Do these jobs pose higher ovarian cancer risk?: Tech & Science Daily podcast

Hair salons could reopen in April 2021
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Research suggests women in certain professions including hairdressers, beauticians and accountants ‘may be at higher risk of ovarian cancer’.

Researchers in Canada said those found to have a higher risk were also more likely to be exposed to a number of “agents” including things like cosmetic talc, ammonia, hydrogen peroxide, polyester fibres and bleaches.

The team admitted that further research is needed to assess potential hazards for female workers.

In a staff blog post, Tumblr bosses have revealed their plans for improving the platform.

They plan to redesign the website, and make it easier to use, ensure it has high quality content, retain and grow its creator base, and improve its performance, stability and quality.

The House of Lords has voted in favour of bringing changes to the Online Safety Bill to prevent platforms from being designed to push harmful content.

Crossbench peer Baroness Kidron claimed that social media companies needed to be prevented from using algorithms or other mechanisms to push children towards harmful content.

A volcano has erupted just 20 miles from Iceland’s biggest airport.

Mount Fagradalsfjall near Iceland's capital Reykjavik, erupted after intense earthquake activity, and officials in the area said on Monday that there was no imminent hazard to people in the region.

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