Pigs might help solve the organ transplant crisis if researchers can make the process safe enough. Preventing rejection in brain-dead subjects is a step toward that goal.
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Remains of Myshonique Maddox, Georgia woman missing since July, found in Alabama woods
Myshonique Shontrell Maddox, 28, was reported missing out of Columbus, Georgia on July 22. Her remains were found in a wooded area in Alabama.
Land-for-NATO swap proposal that drew ire in Ukraine was ‘a mistake’: Live updates
A NATO official walked back his suggestion that Ukraine give up land to Russia in exchange for membership in the military alliance.
Putting pig organs to a key test in donated bodies
Surgeons at NYU transplanted a pig’s kidney into a brain-dead man and for over a month it’s worked normally. It’s a critical step toward eventually trying in living patients. (Aug. 16) (AP video/Shelby Lum)
Germany’s Cabinet passes an act to liberalize rules on cannabis possession and sale
Germany’s Cabinet has approved a plan to liberalize rules on cannabis, setting the scene for the European Union’s most populous member to decriminalize possession of limited amounts of the substance, and allow members of “cannabis clubs” to buy it for …
You’ve never seen anything like these immersive theater shows, from ‘Here Lies Love’ to ‘Gatsby’
Immersive theater isn’t just “Sleep No More.” These three New York shows are reinventing the audience experience and putting you right in the action.
Lawsuit alleges power company played a role in deadly Hawaiian wildfires
Lahaina residents filed a lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric, claiming they played a “substantial role” in the wildfires that killed over 100 people.
Republican lawmaker says Chinese hackers breached his personal, campaign emails
Rep. Don Bacon revealed that he was a victim of a hacking operation by China-based spies who breached the email accounts of government officials.
Court backs anti-abortion protesters who cited Black Lives Matter demonstrations in First Amendment suit
Washington police arrested anti-abortion protesters who chalked sidewalk messages. They pointed to similar messages by Black Lives Matter protesters.
16-year-old left Missouri home weeks ago. Her dad is worried she’s in danger.
It’s not the first time Timmy Treon’s daughter has run away, but as the days turn into weeks, his fears grow that the Missouri teen in serious danger.