Pakistan astronauts Muhammad Zeeshan Ali and Khurram Daud are selected for China's space program. They will train in China. One astronaut may join a future mission to the Tiangong space station. This marks a significant step for Pakistan's space exploration. It highlights growing cooperation between China and Pakistan. China's space program welcomes international participation.

Teenage health struggles inspired Surbhi Sarna to revolutionize ovarian cancer detection. Her startup, nVision Medical, developed a minimally invasive device targeting fallopian tubes, a key origin point for many cancers. This innovation, validated by the FDA, led to a $275 million acquisition by Boston Scientific, offering new hope for early diagnosis and improved survival rates for women globally.

Science reveals sound significantly impacts our food experience, influencing taste perception and enjoyment. Researchers found high-pitched sounds enhance sweetness, while low tones amplify bitterness. Tempo affects eating speed, and volume can alter food choices. This crossmodal connection, where the brain links sound with flavour, is already shaping restaurant experiences.

A new plant-based scalp serum from Taipei shows promising early results for hair regrowth. Researchers found that volunteers using the formula for eight weeks saw improvements in hair density and thickness. This topical treatment offers a faster alternative to existing options. While more extensive trials are needed, this development is exciting for millions experiencing hair loss.

New research suggests air pollution, including traffic emissions and dust, significantly increases migraine frequency. Both immediate and long-term exposure to pollutants like PM10, PM2.5, and nitrogen dioxide are linked to more severe migraine activity. Climate factors such as heat and humidity can worsen these effects, prompting calls for integrated environmental risk factor guidance for migraine sufferers.