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May 26, 2025

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New genetic test could speed up brain tumor diagnosis

A research team at the University of Nottingham has developed an innovative genetic test that shortens the diagnosis of brain tumors from several weeks to just a few hours. Scientists see this as a breakthrough that could significantly improve the care and treatment of patients. Source: BBC

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UK: Disposable e-cigarettes banned from June

The UK is introducing part of its comprehensive smoking ban: from June 1, disposable e-cigarettes will no longer be allowed to be sold nationwide. The government also plans to stop allowing anyone born in 2009 or later to smoke legally. Source: SKY NEWS

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Italian Constitutional Court strengthens the rights of lesbian mothers

In a landmark ruling this week, the Italian Constitutional Court decided that in future, two mothers may be registered on a child's birth certificate. With this ruling, the court contradicts the previous position of the Italian government, according to which only the biological mother should be recognized. Source: EURONEWS

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New contact lens enables vision in the dark

Researchers from China have developed a contact lens that enables people to perceive infrared light - even in the dark or with their eyes closed. They are currently working on increasing the sensitivity of the lenses. In the future, they could help people with color blindness, for example. Source: THE GUARDIAN

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Making valuable work visible: A cooperative for waste pickers in India

The work of female waste pickers in India is often not recognized by society. In Pune, however, the Swach cooperative is campaigning for better conditions: it recognizes the important role of these people and ensures fair pay. Over 3,850 self-employed waste pickers are currently organized in the cooperative. Source: THE GUARDIAN

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Wildlife populations in northern Kyrgyzstan are recovering

Northern Kyrgyzstan, a region with great biodiversity, has long been a center for poaching and illegal hunting. Local NGOs are now reporting encouraging progress: The protected areas that have been set up are having an impact. The deer population there has increased significantly from 33 animals in 2013 to around 250 in 2020. Source: MONGABAY

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