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Drug slows cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s patients, study reveals

Antibody therapy lecanemab removes clumps of protein called beta amyloid that builds up in brain

The Guardian - UK

Humans v nature: our long and destructive journey to the age of extinction

The story of the damage done to the world’s biodiversity is a tale of decline spanning thousands of years. Can the world seize its chance to change the narrative?

The Guardian - UK

COP27 roundup: what went wrong and what happens next

COP27, the latest UN climate change summit which was held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, has been condemned for failing to summon an adequate response to the escalating climate crisis. Negotiators did manage to preserve a commitment made in Paris in 2015 to limit global warming to 1.5°C. But emissions of…

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‘Highly disturbing’ study finds mental health issues rising among young people

A sample of almost 13,000 young people across England who were in Year 11 in 2021 also found differences in the mental health of different genders.

The Independent UK

COP27 will be remembered as a failure – here's what went wrong

Billed as “Africa’s COP”, the 27th UN climate change summit (otherwise known as COP27) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, was expected to promote climate justice, as this is the continent most affected but least responsible for the climate crisis. Negotiations for a fund that would compensate developing countries for the loss…

The Conversation

The big takeaway from Cop27? These climate conferences just aren’t working

We need something smaller, leaner and fully focused on the crisis at hand, says Bill McGuire, Prof Emeritus of Geophysical & Climate Hazards at UCL

The Guardian - UK

Cold comfort: the science of staying warm in the energy crisis

Bills will cause many to think twice about turning on the heating this winter. How does the body adapt to cold – and will wearing a hat really help?

The Guardian - UK

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UCL academics criticise use of agency workers to replace striking security staff

University and College Union expresses concern at what it says appear to be intimidatory tactics

The Guardian - UK

University College London security staff begin strike over pay

Union representatives claim UCL has tried to thwart the industrial action by hiring agency workers

The Guardian - UK

We've been studying the same people for 76 years – this is what we’ve found out about Alzheimer’s disease

This article is part of the Insight’s Uncharted Brain series.

The Conversation

The 1.5C climate target is dead – to prevent total catastrophe, Cop27 must admit it

Acknowledging that climate breakdown is unavoidable is key to making fossil-fuel companies and governments take action, says Bill McGuire, professor emeritus of geophysical and climate hazards at UCL

The Guardian - UK

Climate maps let UK voters see impact of crisis in their area

UCL interactive maps show rise in temperatures over last century, predicted rise by 2080, and future flooding risks

The Guardian - UK

Newcastle United transfer could 'appeal' to £87m-rated 'target' linked to Arsenal and Man City

Mykhaylo Mudryk has been linked to Newcastle United with Shakhtar Donetsk winger has impressed in the Champions League and he is also said to be interesting Arsenal and Man City

Chronicle Live

Students launch mass lawsuit against UK universities that charged full fees during Covid lockdowns and strikes

The students are seeking compensation for what they say was a sub-par educational experience

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Covid won't stop Christmas this year say experts - despite emergence of two new variants

A sore throat is also listed as most common current symptom of the virus

The Guardian - UK

Security workers at UCL to strike over pay and union recognition

Outsourced staff with Independent Workers’ Union of Great Britain want £15 an hour – the rate paid 22 years ago

Sports Illustrated

Atlético Madrid Knocked Out of UCL After Bizarre Stoppage-Time Drama

The Spanish club saw its hopes for advancing come to an end in gut-wrenching fashion.

The Guardian - UK

Young people to be prescribed surfing and dancing by NHS to help anxiety

Study to assess if ‘social prescribing’ such as surfing or rollerskating can stop conditions worsening while on waiting lists

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The Guardian - UK

Letters: break the silence on child abuse

For decades, society has turned a deaf ear to the suffering of children at the hands of abusive adults. Enough is enough

The Guardian - UK

Scientists develop more accurate predictive test for cervical cancer

Test created by UCL and Innsbruck University also detects DNA markers for breast, womb and ovarian cancer

Daily Mirror

King Charles hires law professor as he 'prepares to slim down British monarchy'

Charles is said to have hired Dr John Sorabji, a law lecturer at University College London (UCL), as part of the monarch's new team

Dynamite News

Lifestyle: Study Suggests How Talking Therapies Can Benefit People With Dementia

A new study headed by UCL academics revealed that people living with dementia who suffer from anxiety or despair may benefit from talking therapies provided on the NHS. Read more on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

Talking therapies could improve mental health of people with dementia – study

Scientists say their findings support the use of these practices to treat anxiety and depression in people with the condition.

The Guardian - UK

Former UCL academic to pay damages after harassing colleague for months

Christopher Backhouse falsely portrayed Erica Smith as a sex worker and signed her up for far-right groups and fetish websites

The Independent UK

Parents urged to ensure children are up to date with vaccinations

Figures show vaccine coverage fell in 13 out of the 14 routine vaccination programmes for children up to five years old in England in 2021-22.

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