Uptake of DNA fragments from dying cells could redefine mammalian evolution and genomics

For decades, scientists have known that bacteria can exchange genetic material, in a process called horizontal gene transfer.

Here’s Why There’s a Line at the Bottom of Your Phone Screen

You've seen that little line on your smartphone, but why is it there? We'll explain how to use it—and how to get rid of it on ...
PCMag

Your Info Is All Over the Web. Should You Pay Someone to Clean It Up?

Data brokers are tracking everything from your home address to your phone number. Here's how to decide between scrubbing it ...

Novel gene editing technology enables selective destruction of cancer cell DNA using fewer targets

Researchers from the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UNIST and the Center for Genomic Integrity at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) have announced an advance in cancer gene therapy. Their ...
Australian Broadcasting Corporation

'Bone lady' who helped find Daniel Morcombe still unearthing stories of the dead

It was a grisly find, even for the most seasoned detectives. Passers-by called it in. Firefighters arrived soon after. From a distance, it was hard to make out what was burning on the verge of a rural ...
The Mirror

'My son felt pain after swimming for first time - it was hidden sign of horror disease'

A heartbroken mum has issued a plea to parents after her two-year-old son was left "screaming in pain" after he went swimming for the first time. Just days after the fun family outing, Deborah Rowe ...
Bar & Bench

Patanjali challenges Delhi High Court order to delete parts of its Chyawanprash ad campaign

Patanjali Ayurved Ltd. and Patanjali Foods Ltd have filed an appeal before the Delhi High Court challenging a single judge order directing them to delete portions of Patanjali advertisements that ...
Newsweek

Internet Can't Cope With 'Little Voldemort' Cat Who Lost His Nose to Cancer

Alyce Collins is a Newsweek Life and Trends reporter based in Birmingham, U.K. with a focus on trending topics that are both engaging and relatable. Since 2019, she has covered a variety of ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Hundreds of Classic ‘Sesame Street’ Episodes to Hit YouTube With Sesame Workshop Deal (Exclusive)

Sesame Workshop will also continue to produce some original content for YouTube, and host workshops with creators to help them create entertaining and educational content. By Alex Weprin Senior Editor ...
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Dying while giving life: The heartbreaking tragedy of a living donor death

Kamini Komkar, a 42-year-old home maker from Pune’s Hadapsar area, was in perfect health. So perfect that she was considered fit enough to donate a part of her liver to her husband Bapu, who was ...
Forbes

Who’s Eligible For No Tax On Tips? Trump’s New Policy Set To Include Influencers, Uber Drivers And More

Influencers, rideshare drivers, performers, baristas and more will be covered under the “No Tax on Tips” policy passed as part of President Donald Trump’s recent spending bill, multiple reports ...
Slate

My Husband Claims This Big Part of Parenting Is Entirely My Job. No Thanks!

My husband and I have a 3-year-old. His parents passed away before our kid came around. My parents live 15 minutes away, and we see them at least once a week. They are our go-to child care when we ...