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Subsidised access to cancer-fighting drug expanded

Subsidised access to cancer-fighting drug expanded The Canberra Times Jenelle’s cancer has come back eight times in 16 years. A new treatment finally offers hope SMH.com.au Keytruda now affordable to thousands more cancer patients The Australian Expansion of immunotherapy PBS listing to treat multiple new cancers Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing

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In a 2026 study, scientists scanned the brains of 12 awake dogs as they viewed human faces showing happiness, anger, fear and sadness, and found specialized neural activity for smiles while dogs could distinguish fear from anger and sadness

New findings suggest that dogs have developed specialized brain regions for identifying human emotions. Their brain activities reveal noticeable differences when responding to happiness compared to negative emotions. This ability to differentiate between fear, sadness, and anger is a product of their evolution alongside humans. By recognizing how dogs perceive emotions, we can enhance the quality of our interactions and improve their welfare.

TThe Economic Times
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Noida workers’ protest: Allahabad HC grants bail to union member Himanshu Thakur

The Allahabad High Court granted bail to Himanshu Thakur in two cases. These cases were linked to a workers' protest that occurred in Noida. The court noted no specific role was assigned to Thakur in the alleged violence. The state opposed his release, citing social media activities and alleged message spreading. Thakur was arrested on April 17 in connection with two FIRs.

TThe Times Of India
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What happens to your brain when you are sleep deprived: Science behind this phenomenon will leave you surprised

Staying awake for over twenty-four hours results in involuntary micro-sleeps, highlighting how crucial sleep is to our health. After just sixteen hours without rest, cognitive abilities suffer, while motor skills and coordination dip to levels seen in intoxication. Going beyond thirty-six hours awake can disrupt hormonal balance and metabolism. It's clear that regular sleep is essential for maintaining well-being and ensuring safety.

TThe Economic Times

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