cookies and cakes can undo the benefits of eating healthily at mealtimes.

Health news

Eye scans could reveal signs of Parkinson’s disease 7 years earlier

Using eye scan data and machine learning, researchers have confirmed artificial intelligence (AI) can spot subtle signs of Parkinson’s years before a clinical diagnosis.

Green News

Should ‘super emitters’ be taxed for climate impact of their income?

The richest 10% of US households responsible for 40% of the country’s emissions, a new study reveals.

Culture news

Study reveals how Europe's oldest mummy actually looked while alive

New DNA analysis of Ötzi the Iceman, the oldest human mummy ever discovered in Europe, reveals fascinating new details on how he actually looked. Warning: Video above contains graphic images.

Health news

US launches new studies to test long COVID treatments

Around 36 million people are estimated to suffer from long COVID across Europe.

Ukraine

Ukrainian teachers adapt for classes on the frontline

Not far from the frontline in eastern Ukraine, the school in the industrial town of Kostiantynivka is bombed out but a handful of pupils are still attending class online.

Health news

1.3 billion could suffer from diabetes by 2050 in ‘global crisis’

Structural racism and global inequalities are also accelerating soaring rates of diabetes disease, illness and death, researchers said.

Green News

Contact lenses could be 'shedding' microplastics into eyes

Contact lenses could be ‘shedding’ microplastics into your eyes, study shows.

Health news

Scientists believe these are the reasons for falling sperm counts

Researchers have looked at nearly 27,000 studies to identify the biggest factors causing sperm damage. This is what they found.