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Surprise finding sheds light on what causes Huntington's disease, a devastating fatal brain disorder
Scientists are unraveling the mystery of what triggers Huntington’s disease, a devastating hereditary disorder that strikes in the prime of lifeABC News - 7h -
The Crazy Nokia Designs That Never Saw the Light of Day
The Nokia Design Archive features some of the company’s wackier mobile ideas, including wearables, a touchscreen credit card, and a phone that lets you feel the texture of images.Wired - 1d -
How Biden Surprised Progressives
To the departing president, F.D.R. seemed a guiding, if often elusive, star.The New York Times - 20h -
Files shed light on notorious spies — and how the queen was kept in the dark
Members of the spy ring in the 1930s spilled secrets to the Soviet Union from the heart of the U.K. intelligence establishment.CBS News - 2d -
What caused the fires, and how big are they?
Everything you need to know about the blazes that have forced thousands to leave their homes.BBC News - 3d -
Even Adults May Soon Be Vulnerable to ‘Childhood’ Diseases
Outbreaks among the unvaccinated are a predictable consequence of falling immunization rates. But even vaccinated adults may be vulnerable to some illnesses.The New York Times - 3d -
TikTok ban could create a valuable prize: users’ brain space
For Mark Zuckerberg the biggest coup would be to buy the video app outrightFinancial Times - 3d -
How’s my home life? Well, I’ve moved into the shed to spend more time with the chickens | Emma Beddington
It’s the only way I can think of to keep them safe from foxes. If only it wasn’t so cold …. I recently acquired three lovely new hens, but so far my husband’s schemes to protect them from foxes ...The Guardian - 3d -
Scott Bessent, Trump’s Billionaire Treasury Pick, Will Shed Assets to Avoid Conflicts
Financial disclosure forms show hundreds of millions of assets including property in the Bahamas and investments in Bitcoin and bets against China’s currency.The New York Times - 5d -
Is a brain-stimulation headset the answer to depression?
The makers of a device that delivers small electrical impulses to the brain are hailing the technology as a groundbreaking mental health treatment, but others are sceptical. “Flow helps the vast ...The Guardian - 5d -
Animal transports banned in German region after foot-and-mouth disease detected
Animal transports have been banned in a state surrounding Berlin and the capital’s two zoos have closed as a precaution after foot-and-mouth disease was detected in a buffalo herd just outside the ...ABC News - 5d -
From iced buns to brussels sprouts: nine nutritionists on what they really eat (it may surprise you)
Is it all green juice and overnight oats, or do health experts enjoy the occasional burger or chocolate eclair? They reveal their tips and treats. What do you eat for breakfast? A savoury ...The Guardian - 5d -
LSU's Lacy facing charges related to fatal crash
State police in Louisiana have issued an arrest warrant for former LSU receiver Kyren Lacy, who is accused of causing a crash that killed a 78-year-old man last month and then fleeing the scene ...ESPN - 5d -
R. Nicholas Burns, U.S. Ambassador, Says China Is Aligned With ‘Agents of Disorder’
R. Nicholas Burns, the top U.S. diplomat in Beijing, says the Biden administration is making a final push to urge China to reconsider its tilt toward Russia, Iran and North Korea.The New York Times - 6d -
The rising threat of deadly diseases jumping from animals to humans
Zoonotic pathogens very likely caused the last pandemic. Can we get better at halting them before the next one?Financial Times - 6d -
Gunman in "pizzagate" hoax fatally shot by North Carolina police
Edgar Welch fired an assault rifle inside a Washington, D.C., restaurant in December 2016 while claiming to investigate the "pizzagate" hoax.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
What we know about L.A. fire evacuations, maps, causes and more
Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted Tuesday and roared across the Los Angeles area, destroying hundreds of homes and killing at least five people.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
The Devastating Los Angeles Fires in Pictures
More than 130,000 people have been evacuated from their homes, with the fires—which are still uncontained—having been declared a major disaster by President Biden.Wired - Jan. 9 -
Defining Depersonalization Derealization Disorder
The sensation of being detached from your surroundings may point to a hard-to-diagnose condition.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
L.A. officials report civilian fatalities and '0% containment' for wildfires
Los Angeles officials gave an update on the wildfires in California, reporting that there are multiple injuries and two reported fatalities from the Eaton Fire as it grows with "0% containment."NBC News - Jan. 8 -
SAG Awards nominations: What the biggest snubs and surprises mean for the Oscar race
The SAG Awards usually are a reliable forecast for Oscar glory. Will motion picture academy voters once again follow the script?Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
LA council member: 'Absolute miracle' no fatalities reported
Los Angeles Councilwoman Traci Park said it is an “absolute miracle” no fatalities have been reported as fires blaze through parts of Los Angeles. “This fire moved very, very quickly,” Park said in ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Sugary Drinks Linked to Global Rise in Diabetes, Heart Disease
A new study assesses the effects of sugar-laden beverages on global health, with higher rates of consumption found in Latin America and parts of Africa.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
American Driver Is Fatally Shot by Police Officer in Mexico
The shooting in Ciudad Juárez was being investigated. A prosecutor said the driver, from Texas, had accelerated in the officer’s direction and nearly hit him.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Fluoride once again scrutinized for possible effect on children's brains
A new report once again raises the question of whether there is a link between fluoride in drinking water and lower IQ levels in children.NBC News - Jan. 6 -
What the Webb telescope has discovered in a galaxy 6.5 billion light-years away
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has captured a unique image that revealed 44 individual stars in a galaxy 6.5 billion light-years away from the Milky Way.ABC News - Jan. 6 -
Sugary drinks linked to millions of new diabetes and heart disease cases – study
Tufts University analysis highlights rise in global health inequalities, with fastest growth in linked diseases in Africa. Sugary drinks are responsible for more than 2.2m new cases of diabetes and ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Will we see more northern lights in 2025?
We had multiple nights of dazzling northern lights last year — will that trend continue in 2025?The Hill - Jan. 5 -
Could Humans Have a Brain Microbiome?
The discovery that other vertebrates have healthy, microbial brains is fueling the still controversial possibility that we might have them as well.Wired - Jan. 5 -
Cold dips, lights and fireworks: Photos of the week
A selection of news photographs from around the world.BBC News - Jan. 4 -
House Republicans Pledge Drilling and Make It Easier to Shed Federal Land
The newly elected Speaker said the party would make it a priority to “restore America’s energy dominance.”The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Finding Light in Winter
No matter how dark the days, we can find light in our own hearts, and we can be one another’s light.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
Letter Carrier Is Fatally Stabbed at a Bodega in Harlem
The police had a person of interest in custody, but no charges had been filed. Investigators did not identify the victim.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
CoD: Black Ops 6 Squid Game Event Includes Red Light Green Light, Operator Bundles, And Rewards
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone will dive into the competitive world of Squid Game on January 3, bringing a new event themed around the hit Netflix show. Activision has revealed the full ...GameSpot - Jan. 2 -
Neumora Therapeutics’ stock craters after trial of major depressive disorder fails to meet main goals
The news is a setback for the clinical-stage biotech and a drug that proved successful in earlier trials.MarketWatch - Jan. 2 -
What does an America without democracy look like? We’re about to find out.
Whatever you think 2025 will bring, you’re most likely wrong.The Hill - Jan. 2 -
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Iran’s brain drain is happening at an alarming rate
The country’s loss of human capital underscores systemic problemsFinancial Times - Jan. 1
