Chinese scientists unveil bone glue that repairs fractures in minutes
Beijing: Chinese researchers have announced the development of a medical bone glue capable of repairing fractures and shattered bone fragments in as little as three minutes, a breakthrough long considered the “holy grail” of orthopaedic medicine.
According to Global Times, the adhesive, named “Bone-02,” was unveiled on September 10 by a team in Zhejiang Province. Dr Lin Xianfeng, associate chief orthopaedic surgeon at Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital and the project’s lead, said the inspiration came from observing oysters attaching themselves to underwater structures.
According to Lin, the glue achieves fixation within two to three minutes, even in blood-rich environments. It is naturally absorbed by the body as the bone heals and eliminates the need for surgical removal.
Laboratory and clinical trials have reportedly demonstrated both safety and efficacy. In one case, fractures were stabilized in under 180 seconds which is far quicker than conventional procedures that often require steel plates and screws. State media reported that more than 150 patients have already undergone successful treatment using the adhesive.
The product also showed strong mechanical performance, with glued bones able to withstand over 400 pounds of force, a shear strength of 0.5 MPa, and a compressive strength of about 10 MPa. Researchers say this could eventually replace metal implants, reducing the risk of infections and complications.
While bone cements and fillers are already in use, none offer true adhesive properties.
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3 Indians arrested in Canada for shooting outside home
Ottawa (PTI): Three Indian nationals have been arrested by Canadian police on an anti-extortion patrol and charged after bullets were fired at a home.
Harjot Singh (21), Taranveer Singh (19) and Dayajeet Singh Billing (21) face one count each of discharging a firearm, and all have been remanded in custody until Thursday, the Surrey Police Service (SPS) said in a statement on Monday.
The suspects were arrested by patrol officers after an early morning report of shots fired and a small fire outside a home in Surrey's Crescent Beach neighbourhood, the LakelandToday reported.
On February 1, 2026, the SPS members were patrolling in Surrey’s Crescent Beach neighbourhood when reports came in of shots being fired and a small fire outside a residence near Crescent Road and 132 Street.
The three accused were arrested by SPS officers a short time later, the statement said.
SPS’s Major Crime Section took over the investigation, and the three men have now been charged with Criminal Code offences, it said.
All three have been charged with one count each of discharging a firearm into a place contrary to section 244.2(1)(a) of the Criminal Code.
The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges may be forthcoming. All three have been remanded in custody until February 5, 2026.
The SPS has confirmed they are all foreign nationals and has engaged the Canada Border Services Agency, it said.
One of the suspects suffered injuries, including two black eyes, the media report said.
Surrey police Staff Sgt. Lindsey Houghton said on Monday that the suspect had refused to comply with instructions to get out of the ride-share vehicle and started to "actively resist."
"As we were trained, he was taken to the ground and safely handcuffed," said Houghton.
A second suspect with a black eye was also injured in the arrest after refusing to comply, Houghton said.
The arresting officers were part of Project Assurance, an initiative that patrols neighbourhoods that have been targeted by extortion violence.
Houghton said the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is also involved because the men are foreign nationals, and the trio may face additional charges.
It's not clear if the men are in the country on tourist visas, a study permit, or a work permit, but Houghton said CBSA has started its own investigation into the men's status.
Surrey has seen a number of shootings at homes and businesses over the last several months, but there's been an escalation since the new year.
