Health
First personalised cancer vaccine cuts risk of disease returning in major trial
The scientists involved say the results could mark a turning point in cancer treatment, bringing personalised medicine a step closer.
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India slashes cost of cancer drugs after court rules mark-ups are ‘extortion’
Case filed in 2022 by patient unable to afford medicine leads to cap on drug prices for millions who face ruin if diagnosed The Indian government has moved to reduce the price of cancer drugs after a retired bank clerk took her case to the supreme court. From next month, 137 cancer drugs in India will be cheaper as the government tries to tackle the tragedy of poorer patients either forgoing treatment, selling land or falling into debt to meet the high cost of some medicines, which are making large profits for hospitals and pharmacists. Continue reading...
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International
Does artificial intelligence threaten the jobs in which women work the most?
How does artificial intelligence affect women's opportunities in the labor market? Between fears of losing some jobs and the emergence of new professional opportunities, economic studies reveal the varying impact of these technologies, and the role of education and digital skills in determining women’s ability to keep pace with transformations.
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Crypto
Ethereum delays Glamsterdam Hoodi testnet launch over security risks
ChainSecurity said it identified 13 real-world examples of smart contracts potentially affected by Glamsterdam’s gas changes and is coordinating responsible disclosure with affected projects.
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International
Yemen's Houthis attack airport in eastern Saudi Arabia, killing two, authorities say
Yemen's Houthi rebels announced on the 22nd that they had attacked an airport in eastern Saudi Arabia on the evening of the 21st. According to Saudi authorities, two people were killed and eight others were injured in the attack.
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International
What's happening with PHP? AI discovers a vulnerability and the world panics
Artificial intelligence (AI) has uncovered critical flaws in internet technology that could be exploited by hackers, leaving governments and cybersecurity agencies around the world scrambling to contain them. How did AI discover this massive cybersecurity risk? What impact will it have on us users? The BBC's Technology Editor explains.
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Health
Rapid changes to care market risk to National Care Service, regulator says
Concerns raised as big private firms buy up care homes and home help fragmenting in England.
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Health
Give more people weight-loss jabs on the NHS, say MPs
Current plans for 6% of eligible patients to get Mounjaro by 2028 unambitious, say MPs.
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International
What should we eat to have younger skin
Plants, fats and fermented foods can reduce wrinkles, promote collagen and improve the texture of our skin.
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Science
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A Japanese spacecraft could become the first ever to bring Martian samples back to Earth.
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International
Ukraine hit by strikes after Russia agrees to new peace talks
The three waves of Russian missiles were launched at hours after Russia said it was "ready in principle" to resume peace talks with the US and Ukraine.
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International
Newborn twins fight for survival as conflict fuels Yemen's hunger crisis
Raghad and Raad's family had to flee their home on foot because of the fighting between pro-government forces and the Houthis.
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