Grace O’Connor — Health & Science Editor 
Bajabulise Thela was crowned Miss Universe South Africa 2026 and Romanda Hombir was named Miss World South Africa 2026 during a pageant held in Menlyn on 18 July 2026. Both titleholders will represent South Africa at their respective international competitions later this year. The South African pageant landscape shifted significantly this past weekend as two … Read more
CureDuchenne launched its A Cure Can’t Wait campaign on July 8, 2026, to raise awareness and research funding for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The initiative uses emotional public service announcements to highlight the urgency of the fatal genetic disease, which historically limits life expectancy to the 20s. Reframing the “Ticking Clock” of Duchenne The A Cure … Read more
Medical experts are warning that injections marketed for weight loss are specifically formulated as anti-obesity medications and are not intended for minor weight reduction or cosmetic use. This distinction is critical, as the misuse of these potent pharmaceuticals—often popularized on social media as “miracle” products—carries significant risks to patient health. The Dangers of Non-Clinical Use … Read more
Bananas and oranges are the two most popular fruits in the world. They are celebrated for being economical, easy to transport, and packed with essential nutrients. However, when considering cardiovascular health, experts emphasize that one does not need to choose between them. Instead, the combination of both fruits provides the most significant health benefits. Harvard … Read more
President Prabowo Subianto defended the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program during a Sidang Kabinet Paripurna (Plenary Cabinet Meeting) at the Istana Negara, Jakarta, on Monday, July 20, 2026. Responding to critics who label the nutrition initiative as wasteful, the President contrasted the program’s focus on addressing child stunting and food security with the lack of … Read more
Sinopia Biosciences, a biotechnology company originating from the University of California San Diego, has developed a drug candidate, SB-0110, designed to enhance the efficacy of levodopa while reducing involuntary movements in Parkinson’s patients. Following positive preclinical results published in Science Translational Medicine on July 15, the company plans to initiate human clinical trials by next … Read more
Broadcaster and journalist Edward Stourton, a fixture of British current affairs for over four decades, has died at age 68. Best known for his decade-long tenure on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, Stourton passed away on Saturday surrounded by his family following a long battle with prostate cancer. The death of Edward Stourton marks the … Read more
Emerging Research Explores Creatine for Cognitive and Mental Health Creatine, a supplement historically utilized primarily by athletes for its role in ATP regeneration and muscle contraction, is increasingly the subject of clinical research regarding its potential impact on brain health and mood regulation. Potential Benefits for Cognitive Performance and Mood Recent studies suggest that creatine … Read more
Alicia Richardson, an Almeerse resident, is walking the Nijmeegse Vierdaagse to honor her one-year-old daughter, Mabel, who survived a critical birth at 26 weeks. Richardson, who is also fundraising for the Stichting Vluchteling-Student, aims to complete the 160-kilometer trek despite the emotional challenge of leaving her hospitalized child behind. For Alicia Richardson, the four-day, 160-kilometer … Read more
As of July 20, 2026, Libras are entering a period defined by a need for professional realignment and emotional clarity. According to reporting from Raialyoum and Sada Elbalad, the latter half of July demands a disciplined approach to finances and interpersonal communication, while offering specific opportunities for career advancement and relationship building through patient negotiation. … Read more