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August 26, 2026 · New Scientist

Misinformation about egg freezing is rife. Here's what to know
As elective egg freezing increases in popularity among young Australian women, so does conflicting information and misle
How the Black Summer fires failed to shift Australians’ climate views
The Black Summer fires that burnt 24 million hectares, killed at least 33 people and destroyed 3000 homes did not shift
Daughter of late House Dem loses runoff bid to finish father's term
Marcye Scott fell short against former Gwinnett County school board chairman Everton Blair in her bid to finish the fina
Nepal flash floods carry away bridge in seconds as at least 17 killed
Authorities in both countries brace for more casualties and worse damage
LSU community honors baseball legend Skip Bertman
The LSU community gathered Tuesday night at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center to celebrate the life and legacy of legend