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Surgeons in China have successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig lung into a brain-dead human recipient, with the organ functioning for nine days. The procedure, published in Nature Medicine, represents a significant advance in xenotransplantation, a field aimed at addressing the global organ shortage. According to the World Health Organization, only about 10% of worldwide transplant demand is currently met. The lung came from a Chinese Bama Xiang pig with six genetic modifications designed to reduce rejection by the human immune system. The recipient, a 39-year-old male, retained his own remaining lung, which helped compensate for any damage to the…

The European Commission approved a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection across member states.Gilead confirmed the authorization follows the European Medicines Agency’s recommendation last month.Lenacapavir, marketed as Yeytuo, will be available in the EU, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. Lenacapavir Delivers Breakthrough HIV Protection Lenacapavir acts as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), blocking HIV replication and spread in the body.It protects adults and adolescents from acquiring HIV.Clinical trials showed the injection prevented all infections, earning recognition as a major medical advance in 2024.Yeytuo offers the first twice-yearly PrEP option, replacing daily pill regimens. HIV Infections Rise Across Europe HIV cases increased 11.8 per cent in…

US President Donald Trump has announced he will immediately remove Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook from her position. The move escalates his confrontation with the central bank. Trump claimed Cook submitted false information on mortgage documents and argued that constitutional powers give him the authority to remove her. Cook rejected the claim, insisting the president lacks legal authority to fire her. She stated she will not resign. No US president has previously attempted to dismiss a Federal Reserve governor. Trump’s action follows months of criticism of the Fed and its chair Jerome Powell. He accuses Powell of refusing to cut…

Seeking Another Summit with North KoreaDonald Trump has expressed interest in meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong-un once more, potentially later this year. At a White House meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Trump described his past encounters with Kim as productive and said he hopes to restart direct negotiations, despite previous talks failing to produce a lasting agreement on North Korea’s nuclear program. Proposal for U.S. Ownership of Military SitesTrump suggested that the United States could take full ownership of the land hosting American military installations in South Korea. Citing the significant investment made by the U.S.,…

Opposition Lines Up Against BayrouPrime Minister François Bayrou’s minority government is under intense pressure as three major opposition parties have confirmed they will vote against him in the upcoming confidence motion scheduled for September 8. The Socialists have ruled out any support, with leader Olivier Faure calling it “unthinkable.” Both the far-right National Rally and the Greens have also announced they will withhold their backing, leaving the government highly exposed. Economic Challenges and Planned CutsBayrou has sought to take the initiative by highlighting France’s fiscal difficulties ahead of the debate on the 2026 budget, which includes €43.8 billion in proposed…

Thousands of students marched toward Indonesia’s Parliament in Jakarta to protest lawmakers’ lavish benefits.Riot police fired tear gas as protesters tried to approach the compound.Protesters threw rocks and bottles at officers and set fires under a nearby flyover.Authorities blocked streets and toll roads, creating severe traffic jams across the city.Security forces deployed over 1,200 personnel to guard the heavily protected Parliament building. Outrage Over Housing Benefits Reports revealed 580 House members receive 50 million rupiah (€2,637) per month in housing allowances.Protesters condemned the benefits as unfair while many citizens face severe economic hardship.The housing allowance alone equals roughly 20 times…

Vintage once ruled the wine world In wine, the vintage has always been king. Every bottle of red, white, or rosé almost always carries the year of harvest on the label. Non-vintage still wine, which blends grapes from several years, has long been seen as cheap and undesirable. It is also far less common. But climate change is now shaking this tradition. Heatwaves, droughts, and extreme weather push winemakers to seek consistency. A small but growing group of respected wineries now release non-vintage bottles. They argue blending ensures quality when nature brings chaos. Napa Valley feels the heat Chris Howell,…

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…