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Polygenic Embryo Screening in IVF: How It Works

Polygenic embryo screening (PES) is a new IVF add-on that claims to predict disease risk. Explore the science, the controversy, and what UK experts say about its efficacy and ethics.

35 Surnames Linked to Royal Bloodlines

Discover if your surname hints at royal ancestry. DNA testing is revealing surprising links to historic dynasties for thousands. Could you be related to the Royal Family?

Serena Williams back in tennis drug-testing pool

Tennis legend Serena Williams has quietly rejoined the sport's anti-doping testing pool, a mandatory step for any potential competitive return. She could be eligible to play again by mid-2026. Read the full story.

HIV Test Kits via NHS App in £170m 2030 Elimination Plan

People can now order HIV test kits through the NHS app as part of a £170m government action plan to end new HIV transmissions in England by 2030. Discover how routine A&E testing and home kits will transform prevention.

Why Medical Research Still Needs Animal Testing

Leading UK scientists explain why animal testing remains crucial for medical breakthroughs and why alternatives face significant biological complexities. Read their expert analysis.

STI Testing Timelines After Unprotected Sex

Essential guide on when to test for STIs after unprotected sex. Learn detection windows for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV and more. Protect your sexual health today.

Asbestos in Play Sand Prompts School Closures

Dozens of Australian schools closed after asbestos found in children's play sand. Border Force now classifies sensory play products as high-risk. Learn what parents need to know.

Asbestos in play sand forces school closures

Multiple schools close as coloured play sand is recalled in New Zealand and Australia due to asbestos contamination. Parents urged to check products and follow safety guidelines.

ACT Schools Close Due to Asbestos in Play Sand

More than 70 public schools in Canberra closed as a precaution after asbestos was found in children's play sand sold at Kmart and Target. Stay informed on the latest developments.

Asbestos in Play Sand Closes 69 Schools

Nearly 70 schools in Australia have shut down after toxic asbestos was discovered in children's play sand. Learn about the recall and health risks.

New nuclear age threatens global security

As nuclear tensions rise with Trump's testing remarks and China's expansion, the world faces renewed atomic threats. Read why non-proliferation efforts urgently need revival.

Children's Sand Recalled Over Asbestos Concerns

Multiple brands of children's coloured sand sold across Australia recalled due to potential asbestos contamination. Officeworks among retailers affected. Safety precautions advised.

UK Plan: Microchips to Replace Lab Rats in Testing

The UK government accelerates its plan to replace animal testing with advanced alternatives like 'organs-on-chips' and 3D bioprinting. Discover the timeline and the science behind this ethical shift.

AI Safety Crisis: Hundreds of Flawed Tests Exposed

New research reveals fundamental weaknesses in AI safety evaluation methods, raising serious concerns about whether we can trust artificial intelligence systems in real-world applications.

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