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AI is starting to see migraine as more than just a headache
Researchers used artificial intelligence and genetic data from more than 43,000 people to identify biological patterns that could reshape how one of the world’s most common neurological disorders is diagnosed and treated.
Estonia moves to protect youth’s mental health in the digital age
Estonia joins Europe's youth online-safety push—but chooses expert-led prevention over a blanket social-media ban.
'We are guarding Germans, Belgians': Latvia stops 28 migrants from Belarus after tunnel discovery
Latvia has been experiencing a rise in irregular migration in recent months, something that European leaders call a hybrid attack by Aliaksandr Lukashenka’s regime
“I wanna try it so bad”: How TikTok shapes what teenagers eat — and the role parents can play
TikTok trends are influencing what teenagers eat, from viral restaurant dishes and fast food to recipes and influencer diets.
Unstable hours, unequal health: The hidden health cost of unpredictable work
For workers, unpredictable schedules may be more than an inconvenience. New research suggests that large swings in working hours are associated with poorer health — but the effects differ sharply between men and women.
The border frontline: Latvia faces migrants, drones and war fears
Latvia, on the European Union and NATO’s eastern frontier, is stepping up border security as it faces renewed pressure from irregular migration, drone incursions and the growing threat posed by Russia and Belarus.
Gut viruses are evolving new tricks to beat bacteria — and could help fight superbugs
Scientists have found that some viruses can deliberately generate genetic diversity to evade bacterial defences, offering a potential new clue for developing treatments when antibiotics fail.
Trump’s vaccine overhaul could fuel mistrust and leave Europe vulnerable to disease resurgence
The fallout from US President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at reducing the number of universally recommended childhood immunisations could extend beyond the United States, fuelling vaccine mistrust and creating immunisation gaps.
How to protect your eyes while watching the solar eclipse
As thousands of people prepare to watch a solar eclipse on 12 August, eye-health experts are urging viewers to use proper protective eyewear to avoid potentially serious damage to their vision.
Mosquitoes have favourites — and each species has its own
Different mosquito species prefer different people. Understanding what makes some people “mosquitoe magnets” could help scientists develop new ways to combat mosquito-borne diseases.
Why one smoker gets cancer and another doesn't: a study provides clues
For the first time scientists provided evidence on the effect genetic makeup has on developing cancer, underscoring the need to take personalised care into account.
Latvia becomes Lukashenka's latest pressure point for the EU
Belarus has shifted migrant routes towards Latvia's border, forcing Riga to call on its neighbours for support as the Baltic state heads into an election campaign.
Baltic states summon Russian envoys over false deportation claims
Lithuania and Estonia have said the Kremlin has been spreading false claims about deportations of Russian speakers from Baltic states in an attempt to distract from its large-scale attacks on cities and other civilian targets in Ukraine.