A heavily mutated variant of the virus that causes Covid-19 appears to be affecting primarily children, scientists say, though it’s not causing more severe disease – in kids or in adults.

Kids may be more likely to get the new ‘Cicada’ variant of Covid-19, scientists say. Here’s what to know about BA.3.2

By Eduardo Baptista BEIJING, April 2 (Reuters) - NASA sent four astronauts on the world's first crewed lunar mission in half a century on Wednesday, in preparation for a first-ever manned landing on

Factbox-China's crewed lunar programme eyes astronaut landing by 2030

The deepening energy crisis triggered by the US-Israel war with Iran has thrust energy security back onto the political stage in European countries.

Energy security rifts widen in Europe

Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates emphasized the "urgent need to refrain from measures" that risk further inflaming tensions on the ground. Eight Muslim-majority countries "strongly condemned" Israel's move to pass a law making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinian terrorists convicted in military courts, a joint statement released by Pakistan said on Thursday.

Eight Muslim nations condemn Israel's 'dangerous' new death penalty law

Scientists have identified more than 110 new species found in deep water beyond the edges of Australia's Great Barrier Reef.

More Than 110 New Species Discovered In Deep Waters Off Australia

Nicole Hansen said she was diagnosed with breast cancer in February.

Mom finds out she has cancer after noticing something was off while breastfeeding

The surging number of measles cases around the world is a stark warning sign that outbreaks of other vaccine-preventable diseases could be next, the World Health Organization warned Friday.“It’s crucial to understand why measles matters,” said Dr.

Surging measles cases are 'fire alarm' warning that other diseases could be next

The innovation business is a dynamic and quickly developing field that offers a plenty of energizing and compensating profession potential open doors.


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The ending to Peacock's psychological thriller "All Her Fault" had one twist after another.

'All Her Fault' ending explained: The shocking conclusion to the psychological thriller inspired by true events

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The woman behind 'Stop the Insanity!" opens up about hair, fame and the struggle to find work at 67.

She was the ultimate '90s fitness influencer. Now she's delivering Uber Eats — and rebuilding her life.

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Israeli defense officials said Saturday that most of Iran’s military-industrial infrastructure has already been damaged and that further strikes could push that figure to 90% within days. IDF officials believe around 70% of the components of Iran’s military industry have already been damaged, and that the goal is to raise that figure to roughly 90% within days, a senior military officer said on Saturday According to the officer, the campaign has targeted surface-to-surface and surface-to-air mis

IDF says up to 90% of Iran’s weapons industry could be hit within days

EU member states agreed on Thursday to create a legal basis for the use of Russian state assets for Ukraine by majority vote, so as to permanently prevent the funds from being returned to Russia, the Danish EU presidency announced. This means countries such as Hungary will not be able to veto future EU sanctions decisions extending the current freeze on Russian assets held in the bloc.

EU states agree first step for Ukraine reparations fund

Though a training exercise, the demonstration of force, firepower, and meticulous coordination between different arms of the military felt about as real as one can get. It took around seven minutes of deafening fire and bombardment, often shaking the ground in the area, before IDF forces charged forward to take positions within the “Hamas” village outpost.

Reporter's notebook: Inside the IDF’s ‘Hamas Village,’ and how Israel is rewriting urban warfare

Coordinated by Spain’s AIMPLAS technology centre, the project involved 18 partner organisations.

EU-funded BioSupPack project turns brewery waste into bioplastics

The UN warned Israel over alleged abuses against rights defenders and detainees, calling for stronger legal protections and impartial investigations. The UN Committee Against Torture addressed several concerns with Israel's alleged mistreatment of human rights defenders, journalists, whistleblowers, prisoners, and former military advocate-general Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, in a statement last week.

UN torture cm'tee report flags Israel for allegedly mistreating journalists, detainees, ex-MAG

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A long-awaited change in drug policy by President Donald Trump could bring scientists one step closer to understanding the harms and benefits of marijuana.

Cannabis reclassification could 'open the floodgates' for research, scientists say

Children and adolescents who own smartphones by age 12 have higher risks of depression, poor sleep and obesity, according to a new study.

Kids with smartphones by age 12 are at higher risk of health issues, study finds

Rare footage of a sperm whale giving birth has offered scientists a window into the behavior of these large, elusive mammals.  The video taken in 2023 shows female whales from two family lines working together to support the labor during critical moments and lift the newborn calf above the water.  “The group quite literally helps bring the calf into the world,” said Oregon State University behavioral ecologist Mauricio Cantor in an email.

Scientists captured female sperm whales on video working together during a birth to protect the calf

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April 1 (Reuters) - All three NASA astronauts on the Artemis II lunar mission are veterans of Earth-orbit science expeditions to the International Space Station, while the lone Canadian joining them

Factbox-Artemis II crew includes first woman, Black astronaut and Canadian ever flown to moon

In the Middle East, Turkey seeks to play a key role if and when the Iran conflict winds down. Ankara will seek to grow its influence as Iran’s influence declines.

Turkey’s intel chief lays out country’s vision for Middle East, world

Next and H&M are warning that if the Middle East conflict drags on, today’s freight headache could become tomorrow’s consumer squeeze.

How a Middle East War Becomes a Retail Price Hike

The TV personality talks about her new chapter, the recent death of her mother and the secret to 20 years of marriage with husband John Cusimano.

Rachael Ray is navigating grief this holiday season. She doesn't have time for 'negative energy' on the internet.

A left-wing critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Sergei Udaltsov, was sentenced to six years in a penal colony and convicted of justifying terrorism by a Moscow court on Thursday. The sentence fell one year short of the seven years sought by the public prosecutor's office.

Putin critic gets six years in penal colony, vows hunger strike

Many tourists opt for Thailand or Indonesia when visiting Southeast Asia, but intrepid travelers know Malaysia has plenty to offer for island getaways.

9 Under-The-Radar Malaysian Islands To Consider Instead Of Thailand Or Indonesia

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The Israeli military said on Thursday it has killed more than 40 members of the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia in Lebanon in the last 24 hours. Sources within Hezbollah also reported that dozens of fighters had been killed in close combat with Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon.

Israel says 40 Hezbollah members killed as forces advance in Lebanon

Li Xiong, 41, the former chairman of Huione Group and a core member of what Chinese authorities call the Chen Zhi criminal syndicate, was escorted off a China Southern Airlines flight in Beijing on April 1 – shaven-headed, handcuffed, flanked by officers from China’s Ministry of Public Security. The real ...

Alleged Huione Group Money Laundering Boss Extradited to China

Germany is setting up a council to oversee the return of cultural property and human remains taken from former colonies.View on euronews

Germany to create restitution council to return colonia-era acquired cultural artefacts

Several Muslim countries have strongly criticized Israel's new death penalty law passed by parliament earlier this week. The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Qatar, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates strongly condemn "the imposition of the death penalty in the occupied West Bank and its de facto application against Palestinians," according to a joint statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) on Thursday.

Muslim nations condemn new Israeli death penalty law

While writing "Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online," Fortesa Latifi learned a lot about parent and child influencers. Like, a lot.

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Human Rights Watch says Capt Traoré, other military leaders and jihadists "may be liable" for the killings.

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