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Concerns raised over access to UK Biobank data after ‘race scientists’ claims
Expert says any suggestion of Human Diversity Foundation accessing sensitive data could affect public trust in science. Concerns have been raised about access to a scientific trove containing the ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Scientists Just Discovered Diving Headfirst Into Your Workday Will Make You Significantly More Productive
Granted, the study focused on workout performance–but the takeaway applies to work as well.Business - Inc. - October 28 -
Scientists Just Discovered a Super Easy Way to Increase the Health Benefits of Your Daily Walk
Want to maximize the health benefits of your daily walk? Forget step counts and try this easy research-backed trick.Business - Inc. - October 29 -
Scientists detect traces of an ancient Mayan city in southern Mexico using laser-sensor technology
Archaeologists using laser-sensing technology have detected what may be an ancient Mayan city cloaked by jungle in southern MexicoTech - ABC News - October 30 -
Spain floods latest: number killed passes 150 as scientists say climate change ‘most likely explanation’
At least 155 people have reportedly died with more rain forecast for the flood-hit region of Valencia. Death toll expected to rise amid anger over preparedness People in Spain: have you ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
Back from the dead: Scientists rebuild the face of 400-year-old Polish 'vampire'
Buried with a padlock on her foot and an iron sickle across her neck, “Zosia” was never supposed to be able to come back from the dead.Top stories - NBC News - October 31 -
Recognition at last for Tom Bacon, the scientist you’ve never heard of who helped put men on the moon
Cambridge home of the engineer who developed fuel system used on Apollo 11 is to receive a blue plaque. It has been nearly 70 years since Francis Thomas Bacon developed a source of clean green ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
The scientist who tested his revolutionary medicine on his own brain cancer: ‘It seemed worth it to give it a crack’
Richard Scolyer was one of the world’s leading melanoma researchers when he was struck with a brain tumour. Facing likely death, his team made him a guinea pig for his own medicine. Sign up for a ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
Exercise in a pill: have scientists really found a drug that’s as good for you as a 10km run?
Just how excited should we be about LaKe, the substance discovered by researchers at Denmark’s Aarhus University?. Can a pill really mimic all the beneficial effects of exercise? You’d think so ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
Scientists Just Discovered a Guaranteed Way to Live Longer, Healthier, and Smarter. But It Will Require (Literally) Heavy Lifting
Research shows you can influence your genes to crack the longevity code.Business - Inc. - November 7 -
The Elements of Marie Curie by Dava Sobel review – the great scientist who created her own school
A fresh and feminist study of the pioneering Nobel laureate reveals her impact on the women she mentored and set on the path to prominence. Marie Curie carried out some of her most pathbreaking ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
Scientists warn that a key Atlantic current could collapse, among other climate tipping points
A report describes the dire state of Earth’s snow and ice, suggesting that several major climate tipping points are more likely to be reached than previously thought.Top stories - NBC News - November 12 -
Scientists Just Discovered the Big 5 Personality Traits You Need to Be Successful at Different Jobs
A new study analyzed 70,000 people and 250 careers to create a free test that matches Big 5 personality traits to suitable jobs.Business - Inc. - November 13 -
California scientists unveil policy blueprint for stopping global plastic pileup in its tracks
The uniform adoption of just four waste management policies around the world could eliminate more than 90 percent of the planet’s plastic waste and nearly a third of associated carbon emissions by ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
Scientists still identifying 9/11 victims' remains, giving answers to loved ones
The New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner has pledged to continue efforts to identify 9/11 victims' remains for as long as there are families looking for answers.Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
The dark energy pushing our universe apart may not be what it seems, scientists say
Distant, ancient galaxies are giving scientists more hints that a mysterious force called dark energy may not be what they thoughtTech - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Fights over fluoride in drinking water are cropping up as political pressure mounts and scientists assess possible risks
Fights over fluoride in drinking water are cropping up as political pressure mounts and scientists assess possible risksHealth - ABC News - 2 days ago -
Living conditions to be added to NHS records
A housing provider says it will reduce the burden on the NHS and help them better serve residents' needs.Top stories - BBC News - October 26 -
Tuberculosis infections highest on record: WHO
Global tuberculosis cases reached an all-time high in 2023, with nearly 11 million people estimated to have become sick with the disease last year. According to the World Health Organization's ...Politics - The Hill - October 30 -
Georgia shatters early voting records
In Georgia, a key battleground state in the Trump-Harris race, more than 50% of voters participated during the 2024 early voting period. CBS News' Jared Eggleston has more on the record turnout ...Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
Trump and Harris make final push to break US election deadlock
Presidential candidates descend on Pennsylvania as polls in most crucial swing state show a dead heatBusiness - Financial Times - November 5 -
How violence became a theme of America’s election
Voters are on edge after a campaign season characterised by ‘unprecedented’ levels of extreme rhetoricBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
FirstFT: Bitcoin hits a record high
Also in today’s newsletter, Kremlin denies Putin spoke to Trump last week and America Inc’s new chief executiveWorld - Financial Times - November 11 -
Veteran homelessness drops to record low
Veterans homelessness rates have dropped to a record low since detailed counting began in 2009, the Biden administration announced Monday for Veterans Day. In January of this year, officials ...Politics - The Hill - November 11 -
Undefeated records on the line in Week 12
There are two games between ranked opponents, and both of them are in the SEC. But that doesn't mean there won't be fireworks elsewhere.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 14 -
The rehabilitation of KPMG in the UK
The years of audit failings and regulatory fines at its UK business are over, but some worry the firm is still losing ground to rivalsBusiness - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
China’s Baidu joins Meta in race to make AI-integrated smart glasses
Launch comes as Chinese internet groups jostle for dominance in hardwareBusiness - Financial Times - November 13 -
Monger breaks Ironman record for double amputee
Former racing driver Billy Monger breaks the Ironman double amputee record in Hawaii, while Patrick Lange wins his third title.Top stories - BBC News - October 27 -
Mbappé sets career offside record in Clásico bow
Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé was caught offside a career-high eight times against Barcelona on Saturday -- matching the highest total for any player in a LaLiga game in the last 15 years.Sports - ESPN - October 27 -
Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappe and an Unwanted Record
The France striker was caught offside an unprecedented eight times against Barcelona.Sports - The New York Times - October 28 -
Jellyfish sting 'set the tone' as Monger broke record
Billy Monger was left close to breaking point after battling jellyfish stings and crosswinds en route to smashing the Ironman record for a double amputee at the World Championship.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28 -
Birth rate drops to record low in England and Wales
Declining fertility risks adding pressure on the UK’s public finances and hampering economic growth, warn analystsBusiness - Financial Times - October 28 -
Fertility rate in England and Wales drops to lowest on record
Just over 591,000 babies were born in the UK last year - the lowest number in four decadesTop stories - BBC News - October 28 -
UK earnings inequality falls to lowest on record
Drop comes after successive increases in hourly minimum wageWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
AMD reports record revenue but Q4 forecast disappoints
Advanced Micro Devices reported record Q3 revenue of $6.8 billio, up 18%. But the shares fell due to a disappointing forecast for Q4.Tech - VentureBeat - October 29