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FDA approves genetically engineered animals as both food and for medical purposes for the FIRST time

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Genetically engineered pigs have been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration – the first time an intentional genomic alteration has been given clearance for both food and medical use. The pigs, called GalSafe pigs, are without a sugar on their skin that can cause a severe allergic reaction among some people. Without the … Read more

Gentoo penguins should be reclassified as four distinct species for conservation purposes

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Gentoo penguins should be considered four different species due to the way they have adapted to live in different environments, according to scientists. Experts from the University of Bath analysed the genetic and physical difference between Gentoo penguin populations around the southern hemisphere. They say that counting the birds as four separate full species will … Read more

Nicola Sturgeon urges Scots to avoid travelling to England unless for ‘essential purposes’ 

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New lockdown restrictions announced for England on Saturday October 30 are the latest measures brought in for the UK. Different rules are now in place in each of the four nations. This is the picture in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. England On Saturday, October 30 Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced new measures for … Read more

Mind-blowing hidden purposes of everyday objects revealed

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So THAT’S what it’s for! Mind-blowing hidden purposes of everyday objects revealed (but how many did YOU already know?) Bored Panda has revealed the hidden purposes of these everyday objects  For example the small pocket on jeans was originally to keep your pocket watch  To check which side of the car your petrol hatch is on, … Read more