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Trump administration does about face on autism treatment

Trump administration does about face on autism treatment

The Trump administration did an about-face Tuesday on an autism treatment it had promoted with great fanfare. It had said back in September it would approve use of a drug called leucovorin -- synthetic vitamin B9 -- to treat the disorder. But on Tuesday the Food and Drug Administration backed off,

Oscar nominee Benicio Del Toro says 'One Battle' has 'heart'

Oscar nominee Benicio Del Toro says 'One Battle' has 'heart'

Benicio Del Toro won his first Oscar 25 years ago for "Traffic." This year, he is once again in the Academy Award conversation for his soulful turn as karate dojo owner -- and part-time savior of immigrants -- Sergio St Carlos in "One Battle After Another," a

Expats cling to Dubai's allure despite Iran's missiles

Expats cling to Dubai's allure despite Iran's missiles

While tourists and non-essential diplomats scramble to leave the Gulf as Iran retaliates across the region for US and Israeli airstrikes, many expatriates in the glittering hubs of Dubai and other Gulf cities are sitting tight. Several told AFP that, although work and leisure routines were disrupted by the

Litter picker discovers chips bag from 1976

Litter picker discovers chips bag from 1976

By James Connolly and Ruby Watson A litter picker found a crisp (chips) packet that has survived for more than 50 years while clearing rubbish from a beauty spot. Dave Bentley, 62, spotted the faded wrapper poking out from beneath the moss while helping to clean up Bealey's

Premature baby undergoes new heart operation

Premature baby undergoes new heart operation

By Elizabeth Hunter A premature baby born weighing just 500g has returned home after becoming the first in Scotland to undergo a new heart procedure. Aribella Duncan arrived extremely early in July last year - at just 23 weeks and one day. Doctors told parents Caitlin and Jack Duncan that Aribella

United States’ unveils futuristic fleet of nextâgen airplanes

United States’ unveils futuristic fleet of nextâgen airplanes

By Dean Murray The United States is to unleash a futuristic fleet of nextâgen warplanes. The new XâPlane, officially revealed as the Xâ76, is able to take off without a runway but still fly at fast speeds like a fighter jet. DARPA, the research and development agency

Where to Stream All of the 2026 Oscar Nominees Right Now

The nominations for the 98th Academy Awards are shaping up to be a tight contest, with some potential for big surprises with the winners’ list. Since nothing’s guaranteed at this point, if you’re hoping to beat out the others in your office pool for the 2026 Oscars, well,