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Scientists in the US have successfully created human eggs from skin cells in a pioneering study that could one day transform fertility treatment. The early-stage research, led by Prof Shoukhrat Mitalipov at Oregon Health and Science University, offers hope for women who have lost their fertility due to age, illness, or cancer treatment – and potentially for same-sex male couples who wish to have genetically related children. The technique adapts somatic cell nuclear transfer, the method used to create Dolly the sheep in the 1990s. Researchers removed the nucleus from skin cells and inserted it into donor eggs stripped of…

Zhimin Qian, 47, deceived more than 128,000 victims in China before attempting to launder the stolen cryptocurrency by buying UK property.Authorities in Britain convicted the Chinese woman for directing a Bitcoin fraud after what investigators regard as the world’s largest cryptocurrency seizure, worth over 5.5 billion pounds (€6.3 billion).Qian, also known as Yadi Zhang, admitted guilt at London’s Southwark Crown Court for acquiring and holding the cryptocurrency illegally.Her admission followed a seven-year international investigation into money laundering, according to the Metropolitan Police. International Fraud and Escape Between 2014 and 2017, the 47-year-old orchestrated widespread fraud in China by cheating more…

Donald Trump renewed his threat to impose a 100% tariff on all films made outside the United States. He claimed other countries had “stolen” the American film industry. The president said California suffered heavily and the tariff would “solve this long time, never ending problem.” In May, Trump promised to speak with Hollywood executives and start imposing the levy, warning that America’s film industry faced a “very fast death.” Tariff Expansion Hits Multiple Sectors Trump announced a new wave of tariffs last week. The measures include a 100% levy on branded or patented drug imports and 50% tariffs on kitchen…

Researchers tested VER-01, a cannabis-based extract, on 820 adults with long-term lower back pain. Patients who received VER-01 reported notable relief, stronger than the placebo group’s modest improvement. Many also recorded better sleep and increased mobility after months of treatment. Results Show Measurable Benefits Without Dependence After three months, VER-01 users lowered pain scores by 1.9 points, compared with 0.6 points for placebo. By six months, they showed further reductions and improved quality of life. Reported side effects included mild dizziness, nausea, and drowsiness, but no signs of abuse or dependency emerged. Experts Urge Caution Despite Encouraging Data VER-01 contains…

Border Checks Shift to Biometric RecordsOn October 12, 2025, the European Union will introduce its Entry/Exit System (EES), transforming the way non-EU visitors are processed. Instead of stamping passports, border agents will log travelers’ movements electronically. As part of the process, Americans and other foreign nationals will need to provide a facial image and four fingerprint impressions when crossing into the Schengen zone by air, land, or sea. Who Falls Under the New RulesThe measure affects short-stay travelers from outside the EU, including U.S. citizens who do not require a visa. The biometric capture happens on the first entry, creating…

New Zealand’s fastest bird, the threatened kārearea falcon, has soared to victory in this year’s Bird of the Year competition, taking the crown for a second time after its first win in 2012. Capable of reaching speeds of 200km/h in pursuit of prey, the kārearea is the country’s only endemic falcon and one of its most formidable aerial hunters. With tawny plumage, powerful talons and sharp dark eyes, it preys on birds, lizards, and small mammals – sometimes larger than itself. Only 5,000 to 8,000 remain in the wild, according to the Department of Conservation. Nesting on the ground makes…

Insider threats rank among the most dangerous tactics in cyber-crime. Few employees face them, and even fewer speak openly about their experiences. I recently became one of those rare cases. A criminal group contacted me with a shocking proposal: betray my employer for millions. Sudden approach The first message arrived unexpectedly. “If you are interested, we can offer you 15% of any ransom payment if you give us access to your PC.” The sender called themselves Syndicate. They reached me in July via Signal, an encrypted messaging app. I did not know them, but I quickly understood their goal. They…

Colourful cans promising “calm” and “focus” have become a common sight in supermarkets, with functional beverages like TRIP gaining traction in a wellness-obsessed world. Infused with ingredients such as ashwagandha, lion’s mane mushroom, magnesium and CBD, these drinks are marketed as natural ways to boost mood, energy and mental clarity. Their rise reflects a cultural shift: younger generations are turning away from alcohol, with surveys showing nearly half of 18–24-year-olds in Britain now preferring low- or non-alcoholic alternatives. Global demand is also booming, with the functional drinks market projected to hit $248 billion by 2030. “There is promising evidence for…

Germany ended decades of dependence on U.S. security guarantees, says U.S. analyst Josef Braml. Chancellor Friedrich Merz declared in May that the Bundeswehr must become Europe’s strongest conventional army. The government faces two immediate tasks: filling personnel gaps, possibly through new service, and modernizing equipment quickly. Politico reported Berlin is preparing a procurement plan worth up to €83 billion. Most contracts will go to European manufacturers, with only 8% reserved for U.S. suppliers. Between September 2025 and December 2026, Germany intends to sign 154 major defense contracts. Europe’s reliance on U.S. arms grew sharply, according to the Stockholm peace institute…

Donald Trump has directed troops to Portland, Oregon, authorising the use of full force if necessary to control protests at immigration detention centres. The president said the deployment would defend federal facilities from Antifa attacks and other domestic threats. He described the city as war-ravaged in a Truth Social post. The move expands federal troop presence in US cities as part of Trump’s broader crackdown on illegal immigration. democratic leaders criticise the move Democratic officials condemned the deployment, saying Portland faces no threat that requires federal intervention. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek described communities as calm and safe. She warned that…