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‘It’s been a whirlwind’: the Essex lawyer who quit her job and became voice of Netflix’s hit show Spike
An Essex lawyer transformed her career into voice acting after noticing who created children’s shows while on maternity leave. She now voices eight characters in Netflix’s hit animated series Spike, which became a global top-10 programme.
Microdrama Platform FlareFlow Sets Thailand Launch on AIS Play (EXCLUSIVE)
Microdrama platform FlareFlow will launch in Thailand on November 2 through AIS Play, offering vertically-formatted series in multiple languages with Thai subtitles for THB39 monthly.
FAA clears the way for airlines to put Boeing’s long-delayed 737 Max 10 into service
The FAA approved Boeing’s 737 Max 10 for passenger service, clearing a major hurdle after nearly a decade of delays. The certification allows airlines to begin flying the larger narrow-body jet, with deliveries expected to start in 2027.
Websites taken down worldwide as critical PHP cyber-security update issued
Critical security flaws discovered in PHP programming language prompted governments and major websites worldwide to take systems offline Wednesday, with authorities urging immediate patching or temporary shutdowns.
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One asteroid strike may explain two mysteries of Mars’ moon Deimos
An international team found that a single asteroid collision may have reshaped Mars’ moon Deimos, explaining both its southern depression and dusty surface using simulations and spacecraft observations.
NASA’s Roman Space Telescope is ready to hunt thousands of alien worlds
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has been enclosed in its SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket fairing at Kennedy Space Center, moving closer to its targeted launch date of August 30.
190-year-old DNA reveals a hidden pangolin species
Researchers have confirmed a previously unrecognized Asian pangolin species, Manis aurita, living in Nepal and Northern India using DNA from a 190-year-old museum specimen, which could help combat illegal trafficking.
Scientists may have found a shortcut to calorie restriction’s anti-aging benefits
Yale researchers found that calorie restriction lowers an immune protein linked to aging and inflammation, potentially offering anti-aging benefits without severe dietary restrictions.
What do heatwaves do to the body and who is most at risk?
Heatwaves can cause serious health risks including heat exhaustion and heatstroke, with older adults, babies, young children, and those with chronic conditions facing heightened vulnerability.
What is UV, why is it dangerous and how can you protect yourself?
The UK is forecast to experience extreme heat with high UV levels this week. While some UV exposure is essential for vitamin D production, excessive exposure can cause skin cancer, premature aging, and eye problems.
Bird flu vaccine trial begins against potential pandemic strain
The UK has launched a vaccine trial against H5N1 bird flu using mRNA technology, recruiting 4,000 volunteers from high-risk groups including poultry workers and people over 65.
Cheltenham A&E to remain open as doctors’ strike called off
Cheltenham General Hospital’s A&E will remain open after the British Medical Association called off a planned four-day resident doctor strike following a new government pay offer.
PPE failures left NHS staff poorly protected and wasted £10bn, Covid inquiry finds
A UK Covid inquiry found that NHS staff faced PPE shortages during the pandemic, with approximately £9.9bn of taxpayer money wasted in procurement failures, though no evidence of ministerial corruption was identified.
‘We’re seeing lots of people who feel dizzy’: how heatwaves are taking a toll on people’s health and the NHS
A&E doctors report increased falls and injuries among elderly patients during heatwaves, while extreme heat strains NHS infrastructure and staff across hospitals and emergency departments.
What is salmonella, how does it spread and are eggs safe to eat?
A contaminated egg outbreak has infected 207 people with salmonella across the UK, killing one and hospitalizing 34. Experts advise cooking eggs thoroughly and choosing UK-produced eggs with the red lion mark.
Women using HRT at lower risk of dementia, study suggests
A large UK study found that postmenopausal women using hormone replacement therapy were 10% less likely to develop dementia and 16% less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease compared with non-users.