More than a decade ago, researchers launched the BabySeq Project, a pilot program to return newborn genomic sequencing results to parents and measure the effects on newborn care. Today, over 30 international initiatives are exploring the expansion of newborn screening using genomic sequencing…
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Can frisky flies save human lives?
When fruit flies are infected with the Wolbachia bacteria, their sex lives — and ability to reproduce — change dramatically.
Arizona State University scientist Timothy Karr decided to find out why. What he discovered could help curb mosquito-borne diseases and manage crop pests. And that’s…
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New gene linked to severe cases of Fanconi anemia
Fanconi anemia is an aggressive, life-threatening disorder. Most individuals living with this rare genetic condition, characterized by bone marrow failure and cancer predisposition, survive into adulthood only with bone marrow transplantation and regular cancer screening. But a new study…
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US Chip Tariffs: How Might Europe Respond?
President Trump’s administration is reportedly ready to impose wide-ranging tariffs on semiconductors. Not just China or finished foreign chips are targeted. Potential so-called component tariffs would add up the value of foreign-made…
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Wasp mums use remarkable memory when feeding offspring
Wasp mothers have stunning brainpower when it comes to feeding their young, new research shows.
Digger wasps make a short burrow for each egg, stocking it with food and returning a few days later to provide more.
The study reveals that mother wasps can remember the locations of up to nine…
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Special Tribunal’s investigations to begin in 2026 – Kallas
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The investigations of the Special Tribunal into the crime of aggression committed by Russia against Ukraine are to begin in 2026, said the EU High Representative for…
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Shmyhal, European leaders visit Superhumans rehabilitation center
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, together with international partners, visited the nationwide Superhumans Center, which provides rehabilitation for both military personnel and civilians affected by the war.
Shmyhal reported this on Telegram, according to…
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Sweden’s new national security adviser resigns within 24 hours amid Grindr photo scandal – POLITICO
“This is, of course, serious. He has therefore decided himself not to take the position. A new recruitment process will now begin,” Stuart said, adding that Deputy National Security Adviser Annika Brändström will serve in the role temporarily.
Earlier on Friday, the Swedish newspaper…
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Person killed, another injured in airstrike in Sumy region – local authorities
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On Friday, the Russian occupation army bombed the village of Manukhivka in Novoslobidska community, killing one person and injuring another, Head of Sumy regional military…
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Today, agreement with EU member states and European Commission is that we will open all negotiating areas simultaneously
Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, Minister of Justice of Ukraine Olha Stefanishyna announces an agreement with the member states of the European Union and the European Commission that all negotiating…
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