A study hints positive thinking could strengthen vaccine immunity
Thinking positive increased a specific brain region’s activity and might have heightened immune response after a shot.
UN nuclear watchdog discusses Ukraine nuclear safety risks
Russian attacks on Ukraine’s electrical substations could cut power to nuclear plants, increasing risks of meltdown.
What do China and the UK want from each other?
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s warm welcome on a visit to China this week marks a thaw in icy relations with Beijing.
Iran says ready for ‘fair’ talks with US but not ‘under shadow of threats’
Iran’s foreign minister says missile programme not up for negotiation as Trump says sending more ships to the region.
Revolutionizing 3D cell culture with simplified digital microfluidic technology
Most cells in the human body exist in complex three-dimensional environments, yet they are still commonly studied on flat plastic dishes.
AI uncovers evolution of genetic control elements in mammalian cerebellum
Artificial intelligence allows tracing the evolution of genetic control elements in the developing mammalian cerebellum.
Microneedle patches enhance acne treatment with dual drug delivery
Acne vulgaris affects a large proportion of adolescents and young adults and can lead to long-term scarring and psychological distress.
New mode of communication inside cells helps bacterial pathogens to evade drugs
Biologists have uncovered a new mode of communication inside cells that helps bacterial pathogens learn how to evade drugs.
Research uncovers alternative inflammatory pathway in rheumatoid arthritis treatment
The class of anti-inflammatory drugs known as TNF-inhibitors has brought relief to many sufferers of rheumatoid arthritis, but they don’t work for up to 4
Schitt’s Creek and Home Alone star Catherine O’Hara dies aged 71
The Emmy-winning actress died at her home in Los Angeles on Friday after a brief illness, her agent said.
Will Trump’s pick to lead US central bank get him the change he wants?
Opinion is divided over whether Warsh will align with the US president’s views over how the Federal Reserve should be run.
Iran wants to make deal rather than face military action, Trump says
Tehran has said it will never negotiate on its missile and defence systems, but that it is open to talks.
Former CNN host Don Lemon faces charges after anti-ICE protest at Minnesota church
Lemon says he was just doing his job as a journalist reporting on the protests at the church.
Hikers spot hundreds of flowers blooming on Jan. 1 in U.K.
In this issue of our environmental newsletter, we see the blooming changes that hikers have noticed in the U.K., get a look at EV models