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Surgeons in China have successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig lung into a brain-dead human recipient, marking a major step in xenotransplantation research. The organ functioned for nine days, remaining viable and showing no immediate signs of hyperacute rejection or infection. The lung, taken from a Chinese Bama Xiang pig with six genetic modifications, was transplanted into a 39-year-old man declared brain dead. Despite its early success, the lung began showing signs of fluid buildup and antibody-related damage within 24 hours, even under strong immunosuppressive medication. Researchers noted that the patient’s remaining natural lung may have masked the full extent…

The European Commission approved a twice-yearly HIV injection, allowing rollout across the European Union. Gilead confirmed the decision followed a European Medicines Agency recommendation last month. The medicine, called lenacapavir, represents a first-of-its-kind approach to HIV prevention. Lenacapavir Offers Effective Protection Lenacapavir works as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), stopping the virus from replicating and spreading. It reduces HIV risk in adults and adolescents. Clinical trials showed the jab prevented HIV 100 per cent of the time. Experts hailed it as one of the biggest medical breakthroughs of 2024. Gilead will sell the injection as Yeytuo in the EU, Norway, Iceland, and…

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to dismiss Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook immediately. The decision marks a sharp escalation in his conflict with the central bank. Trump argued there was “sufficient reason” to accuse Cook of providing false information in mortgage filings. He cited constitutional powers that he claimed allow him to act. Cook rejected the order, saying the president has no legal authority to remove her. She stressed she would not resign. No president has ever attempted to fire a Federal Reserve governor. Trump’s move follows his criticism of the bank and its chair Jerome Powell. He…

Claims of Unfair Reporting Donald Trump has escalated his confrontation with major media outlets, taking aim at ABC News and NBC News. He accused both broadcasters of producing overwhelmingly negative coverage and declared they should “face serious consequences.” On his platform Truth Social, Trump asserted that nearly all stories about him were critical, despite his widespread popularity. He further argued that Republicans and conservatives are routinely treated with bias. Demands Toward the FCC Pointing to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the body that regulates broadcasting in the U.S., Trump said the two networks function as “a branch of the Democratic…

Riot police fired tear gas at thousands of students protesting near Indonesia’s Parliament on Monday. Protesters condemned lavish housing allowances given to lawmakers despite widespread public economic hardship. Students attempted to march toward Parliament but were blocked by heavily guarded police lines. Demonstrators hurled rocks and bottles at officers and set fires beneath a flyover. Authorities deployed over 1,200 security personnel to secure the Parliament compound. Lawmakers’ Allowances Spark Public Outrage Reports revealed 580 members of the House of Representatives have received housing allowances since September 2024. Each lawmaker collected 50 million rupiah (€2,637) monthly, angering citizens facing economic struggles.…

Vintage once ruled the wine world In wine, the vintage has always been king. Every bottle of red, white, or rosé almost always carries the year of harvest on the label. Non-vintage still wine, which blends grapes from several years, has long been seen as cheap and undesirable. It is also far less common. But climate change is now shaking this tradition. Heatwaves, droughts, and extreme weather push winemakers to seek consistency. A small but growing group of respected wineries now release non-vintage bottles. They argue blending ensures quality when nature brings chaos. Napa Valley feels the heat Chris Howell,…

A large study published in Nature Medicine suggests that following a Mediterranean-style diet may help reduce the risk of dementia, even for those with a high genetic predisposition. The diet, rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, and low in red and processed meats, was linked to slower cognitive decline over a period of three decades. Diet Benefits Strongest for High-Risk Groups The findings were particularly notable in people carrying two copies of the APOE4 gene variant, which can increase Alzheimer’s risk up to twelvefold. Researchers found that participants with healthier dietary patterns showed better long-term brain health, suggesting that…

Antarctica, once visited by fewer than 8,000 people annually in the 1990s, welcomed more than 124,000 tourists in the 2023–24 season, with projections suggesting numbers could rise to 450,000 by 2034. A new study in Nature Sustainability warns that this surge, combined with expanding research bases, is leaving a lasting mark on the continent. Researchers travelling across 2,000 kilometres of Antarctica found concentrations of toxic metals such as nickel, copper and lead up to ten times higher than four decades ago. Tourism not only generates vast carbon emissions—about 5.44 tonnes of CO2 per passenger—but also disturbs wildlife, damages fragile vegetation…

From behind the scenes to iconic TV roles, Adler’s career spanned more than three decades A Life in Theater Jerry Adler, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday at age 96, began his career behind the curtain rather than in front of it. Born into a theatrical family—his father, Philip Adler, was a Broadway general manager, and his cousin Stella Adler was a renowned acting teacher—he started as an assistant stage manager while attending Syracuse University. Over the years, Adler worked on 53 Broadway productions as a stage manager, producer, and director, including the original My Fair Lady.…

SpaceX launched the CRS-33 mission to the International Space Station on Sunday from Cape Canaveral, Florida. The launch marked the Dragon spacecraft’s 50th visit to the orbiting laboratory since its debut in May 2012. After stage separation, the first-stage booster successfully landed on the A Shortfall of Gravitas droneship in the Atlantic. SpaceX officials confirmed the Dragon will dock with the station autonomously on Monday after a 28-hour flight. Beyond Resupply: Science in Orbit The CRS-33 mission carries 5,000 pounds of food, equipment, and experiments for astronauts aboard the ISS. Officials emphasized the mission also supports vital scientific studies for…