Designer Baby: Cathy Tie's Controversial Mission
Jenny Kleeman investigates ‘Biotech Barbie’ Cathy Tie, the entrepreneur aiming to let parents edit embryos using Crispr, and the reality behind her startup.
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Victorian Greens Tax the Rich to Fight Populism
Victorian Greens unveil $5m land tax to fund public housing and stamp duty cuts, aiming to counter right-wing populism. Leader Sandell predicts surprise performance in November.
Lost in Sudanese Desert, Villagers Offered Us a Hut
In 1987, an aid worker got lost in the Sudanese desert. Villagers offered a hut with beds and a huge breakfast, refusing payment, exemplifying profound generosity.
Iran Drone Hits Bahrain as US Pact Falters
A Bahraini residential building was struck by an Iranian drone on Sunday, escalating Gulf tensions just days after the US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding. The deal's vague wording on Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz is now being blamed for r
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Europe heatwave: 1,300 excess deaths as temps top 40°C
The World Health Organisation reports 1,300 excess deaths from Europe's heatwave as temperatures exceed 40°C, with France, Italy, Germany, and Czechia hit hardest.
UK drowning deaths rise to seven amid record heatwave
A 15-year-old boy and a 55-year-old woman died in separate incidents, bringing the UK's open-water drowning toll to seven during the recent record-breaking heatwave.
Spain Heatwave: UK Tourists Given 3 Safety Rules
Spain's Interior Ministry issues alert as temperatures exceed 45°C, urging people to avoid three fire-starting actions. Wildfires have already burned thousands of hectares.
Plant Lavender in July to Attract Bees, Says RHS Expert
Planting lavender in July can help attract bees to your garden. RHS horticulturist Paul Atkinson explains how to propagate lavender from cuttings to support declining bee populations.
Place Bucket of Muddy Water in Garden This Summer
Gardeners are urged to put a bucket of muddy water in their gardens this July and August to help frogs and toads survive, as they eat pests like slugs and snails.
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Foreign Office Warns Families on Spain Child Safety
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for Spain, warning families to supervise children in pools and at the sea due to drowning risks and heatwave conditions.
Spain Warns Tourists: Three Rules Amid Heatwave
Spain's Interior Ministry urges tourists to follow three safety rules as heatwave fuels wildfires. Avoid cigarette butts, unauthorized fires, and flammable waste.
Wimbledon's Iconic Hydrangeas at Risk Due to Heatwaves
Wimbledon's iconic hydrangeas and petunias may be replaced due to climate change, as head gardener Martyn Falconer seeks drought-friendly plants to preserve the 'English country garden' feel, ruling out Mediterranean options like olive trees and rosemary.
Spain Ministry Warns of Wildfire Risk Amid Heatwave
Spain's Interior Ministry warns tourists to avoid discarding cigarette butts, making unauthorized fires, or leaving flammable waste as wildfires rage, with temperatures exceeding 45°C and over 4,000 hectares burned.
Mum with early menopause gives birth to triplets
A mum told she'd never have kids due to early menopause has given birth to triplets. Marina Selim, 30, defied a diagnosis of significantly diminished ovarian reserve to welcome non-identical triplets.
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Mop Wood Floors with Black Tea to Repel Dust and Restore Shine
Flooring experts reveal that mopping wooden floors with black tea keeps dust at bay longer and enhances natural warmth and shine. The tannins act as a light stain while polyphenols fight germs.
Black Tea Mopping Keeps Wooden Floors Dust-Free Longer
Flooring experts reveal that mopping wooden floors with black tea, a cheap kitchen item, repels dust and restores natural shine. Tannins and polyphenolic compounds clean and protect.
Chamomile and Fennel Tea May Trigger IBS Symptoms
Herbal teas like chamomile and fennel are high in FODMAPs, which can cause bloating and IBS symptoms. Experts advise caution and suggest low-FODMAP alternatives like peppermint tea.
Lemon and Cloves: Natural Fly Repellent Hack
Place lemon halves studded with cloves near windows to repel flies naturally. This simple, non-toxic hack uses citrus and spice scents that overwhelm flies, keeping them out of your home.
Nicola Peltz splits from charity Victoria refused to support
Nicola Peltz has parted ways with Yogi's House, a dog rescue charity she co-founded, after mother-in-law Victoria Beckham allegedly refused to support it during the LA fires.
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Mum of five scrutinised, husband praised for parenting
A mother of five reveals the double standards she faces: constant scrutiny and invasive comments, while her husband is celebrated as a 'super-dad' for the same parenting tasks.
Swap Oil and Butter for Water to Make Perfect Fried Eggs
Using water instead of oil or butter to fry eggs creates steam that cooks the egg evenly, preventing burning and mess. Chef Kaitlin's 'steam-frying' method yields perfect golden yolks in under 5 minutes.
Mum with PTSD after traumatic birth launches business
Holly Richardson, 33, from Seaton Delaval, developed PTSD after her first daughter's birth. She now runs Birth Then Baby, offering courses to help parents prepare for childbirth with confidence.
Plant Lavender in July to Attract More Bees, Says RHS
The Royal Horticultural Society recommends planting lavender in July to attract bees and butterflies. Lavender's vibrant blooms and strong scent draw pollinators, helping combat UK bee population decline.
Cabbage Crispy and Sweet with 3 Simple Ingredients
Sautéed cabbage becomes crispy and naturally sweet when cooked with onion, garlic, and butter. Food blogger Lisa Brown's 20-minute recipe converts sceptics.
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Nicola Peltz Parts Ways with Dog Charity Amid Beckham Feud
Nicola Peltz has reportedly parted ways with Yogi's House, the dog charity she co-founded, after being removed from its website and unfollowing them online.
Retired Cranberry Bog Becomes Model for Wetland Restoration in Massachusetts
A retired cranberry bog in Massachusetts becomes a model for wetland restoration, offering lessons for farmers and conservationists amid climate change.
City life is reshaping raccoons – and may be nudging them toward domestication
Urban raccoons in the US are developing shorter snouts, a trait linked to domestication, due to adaptation to city life and human food sources.
Prune Tomatoes in June for Bigger Fruit
Truss pruning tomatoes in June boosts fruit size and flavour. Remove excess fruit on trusses to let plants focus energy on fewer, larger tomatoes. Greenhouse plants: prune at 7 trusses; outdoor at 4.
Beach Evacuated in Spanish Holiday Hotspot as 6ft 6in Shark Spotted Near Shore
A 6ft 6in shark caused panic at a Spanish beach resort, leading to evacuation. The blue shark was coaxed back to sea by emergency services.
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UK Plastic Wet Wipe Ban Across All Four Nations by 2027
All four UK nations will ban single-use plastic wet wipes by August 2027, with Wales first on December 18, 2026. 95% public support. Fines for non-compliance.
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