's patents on two genes linked to increased risk of breast and ovarian cancer say patent protection should not be given to something that can be found inside the human body.

NPR: Can Human Genes Be Patented? Utah Firm At US Court

Not everything can be said to be going wrong, given the bounciness of the economy.

ECONOMIST: Poland's awkward government

If someone tries to blackmail a software company by threatening to expose a bug then let them sue, but saying that full details can only be given to trusted insiders is surely not acceptable.

BBC: How digital Armageddon was averted

If the product or service can be obtained from a source that is not subject to a conflict of interest, that source should be given preference.

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The BDA does not accredit a toothpaste for a whitening claim alone but accreditation can be given to toothpastes that demonstrate effective cleaning alongside dental health benefits.

BBC: Whitening toothpastes 'don't work'

Deposit holders who do not want the bonds will be given bank certificates that they can use to buy big ticket items such as properties and cars.

BBC: Argentina bank freeze partly lifted

Given where nanotechnology is headed, it's not inconceivable that they can someday be shrunk down to flea size to power injectable sensors and miniature medical devices.

FORBES: Pip-squeak Power Plant

The Russian government has yet to be given an explanation for the expulsion and it is not known whether Mr Harding can appeal against the decision.

BBC: Government 'deplores' restrictions on press in Russia

This is hardly surprising, given that an emergency descent can be terrifying if you do not why it is happening or how it is going to end.

BBC: What to do when planes lose pressure