Towana Looney, a previous kidney donor, became the first individual to live with a pig kidney that has been gene-edited to function fully. For thousands of people waiting for transplants, her tale of tenacity and medical progress offers hope. Towana Looney, 53, has a new lease on life after eight years on dialysis thanks to…
A nationwide discussion on vaccine safety is sparked by a legal petition filed by one of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s supporters contesting the FDA’s clearance of the polio vaccine. Public health advocates express concern about the decision, as experts highlight the life-saving potential of vaccines in the fight against deadly diseases. A lawyer close to…
India’s Gukesh Dommaraju, the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, landed in Hyderabad after an ecstatic welcome on Monday. Going by the air of festivity enveloping Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, it is said that fans, fellow players, and dignitaries came to say ‘well done’ for the achievement of the 18-year-old who solidified India’s increasing standing in world…
Yet, Austrian climber Babsi Zangerl astounds the climbing world time after another: astonishingly, she again stands proudly beneath the iconic granite monoliths on El Capitan at Yosemite National Park, the US. Known for their rare mix of determination and technical capabilities, Zangerl’s outstanding skill has been recognized in climbing history as one of its most…
Deal In a gamble to head off a government shutdown, a bill to fund the federal government through March 14, was released on Monday, provoking the ire of some conservative lawmakers who were furious with House Speaker Kevin Johnson for his plan that secured Democratic backing for the funding extension in a bipartisan effort. The…
The United States Department of Justice on Monday said that it has filed charges against two Iranians over a drone attack that killed three US soldiers stationed in a military camp in Jordan. The accusations apprehended in a federal court are as follows: conspiracy to commit murder, providing of material support to terrorism, and espionage….
Presently, with the surge of cyberthreats against the nation, the FBI encourages citizens to make use of end-to-end encrypted applications such as Signal and WhatsApp to protect messages. The FBI recommends Americans use end-to-end encrypted messaging apps for better security of communications against increasing complex cyber threats. It has issued this advisory following significant state-sponsored…
Learn how new shape-shifting materials are revolutionizing smart textiles and soft robotics and are opening up applications in almost every industry. New shape-changing materials: researchers have done spectacular advances in material science going to revolutionize soft robotics and smart textiles. The scientists discovered the inspiration in nature—the living world—particularly from the octopuses and sea cucumbers…
Consumer prices in the United States rose 2.7% from November 2023 to November 2024, the largest annual gain in seven months, mainly because of housing and food. The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 2.7% between November 2023 and November 2024. It marked the largest annual gain in seven months. Citeturn0news14 This reflects persistent inflationary…
The country has finalized Clean Electricity Regulations that balance pursuit of environmental objectives with concerns regarding the reliability and economic feasibility of its system, thereby putting its target date for attaining a net-zero electrical grid back ten years until 2050 from an earlier goal date of 2035. By finalizing its Clean Electricity Regulations and shifting…
