An experimental gene therapy has successfully treated more than 60 children born with ADA-SCID, reversing their immune failure in one once-only treatment. The breakthrough, with up to 12 years of stable follow-up, charts a new direction in rare-disease medicine.
Recent studies show that listening to personally chosen music can reduce pain and anxiety after surgery or during illness by altering brain activity and distraction. The effect holds regardless of genre—what matters most is what resonates with the patient.
At Woburn Safari Park, a critically endangered eastern mountain bongo calf—its first female in over a decade—has been born. This milestone supports the species’ survival efforts and strengthens collaboration in wildlife conservation across continents.
Researchers at Arizona State University designed fishing nets equipped with solar-powered LED buoys that cut sea turtle entanglements by 63 % in tests off Mexico’s Gulf of California. The devices maintain catch rates for target species while protecting marine wildlife.
The South African national rowing team will be the first team of color to compete in the prestigious Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston. It is a historic step for the continent's representation in the elite sport and an inspiration for future generations of African athletes.
California has become the first U.S. state to ban ultra-processed foods like chips and sugary snacks from school cafeterias. The new policy prioritizes fresh, nutrient-rich options for students, aiming to improve children’s health, focus, and long-term eating habits statewide.
Ohio has introduced a bill banning marriages between humans and AI chatbots. The proposed legislation aims to prevent AI systems from gaining legal personhood or spousal rights, ensuring that such unions have no legal effect. The bill is currently under discussion in the state’s House committee.
Ground-breaking therapy saves over 60 children from deadly condition
Ground-breaking therapy saves over 60 children from deadly condition
Ground-breaking therapy saves over 60 children from deadly condition
Music eases pain from surgery or illness with scientific backing
Music eases pain from surgery or illness with scientific backing
Music eases pain from surgery or illness with scientific backing
Rare mountain bongo calf born at England’s Woburn marks global conservation win
Rare mountain bongo calf born at England’s Woburn marks global conservation win
Rare mountain bongo calf born at England’s Woburn marks global conservation win
Solar-powered nets reduce sea turtle bycatch by 63 %
Solar-powered nets reduce sea turtle bycatch by 63 %
Solar-powered nets reduce sea turtle bycatch by 63 %
South African rowers make history at Boston Regatta
South African rowers make history at Boston Regatta
South African rowers make history at Boston Regatta
California removes ultra-processed foods from schools
California removes ultra-processed foods from schools
California removes ultra-processed foods from schools
Ohio draws the line: AI can’t say “I do”
Ohio draws the line: AI can’t say “I do”
Ohio draws the line: AI can’t say “I do”
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