A meticulously researched new book charts the rise of evidence-based medicine and the scientists who championed clinical trials despite resistance from the medical establishment. The work shows how randomised trials transformed both healthcare and social policy. The review was published in Nature on 13 July 2026.
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Andoni Iraola held his first press conference as Liverpool head coach, outlining his preferred style of play, transfer plans and vision for the club. The new manager described the atmosphere around Liverpool as "magic" as he addressed expectations in his new role.
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Microbiologist Linda Guamán sought to serve her country during the COVID-19 pandemic but became entangled in a political controversy over coronavirus testing. She was arrested and faced the prospect of years in prison. After a four-year court battle, she ultimately prevailed, according to a report published by Nature on 13 July 2026.
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The animated superhero series "Invincible," created by Robert Kirkman and featuring the voice cast of Steven Yeun and J.K. Simmons, has been confirmed for a sixth season. The show has earned praise for its brutal fights, complex characters and grounded storytelling. No release date or plot details for Season 6 have been announced yet.
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A YouTuber created a series of videos showing how the world around us transforms moment by moment, using 100,000 photographs taken over an extended period. The ambitious project came at a cost — two of his bicycles were stolen during the process. The resulting videos offer a unique visual perspective on the passage of time.
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Dutch semiconductor-equipment manufacturer ASML reported its second-quarter 2026 results on Wednesday, kicking off the tech earnings season in Europe. Analysts projected a 15% year-over-year rise in earnings per share. ASML is Europe's largest semiconductor equipment supplier and a key bellwether for the global chip industry.
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The EU and the UK have announced new sanctions against Russia over an alleged "vast cyber campaign" targeting European countries, including acts described as sabotage and espionage. France will summon Russia's ambassador as part of the coordinated diplomatic response. The sanctions are among the latest measures taken by Western nations against Russian hybrid warfare operations.
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Denis Kapustin, founder of the Russian Volunteer Corps fighting on Ukraine's side, says Russian society is living in anticipation of an approaching catastrophe. He claims social tensions in Russia are rising and that Putin intends to announce a new mobilisation in autumn 2026. Kapustin points to multiple signs of Kremlin military preparations as evidence.
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs posted their first positive week since May, breaking a lengthy streak of outflows, with Ethereum ETFs also turning green. The turnaround signals renewed investor interest, but analysts warn that the coming week's macroeconomic data will likely determine crypto's near-term direction.
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Sony's decision to abandon physical discs has handed lawyers fighting the "Fair PlayStation" consumer campaign a powerful new argument. Consumer groups already had concerns about Sony's practices on the PlayStation platform, and the removal of disc support has strengthened their case. The dispute centres on consumers' rights over digitally purchased games.
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Dr Grzegorz Faran, an emergency medicine physician, tells oko.press that the planned healthcare reform focuses on queue management and capping doctors' salaries rather than fixing systemic failures. He compares the ambulance service to "a drain where everything flows that isn't handled properly at other stages." The interview comes amid the scandal at Warsaw's Szpital Południowy hospital.
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Russia has suspended navigation on the Sea of Azov after Ukrainian drones struck more than 100 vessels of its so-called shadow fleet within less than a week. The strikes have severely disrupted Russian maritime operations in the region. Commentators are describing the situation as a continuing humiliation for Moscow.
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"Marry Me" chicken orzo is a quick one-pan dish made with diced chicken breast, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, chilli flakes, cream and Parmesan. The dry orzo is cooked directly in hot stock for 12–15 minutes until it absorbs all the liquid, then cream, Parmesan and spinach or basil are stirred in. Serve with extra Parmesan on top.
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After the opening of the S1 expressway and the Węgierska Górka bypass in late 2024, driving south through Europe was expected to become much easier. However, just a few kilometres beyond the Polish-Slovak border, drivers are running into serious traffic bottlenecks on the Slovak side, a problem now widely discussed in Poland. Slovakia has not built adequate infrastructure to handle the traffic generated by the new Polish road.
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Beach parking in Sicily costs as little as around 20 PLN (roughly €5), compared to up to 120 PLN at popular Polish seaside spots. Sicily draws visitors with its beaches, historic monuments and sunny weather, but low prices add to its appeal. The stark price difference highlights the cost advantage of Italian island destinations over Polish coastal resorts.
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On 13 July, presenter Paulina Krupińska hosted the morning edition of "Dzień Dobry TVN" alongside Damian Michałowski wearing a pink dress with black polka dots. The retro polka-dot print is making a comeback as a popular summer style. Krupińska showed how the classic pattern works well in modern, lightweight outfits.
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Former Polish international Robert Warzycha has tipped France to win the World Cup, praising the team's exceptional squad depth and calling them the side with "two equally strong line-ups." The semi-finals will see France face Spain and England take on Argentina. Warzycha said none of the semi-finalists came as a surprise and praised the overall quality of the tournament.
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Jay-Z performed at Yankee Stadium in a sprawling "Extra Innings" concert that lasted until 3 a.m. The show's start was severely delayed due to overcrowding at the venue. Beyoncé, Rihanna, Pharrell, Clipse and Usher all made guest appearances on stage.
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The EU is proposing to legally ban children under 13 from social media apps, giving enforceable weight to an age limit that currently exists in name only. Teenagers aged 13 to 17 would receive "phased and gradual access" under the plan. The proposal targets platforms that have long failed to enforce their own minimum age requirements.
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The UK government has stated that an Iran-backed proxy group is responsible for recent arson and vandalism attacks on Jewish sites across Britain. In response, London has banned Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The move represents a significant escalation in Britain's stance toward Iranian activities on its soil.
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A UK government-backed roadmap on asset tokenization could boost annual economic output by as much as $44 billion by 2035, according to a new report. The plan calls for the country's first digital gilt to be issued by early 2027. Tokenized bonds would also be made usable for trading and as collateral for borrowing.
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Marcin Kawiński, deputy Polish Financial Ombudsman, is calling for new rules that would prohibit intermediaries from selling policies issued by insurers known to have systemic claims-handling failures. The proposal comes in the wake of the Gefion and DallBogg scandals, where customers bought cheap third-party liability policies but struggled to receive payouts. Kawiński argues that low premiums should not be the sole selection criterion for insurance.
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