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Scientists use stem cells to create models of human embryos and study our earliest days

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

Scientists have created embryo models to help study the mysteries of early human development, the medical problems that happen before birth and why many pregnancies fail.These models are made from stem cells, not egg and sperm, and can’t grow into babies. “They’re complete enough to give you a picture of what may be happening in the embryo during pregnancy, but they’re not so complete that you could actually use them for reproduction,” said Insoo Hyun, an ethicist and director of life sciences at Boston’s Museum of Science. “It just will not work.”Using models also avoids the controversy of using real embryos in research, he said.Several groups are working on the research. Teams with researchers from the United States and England shared their work in two studies published Tuesday in the journal Nature. Other scientists in Israel and China published studies on their work earlier this month that have not yet been reviewed by peers.While previous models mimicked pre-embryos, Hyun said ...

Spain: Heat strokes and dehydration deaths soared in summer of 2022, the hottest year on record

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

MADRID (AP) — Deaths in Spain from heat stroke and dehydration in the hottest months of 2022 — the hottest year on record — jumped by 88% compared to the same period in 2021, the National Statistics Institute said Tuesday.The Institute said 122 people died of heat stroke and 233 of dehydration between May and August last year when temperatures soared in a succession of heat waves. A total of 189 people died from the two conditions in 2021. The data came as Spain sizzled in its first official heat wave of the year, with the state weather agency, AEMET, predicting temperatures to hit 44 degrees Celsius (111 degrees Fahrenheit) in much of the country during a hot spell expected to last until Thursday. Officials in southern Spain said Monday that a 47-year-old agricultural worker had died from heat stroke, the first on record in Spain this year.The weather agency noted that heat waves have become more common during the month of June over the last 12 years.On Monday, the government annou...

Jóvenes en acción en Colombia: requisitos para beneficiarios y cómo consultar si recibes pago

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

(CNN Español) — Miles de jóvenes de Colombia, quienes hacen parte de poblaciones vulnerables, recibirán transferencias económicas correspondientes al programa Jóvenes en Acción a partir de esta semana, según anunció el Gobierno nacional.El Programa Jóvenes en Acción, que nació en el Gobierno del presidente Juan Manuel Santos (2010-2018), por el cuál el Gobierno de Colombia entrega una cantidad de dinero para jóvenes entre los 18 a 28 años que adelantan estudios de educación superior, con el fin de “potenciar su proyecto de vida”, según la página web del Departamento de Prosperidad Social, que lidera estos abonos.Los giros de Jóvenes en Acción para este ciclo iniciarán este 27 de junio hasta el 16 de julio de 2023.Familias en Acción en Colombia: cómo inscribirse y consultar si eres beneficiarioSe espera que se beneficien 264.455 participantes con una inversión de más de 108,7 millones de pesos, unos US$ 26 millones al cambio actual, según cifras del Gobierno Naciona...

¿Por qué las orcas no dejan de embestir barcos en España?

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

(CNN) — Cuando Daniel Kriz vio un par de orcas debajo de su barco mientras cruzaba el estrecho de Gibraltar en abril, pensó: “Otra vez no”.Para Kriz, un veterano capitán que estaba llevando un catamarán de regatas a través del Atlántico, era el segundo encuentro de este tipo en tres años, después de que una manada de orcas rodeara e inutilizara su barco en 2020.“De repente nos sorprendió lo que parecía una mala ola desde el lado”, dijo sobre el incidente reciente. “Eso ocurrió dos veces, y la segunda vez nos dimos cuenta de que teníamos dos orcas debajo del barco, arrancando el timón a mordiscos. Eran dos juveniles, y las adultas estaban dando vueltas, y me pareció que estaban vigilando esa acción”.Las cuatro personas a bordo de la embarcación no sufrieron heridas, pero, sin el control total del barco, Kriz tuvo que llegar al puerto deportivo más cercano usando solo sus motores. Las orcas habían destruido ambos timones —las superficies de co...

Prigozhin has moved to Belarus, its president says. Russia won’t press charges for munity

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

In this handout photo taken from video released by Prigozhin Press Service, Yevgeny Prigozhin, the owner of the Wagner Group military company, records his video addresses in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, Saturday, June 24, 2023. (Prigozhin Press Service via AP)(AP) In this handout photo taken from video released by Prigozhin Press Service, Yevgeny Prigozhin, the owner of the Wagner Group military company, records his video addresses in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, Saturday, June 24, 2023. (Prigozhin Press Service via AP)(AP) Yevgeny Prigozhin, owner of the private army of prison recruits and other mercenaries who have fought some of the deadliest battles in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, escaped prosecution for his abortive arm...

Movie Review: Harrison Ford gets a swashbuckling sendoff in ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

Goodbyes don’t tend to mean much in the Hollywood franchise system. Death isn’t a reliable end for characters or, lately, even actors. Technology, nostalgia and the often-inflated value of brands and IP have created a nightmarish cycle of resurrection and regurgitation, curdling what we love most.And yet when someone like Harrison Ford says he’s hanging up Indiana Jones’ fedora, for better or worse, you believe him. “Indiana Jones” producer Frank Marshall has also said that they won’t recast the character, which seems more dubious and, though well-intentioned, something he won’t be able to guarantee. All it takes is a new executive demanding a reboot.Not that it would ever really work, though. Any self-respecting movie fan knows the truth: The magic of Indiana Jones belongs wholly to Harrison Ford. Apparently, he doesn’t even necessarily need Steven Spielberg behind the camera, though, to be fair, the foundation was well-laid for a veteran like James Mangold to step in. But th...

Broncos training camp schedule announced

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Nuggets NBA championship parade has come and gone, the Rockies have a sub-.500 record and the heat of the summer is nearly upon us. That means it's time to be optimistic and look ahead to the Denver Broncos season.On Tuesday, the team announced its training camp schedule and with that a big change - the requirement for fans to have tickets if they plan to attend. Broncos wrap up 1st offseason program under Payton, aspire to match Nuggets, Avs success Tickets are free and can be claimed through Ticketmaster, with up to four free tickets per account. Practices will be limited to 3,000 attendees.Parking lots will open at 8 a.m. on practice days, with gates into the facility opening at 9 a.m. The team is scheduled to take the field at 10 a.m. daily for a practice that will last until noon or slightly later.Denver Broncos training camp dates:Friday, July 28Saturday, July 29 (Traning Camp: Back Together Weekend)Monday, July 31Tuesday, Aug. 1Wednesday, Aug. 2Friday, ...

Denver one of the best cities to celebrate Fourth of July

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- By the numbers, Colorado's capital is one of the best places in the country to celebrate our nation's birth. Financial adviser site WalletHub analyzed the 100 largest U.S. cities' features to find which has the best all-around environment for Fourth of July celebrations. The analysis compiled four broad categories: the number of celebrations, affordability, attractions and activities, safety and accessibility and the predicted weather for the day itself. Items such as average beer and wine prices, DUI rates and accommodation expenses played a role. How does Casa Bonita’s wait staff pay stack up to other Colorado jobs? Among 100 cities, Denver ranks 12th overall, in between St. Louis and Washington, D.C. Denver ranks highly in some categories and middling in others that touch on the city's big-picture issues - affordability and safety. It ranks 78th for affordability, 59th for safety and accessibility and 66th for weather. As a hub for both city and outdoors fun, h...

Free breakfast, prizes for biking to work Wednesday

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Wednesday is Bike to Work Day in Colorado, which means you can find free breakfast and prize bags on your ride to work.There will be stations set up all across the state, with a heavy focus on the Denver area, for bikers to stop for a bite or a water break on their way to or from work. Contest: Regional Air Quality Council E-bike Giveaway Plus, there will be parties and celebrations where you can stop to play a game and grab a goodie bag.The event happens every year on the fourth Wednesday of June as a way to encourage commuters to bike to work, for a variety of reasons.It's organized by Way to Go, a program of the Denver Regional Council of Governments which strives to improve commuting options and clean the air year-round.Why should I bike to work?There are plenty of reasons to bike to work on any given day, not just Wednesday when you can get a free breakfast burrito or sandwich on the way. The Bike to Work Day website lists a few.It will help you save money on...

Ryan Seacrest named new host of 'Wheel of Fortune'

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:15 GMT

(KTLA) -- Ryan Seacrest has been appointed as the next host of "Wheel of Fortune."The "American Idol" host made the news official in a lengthy statement on Twitter on Tuesday morning. "I am truly humbled to be stepping into the footsteps of the legendary Pat Sajak. I can say, along with the rest of America, that it's been a privilege and pure joy to watch Pat and Vanna on our television screens for an unprecedented 40 years, making us smile every night and feel right at home with them," Seacrest said. This comes two weeks after Pat Sajak revealed he'll be ending his four-decade run on the gameshow in 2024."Pat, I love the way you've always celebrated the contestants and made viewers at home feel at ease. I look forward to learning everything I can from you during this transition," he continued as he paid homage to Sajak. Barbie’s Dream House comes to life ahead of Margot Robbie film; how to book your stay Seacrest also noted the irony that he will be taking the helm of the big w...