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Doctors pull live 8cm parasitic worm from Aussie woman’s brain

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This unprecedented occurrence, believed to be the world’s first recorded instance of a live worm inhabiting the human brain, has raised questions about zoonotic infections and the significance of food handling practices.

In what’s believed to be a world first, doctors in Australia have found an 8-centimetre or 3-inch live parasitic worm living in a 64-yr-old woman’s brain.

The surgeon who removed the worm said: “”I’ve only come across worms using my not-so-good gardening skills… I find them terrifying and this is not something I deal with at all.”

The discovery prompted a swift investigation into the identity of the parasite. Collaborating with an animal parasitology expert from a nearby governmental scientific research agency, Canberra Hospital infectious disease expert Sanjaya Senanayake unveiled the creature’s true nature.

The live worm was identified as Ophidascaris robertsi, a roundworm commonly found in pythons.

The patient resided in proximity to a lake area inhabited by carpet pythons in southeastern New South Wales.

Although she hadn’t directly interacted with these reptiles, it is speculated that the woman ingested the roundworm through the consumption of foraged Warrigal greens, a native leafy vegetable.

A snake’s faeces could have potentially contaminated the vegetation, leading to cross-contamination during cooking or consumption.

The patient’s ailment initially presented as abdominal pain and diarrhoea, evolving into a persistent dry cough, fever, and night sweats. Over time, her symptoms escalated to include forgetfulness and depression, prompting her referral to a hospital in the Australian capital.

Senanayake highlighted the broader implications of zoonotic infections, underscoring the encroachment of human habitats into animal territories.

The incident emphasises the increasing opportunities for interactions between humans, domestic animals, and wildlife, potentially leading to the transmission of diseases.

Senanayake cautioned that while the Ophidascaris infection does not transmit between humans, the prevalence of zoonotic infections, such as coronaviruses, necessitates greater vigilance.

The incident serves as a reminder of the risks associated with foraging and the importance of maintaining hygienic practices.

Proper hand hygiene and thorough washing of foraged materials used in cooking or salads are crucial to prevent contamination.

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Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing immediately

Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, raising concerns over arms race and global safety

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– Trump ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, risking global tensions and retaliation from other nations.
– Proliferation concerns are rising as nuclear states modernise arsenals and the New START Treaty nears expiration.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing immediately, aiming to align with testing programs from other countries according to the conversation.Resuming explosive nuclear tests would likely trigger retaliatory responses from nuclear-armed nations like Russia and China, worsening the arms race and increasing global risks.

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The potential for worldwide radioactive fallout remains high, even for underground tests. The Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, signed by 187 states, prohibits such testing, yet the US remains a signatory without ratification, bound not to violate the treaty’s intent.

Nuclear weapon testing, once crucial for understanding weapon effects and military planning, has diminished. Since World War II, nuclear tests have largely focused on developing new designs. Significant environmental and health concerns led to a moratorium on atmospheric testing in the early 1960s and the Partial Test Ban Treaty in 1963.

Many countries, including the US, stopped explosive testing in the 1990s. Technological advancements allowed nations to develop nuclear weapons without the need for actual explosions.

Proliferation Risks

Nuclear proliferation continues, with all nine nuclear-armed states investing heavily in modernising their arsenals. This raises concerns about lowered thresholds for using such weapons.

Recent conflicts involving nuclear threats have escalated, and the number of nuclear weapons operationally available has begun to rise again. Russia has tested advanced nuclear weapons, while China is rapidly expanding its military capabilities.

The New START Treaty, which confines the nuclear capabilities of the US and Russia, is set to expire soon, with no successor treaty negotiations underway.

The Doomsday Clock has moved closer to midnight this year, highlighting the heightened dangers facing the world today.

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US–China trade talks are a handshake, not a deal

Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

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Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.


Presidents Trump and Xi extend their tariff truce in an informal meeting, with US cuts and Chinese promises on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX cautions this is unofficial and deeper issues between the two super powers remain.

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Markets cautious as rate cut hopes fade

Central banks ease rate cut hopes amid inflation and wobbling tech stocks; markets adjust to Fed’s new stance.

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Central banks ease rate cut hopes amid inflation and wobbling tech stocks; markets adjust to Fed’s new stance.


Central banks pull back on rate cut expectations as tech stocks wobble and inflation pressures persist. Markets adjust cautiously to the Fed’s new tone.

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