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IVF couples use legal loophole to rank embryos

Couples in the UK are using a legal grey area to screen IVF embryos for traits like intelligence and height, raising major ethical questions about 'designer babies'. Discover the implications.

Mother of world's first IVF boy shares her story

Grace MacDonald recounts her pioneering journey to motherhood via IVF in 1979, giving birth to the world's first IVF boy, Alastair. A story of hope, science, and an unbreakable bond.

Brain's 5 Eras & Dementia Vaccine Breakthrough

Explore the groundbreaking five-era model of brain evolution and the promising vaccine that could protect against dementia. Listen to the full Science Weekly podcast for more.

Rare seven-arm octopus found on Scottish beach

A rare deep-sea seven-arm octopus, a creature of up to four metres, was discovered on a Scottish beach. Marine biologists hail the 'incredible find'. Read the full story.

Mud Baths: The 1925 Beauty Trend's Comeback

A century-old beauty ritual from 1925, involving therapeutic mud baths, is experiencing a modern revival. Discover the surprising history and renewed appeal of this natural treatment.

Kent Water Crisis: Schools Shut, 23,000 Affected

Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water after a chemical fault at Pembury Treatment Works. Schools are closed and bottled water stations are open. Find out when supplies will return.

Mum spends £2k filtering blood to stay young

A 38-year-old mum invests £2,000 per session in EBOO blood filtration, claiming it makes her feel 'amazing' and people mistake her for her daughter's sister. Discover this biohacking trend.

Drug-resistant fungal infection surges 500% in UK

A 'turbocharged' fungal infection called trichophyton indotineae has seen cases surge 500% in the UK. Learn about symptoms, treatment and prevention of this contagious skin condition.

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