Genetics and Weight Loss: Why It's Harder for Some
Cambridge scientist Dr Giles Yeo explains how over 1,000 genes influence appetite and weight. Discover why willpower isn't the full story and what you can control.
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Mutated 'Hunger Gene' Blocks Weight Loss, Expert Says
A Cambridge professor reveals a common gene mutation makes people feel constantly hungry, hindering weight loss. Discover the science and why new drugs offer hope.
Science Explains Why Losing Weight Is Harder for Some
Cambridge scientist Dr Giles Yeo reveals how over 1,000 genes influence appetite and weight loss. Discover why willpower isn't the full story and what you can control.
UK Deaths to Outnumber Births by 2026, Warns Think Tank
A leading think tank warns the UK could see more deaths than births from 2026, driven by low fertility. This demographic shift poses major challenges for public finances and services.
US Baby Population Hits Record Low, Utah Leads Decline
New data reveals the US fertility rate has plummeted to 1.6 children per woman, with Utah's family-centric cities showing the steepest decline in under-fives. Explore the causes and consequences.
Hunter-Gatherer DNA Linked to Living to 100, Study Finds
New research suggests the genetic legacy of ancient hunter-gatherers may be a key factor in exceptional human longevity. Discover the fascinating link to our prehistoric past.
One in Five in UK Now Born Abroad, Study Reveals
New analysis shows nearly 20% of the UK population is foreign-born, a sharp rise from 2021. Discover the impact on public services and the call for an emergency census.
Epstein's DNA obsession revealed in 18,000 emails
Jeffrey Epstein's disturbing plan to seed humanity with his DNA revealed through 18,000 emails showing his extensive book purchases on genetics and eugenics before his death.
Ancient Woolly Mammoth RNA Reveals Ice Age Secrets
Scientists decode 39,000-year-old RNA from a woolly mammoth, revealing its final moments. Discover how this breakthrough reshapes our understanding of prehistoric life.
Ancient mammoth RNA breakthrough could aid de-extinction
Scientists extract world's oldest RNA from 40,000-year-old woolly mammoth, revealing new biological insights that could help bring extinct species back to life. Discover how this breakthrough transforms our understanding of prehistoric genetics.
Masked raiders detonate explosive at Harvard Medical School
Shocking security breach at prestigious Harvard Medical School as masked intruders detonate explosive device in genetics laboratory, triggering major police investigation and campus lockdown.
Harvard Medical School explosion: Two arrested
Two individuals face serious charges after an explosive device detonated at Harvard Medical School's genetics building, sparking a major terrorism investigation and campus lockdown.
UK population hits record 67.6 million amid migration surge
Official figures reveal Britain's population has grown by nearly 500,000 in a single year, with net migration reaching unprecedented levels and reshaping the nation's demographic landscape.
UK population hits record 67 million, ONS data reveals
Official statistics reveal Britain's population has grown by nearly 500,000 in a single year, reaching unprecedented levels driven primarily by international migration patterns.
Germany's population declines for third year running
New Eurostat data reveals Germany's population declined by 0.1% in 2023, marking the third consecutive year of natural decrease despite overall growth through immigration.
Lifestyle cuts genetic obesity risk by half
New research shows that healthy lifestyle choices can reduce the genetic risk of obesity by more than half, offering hope for those predisposed to weight gain.
Russia's population crisis deepens amid war losses
New official data reveals Russia's population has fallen to its lowest level in decades, with record-low birth rates and war casualties creating a perfect demographic storm under Putin's leadership.
Human Evolution Accelerates in Unprecedented Ways
Groundbreaking research reveals humans are evolving in ways never seen before, with natural selection actively shaping our genomes and removing harmful mutations at an accelerating pace.
Japan's population crisis deepens as births hit record low
Japan faces an unprecedented demographic emergency as new data reveals the sharpest population decline in history, with births plummeting to their lowest level since records began.
Russia's population crisis deepens with 2M loss
New statistics reveal Russia's population has dropped by over 2 million since 2021, with deaths significantly outnumbering births as Putin's war and economic pressures create a perfect demographic storm.
England & Wales population declines for first time ever
New ONS data reveals England and Wales experienced their first population decline in decades, driven by falling birth rates and changing migration patterns post-pandemic.
Wales population drops first time since 1850s
Shocking official figures reveal Wales experienced population decline while England saw growth, raising concerns about economic future and youth exodus.
Christmas Island population plummets to record low
Exclusive census data reveals Christmas Island's population has dropped below 1,400 residents, marking a dramatic exodus from Australia's remote Indian Ocean territory and raising concerns about its future sustainability.
Child intelligence genes linked to longer lifespan
Groundbreaking UK research reveals children with genes for higher intelligence tend to live longer, healthier lives. Discover the fascinating connection between cognitive inheritance and longevity.
Tokyo population sees first decline in 26 years
Japan's Tokyo metropolitan area records its first population drop since 1996, signalling a dramatic demographic shift amid national population concerns.
Australia's fertility rate hits record low: 1.55 births per woman
New data reveals Australia's fertility rate has hit an unprecedented low of 1.55 births per woman, sparking concerns about future economic stability and population ageing.
South Korea's elderly population reaches record 20%
New statistics reveal South Korea's demographic time bomb is worsening, with over 20% of citizens now aged 65 or older, raising urgent questions about economic sustainability and social welfare systems.
Genetic testing breakthrough for myeloma treatment
Groundbreaking research reveals how genetic testing could transform treatment for deadly blood cancer multiple myeloma, offering personalised therapy approaches.
Roman DNA discovery rewrites New Orleans history
Groundbreaking genetic research uncovers surprising Roman and Latin heritage in New Orleans residents, challenging conventional understanding of the city's European roots.
Women genetically more vulnerable to depression - study
Groundbreaking research uncovers significant genetic differences that make women more vulnerable to depression, challenging long-held assumptions about mental health gender disparities.
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