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Why does salmonella cause serious illness in some people but not others?
Most people recover within a week. A UK outbreak involving 207 confirmed cases offers a window into the rare route from gut illness to bloodstream infection.
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Could robots help tackle loneliness? BBC’s Ann Droid raises questions about the future of care
As robots enter social care, Ann Droid raises a bigger question: can machines ease loneliness without replacing human connection?
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Wildfires and a summer of extreme heat mean Andy Burnham can’t stay quiet on climate any longer
The new prime minister may find that UK-China relations hold some answers to the climate challenge.
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Ulez linked with better lung growth in children, research finds
Even modest differences in lung function and growth across childhood can matter for long-term health.
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Were Denisovans tall compared to other ancient humans? We should be sceptical
Two Denisovan leg bones from Taiwan came from tall individuals. But we can’t generalise to a whole species just yet.
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Extreme drought is changing Britain’s wildlife – and some effects won’t be seen until next year
Britain’s native species are adapted to a cool, wet climate. This summer is putting them under strain.
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Stop! That! Train! is the best kind of silly film
Stop! That! Train! is a lot of fun, so long as you’re someone who doesn’t take yourself too seriously.
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How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan
Producers as far afield as Central Asia have been affected by Ukraine’s drones attacks on the e-commerce giant.
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Mark Carney’s ‘Canada Strong’ brand may be waning: Why brand politics can be so perilous
Being seen as an effective crisis manager is central to Mark Carney’s political brand, but an emphasis on communication and symbolism in support of the brand can only go so far. Results matter.
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UK-Ukraine drone partnership risks Putin’s wrath but will boost long-term security
The UK government’s plans will prioritise drones and Ukraine is providing expertise and the opportunity to test them on a real battlefield.
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Why we give our cats, dogs and other pets social media accounts
Often, when people talk about their pets, they are also talking about themselves — about the things they value and the experiences that shape who they are.
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Street dogs: Why India can’t — and shouldn’t — evict its canines
India’s street dogs — like urban coyotes in Canada — reveal how deeply human and animal worlds are intertwined.