News for August 8, 2025

Boeing's $8.3B Power Move Just Got the Green Light — Here's What Happens Next

Yahoo Entertainment
UK regulators clear Boeing’s blockbuster Spirit AeroSystems deal, setting the stage for a game-changing supply chain shakeup.
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How Asia is changing the classic Aussie band origin story

ABC News (AU)
For generations of musicians, there was a simple recipe for success: pack your bags and move to the west but those markets are being challenged by the growing prestige and influence of the music business in Asia.
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LIV Golf: Sergio Garcia, Dustin Johnson Share Round 1 Lead In Chicago

Fox Sports
LIV Chicago got underway on Friday, so here’s a look at how the first round of 18 holes unfolded.
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Beloved by bands and bank robbers, the Ford Transit turns 60

BBC News
The world’s best-selling van has been in production since 1965.
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Is super skinny back? UK sees rise in complaints over thin models

BBC News
Zara, M&S and Next had ads banned over models that look “unhealthily thin” – is size zero making a comeback
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Fearing deportation, international students go silent at California’s universities

KPBS
After hundreds of international students lost their status this spring, then regained it following lawsuits, the uncertainty of it happening again has created fear. Some students say they’ve changed the routes they take on campus, the topics they research, an…
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Mike Huckabee Torches UK Gaza Policy: ‘Ever Heard of Dresden, PM Starmer? That Wasn’t Food You Dropped’

Breitbart News
U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee fired back at UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s criticism of Israeli operations in Gaza, invoking Britain’s World War II bombing campaign against Dresden to question the consistency of British wartime policy. The post Mi…
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Faith, family and fish – the unlikely bond between JD Vance and David Lammy

BBC News
The US vice president is beginning his UK holiday with a visit to the foreign secretary. Since when were they so close?
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UK Athletics announces BBN United for enhanced fan engagement

A Sea Of Blue
The University of Kentucky Athletics has unveiled BBN United – an innovative loyalty and membership platform and the official fan club of UK Athletics – developed and operated by fan experience leader Two Circles and UK’s longstanding multimedia rights partne…
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Little-Pengelly defends Wimbledon trip as opportunity to "champion" NI

BBC News
She issued a post on X over criticism that almost £1,000 of public money had been spent on the trip.
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Elon Musk's AI accused of making explicit AI Taylor Swift videos

BBC News
Grok Imagine’s “spicy” mode made explicit videos of Taylor Swift, according to The Verge and Gizmodo.
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Pornographic Taylor Swift deepfakes generated by Musk's Grok AI

BBC News
Grok Imagine’s “spicy” mode made explicit videos of Taylor Swift, according to The Verge and Gizmodo.
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Legality vs Reality: Could Western leaders face consequences for complicity in genocide?

TheJournal.ie
A growing number of genocide scholars have accused Israel of committing the crime of crimes in Gaza.
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'People are angry': Behind the wave of asylum hotel protests

BBC News
The BBC visits sites of protests to hear the voices of those opposed to the hotels and others in support of asylum seekers.
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Prince Andrew book seals his fate for any return

BBC News
Historian Andrew Lownie has made some unflattering claims in a book about Prince Andrew.
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Electric car prices slashed as grant scheme expands to 13 more models

Www.gov.uk
The Electric Car Grant will make owning an electric car cheaper and easier for people across the UK.
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7 Best British Crime Films Of All Time, Ranked

Thoughtcatalog.com
What do the British do better than crime films and comedies?
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UK pledges additional humanitarian support for Gaza

Www.gov.uk
International Development Minister Baroness Chapman announced further UK funding for the UN humanitarian response in Gaza.
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Jeff Buckley, Marc Bolan Music Docs, Animated ‘Boys Go To Jupiter’, Roman Polanski’s ‘An Officer And A Spy’ – Specialty Preview

Deadline
A pair of music documentaries and a live concert from Jin of BTS on his first solo tour join indie animation, a searing look at Sudan, a serial killer horror and Kristin Scott Thomas’ directorial debut at the specialty box office as independents spot another …
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New Japanese Law Will Require Apple to Allow Non-WebKit Browsers on its iPhone

Mactrast.com
Japan’s Mobile Software Competition Act will require Apple to allow non-WebKit web browsers in the iOS App Store later this year.Read More…
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Rubio: Giving Hamas statehood would be a reward for terrorism

Israelnationalnews.com
Secretary of State Marco Rubio addresses the Gaza conflict, emphasizing that Israel must determine its security strategy and criticizing international moves that have emboldened the Hamas terrorist group.
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A 36 Billion Solar Mass Black Hole Detected Thanks To Gravitational Lensing

Universe Today
Astronomers from Brazil and the UK have detected what could be the most massive black hole ever found. It’s about 36 billion solar masses, which is a stunning 10,000 times more massive than Sagittarius A*, the monstrous supermassive black hole at the heart of…
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The Pixel 6a Finally Gets Its Due: iFixit Stock-Up Comes Just in Time

Gadgethacks.com
After years of leaving Pixel 6a owners in the lurch, iFixit has finally stocked up on replacement batteries for Google’s budget darling. It’s about time, honestly—because recent battery safety recalls make this development feel almost prophetic. Through Googl…
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'An escape from feeling lonely': The Seoul 'convenience stores' fighting isolation

BBC News
From comforting bowls of ramen to company, these stores are South Korea’s latest effort to fight loneliness.
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US duty bump jolts JLR, dents Tata Motors profit in Q1

The Times of India
Jaguar Land Rover’s profitability was significantly impacted by tariffs imposed by the US, leading to a 30% drop in Tata Motors’ overall profit. Anticipated new trade deals between the US and both the UK and EU are expected to alleviate the financial strain i…
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Why Hiroshima and Nagasaki are safe to live in today

BBC News
BBC science reporter Esme Stallard explains why the radiation from the 1945 atomic bombings is undetectable.
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Americans, Be Warned: Lessons From Reddit’s Chaotic UK Age Verification Rollout

EFF
Age verification has officially arrived in the UK thanks to the Online Safety Act (OSA), a UK law requiring online platforms to check that all UK-based users are at least eighteen years old before allowing them to access broad categories of “harmful” content …
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Politicians demand GP contract controversy probe

BBC News
eHarley Street was criticised by patients, doctors and the first minister after a BBC investigation.
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Stoops, Pope and Brooks: BBN United can “make a real difference”

On3.com
UK Athletics’ aggressive approach to staying ahead in the shift of college sports with revenue-sharing started with Champions Blue LLC, and now, they’re building upon that with BBN United — an “innovative loyalty and membership platform and the official fan c…
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Fox News Politics Newsletter: Walz under fire for axe murderer's release

Fox News
Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content.
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In Swipe at UK, Huckabee Cites Allied Bombing of Dresden to Defend Israel's Gaza Genocide

Common Dreams
Amid growing international condemnation of Israel’s annihilation and starvation of Gaza—including from staunch ally Britain—U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee on Friday attempted to defend the genocidal assault on Gaza by invoking one of the most notorio…
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Cold-Pressed Apple-Based Refreshments – These New Daily Dose Juices Come in Two Options (TrendHunter.com)

Trendhunter.com
(TrendHunter.com) These new Daily Dose juices are arriving in the UK this week as a series of cold-pressed juice options perfect for helping consumers to access high-quality refreshments in an easy way. The juices…
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Friday night's anti-migrant protests in Norwich were peaceful – but anger is bubbling

Sky.com
Outside the Best Western Brook Hotel in Norwich around 300 anti-migrant protesters sang along to Sweet Caroline, Neil Diamond’s song about good times never feeling so good, but that wasn’t their message for the migrants living inside the hotel.
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rediscover 1939 mark V corniche, the long-lost car bentley and mulliner revive after 80 years

Designboom
for the first time, the car manufacturer brings the mulliner-recreated vehicle to the pebble beach concours d’elegance for monterey car week 2025. The post rediscover 1939 mark V corniche, the long-lost car bentley and mulliner revive after 80 years appeared …
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Armed Forces to mark VJ Day 80 with flypasts, music and commemorations around the world

Www.gov.uk
VJ Day 80 celebrations will include flypasts, music and commemorations across the globe.
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Israel Gaza Evacuation Deadline: Israel looks to destroy Hamas, secure hostages. Here’s complete plan

The Times of India
Israel has announced an October 7 deadline for civilians to evacuate Gaza City before launching a final military assault to eliminate Hamas and secure remaining hostages. The plan includes a full population movement south, dismantling Hamas infrastructure, an…
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China slams Israel’s plan for Gaza occupation

RT
The enclave “belongs to the Palestinian people,” FM spokesperson Lin Jian insisted, urging Israel to “stop the dangerous move at once” Read Full Article at RT.com
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Lifetime Furniture Guarantees – The Oak Furnitureland Lifetime Furniture Guarantee is Extensive (TrendHunter.com)

Trendhunter.com
(TrendHunter.com) The Oak Furnitureland Lifetime Furniture Guarantee has been launched by the UK-based brand as part of its continued commitment to offering high-quality home furnishing to consumers. The furniture…
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Standard Chartered To Apply For Hong Kong Stablecoin License In Joint Venture

Bitcoinist
Standard Chartered has partnered up with Animoca Brands and HKT to apply for a license under Hong Kong’s new stablecoin regime. Standard Chartered’s JV First To Apply For Hong Kong Stablecoin License According to a press release from Animoca Brands, the compa…
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Digging for mineral independence, UK regime change is coming and other commentary

New York Post
For the first time in 70 years, “the United States opened a rare earth mine,” reports RealClearInvestigation’s James Varney.
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Other Barks and Bites for Friday, August 8: CAFC Finds No Support for IDing ‘Type’ of Display Unit; Divided Fifth Circuit Panel Affirms Costs Award in G.I. Bro Copyright Case; and GSK to Receive $370 Million in mRNA Patent Settlement

IPWatchdog.com
This week in Other Barks & Bites: the USPTO terminates 52,000 trademark applications and registrations via sanctions; the Fifth Circuit affirms costs to Activision in a copyright case brought by former wrestler Booker T. over the dissent’s argument that the c…
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Hackers Went Looking for a Backdoor in High-Security Safes—and Now Can Open Them in Seconds

Wired
Security researchers found two techniques to crack at least eight brands of electronic safes—used to secure everything from guns to narcotics—that are sold with Securam Prologic locks.
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JD Vance mutes criticism, practices diplomacy in British visit (Natalie Allison/Washington Post)

Memeorandum.com
Natalie Allison / Washington Post: JD Vance mutes criticism, practices diplomacy in British visit  —  On a visit Friday with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, Vance showed he isn’t always an attack dog.  Sometimes, he’s a bridge builder.  —  Just now  —  CHEV…
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How One Aircraft From World Mobile Could Connect Half a Million Phone with 5G Internet | HackerNoon

hackernoon.com
World Mobile and Protelindo launch hydrogen-powered aircraft for direct-to-device telecom, challenging satellites with lower costs and emissions.
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‘Freakier Friday’ Cast and Character Guide: Who’s Who in the Long-Awaited Sequel?

TheWrap
This time around, it’s a 4-way swap The post ‘Freakier Friday’ Cast and Character Guide: Who’s Who in the Long-Awaited Sequel? appeared first on TheWrap.
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Why Apple's Browser Engine Stronghold is Cracking Under Global Pressure

Gadgethacks.com
The writing is on the wall for Apple’s iOS browser dominance, and it’s being written by regulatory bodies worldwide. For over a decade, Apple has maintained an iron grip on iPhone web browsing by forcing every browser—Chrome, Firefox, Edge, whatever—to use Sa…
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Israel rejects international criticism of Gaza City takeover plan

BBC News
Israel’s defence minister says countries that condemn Israel and threaten sanctions “will not weaken our resolve”.
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Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift romance may hit bump over old interview clip, says source

The Times of India
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s relationship has evolved into a more serious and private phase since 2023. Recent resurfaced interviews sparked buzz, but their bond remains strong. House hunting rumors suggest deeper commitment. Swift has become more open pub…
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LATAM adds support for AirTag luggage tracking via Apple’s Share Item Location

9to5Mac
Last month, we reported that, with Saudia now supporting the luggage tracking program, the official list of supported airlines had grown to 30 globally. Now, Latin America’s largest carrier is also joining in. more…
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How T‑Mobile’s New T‑Satellite Compares with Apple’s Free Satellite Features

TidBITS
T-Mobile’s new T-Satellite service brings Starlink-powered satellite communications to both iPhone and Android users, but Apple’s free satellite features likely already satisfy most iPhone users’ needs.
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U.S. FDA grants accelerated approval to Boehringer’s HERNEXEOS® as first orally administered targeted therapy for previously treated patients with HER2-mutant advanced NSCLC

Financial Post
This press release is not intended for UK media.  HERNEXEOS® (zongertinib tablets) approved based on an objective response rate of 75% (N=71), as demonstrated in the Beamion-LUNG 1 clinical trial1  Accelerated approval follows Priority Review and Breakthrough…
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R-73-Equipped Crop Duster Spotted in Ukraine

Theaviationist.com
The Zlin Z-137 Agro Turbo agricultural aircraft equipped with R-73 IR-guided air-to-air missiles might be used as a drone hunter. A short video circulating on social media shows yet another result of the Ukrainian ingenuity in the war effort, with a crop dust…
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Dying Light Real-Life Parkour Video Gets Sequel 10 Years Later

GameSpot
Back in 2015, Techland partnered with Ampisound–a popular YouTube channel that’s known for its parkour-based content–to create a video promoting Dying Light. The idea was to showcase the real-life POV of a runner trying to escape a mob of zombies across var…
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Intel gathered following HSE attack leads to dismantling of ransomware gang

The Irish Times
Operation targeted international group said to be responsible for ‘serious ransomware attacks’
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'It was my fate to keep on living': How one man survived two nuclear attacks

ABC News (AU)
There are not many people that have survived a nuclear attack. Tsutomu Yamaguchi is the only person that officially survived two.
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Android Circuit: Pixel 10 Pro Details, New OnePlus Design, Google’s Latest Pixel Promotion

Forbes
This week’s Android headlines; Pixel 10 Pro design, Pixel 9 special offers, Galaxy S26’s Exynos leak, OnePlus’ new design, NextPipe’s Android Auto update, and more…
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Mike Huckabee: US ambassador to Israel says UK would have lost WW2 with Starmer as leader

BBC News
Mike Huckabee’s comments come after the UK prime minister condemned Israel’s Gaza City military takeover plan.
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US diplomat says UK would have lost WW2 with Starmer as leader

BBC News
Mike Huckabee’s comments come after the UK prime minister condemned Israel’s Gaza City military takeover plan.
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Sam Greene can be ‘tone-setter’ for Kentucky’s defense

On3.com
USC EDGE transfer Sam Greene became Kentucky’s first of many transfer portal commitments in the offseason when the DMV native committed to the Cats on Dec. 14 just one week after entering free agency. The former top-500 recruit did not wait long to make a spl…
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LAMB OF GOD, JUDAS PRIEST, NEVERMORE & More Booked For Bloodstock Open Air 2026

Metal Injection.net
Plus Slaughter To Prevail, Biohazard, Cryptopsy, 200 Stab Wounds, and more. The post LAMB OF GOD, JUDAS PRIEST, NEVERMORE & More Booked For Bloodstock Open Air 2026 appeared first on Metal Injection.
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The Polari Prize for LGBTQ+ Literature Faces Pushback Over Nomination of Self-Described TERF

Pajiba.com
The Polari Prize is an annual literary prize in the UK dedicated to LGBTQ+ literature. Founded in 2011, it has celebrated writers like Kirsty Logan, Julia Armfield, and Joelle Taylor. Among its longlisted nominees for the prize in fiction is… Read more…
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Adorable Electric Microlino Nearly Somersaults In Emergency Brake Test

Jalopnik
It’s adorable, at least until you slam on the brakes.
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SharpLink Bets Big On Ethereum: $200M Raised To Deepen ETH Exposure

newsBTC
SharpLink Gaming has announced a $200 million capital raise aimed at expanding its Ethereum treasury. As ETH solidifies its role as programmable money and a yield-bearing asset through staking, SharpLink is betting big on its long-term potential. The raise po…
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Two sneaky viruses may be messing with honeybee flight

New Scientist
The deformed wing and sacbrood viruses were thought to cause asymptomatic infections in adult bees. But the viruses make the insects fly slower and faster than normal, respectively
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Emirates Cup Match Preview, Predicted Line-up and Score Prediction: Arsenal vs Athletic Club

Just Arsenal News
Arsenal will participate in their final friendly game of pre-season when they take on Athletic Club on Saturday 9th August. The encounter will mark the club’s last game before the top-flight campaign commences next week. Arsenal come into the clash off the ba…
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Father of Israeli hostage calls for Palestinian recognition

ABC News (AU)
Nimrod Cohen was taken hostage on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched its deadly attacks on Israel. His family fears he will become collateral if the international community does not put more pressure on Israel to end the war in Gaza.
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Kneecap’s Vienna concert cancelled due to ‘safety concerns’

The Irish Times
Rap trio apologise to fans, saying the decision is ‘out of our hands’
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You can double your weight loss by ditching this cancer-causing food from your diet: study

New York Post
Looking to double down on weight loss? A new study says ditching this cancer-causing food group can help shed stubborn pounds.
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THE BATMAN – PART II Script Said To Be A "Big Swing" That Will Introduce Robin To The BatVerse

CBM (Comic Book Movie)
According to a new rumor, Matt Reeve’s script for The Batman – Part II will introduce a new take on The Dark Knight’s sidekick, Robin the Boy Wonder…
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Royal Society to adopt subscribe-to-open model for eight journals next year

Techpinions.com
The UK Royal Society is set to convert eight of its journals to the “subscribe to open” (S2O) publishing model starting next year. The not-for-profit publisher, which produces ten titles including the world’s first peer-reviewed journals, made the announcemen…
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These 7 seaside towns are perfect for a day trip from London by train

National Geographic
In sunny weather, what could be better than escaping London to lie on a beach? But days at the seaside aren’t just the reserve of summer — at these lively towns, there’s plenty to see and do, even in the colder months.
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NYT Op-Ed Pushes “New Definition of Death” So We Can Harvest More Organs

Activistpost.com
An op-ed in the New York Times is calling for a “new definition of death” so that we can increase the number of available donor organs. I’m not exaggerating, it’s right there in the headline: Donor Organs Are Too Rare. We Need a New Definition of Death. Somet…
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