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Chinese scientists identify ancient gene regulating human brain fold development

The discovery of the CCNB1IP1 gene's role suggests how regulatory changes in ancient genes drove human brain evolution and cognitive abilities.

PIMS launches initiatives to modernise infrastructure and expand medical training programmes

The upgrades aim to streamline medicine procurement and introduce specialised master's degrees in various surgical fields.

Punjab launches mobile healthcare program for 4.6 million industrial workers

Siberian lab worker dies; Russian health body rules no plague epidemic risk

Authorities confirmed the worker died of pneumonia, and extensive testing released most quarantined contacts.

WHO assesses Russia's public health risk as low following lab worker's death

Super El Niño event forecasts drought, climate shifts, and temperature records

Experts warn that the combination of this strong El Niño and global warming heightens risks of major ecosystem disruptions.

Minal Khan urges women to check for breast cancer signs

Doctors advise women examine themselves monthly for signs of the disease in a two to three minute process.

Scientists identify new crocodile genus from 45-million-year-old Egyptian fossil

The discovery sheds light on ancient crocodile diversity, linking the find to modern gharial relatives.

Bolotana, Sardinia, emerges as potential new centenarian blue zone

Research suggests women in the region exhibit significantly higher longevity rates compared to other areas.

WHO seeks details on Siberian plague lab worker death amid ongoing global risk

The bacterium causing plague persists in animal reservoirs across the world, according to experts.

UHS Approves Resit Exam for BS Nursing Students in March 2027

The approval came during the 44th meeting of the UHS Board of Studies in Nursing, setting out the examination schedule for the coming years.

WHO Cites Need for Full Picture Following Suspected Plague Death in Russia

International health bodies are demanding comprehensive data from Russia regarding the death of a researcher linked to plague concerns.

150-year-old Wych elm wins tree of the year award in County Down

The tree was originally planted in the mid-19th century in Newcastle, County Down.

Foreign experts arrive in Karachi to examine Safari Park elephant Madhubala

Madhubala and Malika are the last two elephants remaining in Pakistan.

NUMS opens admissions for Spring 2027 postgraduate programmes now

The admissions cycle details application deadlines, test dates, and the commencement of various specialized postgraduate courses.

Researchers reconstruct 1,000 years of fire history in Gippsland national park

The study analyzed pollen and charcoal from a sediment core to reconstruct the past.

Canada advances law barring mental illness from euthanasia access

The move follows a committee finding that excludes those whose only condition is mental illness from medical assistance in dying eligibility.

Gardner finds values motivate diet change more than nutrition advice

The research suggests focusing on food-related values, rather than just nutrients, drives better eating habits.

Coanda effect causes liquid to hug inside curve, science explains

Understanding fluid dynamics reveals how minor imperfections can trigger complex swirling patterns in liquid movement.

Fossil reveals early mammal relative capable of suckling

Macaroni penguins now hold world's largest colony title from Zavodovski Island

Zavodovski Island is part of the South Sandwich Islands, a UK overseas territory.

Ten people quarantined after contact with man who died of Ebola in Kenya

Health officials are actively tracing 57 other contacts, highlighting ongoing concerns about border screening protocols.

Khan notes UN must strengthen to preserve rule-based international order

The discussions highlighted Pakistan's role in regional stability and global governance challenges.

Rawalpindi reports two new dengue cases; total infections reach 42

Authorities noted a rise in suspected cases and identified several high-risk zones across the district.