Sci-Tech | Mar 23

How scientists in Japan bred mice with two fathers

Mar 23 (DW News) - Scientists in Japan have taken a small but important step that raises the prospect of same-sex couples producing biological children together.

The technology has used skin cells from male mice to make Female egg cells, potentially opening up new possibilities in reproductive medicine. ...continue reading


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A cherry tree located at one of Kyoto's busiest pedestrian streets, Sanneizaka, a main pathway to Kiyomizu Temple, suddenly fell at 11:45 AM on Tuesday, trapping a school teacher beneath.

The biannual Spring Garden Party, hosted by the Emperor and Empress, took place at Tokyo's Akasaka Imperial Garden on Tuesday, with Princess Aiko gracing the event, warmly engaging with the guests.

The site of the former Tsukiji Market is set for a major transformation, including a stadium with a capacity of 50,000 people and a launch pad for flying cars.

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