New blood test checks for Alzheimer’s and assesses progression, study says
Procedure for patients with thinking and memory problems could help medics decide which drugs are most suitable
Nicola Davis Science correspondent
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/mar/31/new-blood-test-checks-alzheimers-assesses-progression?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other

Icelandic town and Blue Lagoon spa evacuated after volcanic eruption
Those who have not already left Grindavík warned nearby eruption could be much bigger than previous 10 since 2021
Miranda Bryant Nordic correspondent
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/apr/01/grindavik-iceland-and-blue-lagoon-thermal-spa-evacuated-after-volcanic-eruption

Rightwing groups across US push new bans to limit ‘obscene’ books in libraries
Critics say bans would hinder rights as proponents would impose their beliefs on others who don’t share their views
Eric Berger
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/01/new-book-bans-library-schools

A tower topped with a pangolin! The Oxford university building inspired by Tolkien … and the pandemic
A chubby, rhubarb and custard-coloured tower bedecked with anteaters and moles make a fun neighbour to the city’s dreaming spires. It’s left some locals lost for words
Oliver Wainwright
https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2025/apr/01/a-tower-topped-with-a-pangolin-the-oxford-university-building-inspired-by-tolkien-and-the-pandemic

Myanmar earthquake: China and others step into aid gap left by Trump cuts
US president accused of blowing up country’s ability to respond to disasters by removing funding
Kate Lamb, Rebecca Ratcliffe and Joseph Gedeon
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/mar/31/myanmar-earthquake-us-slow-to-act-as-other-countries-step-in

What’s the difference between all the various paprikas?
This versatile spice has long outgrown its Spanish and Hungarian roots to bring richness, warmth, colour and flavour to a host of dishes
Anna Berrill
https://www.theguardian.com/food/2025/apr/01/whats-the-difference-paprikas-kitchen-aide-anna-berrill

With Indigenous food hub, barbecue spot in works, chef Sean Sherman expands his vision
The chef behind Owamni recently purchased the Co-op Creamery Building on Franklin Avenue where he is working to scale up a kitchen to supply Indigenous foods to schools, hospitals and other institutions.
by Macy-Châu Diễm Trần
https://sahanjournal.com/business-work/sean-sherman-minneapolis-indigenous-barbecue-restaurant/

Hooters restaurant chain files for bankruptcy protection
Founded in 1983, the restaurant known for waitresses in skimpy outfits has run into financial difficulties lately
Associated Press
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/01/hooters-restaurant-bankruptcy

The Last of Us to Dying for Sex: 11 of the best TV shows to watch this
Caryn James
https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20250331-11-best-tv-shows-to-watch-in-april

For us, by us: 15 great trans movies made by trans filmmakers
Mey Rude | 03/31/25
https://www.out.com/film/best-trans-films-made-by-trans-filmmakers#rebelltitem1

Coyote vs Acme: $70m Looney Tunes film to be released after being canned by Warner Bros
Live-action animated film starring John Cena and Will Forte will hit cinemas in 2026, after it was controversially shelved in favour of a $30m tax write-down
Sian Cain and agencies
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/apr/01/coyote-vs-acme-70m-looney-tunes-film-to-be-released-after-being-canned-by-warner-bros

‘Remarkable’ Bletchley Park code breaker Betty Webb dies aged 101
Veteran lauded for helping preserve history and legacy as well as vital role played during second world war
Jamie Grierson
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/apr/01/remarkable-bletchley-park-code-breaker-betty-webb-dies-aged-101