Surprise finding sheds light on what causes Huntington's disease, a devastating fatal brain disorder

Treat eating disorders as an emergency, MPs urge

The alarming rise in disorders such as anorexia and bulimia is now an emergency, a cross-party group says.

BBC News - 6h

Tanzanian sample confirms WHO fears as Marburg disease found in remote region

Tanzania’s president says one sample from a remote northern part of the country has tested positive for Marburg disease, a highly infectious virus which can be fatal in more than 88% of cases ...

ABC News - 1d

Mother on trial in West Virginia denies locking adopted teens in shed

A woman accused with her husband of forcing their adopted children to perform hard labor denied confining two of the children to a shed

ABC News - 4h

We Tories have no idea what an effective, modern leader looks like – that’s why we struggle to find one | Henry Hill

Given anxiety about Kemi Badenoch, surely now would be a good time to find clarity about what we actually believe. Without that, we misfire. What would the ideal leader of the Conservative party ...

The Guardian - 1d

Mother's heartbreak that daughter may not live past teens due to disease

Anna Roberts, 11, is one of just 39 people in the UK with the CLN3 strain of Batten Disease.

BBC News - 2d

World Economic Forum: Will Trump and Davos Herald a New World Disorder

Among the issues likely to be explored at the World Economic Forum this week is the future of Ukraine and its impact on Europe.

The New York Times - 4d

Jack Smith's 'lame-brained' failure

Smith’s report fails to explain adequately why he did not bring charges against Trump for insurrection.

The Hill - 4d

Power lines, hikers, arson: What might have sparked LA's devastating fires?

Investigators are scouring video footage, witness testimony and debris to identify the origins of two deadly fires.

BBC News - 5d

How Biden Surprised Progressives

To the departing president, F.D.R. seemed a guiding, if often elusive, star.

The New York Times - 6d

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 - Jan. 14

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 - Jan. 13

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 - Jan. 13

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 - Jan. 11

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 - Jan. 11

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 - Jan. 11

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 - Jan. 11

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 - Jan. 11

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 - Jan. 10

Devastation and subrogation

California’s wildfire fund could face a test

Financial Times - Jan. 10

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 - Jan. 10

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

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

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