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‘Three-parent IVF’ was supposed to prevent mitochondrial disease. Studies are raising doubts
Studies are raising concerns about “three-parent IVF,” a technique intended to prevent mitochondrial disease, with emerging data showing unexpected reversion of defective mitochondria in some cases.
Judge tosses case against two officials accused of lying about Hunter Biden
A federal judge dismissed criminal charges against two former FBI officials accused of lying about their involvement in the investigation into Hunter Biden, finding prosecutors failed to establish probable cause.
Interest rates unlikely to reach 4.75% by next summer, say City economists
City economists believe financial markets are overestimating future Bank of England rate increases, predicting rises will be smaller than the market-implied path to 4.75% by next summer.
Almost a quarter of European airline pilots fly when too fatigued to work
A survey of nearly 7,200 European airline pilots found that three-quarters have experienced microsleeps in the cockpit, while almost a quarter routinely fly despite being fatigued.
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Nursing Coalition Challenges ED’s Professional Degrees List
A nursing and allied health professionals coalition filed an amended complaint challenging the Education Department’s definition of which graduate programs qualify for higher federal loan caps.
Rising gasoline prices are a double blow for drivers who use their own vehicles for work
Rising gasoline prices following geopolitical disruptions are straining workers who use personal vehicles for employment, forcing gig workers and business owners to adjust pricing and work practices.
Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans
Higher fuel prices and inflationary pressures are prompting American travelers to scale back vacation plans, with many opting for shorter trips, closer destinations, and local activities instead of expensive long-distance vacations.
EasyJet shares jump almost 10% after it agrees £5.5bn takeover bid
EasyJet’s board agreed to a £5.5bn takeover offer from US private equity firm Castlelake at £6.90 per share after rejecting four lower bids, with analysts debating whether the price reflects undervaluation of UK firms.
Ryanair says its planes are safe despite passenger being nearly sucked out of window
Ryanair has reassured passengers about aircraft safety following an incident where a passenger was nearly sucked out of a window due to engine failure, though a full investigation is underway.
Pope Leo pleads with ultra-conservative sect not to ordain own bishops
Pope Leo urged the ultra-conservative Society of Saint Pius X to abandon plans for unauthorized bishop ordinations, warning the act constitutes schism and potential automatic excommunication.
C of E’s £100m plan to address historical links to slavery faces legal challenge
The Church of England’s £100m reparative justice initiative faces a legal challenge amid criticism from some politicians and members who question the effort’s historical justification.
‘Free up the ganja’: Rastafarians in Kenya fight to decriminalise marijuana
Kenya’s Rastafarian community continues pushing for marijuana decriminalization after a court dismissed their petition on July 15, citing failed constitutional proof requirements.
A rare glimpse into Tibet, where some hope to preserve language and customs despite China’s new law
China’s new ethnic unity law implemented July 1 emphasizes Mandarin in schools and government, while some Tibetans pursue efforts to preserve their language and cultural practices despite broader concerns about assimilation.
Consumers turn to buy now, pay later for essential expenses — with growing risks
Buy now, pay later services have grown dramatically, with originations reaching nearly $157 billion in 2025, but experts warn of mounting risks as consumers increasingly use them for essential expenses like groceries and medical care.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment estimate for 2027 falls as inflation cools
Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living adjustment estimate has declined to between 3.7% and 3.8% as inflation cools, down from earlier projections around 4.7%.
Americans say they need $1.2 million to retire comfortably, survey finds — but many expect to fall short
Americans report needing $1.2 million for comfortable retirement, yet only 30% expect to reach $1 million in savings, with over half anticipating less than $500,000 upon retiring.