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Scientists make embryos from human skin DNA for first time

Scientists make embryos from human skin DNA for first time

US scientists have, for the first time, made early-stage human embryos by manipulating DNA taken from people's skin cells and then fertilising it with sperm. The technique could overcome infertility d …

Scientists win Nobel Prize for discovering why immune system does not destroy the body

Scientists win Nobel Prize for discovering why immune system does not destroy the body

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2025 has been awarded for discoveries that explain how the immune system attacks hostile infections, but not the body's own cells. The prize is shared by Japa …

Sia's ex demands $250,000 per month in spousal support

Sia's ex demands $250,000 per month in spousal support

The estranged husband of Australian singer Sia has asked for more than $250,000 (£187,000; A$384,000) per month in spousal support, according to US court documents. Best known for her hits including C …

Sitting up straight isn't the only secret to good posture - here are three more tips

Sitting up straight isn't the only secret to good posture - here are three more tips

'Sit up straight!' - we've all heard that command barked at us many times. For years we've been told that good posture means standing tall, shoulders back and your spine straight as a rod. But that mi …

Skye Newman: The 'explosive' effect of writing songs about real life

Skye Newman: The 'explosive' effect of writing songs about real life

Brutally honest lyrics about real life helped make Skye Newman one of 2025's biggest new stars. But they also sparked arguments with the people her songs are about. The London-born singer says an ex-b …

Snapchat to charge users for storing their old photos and videos

Snapchat to charge users for storing their old photos and videos

Snapchat has announced it will start charging for storing photos and videos - prompting a backlash from users who have built up a large archive of old posts. The popular messaging app has allowed user …