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A new study suggests that following a Mediterranean-style diet can help reduce the risk of dementia, even for people with high genetic susceptibility. The diet, rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, and low in red and processed meats, was associated with slower cognitive decline over a 30-year period. Researchers found that the benefits were particularly strong for individuals carrying two copies of the APOE4 gene, a major risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. Study Highlights and Implications The study, published in Nature Medicine, analyzed data from more than 4,200 women and nearly 1,500 men, tracking dietary habits, genetic profiles, blood…

Antarctica, long considered Earth’s last great wilderness, is increasingly affected by human activity. Visitor numbers have surged from fewer than 8,000 annually in the 1990s to more than 124,000 in 2023–24, with projections suggesting up to 450,000 by 2034. During the 2024–25 season, 118,491 tourists travelled to the region, over 80,000 of whom set foot on the continent. Most arrive on smaller expedition vessels, while others observe from ship decks. Despite guidelines enforced by the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), including limits on shore landings and biosecurity checks, tourism itself contributes to significant CO₂ emissions, with an average…

Rescue effort ends in tragedy on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast Alexandria, Egypt – Seven young people drowned in the Mediterranean Sea west of Alexandria while trying to save a fellow student. A group of about 150 students was gathered at the beach when one female student entered the water on Saturday, ignoring a red flag that warned of hazardous conditions. She quickly got into trouble amid the strong waves. Several classmates rushed in to assist her but were also caught by the currents. Authorities reported that six victims, aged 15 to 21, died in the incident. The following day, rescuers recovered…

SpaceX launched the CRS-33 mission from Cape Canaveral on Sunday, sending Dragon to the ISS for the 50th time.The first stage separated successfully and landed on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas in the Atlantic Ocean.SpaceX confirmed the Dragon spacecraft will autonomously dock with the ISS on Monday after a 28-hour flight. Resupply and Scientific Research The CRS-33 mission delivers 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) of food, supplies, and experiments to ISS astronauts.SpaceX officials highlighted that the mission also supports 50 scientific studies critical for future human space travel.Researchers will test whether blocking a protein that drives bone loss can protect…

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker condemned President Donald Trump’s plan to deploy the National Guard in Chicago. He called it an abuse of power. Pritzker said no emergency justifies sending troops to Illinois. He accused Trump of creating a crisis to expand federal authority. Trump has already sent about 2,000 troops to Washington DC. The city’s Democratic leaders opposed the move. Trump frames the deployment as part of a nationwide crime crackdown. On Friday, he announced Chicago and New York could be next. Chicago mayor warns of growing tensions Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said he had received no official notice about…

Ottawa will lift some retaliatory duties while retaining tariffs on vehicles, steel, and aluminium. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Friday that Canada will reduce a portion of its trade retaliation against the United States. Levies on autos, steel, and aluminium will remain, but other tariffs on American goods will be removed starting September 1. Decision follows missed trade deadline The announcement comes after Carney’s first phone call with President Donald Trump since both nations failed to meet their self-imposed deadline for a new trade pact. Canada had previously imposed a 25% tariff on roughly C$30bn (£16bn; $21.7bn) of US goods,…

The government must legally provide housing for asylum-seekers. Before 2020, using hotels caused little public attention.Rising asylum-seeker numbers in 2020 forced the Conservative government to find new housing solutions quickly.Asylum-seeker arrivals have surged: over 27,000 people arrived this year, nearly 50% more than last year.The government housed just over 32,000 asylum-seekers in hotels by June, up from 29,500 a year earlier.Hotel numbers remain below the September 2023 peak of more than 56,000 people.Between July 2024 and June 2025, 111,084 people applied for asylum, the highest yearly total since 2001.In May, the National Audit Office reported that 35% of asylum accommodation…

A global study shows that hot weather directly influences mood. Scientists reviewed more than one billion social media posts from 157 countries. Findings revealed negativity increased sharply once temperatures exceeded 35°C. The effect was strongest in poorer regions compared to wealthier nations. Researchers from MIT and their partners rated emotional tone in posts on X and Weibo. They matched this data with daily weather conditions. Results showed negativity rose 25% in low‑income areas, while in high‑income countries it rose only 8%. Behavioural Effects of Heat Hot weather has long been tied to anger and aggression. Past research showed drivers honk…

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick announced on Friday that Washington will acquire a 10% stake in Intel. “This historic agreement strengthens American leadership in semiconductors. It will grow our economy and secure our technological edge,” Lutnick wrote on X. He shared the post with a photo of himself alongside Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan. President Donald Trump confirmed the deal earlier in the Oval Office. He described it as “a great deal for them.” Shares of the Santa Clara-based chipmaker rose more than 5% on Friday. Intel confirmed that the US government will invest $8.9bn (£6.6bn) in its common stock.…

Federal Effort Shifts to Major Cities President Donald Trump announced plans to extend his federal crime initiative to Chicago and New York, describing Chicago as in disarray and stating that New York would follow. The effort continues a focus on Democratic-led cities with Black mayors, prompting criticism from local officials who view the actions as politically motivated. National Guard Troops to Carry Weapons in Capital Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered that National Guard members in Washington DC will now be armed, reversing previous assurances that they would remain unarmed. About 2,000 troops are stationed in the city, including reinforcements from…