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Eight Healthy Babies Born Using Three-Person IVF Technique

A new technique using DNA from three people to prevent mitochondrial diseases resulted in eight healthy babies born in Britain; this method, approved in the UK since 2016 but not in the US, involves transferring genetic material from the mother's egg to a donor egg with healthy mitochondria, offerin...

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Three-Parent Baby Technique Shows Promise, Raising Ethical Concerns

British scientists successfully used a "three-parent" technique to help seven women have eight healthy babies free of inherited mitochondrial disorders; however, long-term risks and ethical concerns remain.

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Mitochondrial Donation Yields Healthy Babies, Raising Ethical Questions

A UK study shows eight healthy babies were born to 20 women using mitochondrial donation to prevent the transmission of severe, often fatal mitochondrial diseases, though some babies showed increased levels of mutated mitochondria later.

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CERN observes asymmetry in baryons, shedding light on universe's matter dominance

CERN scientists detected a CP symmetry violation in baryons, particles composed of three quarks, using data from the LHCb experiment between 2011 and 2018, providing a potential explanation for the universe's matter dominance over antimatter.

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Alaska Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit 80 kilometers south of Sand Point, Alaska, on July 16th, 2023, triggering a tsunami warning and prompting evacuations; while damage is expected to be low, the event highlights the region's seismic vulnerability.

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Acidic Drinks Linked to Permanent Tooth Enamel Damage

A King's College London study found that acidic drinks like fruit teas and citrus juices can cause permanent enamel damage; however, the timing and method of consumption significantly impact the risk, with swishing or holding the drinks in the mouth increasing damage.

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FAO-China-Kenya Initiative Yields Promising Results in Fall Armyworm Control

A joint FAO, China, and Kenya initiative uses biological pest control methods to combat fall armyworm infestations in Kenyan maize farms, showing promising results and aiming to serve as a model for other African countries.

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Record-Breaking $5.3 Million Sale of Largest Martian Meteorite

The largest Martian meteorite ever found, a 54-pound rock named NWA 16788, sold for $5.3 million at a New York auction on Wednesday, exceeding its estimated price and highlighting the rarity and scientific significance of Martian meteorites.

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Mitochondrial DNA Transplant Yields Eight Healthy Babies

British scientists report successfully using a mitochondrial DNA transplant technique to create eight healthy babies, preventing fatal inherited mitochondrial diseases; however, ethical concerns and safety questions remain.

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Gabapentin Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in Back Pain Patients

A study of 1.4 million patients with back pain found those prescribed gabapentin had a significantly higher risk of developing dementia (up to 40 percent) and mild cognitive impairment (85 percent) compared to those who did not take the drug; however, researchers note this is an observational study ...

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Baltic Sea Fishing Ban and Compensation in Schleswig-Holstein

Schleswig-Holstein coastal fishermen face a potential ban on herring and cod fishing in the Baltic Sea due to drastically low populations, prompting a €400,000 yearly compensation offer from the state government in exchange for environmental monitoring work.

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Tsunami Warning in Alaska Cancelled After Earthquake

A 7.3 magnitude earthquake in the Gulf of Alaska triggered a tsunami warning on Wednesday afternoon, prompting evacuations in coastal Alaskan communities; the warning was canceled after about two hours with no major damage reported.

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