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A new gene-editing technique called PERT offers a potential single-tool solution for numerous genetic disorders caused by nonsense mutations. This method, described in Nature, instructs cells to read through premature stop signals, enabling the production of functional proteins. PERT could revolutionize treatment for conditions like beta-thalassaemia, offering a more versatile and potentially long-lasting approach.

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in children, characterized by sudden kidney failure, can arise from dehydration, infections, or obstructions, presenting symptoms like reduced urine output and swelling. Diagnosed through blood and urine tests, treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause with supportive care, including medications and fluid management.

Social media influencer RJ Mahvash has ventured into sports ownership, acquiring the Supreme Strikers in the inaugural CLT10 tennis ball cricket league. She secured her team at auction in Delhi and named former Australian cricketer Shaun Marsh as captain. The CLT10 features eight teams competing in a fast-paced 10-over format, attracting celebrity team owners and…

Overlanding couple goes off track, traces Babur link

The New York Knicks are reportedly showing interest in free agent Ben Simmons, according to Ian Begley of SNY. Despite his offensive limitations, Simmons’ size, defensive capabilities, and passing skills are attractive to the Knicks. With limited free agency options and most teams having spent their money, the Knicks remain a potential destination for the…

Away from ‘thorny’ politics, Omar Abdullah’s new garden in full bloom

Elon Musk has unveiled his ‘America Party,’ challenging the existing two-party system amidst a strained relationship with Donald Trump. Despite constitutional ineligibility for the presidency due to his African birth, Musk aims to disrupt the political landscape. A recent poll on X revealed strong public support for a new party, prompting Musk to action.

Google is making its advanced Ironwood TPU widely available to AI developers, aiming to attract more users to its cloud platform. This custom-built silicon is designed for training and running massive machine-learning models, offering significant performance improvements. The move intensifies the race for AI infrastructure dominance among major tech companies.

BTS star Jungkook’s solo track ‘Dreamers’ has crossed 100 million views, marking his fifth song to achieve this feat. The FIFA World Cup anthem, released in 2025, has garnered over 625 million streams globally, making Jungkook the first Korean solo artist to reach this milestone in a single year. His album ‘Echo’ also broke records…