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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

Tracking disease changes in mouth scarring

Doctors often see scarring inside the mouth that can turn into cancer over time. This scarring, called oral submucous fibrosis, starts small but can grow worse. Researchers wanted to know if a specific protein might predict when the disease gets more serious or turns cancerous. They looked at studi

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Apr 07 2026BUSINESS

Russian grain ship rescued after fire at sea

Early last week, a cargo ship loaded with wheat came under attack in the Sea of Azov. Ukrainian drones reportedly struck the vessel, setting it ablaze and causing it to sink partially. The event was caught on video, showing thick smoke rising from the stricken ship. Rescue crews later found it and t

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

Liver Fat and the Obesity Connection

Obesity can change how the liver works. When too much fat builds up in the liver, it may turn into a serious disease that can lead to scarring and even liver failure. The problem starts when fat tissue in the body stops working right. It releases too many free fats into the bloodstream, and these

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

Autoimmune Ailments Boost Cancer Chances, But Medicine Helps

Patients with autoimmune conditions such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis face a noticeably higher chance of developing cancer within the first year after their diagnosis. Italian researchers studied more than 356, 000 people and found a 32 % rise in cancer odds during that early period.

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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

Enzo Fernández’s two-game ban sparks contract talks and future speculations

Liam Rosenior, Chelsea’s interim boss, stays quiet on the controversy surrounding Enzo Fernández’s suspension and the public reactions it triggered. Instead of addressing Javier Pastore’s claim that the punishment was “completely unfair, ” Rosenior keeps the focus on the team’s performance. While Fe

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Life Lessons From Tiny Fish: How Daily Habits Hint at Aging

A group of scientists filmed the everyday lives of 81 African turquoise killfish from birth until death. The fish live only four to eight months, yet their brains and bodies share key similarities with humans, making them useful for studying aging. By watching each fish 24/7 in its own tank, researc

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Apr 05 2026SCIENCE

How Tiny Changes in Starch Boost Fabric Stickiness

Scientists tweaked regular starch by adding two types of chemical groups: some that love water and others that avoid it. These groups were attached to the starch molecules to see if they could make the starch cling better to fabrics made of polyester and cotton mixed together. The water-loving group

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

New ways to handle and prevent lower back pain

Experts have been digging into how to stop and treat dull, constant back pain that isn’t caused by a specific injury. Studies from 2020 to 2025 suggest simple habits can make a big difference. Moving more often, even during work hours, seems to help more than sitting still for long stretches. People

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

Why U. S. scientists pick Europe over a country that cuts science funds

Wali Malik wasn’t planning to leave the U. S. He lived near Boston with his wife and three kids, close to his parents in Washington. Then came the money cuts. Federal grants dried up. Friends in labs started getting pink slips. Research teams shrank. One day the phone rang – a job offer from a brand

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

StarLux’s New A350‑1000: A Fresh Take on Long‑Haul Business Class

StarLux Airlines is making a bold move with its newest Airbus A350‑1000s, aiming to set a new standard for premium travel. The carrier has already received 18 of the aircraft and is using them as its flagship long‑haul model. By adding more business‑class seats—40 instead of the 26 found on its olde

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