Inside the chimpanzee medicine cabinet: we’ve found a new way chimps treat wounds with plants

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As it turns out, chimpanzees make pretty good doctors. For decades, scientists have been studying what chimpanzees do when they fall ill. This search has led to the identification of medicinal behaviour, which often...

Spending review delivers big boosts for health and defence – but Rachel Reeves is focused on investment

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UK chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered the governments spending review, setting out its plans and priorities for the next three years. The aim of the review is of course to allocate spending over that time period but...

E-bikes are becoming e-waste – here’s how to reduce the environmental cost

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Electric e-bikes make cycling easier, faster and more accessible. They are already playing an important role in reducing the environmental impact of transport, particularly when they replace a trip in a private car. But...

How toxic are softgel capsules?

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Softgel capsules the smooth, easy-to-swallow form of many medications and supplements are increasingly popular for delivering everything from vitamins to omega-3s. These capsules, made of a liquid centre inside a soft,...

Trump’s clash with California governor over LA protests has potential to influence next presidential race

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During US president Donald Trumps first administration, many Democratic governors served as a major source of opposition to Trump. Gavin Newsom, the current governor of California, regularly sparred with Trump on several...

Four ways you can feel empowered as a plus-size traveller this summer – according to experts

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Travelling isnt always easy for plus-size people. There can be accessibility issues, such as seats that are too small, but also lingering societal biases, that make the whole experience feel like its made for someone else....

Putin forced to send wounded back to fight and offer huge military salaries as Russia suffers a million casualties

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Russian military casualties in the war in Ukraine are expected to reach a million before the end of June. This figure, which is composed of combat-related injuries as well as deaths, reveals that Moscow is prepared to see...