Health

Novartis shells out $2 billion for immunology biotech Excellergy, in second multi-billion dollar deal in a week

The Swiss pharma giant is betting on a next-generation allergy treatment that may prove to work faster and better than anything currently on the market.

The Surprising Reason for the New Homophobia

Americans are burned-out, frustrated, and hunting for scapegoats.

How Congress Can Deliver Healthcare Affordability

A little over a year into President Donald Trump’s second term, the economy is strong. Core inflation is down to the lowest point in years, and real earnings for the private sector are up: far outpacing inflation and putting money back in American workers’ pockets. Despite these wins, healthcare costs remain a significant concern for most Americans.

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Lots of us aren’t very keen on bats. But the more we find out about them, the more amazing they turn out to be

Week in wildlife: a flying rodent, a duty-free possum and an emerald viper

This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world

Keep under-fives’ screen time to no more than an hour a day, UK advice says

Keir Starmer promises to help parents limit children’s online activity as government issues guidance to families

When Will the Anti-Vaccine Fever Break?

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Benjamina Ebuehi’s recipe for lemon lamington cake

This giant version of an Aussie favourite makes for the perfect coconut-covered Easter centrepiece

Paralyzed Gang-Rape Victim Dies By Euthanasia

Ramos, 25, became paralyzed after unsuccessfully trying to take her own life in 2022 following struggles with psychological trauma.

Dolphins, stingers and ‘salt tongue’: an epic ocean swim around New Zealand’s east coast

Jono Ridler has battled loneliness and fatigue as he aims to break the record for the longest unassisted staged swim – and raise awareness about fragile marine life

Family caregivers now provide $1 trillion worth of care annually, AARP finds

About 59 million caregivers provide care for loved ones, representing $1.01 trillion in total economic value annually, according to a new AARP report.

Beware the Luxury Beach Resort

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