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Christmas Fund: How I Can For Kids feeds hungry children when school is out
There are children in Calgary who depend on school nutritional programs to stay fed throughout the week, but when school is out for the summer they lose access to food.That’s when I Can For K…
The Environmental Catastrophe in Your Joint
“Trespass grows,” which feed the marijuana black market, do great damage to the planet.
Chronic Pain Is an Impossible Problem
A “safe” alternative to opioid painkillers turns out to be not so safe.
Dozens of States Want to Keep America’s Broken Climate Promise
States still aiming to meet U.S. climate commitments will reduce emissions 20 to 27 percent below their all-time high by 2025, a new report card shows.
Roscrea hero Pádraig O’Reachtagáin is ‘Dentist of the Year Award 2019’ recipient
Dr O'Reachtagáin helps woman escape from violent domestic abuse
Greta Thunberg highlights indigenous struggle at UN climate summit
Activists argue that their communities contribute almost none of fossil fuels emissions driving climate change
Boy oh boy! Twin male pandas charm Berlin zoo
Little ones were born at the zoo in August but in keeping with Chinese tradition they were only named after 100 days
WATCH: Death toll rises after sudden volcano eruption in New Zealand
'Whakaari', as it is known in Maori, is New Zealand’s most active cone volcano
"High-tech was a supreme toys-for-the-boys moment"
Continuing our high-tech architecture series, Catherine Slessor looks at how the women in Team 4 helped shape the narrative of the movement.
Vollebak designs jacket that lets the wearer sleep in space
Experimental clothing brand Vollebak's Deep Sleep Cocoon jacket is designed to allow people to sleep anywhere, including in space.
Chop-your-own Christmas trees: Dutch park makes festive free offer
HOGE VELUWE, Netherlands: A national park in the Netherlands is making an unusual offer to visitors this holiday season: come and chop down your own Christmas tree - for free.
Ministry launches initiative to sort wastes at source in hospitals, health centers
Doha: The General Services Affairs Sector at the Ministry of Municipality and Environmental (MME) in cooperation with the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has launched a programme for sorting wastes at source and recycling it at the headquarters of the Ministry of Public Health and health centres run by the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC).
Beleaguered DR Congo rainforest attacked on all sides
Kisangani, DR Congo: Lush rainforest covers millions of hectares of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a central part of Earth's natural defence against global warming -- but it is under severe threat from a perfect storm of mismanagement and corruption.
One critically injured as popular New Zealand volcano erupts
Wellington - At least one person was left in a critical condition when New Zealand's White Island volcano erupted suddenly on Monday, leaving authorities scrambling to treat the injured and find those unaccounted for.
At Least 16 People Dead in Uganda Floods
Kampala - Flooding in Uganda has claimed at least 16 lives, the Red Cross said, as the region reels from weeks of rain.
Aster Medical Centre expands with plastic surgery department
Doha: As part of an initiative to expand its services, Aster Medical Centre, a division of Aster OM Healthcare, the largest private healthcare network in the country, has announced the opening of outpatient consultancy in plastic surgery.
Study reveals how Diabetes drug promotes healthy aging
Washington - Doctors commonly prescribe metformin to help people with type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar levels. The drug increases insulin sensitivity through its effects on glucose metabolism.
Five dead as popular New Zealand volcano erupts
Wellington - The death toll from an eruption at the popular White Island volcano in New Zealand has risen to five with many others injured, police said Monday.
5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano
The island has seen an uptick in volcanic activity in the past few weeks
Honey, I Grew the Economy
Innovation experts have long overlooked where a lot of innovation actually happens. The personal computer, the mountain bike, the…
Bald patches in flower beds and lawns are GOOD for garden wildlife like pest-eating spiders and should be left bare, says Royal Horticultural Society
A study by the Royal Horticultural Society has found areas of low vegetation such as bald lawn patches will support some important garden invertebrate - including spiders.
Father, 26, who lost his right hand and both of his legs to meningitis as a child will get a bionic arm just in time for Christmas to help him look after his baby
Danny Florence, from Durham, has lived without his hand and both legs since he was five. But after the birth of his son Joshua, he realised he was missing out on caring for him.
Obese children have a thinner region of their brain which controls decision-making as scientists warn it may 'make them less likely to say no to junk food'
Eighteen different regions of the cortex - including the prefrontal cortex (purple) - were thinner in overweight children, according to the results of the University of Vermont study.
Extinction Rebellion protesters in hi-vis jackets GLUE themselves to concrete blocks outside Leicester Square tube station as they campaign against air pollution in the latest of their '12 Days Of Crisis' stunts
As part of the group's latest stunt, a number of activists in gas masks, hard hats and hi-viz jackets have glued themselves to concrete blocks, on Cranbourne Street, in central London.
Hope for treating triple negative breast cancer: New drug 'starves' tumor cells by killing off the protein that fuels their growth
Triple negative breast cancer is the hardest form to treat and most fatal version of the disease. Mt Sinai researchers discovered a protein that May fuel the cancer and a drug to stop it in animals.
Boy is thrown head-over-heels when sewer EXPLODES under his feet after he sticks a match down a manhole
The boy in China's Hebei Province escaped serious injuries after being blown into the air and flung 360 degrees by the force of an exploding sewer. He had ignited trapped methane from the sewer.
Human skull and skeleton dredged up from the depths of the Thames 'belonged to convict thrown overboard from 18th century prison ship'
Lara Maiklem, 48, discovered the skull and partial skeleton next to mudflats in the Thames. The remains are thought to be from a convict thrown overboard from an 18th-century prison ship.
Mother left in agony for SIX MONTHS after giving birth discovers she'd been walking around with a fractured SPINE due to a condition that weakened her bones (but now she's swimming the Channel)
EXCLUSIVE: Heather Clatworthy, 37, from Warwickshire, fractured her back when in labour with her first child, Lilly, but didn't find out until she had an MRI scan six months later.
Earthquake strikes Tuscany, damaging buildings and sending people fleeing into the streets
Mayors of towns in the area near the Appennine mountains known as Mugello said there were no injuries from the pre-dawn quake but pictures of cracked buildings flooded social media.
Mother tells inquest of moment she was told her daughter, 14, wouldn't survive MRI scan anaesthetic hours after they happily played cards together
Alice Sloman had the scan at the Torbay Hospital in Devon. But when it became clear something was wrong during the procedure Alice was rushed to Bristol Children's Hospital for critical care.
Some of the world's most vital fresh water reserves are DRYING UP as scientists predict climate change and population growth will to lead to a 30 per cent increase in demand over the next 30 years
More than 30 of the world's leading scientists say mountain regions, which supply a quarter of the world's population - around 1.9 billion people - with freshwater, are drying up.
Boy, two, is regularly mistaken for a DOLL because of a rare condition that causes his skin to shed every day
WARNING, GRAPHIC IMAGES: Michal Winton, from Derby, has harlequin ichthyosis which causes plates of thick dry skin. His mother said strangers are surprised to see he is a real boy when he moves.
Athletes have better-tuned brains that can block out distractions and 'help them process sounds such as calls from teammates to pass the ball'
Athletes are more able to reduce 'brain noise' to process external sounds. Researchers at Northwestern University said this makes them more aware of their surroundings.
Woman, 24, died after battling with anorexia for ten years while being treated by the NHS, inquest hears
Maria Jakes (pictured), 24, who died last September, was one of five anorexia patients in the east of England to die during NHS treatment between 2012 and 2018.
Pictured: Tour leader killed in New Zealand volcano horror as questions are raised over whether tourists should have been allowed onto island – and fears grow for second guide
The victim's brother, Mark Inman, confirmed his death and said Mr Marshall-Inman had 'passed away doing the one thing he loved' after the New Zealand eruption.
9 of the worst viruses on Earth
You've heard of Ebola and likely Zika, but there are many dangerous viruses that have yet to make horrific headlines.
Why do smells trigger such vivid memories?
Certain scents can cause a rush of feelings — even if you don't always remember why.
California: 'Bomb' Cyclone Triggers 75 Ft Wave Off Cape Mendocino
A gigantic 75 feet wave was triggered by a 'bomb' cyclone having wind speeds of 100 miles per hour in Cape Mendocino in the northern part of California.
New survey finds that 50% of travelers felt happier after doing something kind for a fellow traveler
SAN FRANCISCO – Dignity Health, one of the largest health systems in the US, released the results of a national survey conducted to uncover how kindness can impact our health when traveling. While it’s no surprise that most people experience stress while traveling, the survey revealed that kindness can have an outsized effect on our wellbeing while in transit. Dignity Health was inspired by one of their latest advertisements that features real video footage of a toddler greeting his fellow passengers
Winners of the Digital Sky Challenge announced
BRUSSELS - The winners of the aviation challenge themed as Digital Sky Challenge1 were announced at the awards ceremony as part of the SESAR Innovation Days2 on 4 December in Athens. Jointly organised by the SESAR JU and ACI Europe and hosted by Athens International Airport, the Digital Sky Challenge took place on 2-4 December in a dedicated airside facility of the airport. The event brought together 52 young tech-talents from 11 European countries competing in 12 teams to create breakthrough
Passive Learning vs Active Learning: Which Is More Effective?
Can active and passive learning impact your learning abilities? What is the best method to learn? Let's find out in this article.
7 Best Ways of Learning Effectively
Learning how to learn is one of the most essential metaskill you can learn. Here're 7 ways of learning to help you learn more effective and maximize retention.
The US, like China, has about one surveillance camera for every four people, says report
One billion cameras will be installed globally by 2021, says IHS Markit.
Special Kitty Cat Food Recalled
Certain lots of Special Kitty Mixed Grill Dinner Pate that may pose a risk to cats' health have been recalled because they may contain ingredients that don't meet quality and safety standards.
‘The pandemic clock is ticking’: A race against time for a universal flu vaccine
For many people, including the elderly and others in high risk groups, getting a flu jab is a winter ritual.
'Cruel' chimpanzee greeting cards withdrawn from sale
A major greeting card company has stopped selling products featuring captive apes after animal rights activists said the "cruel" pictures fuel the exotic pet trade and inhibit conservation.
Student fightback sees University beef ban overturned
Students have fought back against a ban on beef on their University campus as the union voted to reverse the decision.
Playing in a brass band can help people overcome depression and anxiety
Playing in a brass band can help people overcome depression and anxiety, a University of Sheffield study has found.
Human trafficking reducing in Edo – NAPTIP
The Edo Zonal Command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Traffic in Persons says human trafficking in the
Extinction Rebellion stages air pollution protests in London and Manchester
Demonstrators target key roads to demand government action to tackle deadly issue
Avocados with edible coating to go on sale in Europe for first time
US technology allows fruits to stay ripe for twice as long and reduces plastic packaging
Seduced and abandoned: tourism and climate change in the Alps
Rising temperatures have contributed to the decline of hundreds of ski resorts on Italian slopes
European Space Agency to launch space debris collector in 2025
Robotic junk collector will be first mission to remove item of debris from orbit
Nell Gifford, owner of Giffords Circus, dies of breast cancer
Despite her illness, co-founder appeared in shows over the summer before her death at 46
Boom in seahorse poaching spells bust for Italy’s coastal habitats
Ocean species endangered as black market trade devastates marine life across Puglia region
The no-flush movement: the unexpected rise of the composting toilet
We squander masses of clean water flushing away our own waste instead of using it as fertiliser. But a lavatorial eco revolution has now begun
1.9 billion people at risk from mountain water shortages, study shows
Rising demand and climate crisis threaten entire mountain ecosystem, say scientists
Defeating the HIV epidemic is more about politics than science
Preventive drugs should be widely accessible, but corporate power has left Americans – especially those of color – in grave danger
Why I'm a libertarian defeatist about Medicare-for-all
America's health-care system isn't worth defending and a free market alternative is never going to happen. What's a libertarian to do about Medicare-for-all?
COP 25: India calls for speedier expansion of international solar alliance
Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said there was a need to speed up this alliance to trap solar energy in a big way
NGT asks Pollution Control Board to curb plastic manufacturing violations
The NGT had earlier said there was no proper mechanism for plastic waste management in the country and directed the CPCB to take necessary action in this regard.
5 dead, many missing in eruption of NZ volcano; search ops yet to begin
Police said the site was still too dangerous hours later for rescuers to search for the missing
India needs support from advanced nations to fight climate change: Govt
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a global Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) at the United Nations (UN) Climate Action Summit 2019 held in New York on September 23.
“Squeezing Spacetime” –LIGO Researchers End-Run Nature to Detect Gravitational Waves
MIT and Caltech researchers end-run nature with a new instrument that extends LIGO’s reach “squeezing” out quantum noise.
New Zealand volcano eruption: One dead, more fatalities feared
New Zealand police said at least one person was killed and more fatalities were likely, after an island volcano popular with tourists erupted Monday, leaving dozens stranded. "I can confirm there is one fatality," said deputy commissioner John Tims. "There is a number still remaining on the island who are currently unaccounted for," he added, "at this stage, it is too dangerous for police and rescue services to go to the island."
New Zealand: Volcano eruption kills five, several missing
At least five people were killed, up to 20 injured and several were reported missing after a volcano suddenly erupted off the east coast of New Zealand's North Island on Monday, spewing a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air. More casualties were feared on White Island, where the volcano erupted at about 2:11 pm, police said.
Satellite images show North Korea tried out rocket engine in 'very important' test: Report
Satellite imagery captured before and after North Korea conducted what it called a "very important" test at its missile launch site suggested it had tested a rocket engine, experts said on Monday. It was the latest of a series of weapons tests and statements from Pyongyang, as its year-end deadline for Washington to soften its stance in denuclearisation talks draws near.
The Body Shop's Cleansing Butter Has Nearly 300 5-Star Reviews and Costs Less Than $10
When you find a product good enough to repurchase three times and counting, there's only one thing to do: rave about it, which is exactly what I'm going to do
‘General Hospital’ Monday Scheduling Scoop: ABC Executive Details Plans For December 9 Episode
A new week of drama in Port Charles is about to kick into gear and General Hospital fans are wondering whether they will face any schedule interruptions this week. ABC and many other networks are ...
Activist: How many classes must we skip for world to know we're suffering? | IOL News
Youths from developing countries are concerned about the planet's future and their respective governments' inadequacy at combating climate change.
WATCH: Rescue operation underway after 700 shacks swept away in Mamelodi flood | Pretoria News
Acting MEC for Social Development Panyaza Lesufi said they are assisting with emergency vehicles, food and blankets
Cape couple go from Mr and Mrs to Dr and Dr Bam at PhD graduation ceremony | Cape Argus
It’s an all-round celebration for Doctors Wouter and Louzanne Bam, a husband and wife couple who received their PhD degrees in Engineering.
New Zealand volcano: Island too 'dangerous' for rescuers | IOL News
New Zealand police said they did not expect to find any more survivors from a volcanic eruption that killed at least five people.
UNICEF wants countries to prioritise children in climate action policies | IOL News
UNICEF and the Office of the Human Rights Commissioner have called on countries to sign a declaration that will ensure children ...
Volcano Erupts in New Zealand; 5 Dead, Many Missing
A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moonlike surface, killing five people and leaving many more missing.
Malaysia Vaccinating for Polio After First Case in 27 Years
Malaysia began a vaccination campaign in a rural town on Borneo island after a 3-month-old boy was confirmed to have polio in the country's first case of the highly infectious virus in 27 years.
Fylde coast health professionals work together to help patients tackle winter illnesses
As the cold weather grips the Fylde coast, health services have joined together to ensure residents are kept well this winter.
‘Bachelorette’s Ashley Hebert & JP Rosenbaum Reveal He Has Guillain-Barré Syndrome
'Bachelorette' star JP Rosenbaum announced that he has been diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder called Guillain-Barré Syndrome.
[OPINION] Dancing onstage while on the autism spectrum
Sometimes, I do odd stuff such as stomping my feet loudly or rubbing my hands to combat my nervousness. I wish that one day, I get to really control this stage fright and rediscover my talents anew.
People urged to stay off the ice after vehicles break through on Lake Winnipeg
The Rural Municipality of St. Clements is urging people to keep their vehicles off the ice after five vehicles, including a truck and camper trailer, broke through the ice on Lake Winnipeg Sunday near Balsam Bay.
5 dead and dozens injured as NZ’s most active volcano erupts on White Island (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)
Despite being the country’s most active volcano, prone to sudden eruptions, White Island has remained a popular tourist attraction, attracting crowds of eager visitors every day on boat and walking tours
We Beat Sleep Apnea. It Should Be Easier for You to Do It, Too.
The consequences of ignoring the condition can be severe, but the health system puts up barriers to treatment.
It’s 2071, and We Have Bioengineered Our Own Extinction
The micro- and macro-organisms that saved humanity from our climate crisis are now changing us — and might destroy us.
Are Sugar Substitutes Good for Kids?
Information is limited about the long-term safety of consuming nonnutritive sweeteners.
It’s 2071, and We Have Bioengineered Our Own Extinction
The micro- and macro-organisms that saved humanity from our climate crisis are now changing us — and might destroy us.
Northumbrian Water-an energy mix that delivers for the planet
Embracing a mix of sustainable energy sources, a zero carbon future is high on the agenda for Northumbrian Water...
Watch the moving carol service as campaigners refuse to give up fight over closed Jarrow hospice
Campaigners hoping to return palliative care services to the Primrose Hill site held candles and sang carols under the hospice's Christmas lights
NK tried out rocket engine in 'very important' test
Satellite imagery captured before and after North Korea conducted what it called a "very important" test at its missile launch site suggested it had tested a rocket engine, experts said on Monday.
1 dead as NZ volcano erupts, more fatalities likely
Around 100 people were near New Zealand's White Island volcano when it erupted suddenly on Monday, leaving authorities scrambling to treat the injured and find those unaccounted for.
Tech, climate change creating new inequalities: UN
A new generation of global inequalities fueled by climate change and technology could trigger violence and political instability if left unchecked, the United Nations warned on Monday. Climate change
Probiotic food may have varying effects on infants
The intake of beneficial microbes like yeast in the form of probiotic food supplements can have different effects on the immune systems of male and female piglets, according to a study that suggested the findings may also apply to human infants.
Injuries feared as popular New Zealand volcano erupts
Around 100 people were near New Zealand's White Island volcano when it erupted suddenly on Monday, leaving authorities scrambling to treat the injured and find those unaccounted for. Prime Minister
Unexpected health issues follow joyful adoption
The foster children arrived unexpectedly on Gabriel and Jeanette Lopez's wedding day.
Exposure to 5G radio-frequency will be far lower than what guidelines allow
70 years of research shows that the only established adverse health effect of RF energy (above 100KHz) is thermal effect and will not cause cancer or any other diseases
White Island eruption: Previous volcanic explosions in New Zealand
It's not the first time White Island has erupted.
White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano
New Zealand's most continuously active volcano White Island has erupted, killing five people and leaving many more unaccounted for. Police said "no sign of life" could be seen on the island following the tourist attraction's latest eruption, so the death toll is likely to rise. The eruption sent huge plumes of smoke and ash into the air when it erupted on Monday afternoon. The threat level was raised last month following an increase in activity - meaning eruptions are more likely than normal and can happen with little or no warning. White Island last erupted three years ago.
Johnson's Brexit fight and NHS waiting times 'cover up' lead the papers
The future of Brexit and last-ditch voting drives for the leaders of the major parties dominate the front pages of most of the nation’s newspapers to kick-off election week. The Daily Mail and The Daily Telegraph lead off with Boris Johnson’s rallying cry to Leave voters ahead of Thursday’s election.
N. Korea believed to test new rocket engine to provoke US
While no rocket or weapons launch from North Korea was detected over the weekend, many foreign experts speculate that North Korea tested a new high-thrust engine, which is needed to launch bigger, more powerful rockets.
1 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano
The eruption sent a plume of steam and ash about 12,000 feet (3,660 meters) into the air.
Wildlife conservationist, mauled by tigers, insists they were just playing
A wildlife conservationist and founder of a California animal sanctuary was hospitalized on Saturday after tigers pinned her to the ground and injured her.
West Virginians head to Canada to find affordable insulin
A group of West Virginians left the country Sunday in search of affordable insulin -- they went to Canada, where insulin prices are reported to be about a tenth of what it costs people in the United States.
Greta asks media to focus on other young climate activists
Celebrity environmentalist Greta Thunberg is urging media to pay more attention to other young climate activists.
Nonna's minestrone recipe could help fight malaria, study suggests
In a classroom experiment turned research paper, scientists and school children discovered that some soup broths contain properties that may prevent the growth of malaria parasites.
How to avoid a massive holiday health care bill when OHIP out-of-country coverage ends
If you are an Ontario resident planning to travel outside of Canada in the new year, make sure you have adequate travel health insurance coverage or risk dealing with a crippling medical bill should a medical emergency arise. CTVNews.ca has all the details.
Viral Image Shows Grey Seal Pup Lounging With A Starbucks Bottle
An amateur photographer has captured an image of a young pup lounging next to a glass Starbucks bottle in the midst of the UK grey pup season in what some
Betelgeuse Is “Fainting” But It's Not About To Explode. Probably
A ripple of excitement is passing through the community of astronomers, both amateur and professional, at reports that Betelgeuse has dimmed significantly
Our Oceans Are Losing Oxygen At A Shocking Rate
The world’s oceans are becoming parched of oxygen at an unprecedented rate. A new IUCN report, released this weekend at the UN's Conference of the Parties
Large Gathering Of Huntsman Spiders Discovered Snuggled In Pygmy Possum Nest Boxes
Not many people would be able to control themselves if they were expecting to open a box full of small fluffy critters and instead found a gathering of lar
Doctors Highlight Hidden Dangers At Christmas In Grim Medical Report
Anyone with young kids knows there's nothing they like more than eating stuff that's not for human consumption the very second you take your eye off them.
Why Enceladus’ Unique “Tiger Stripes” Make It A Prime Target In The Search For Life
The Cassini Space probe revealed Saturn's moon Enceladus as one of the most promising places in the Solar System to find life beyond Earth. Among the many
New Zealand volcano eruption leaves at least five dead after tourists seen in crater caught up in explosion
Police Deputy Commissioner John Tims said 23 people had been taken from White Island in the country's Bay of Plenty, some of whom are injured
Let 2020 be the year you get the operation you need
Explore the three routes of care available through Peninsula NHS Treatment Centre
Exeter Uni 'at the forefront' of research into likes of dementia and schizophrenia with new equipment
The new genome sequencing platform is a significant boost to the university's research capabilities
Mum of teen who died after MRI scan reveals moment she was told her daughter couldn't be saved
Alice Sloman passed away on October 19 last year after a three-day battle, an inquest heard today.
Event Highlight: World-Renowned Dr. Dan Siegel speaks on The Science and Practice of Presence
World-renowned researcher, author, and speaker Dr. Dan Siegel has spoken for the King of Thailand, Pope John Paul II, The Dalai Lama, Google University, London’s Royal Society of Arts (RSA), and millions of others. Now he's speaking for you in Santa Barbara at The Consciousness Network’s event on Friday, December 13, to be held in Hahn Hall at The Music Academy of the West. Tickets can be purchased here.
Feeling Alone with Parkinson’s Disease
Columnist Sherri Woodbridge knows that Parkinson's disease can leave people feeling lonely. That's why it's important to help others understand the disease.
Phase 2 Study to Evaluate Possible Oral Treatment for Mild Cognitive Impairment in Parkinson’s
Aptinyx initiates Phase 2 trial for new NDMA receptor modulator designed to treat Parkinson's-related cognitive impairment.
Falls and Poor Bone Health Top Reasons for High Fracture Risk in Parkinson’s, Study Says
A study traced the elevated risk of hip and other fractures in Parkinson’s patients to falls and weak bones, and recommends assessing this risk regularly.
World’s first human composting site to open
The world’s first funeral home dedicated to composting human beings is set to open in 2021 – allowing those left behind to turn their dearly departed into soil. US ‘deathcare’ company Recompose will
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS Survey Launched — You Can Help Shape Ubuntu’s Future
Ubuntu turned 15 this year and is still going strong — but what next for the leading desktop Linux distribution? Well, to find out Canonical has launched
POLITICO Pro Sustainability Insights: Circular batteries boost — Chemicals leaks — COP update
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Aisha Buhari, World Bank and the Nigerian condition
About the time First Lady Aisha Buhari was again emerging from 'the other room' to deliver one of her seasonal tirades against the system ...
Adamawa fake doctor to spend 10 years in jail - The Nation Newspaper
A secondary school leaver who admitted to working for several years as a medical doctor has been sentenced to 44 years and six months in jail...
5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano
The island has seen an uptick in volcanic activity in the past few weeks
Dr Miriam Stoppard: "HRT benefits could outweigh risk of getting breast cancer"
A report was published saying that HRT increased the risk of breast cancer but little was said about the magnitude of that increase in risk
Delhi pollution: SC partially lifts ban on construction, allows work only during day time
Earlier in November, the apex court imposed a ban on all kinds of construction work in view of the rising pollution levels in Delhi. This is the longest construction ban that has been enforced in winter months for the past few years.
Scientists have developed a once-a-month contraceptive pill
Scientists believe this could be extremely effective to prevent unplanned pregnancies. This has been the first instance when such an approach has been used to deliver contraceptives.
Pacifiers can be harmful for your child. Here are tips to help them quit the habit
Pacifiers may help to calm your child but if used for a very long time, they can impact your child's health negatively.
PICTURES: Over 100 SADA tricycles burnt in WA
Over 100 tricycles belonging to the defunct Savannah Accelerated Authority (SADA) now Northern Development Authority (NDA) have been burnt in Wa, the Upper West Regional capital. The tricycles that have been abandoned in the open at the controller fuel station, were reported to have been burnt on Monday morning according to MyNewsGh.com sources. It is believed to have been caused by wild fire in view of the impending dry season accompanied by the harmattan winds and took fire fighters several hours to bring the inferno under control but most of them were burnt beyond repairs. Sale of tricycles The Northern Development Authority started the sale of tricycles that were purchased under the defunct Savannah Accelerated Development Authority (SADA).
Floods worsen in Johor while Kelantan fully recovers
JOHOR BARU, Dec 9 — The number of flood victims currently housed at the temporary relief centres (PPS) in Kota Tinggi has increased to 39, as of 5pm, compared to 19 victims recorded at noon today. State Local Government, Urban Well-being and Environment Committee chairman Tan Chen Choon, in a...
Health Ministry springs to action after first confirmed polio case in nearly 30 years
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The Health Ministry has mobilised available measures to contain the possible re-emergence of the polio virus that was eradicated in Malaysia almost three decades ago. After confirming the infection of a three-month-old boy in Tuaran, Sabah, the ministry tested 661 people in...
Fashion Industry Warns the World to Heed Dire Climate Warnings
The global fashion industry is drawing on its own "social and cultural weight" to lead the world into tackling climate change.
NZ Volcano Erupts: At Least Five Dead, Authorities Warn to Brace for More
A volcano erupted in New Zealand on Monday, leaving five people dead and 50 more more unaccounted for, local police said.
Latin American Church Calls for ‘Incisive’ Action Against Climate Change
The president of the Latin-American Catholic Bishops’ Conference said it is time for Europeans to start battling climate change effectively.
Reddit Uncovers Russian Interference Campaign Ahead Of UK Election
Fears of Russian interference ahead of a heated U.K. election were all but confirmed this week with a Reddit post....
Sydney's Bushfire Smoke Pollution Is Now The Worst In NSW's History
Sydney has once again found itself facing some of the worst air pollution in the world due to bushfire smoke drifting in from one of the most devastating bushfire seasons Australia has ever faced....
From Their Balloons, The First Aeronauts Transformed Our View Of The World
Near the beginning of the new film “The Aeronauts,” a giant gas-filled balloon called the “Mammoth” departs from London’s Vauxhall Gardens and ascends into the clouds, revealing a bird’s eye view of London. To some moviegoers, these breathtaking views might seem like nothing special: Modern air travel has...
Turns Out A Wild Geoengineering Plan To Refreeze Arctic Sea Ice Isn't The Best Idea
As the world spins closer to climate catastrophe, fringe ideas are inching toward the mainstream. Geoengineering is among the topics that were once verboten but are now finding traction. And that includes some pretty out-there ideas, including ones focused on saving polar ice by pumping massive amounts of seawater...
Oceans Are Running Out of Oxygen Due to Climate Change
The world’s oceans—and their inhabitants—are being choked to death by climate change and nutrient pollution. Ocean oxygen loss, according to a new report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), is […]
Dozens Feared Dead After New Zealand's Most Active Volcano Erupts
White Island is home to New Zealand’s most active volcano. And on Monday, it erupted while tourists were visiting, and police reports indicate there are “no signs of life.”
Writings on the Wall: Sharing Accessible Narratives Through Environmental Design
The following blog post, unless otherwise noted, was written by a member of Gamasutra's community. The thoughts and opinions expressed are those of the writer and not Gamasutra or its parent company. Dead Space: The Iconic Scene
Study sheds new light on supermassive black holes
Astronomers say most observations suggest that the bigger the galaxy, the bigger the supermassive black hole in it.
White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano
The uninhabited and privately owned volcanic island is about 50 kilometres off the mainland in the Bay of Plenty.
Greta Thunberg asks media to focus on other young climate activists
The 16-year-old said people from the global south, especially indigenous communities, need to be heard on how they are affected by climate change.
White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano
The threat level was raised last month following an increase in activity.
Patrick Harvie outlines importance of ‘climate election’
The Scottish Greens co-leader said it is important to have Green voices at Westminster to push other parties into taking strong climate action.
UPDATED: Civil society gives FG 14-day ultimatum over Sowore
Friday Olokor, Abuja A coalition of over 200 civil society organisations on Monday issued a 14-day ultimatum within which President Muhammadu Buhari should show commitment to the rule of law fac...
Sowore: Groups seek US visa ban on AGF, DSS boss
Tobi Aworinde, Abuja A coalition of civil society organisations has petitioned the United States to protest the rearrest of the convener of the #RevolutionNow protests, Omoyele Sowore, by armed ...
Grampians' top cancer killers might not be what you think
Latest report from Cancer Council Victoria shows top cancer killers and cases
How To Heal A Yoga Butt Injury, According To A Physical Therapist
Picture this yogi: You're in your flow, moving through asanas with ease, and having an om-azing time on your mat . Then, just as the Zen starts to really kick in, you pull your hips up into your umpteenth downward-facing dog, and suddenly you feel one of the telltale symptoms of (dramatic sound effect): yoga butt. This is most likely a burning, discomfort, cramping, or pinching high up in the hamstrings, close to the pelvis, says Ariele Foster , DPT, a physical therapist and yoga teacher based in Washington, DC.
KDF moves swiftly after Air Force fighter jet lost important piece mid air
Sleepy village woken up by heavy military presence
It's Official: Stress Is Making Us Age Faster
Centennials often cite a low-stress, carefree lifestyle as the secret to their longevity. We now know that stresses can make your body clock break into a sprint at a molecular level. Here's what you need to know....
Rwanda begins vaccinating against Ebola near DR Congo border
Rwanda has started a voluntary Ebola vaccination programme at its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo in a bid to prevent the spread of the deadly virus from its neighbour.
White Island volcano: All you need to know
Volcano popular with tourists erupts in northern New Zealand leaving at least five dead and 10 trapped.
Comment: Why Is There Only One Woman Training To Become A Royal Marine?
A former Royal Marine shares with Forces News his opinion on the news that there is only one female in Marines training.
Volcano webcam captures tourists in crater moments before eruption
Footage from inside the White Island volcano showed at least one group of people walking in the crater just before the eruption that killed five people and injured many others.
Eat For 10 Hours. Fast For 14. This Daily Habit Prompts Weight Loss, Study Finds
There's a lot of enthusiasm for intermittent fasting -- a term that can encompass everything from skipping a meal each day to fasting a few days a week. Or, how about this approach: Simply limit your daily eating window to 10 hours. This means that if you take your first bite of food at 8 a.m., you'...
Scientists Find a Weak Spot In Some Superbugs' Defenses
Researchers have found a new way to attack some of the bacteria behind treatment-resistant infections. An anonymous reader shares a report from Wired: In 2004, a 64-year-old woman in Indiana had a catheter put in to help with dialysis. Soon after the procedure, she came to a local hospital with low ...
Could Obesity Alter a Child's Brain Structure?
Overweight and obese children tend to have a thinner prefrontal cortex, a part of the brain associated with decision-making and problem-solving.
Moderate Drinking May Increase Cancer Risk
A new study from Japan found that compared to nondrinkers, people who had two drinks a day for 40 years had a 54% higher risk of cancer.
Dangers of 'Superbug' Germs Greater Than Believed
There's been an uptick in the number of laboratory studies showing how just one mutation could create highly infectious or "hypervirulent" strains of disease-causing bacteria, fungi and water molds.
Blood Tests Show Exposure to Ethylene Oxide
The testing offers the first biologic evidence that living near a facility that emits ethylene oxide increases a person’s body burden of the chemical, which has been linked to breast and blood cancers
No One Brand Explains Vaping-Related Lung Injuries
As of Dec. 3, 2,291 patients have been hospitalized, with cases in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands due to these particular lung injuries, the CDC reports.
White Castle Frozen Burgers Recalled for Listeria
The White Castle recall is for 6-pack cheeseburgers, 6-pack hamburgers, 6-pack jalapeno cheeseburgers, 16-pack hamburgers, and 16-pack cheeseburgers with best by dates ranging from 04 Aug 2020 to 17 Aug 2020.
Man Receives Testicle Transplant From Twin
A man who was born without testicles got a transplanted one from his identical twin brother during a six-hour operation performed early last week in Belgrade, Serbia, by an international team of surgeons.
Japanese study links even light alcohol consumption with a higher risk of cancer
The increased risk was also found in both men and women and regardless of other drinking/smoking behaviours, and occupational class.
At least 700 shacks destroyed by floods, people trapped in Mamelodi
Communities across the city are in dire need of help after being affected by the flooding.
Updated: Incessant military air crashes in Nigeria frightening — Gbajabiamila
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimaila has regretted the incessant military air crashes in the country, describing it as frightening.
FG recording successes in fight against corruption — TUGAR
The Technical Unit on Governance and Anti-Corruption Reforms, TUGAR, Monday, stated that despite the slow judicial process in Nigeria, the...
Illegal operation: LASG shuts 24 health facilities
The Lagos State Govt has shut at least 24 pharmacies, patent medicine shops and unlicensed premises across the state over illegal operation
PWD: I lost my leg but I am physically fit — Faris
Faris Ibrahim shares the story of how he lost a leg to mycetoma. He said with the aid of prosthesis, provided by ICRC and NAPO, he is no different than...
Reps to proffer “lasting solutions” to NAF crashes
The House of Representatives has said it is set to proffer “lasting solutions” to the incessant air crashes experienced by the Nigerian Air Force
Red Cross trains 40 professionals on “health care in danger’’
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Nigeria delegation says 40 healthcare professionals benefitted from its two-day training of trainer...
China’s advanced type PCL191 multiple rocket system in strategic proximity to Taiwan – reports
A report in the latest issue of Modern Ships praises the Chinese multiple launch rocket system called the Type PCL191 as the most cutting-edge piece of weaponry capable of firing both rockets and ballistic missiles. The modular launcher appears to be based on the AR3 system intended for the export market. Unlike other weaponry on display in Beijing during China’s National Day military parade on 1 October, the Type PCL191, dubbed by CCTV as “a self-propelled rocket launcher with precision strike capability”, traveled up and down the streets of the capital loaded on the back of heavy-duty trucks almost anonymously, the report has it. It also gives an in-depth description of the system’s capacity saying it can carry eight 370 mm (14½ inch) rockets – each with a range of 350 km (220 miles) – or two 750 mm Fire Dragon 480 tactical ballistic missiles, capable of flying up to 500 km. According to PLA Daily, an MLRS brigade was stationed with the 72nd Group Army in Huzhou, in the province of Zhejiang on China’s eastern…
Ministries, institutions discuss measures for Mekong conservation
Members of relevant ministries and institutions gathered on Friday and Saturday to discuss the importance of the Mekong to Cambodia from a policy standpoint and how the government can best work together to ensure the conservation of the river.
Israeli fish farmers give peckish migratory pelicans a free lunch
Migratory pelicans have long raided Israeli fish farms, which try to deter them with loudspeakers, laser beams and by firing blank rounds from rifles. In their desperation, they have come up with another way: offering the birds a free lunch.
Hundreds in B Meanchey survive snake bites
The Banteay Meanchey provincial Department of Health said this year had seen more than 300 people saved from snake bites after seeking timely treatment from state hospitals across the province. As a precaution, department director Keo Sopheatra called on people bitten by snakes to seek treatment from state hospitals rather than private clinics or traditional healers.
Hundreds in Banteay Meanchey survive snake bites
The Banteay Meanchey provincial Department of Health said this year had seen more than 300 people saved from snake bites after seeking timely treatment from state hospitals across the province. As a precaution, department director Keo Sopheatra called on people bitten by snakes to seek treatment from state hospitals rather than private clinics or traditional healers.
Less Arctic ice sees polar bears near Russian village
More than 50 polar bears have gathered on the edge of a village in Russia’s far north, environmentalists and residents said, as weak Arctic ice leaves them unable to roam. The Russian branch of the World Wildlife Fund said climate change was to blame, as unusually warm temperatures prevented coastal ice from forming.
Volcano Erupts in New Zealand, Tourists are Missing (VIDEO)
Hundreds of tourists were near New Zealand's island when a volcano erupted there, the Associated Press reported, citing country's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. Some people have been injured and others are still missing.
New Zealand’s Glaciers Turned Red (PHOTO)
Photographer Liz Carlson has shot coloured glaciers at Mount Aspiring National Park on New Zealand's South Island, Science Alert reported. “Our glaciers don’t need any more battles as they are already truly endangered,” Carlson wrote on her blog.
There are no Reports of Injured Bulgarians in the Volcanic Eruption in New Zealand
There are currently no reports of injured Bulgarian citizens in the eruption of the White Island volcano in New Zealand, as well as in relation with the complicated climatic conditions of the South Island and the capital Wellington. This was announced by the press centre of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Five People Were Killed and Many are still Missing after the New Zealand Volcano Eruption
Five people were killed in the eruption of a volcano in New Zealand. There are foreigners among the blocked tourists on White Island, but their nationality is still unknown.
Bulgaria Ranks 52nd out of 189 Countries in the Human Development Index
Bulgaria is among the countries with a very high level of human development. Bulgaria ranks 52nd with a score of 0.
Perth and Kinross Matters: Volunteers deserve praise for trying to make Christmas special
In Iceland, children count down the days til Christmas with the arrival of 13 troublesome trolls.
Family of Perth man informed as body recovered from River Tay near town
A body has been recovered from the River Tay near a Fife town.
Dundee University research on tropical diseases to feature in National Museum of Scotland exhibition
Research from Dundee University features in a new exhibition at the National Museum of Scotland exploring the role of academics in the fight to eliminate tropical diseases by tackling the parasites that cause them.
Scientists urge Ethiopia to protect groundwater
Groundwater is seen as having major potential for Ethiopia and Sub-Saharan Africa’s climate change strategies – time to protect it, scientists urge.
Watch an Underwater Photog Swim with a Ginormous Great White
Earlier this year, marine conservationist Ocean Ramsey of One Ocean Diving was diving off the coast of the Hawaiian island of Oahu when the group came across one of the largest great white sharks ever caught on camera. The encounter can be seen in the 3.5-minute video above. The team estimates that the shark was roughly 20 feet long and 8 feet wide. While the average female great white measures 15 to 16 feet, they can reach up to 20 feet (6.1m) and 4,200 pounds (1,900kg).
320 years since the ‘Big One’ doesn’t mean it’s overdue: B.C. professor
‘It could happen today, tomorrow or 100 years from now’
5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano
The island has seen an uptick in volcanic activity in the past few weeks
Greta Thunberg asks media to focus on other young climate activists
The 16-year-old said people from the global south, especially indigenous communities, need to be heard on how they are affected by climate change.
Extinction Rebellion calls on Government to end over-fishing
The campaign group said the country must put a halt to the practice by January 1 2020 as part of a legal requirement.
New research study to explore long-term effects of repeated concussion
The study is a collaboration between the Beacon Hospital Research Institute and the International Concussion and Head Injury Research Foundation (ICHIRF). Researchers said it will allow for better management of concussions in the future.
Stolen defibrillator found in Louth; One still missing in Wicklow
A potentially life-saving defibrillator, that was stolen from outside a shop in Co Louth, has been found.
White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano
The threat level was raised last month following an increase in activity.
Australian Digital Health Agency chief suddenly quits
After three years.
Macquarie Uni races tech giants to build AI medical scribe
Calls for data to beat out Google, Microsoft.
Florida mother, father and teenage son all battling cancer at the same time
(CNN) — It’s difficult enough to have one loved one experience cancer, but three at one time? Unimaginable. But that’s reality for the Desclefs family....
Treating the whole patient essential for older people with cardiovascular disease
Geriatric conditions such as frailty and cognitive impairments may inadvertently worsen when older patients are treated in cardiac intensive care units - even as they receive excellent care for their heart attack, heart failure, valvular heart disease or pulmonary embolism, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association, published today in the Association's premier journal Circulation.
Piglet study shows probiotics and prebiotics work differently in girls and boys
The team from the Universities of Bristol and Reading found that 28-day old piglets produced very different levels of immune cells, antibodies and other immune-associated molecules depending on their sex, contradicting previous evidence suggesting that the difference in immunity begins during puberty.
Even light to moderate alcohol consumption can increase cancer risk
In a study conducted in Japan, even light to moderate alcohol consumption was associated with elevated cancer risks.
Malaysia announces first case of polio in the country for 27 years
Malaysia health officials have reported the first case of polio in the country for 27 years.
Researchers use machine learning to better understand conversations about death
Some of the most important, and difficult, conversations in healthcare are the ones that happen amid serious and life-threatening illnesses.
Study shows safety of palbociclib for advanced breast cancer patients with unique gene alteration
Women who receive palbociclib (Ibrance) to treat their advanced breast cancer and have a gene alteration that can lead to a condition known as benign ethnic neutropenia (BEN), can safely receive the drug without major concerns of developing infections associated with neutropenia, or low white blood cell counts, say Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers.
Study highlights benefits of Medicaid expansion for Michigan enrollees
When the state of Michigan expanded its Medicaid program to provide health coverage to more low-income residents, its leaders built special features into the plan, different from most states.
Experts say cancer research is making more progress that people think
The focus on a “cure for cancer” is masking progress made in extending lifespan and making cancer manageable in the long-term.
Inpatient psychiatric hospitalization is associated with reduced suicidality, shows study
When an adolescent is acutely suicidal and cannot safely remain in the community, inpatient psychiatric hospitalization is the traditional intervention.
Exercise improves key measures of cardiovascular health
Eight months of daily, afterschool physical activity in previously inactive 8- to 11-year-olds with obesity and overweight improved key measures of their cardiovascular health like good cholesterol levels, aerobic fitness and percent body fat, but didn't improve others like arterial stiffness, an early indicator of cardiovascular risk, investigators report.
Severe drought — Once mighty Victoria Falls dries to a trickle
The worst drought in a century in south-central Africa has slowed the world's largest waterfalls - situated across the Zimbabwe and Zambia border - down to a trickle.
Essential Science: Science makes beer last longer
Compared with many other alcoholic beverages, beer has a short expiry time, especially when compared with wine. To improve the holding time of ales and lagers, scientists have come up with a new, innovative process.
How Saturn’s Moon Enceladus Got Its Freaky ‘Tiger Stripes’
Since 2005, scientists have puzzled over a series of long fissures seen in the southern regions of Saturn’s frozen moon Enceladus. New research explains how these so-called tiger stripes formed and why Enceladus is the only place in the solar system where these features could have emerged.
‘I hope it’s not a live volcano': Americans caught in deadly New Zealand eruption
An unexpected volcanic eruption in New Zealand has trapped dozens of tourists, including several Americans.
Mum speaks of horrific moment she was told her daughter was going to die
'It had been nine hours since she was playing Lego cards with me'
How importation is killing SMEs – FG
FG has decried the rate at which metal products are imported into the country, saying it is killing Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs).
How Does Diabetes Affect Immunity ? How to boost Naturally | Thehealthsite
Diabetes - Easy Natural Ways to boost immunity, tips to control diabetes. Find how does diabetes affect immunity at thheealthSite.com
Pornography and poor decision-making: Are they connected?
Pornography, erectile dysfunction, bad effects of Pornography, Pornography causes depression and sexual dysfunctions in men at TheHealthSite.com
Embrace healthy habits if you want your brain to tackle stress efficiently
stress, healthy habits, tips for healthy brain, how to manage stress, stress management tips, ways to boost brain health at TheHealthSite.com
Want to live longer? Exercise vigorously every day TheHealthSite.com
Exercise, exercise health benefits, exercise lower risk of heart disease, women's health, running benefits, cardiovascular disease at TheHealthSite.com
Archaeologists discover 'amazing' 4,000 year old carved stones on Orkney
Archaeologists have discovered nine 'very rare' carved stones on Orkney - thought to be 4,000 years old.
Four-year-old with suspected pneumonia slept on hospital floor due to lack of beds
This photograph shows a four-year-old from Leeds sleeping on the floor of the Leeds General Infirmary due to a lack of beds.
Anatomy of an epidemic: How measles took hold of Samoa
More than 63 children in Samoa have died from measles. After a mass vaccination campaign, authorities are hopeful the spread of the highly contagious virus has been contained, but remain on edge. How did it come to this?
Centre Proposes Rs 33 Crore Grant For Project NETRA To Secure Its Satellites And Other Assets In Space
India must have the same capability as the US and Russia to assess threats from space debris and other hazards
Stop drug prices rating
© EDITOR — Soon after the government announced that as a country we are moving from the multi-currency system to the Zimbabwe dollar, the prices of medical drugs escalated, showing that even now the rating system is still being applied.
Migratory birds are shrinking as the world heats up
As the world warms as a result of climate change, researchers have found that migratory birds are changing size.
Why health care premiums are higher in rural places
Why do rural patients pay higher health care premiums? New research finds it's not primarily an issue of having too few doctors.
Something funky happens to metal melting point under pressure
The melting point of metals usually goes up under pressure, but it may actually go down with about 300,000 times the pressure of Earth's atmosphere.
Busted transport system unites neurodegenerative diseases
New treatments may result from identifying a likely culprit behind the brain build-up that ties all neurodegenerative diseases together.
NASA’s Parker probe reveals new solar oddities
The first observations from NASA's Parker Solar Probe "will fundamentally change our understanding of the sun," researchers say.
What crabs can tell us about brain ‘building blocks’
"Until we can understand each component, we can't expect to take the brain apart and put it back together again in order to figure out how it works."
Opioid relapse is more likely when risks seem OK
Tolerance for risk may indicate a higher chance for relapse among people getting treatment for opioid addiction, research finds.
Treating sickle cell disease with hydroxyurea therapy - a game changer
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Deiga appeals for rehabilitation of Peki Hospital
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IDF Young leader launches Diabetes campaign
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Don't give up in tough moments - Esther Cobbah
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“Take advantage of opportunities in God’s house”- Bishop
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Malaysia’s first polio case in 27 years is a child who wasn’t vaccinated. Here are 3 things to know about the incurable virus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The incurable virus mainly affects young children, and invades an infected person's brain and spinal cord, which can lead to permanent disability and death in serious cases.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Nutrition myths that we stopped believing in 2019, including the carnivore diet and 'superfoods', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - From calorie counting to detoxes, here are 10 dead-wrong ideas about diet and nutrition that we threw out for good in 2019.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The webcam photograph was taken at 2:10 p.m. local time, just a minute before the eruption started. The fate of the people in the picture is unclear.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Rethinking the Infamous Milgram Experiment in Authoritarian Times
It’s usually cited as showing that people will follow dubious orders under social pressure—but a more important lesson may be that some people will refuse
The Runaway Train of Cognitive Enhancement
How far can we “improve” our mind before we lose our sense of identity and authenticity?
Tourists missing after deadly New Zealand volcano eruption
One person was reported dead after a volcano erupted on Monday.
Climate change: Thousands form a human chain in Brussels
2,400 people in Brussels held hands on Sunday to form a human chain as part of demands for tougher measures to combat climate change.
Oman weather: Tropical depression deepens
The tropical depression has developed into to a deep tropical depression
Cyclone alert lifted for French island of Mayotte
The French Indian Ocean island of Mayotte was bracing for a major cyclone.
Portugal opens 300 supermarkets in 2 years
Almost 300 supermarkets opened their doors to the public in the space of just two years.
South Carolina law lax on regulating foreign animals
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Mobs of kangaroos can roam largely unrestricted in Wisconsin, West Virginia and South Carolina, where state laws don't regulate ownership of the creatures.
Greta asks media to focus on other young climate activists
MADRID — Celebrity environmentalist Greta Thunberg is urging media to pay more attention to other young climate activists. The 16-year-old Swede has drawn huge crowds with her appearances at protests and conferences over the past year.
Procter & Gamble Health launches ‘Panache’ to assist doctors
Procter & Gamble Health Limited (formerly known as Merck Limited) has announced the launch of Panache, a platform to support India’s Gen X doctors in their medical education journey.India has
Nobel laureate to study high incidence of heart problems in India
Ferid Murad will do joint research with Apollo Hospitals
First polio case in 30 years reported in Malaysia
First polio case in 30 years reported in Malaysia
Plastics NZ to ‘Make Best Practice Standard Practice'
Plastics NZ Endorses Plan to ‘Make Best Practice Standard Practice’
Media Release 7 – Heavy Rain Event West Coast
Media Release 7 –Heavy Rain Event West Coast9 December 20191300 hours
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EQC funds $1 million of research to reduce disaster risk
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Whakaari/White Island eruption – Update #1
Whakaari/White Island erupted today, in a short-lived event that generated an ash plume around 12,000 feet above the vent, GNS Science says.
Eruption on White Island
Police is working with National Emergency Management Agency to coordinate a search and rescue operation following a volcanic eruption at White Island this afternoon.
What lies beneath the surface? The pitfalls of facial eczema
By Julie Roberts, Ravensdown Animal Health Area Manager Western North Island
Death of NZ High Commissioner to Cook Islands
New Zealand's High Commissioner to the Cook Islands, Tessa Temata, died in Palmerston North over the weekend, Foreign Minister Winston Peters said today.
CEAC – How to stop destructive loss of ocean oxygen?
Consider; The shock of an alarming release of the report at the Climate Change conference in Madrid COPs 25 yesterday on the discovery loss of widespread ocean oxygen is another watershed moment that must be recognised as dire for our future survival.
Discovery may open door to new medicines
Bio-Protection Research Centre scientists and collaborators have made a discovery that potentially opens the door to new medicines and biological pesticides.
Meet life-size models of Waipara’s giant penguins
9 December 2019
White Island eruption – Expert Reaction
Tourists were present on Whakaari/White Island when its volcano erupted at 2.11pm today.
Auckland’s socio-economic gap driving participation down
The spotlight was on social inequality at the recent Sport and Recreation Sector Event 2019: Making Auckland the world’s most active city, with international benchmarking from Portas Consulting revealing that deprivation in Auckland affects participation more than in London, Stockholm and Singapore.
5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano
The island has seen an uptick in volcanic activity in the past few weeks
Evidence of New X17 Particle Reported, but Scientists Are Wary
Could the mysterious particle be our window into studying dark matter?
Large study: Smoking increases risk for gestational diabetes
Pregnant smokers at higher risk for gestational diabetes, Hebrew University study finds.
Pregnant Smokers at Higher Risk for Gestational Diabetes, Hebrew University Study Finds
Gestational diabetes affects between 7.6% and 9.2% of pregnant women in the US and occurs mostly during the last trimester of pregnancy. Such a pregnancy is often concluded with birth by cesarean section.
Volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing
Police say more casualties were feared as about 50 people were nearby minutes before the eruption.
Volunteers pull 33 shopping trolleys, three bikes and two scooters from Rival Almond
Forth Rivers Trust's Riverside Project is engaging with the local community to clean up the River Almond.
Burst water main at Dumbarton Common described as 'mini geyser'
It's left a large hole in the grass.
Towering wind turbine planned for new South Ayrshire school
Plans for it to be a zero carbon campus
Twin makes incredible gesture for Brain Tumour Charity
Naomi Gywnne, 10, from Hamilton, handmade hundreds of bookmarks to sell at the Christmas fair at Beckford Primary School.
South Africa Calls For Robust Multilateral Response To Climate Change
South Africa on Monday called for a robust multilateral response to climate change in a way that would assist African and other developing countries to adapt to the associated loss and damage, Concise News reports.
Met department warns of heavy rains
Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has issued a warning of heavy rains across the country on different days from today till Thursday December 12. In a sta...
Psychic Training: How to become a psychic?
Did you know that everyone has innate psychic abilities? Every living creature operates in all dimensions, whether they aware of all of them or not! But psychic...
Harare Hospital not closed
Harare Central Hospital is not closed and is still providing services to patients needing emergency care just like all the other four central hospitals.This is ...
Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5
A photograph from a webcam operated by the New Zealand geological hazards agency GeoNet shows a group of people inside the crater of the White Island volcano moments before it erupted.
How long it takes for condoms, birth control pills, and other types of birth control to expire
Using birth control beyond its expiration date puts you at risk of an unexpected pregnancy or a sexually transmitted infection.
Decorated with butterflies, infant-sized coffins sent to measles-ravaged Samoa
Volunteers in the New Zealand city of Rotorua are preparing two dozen white-lined coffins to be transported to Samoa at the end of the week as the ...
Tourists stranded as storms batter New Zealand
MOUNT HUTT: Almost 1,000 tourists were stranded in New Zealand's South Island on Monday (Dec 9) after wild storms cut highways, washed away ...
No reprieve as Samoa measles toll hits 70
A devastating measles outbreak continued to spread in Samoa, data released Monday showed, as the death toll from the epidemic climbed to 70, ...
Health experts warn of emerging threat of Nipah virus
LONDON: A deadly virus called Nipah carried by bats has already caused human outbreaks across South and South East Asia and has "serious epidemic ...
Several injured, about 100 people in the area as New Zealand's White Island volcano erupts
WELLINGTON: About 100 people were near New Zealand's White Island volcano when it erupted suddenly on Monday (Dec 9), leaving authorities ...
Decorated with butterflies, infant-sized coffins sent to measles-ravaged Samoa
Volunteers in the New Zealand city of Rotorua are preparing two dozen white-lined coffins to be transported to Samoa at the end of the week as the ...
Freighter contacted bottom, breached, Norway
General cargo ship FEED RANA ran aground at around 2330 UTC Dec 8 in Rorvik area, central Norway, while en route from Kristiansund to Stokmarknes, Norway. According to track, the ship refloated by …
Allakos Does It Again; bluebird And Sunesis Data: The Good, Bad And Ugly Of Biopharma
Allakos has spiked on sales chatter, despite being only in Phase 2 stage.bluebird bio reported positive data from the KarMMa trial.Vecabrutinib, a BTK inhibitor from Sunesis, produced disappointing da
5 Signs Your Lungs Are Gasping for Help
Today, fresh air is becoming a rare resource, meaning that, more than ever, we have to pay attention to our lungs and the signs they give us when something is not okay. It turns out that some of these signs are pretty easy to dismiss, but if you pay attention, they might save your life.
5 Principles This Functional Medicine Doctor Swears By
You'll have a new understanding of what it means to be healthy.
One Gift Idea With Mental Health Benefits You Probably Haven't Thought Of
This holiday season, the gift of therapy is now one of the easiest to give.
Berlin zoo reveals names, gender of their 2 panda twin cubs
Berlin Zoo’s giant panda twins finally have names: Meng Xiang and Meng Yuan — desired dream and fulfilled dream. According to Chinese tradition, the two cubs were given their names on Monday, 100 days after they were born in the German capital. Their gender was also revealed: the two are both boys. The names were …
iGym levels playing field for disabled, able-bodied children
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — One Kreps brother uses a wheelchair and the other doesn’t, yet they are able to play sports together on a level playing field thanks to an augmented reality system developed at the University of Michigan. The technology, called iGYM, allows people with mobility disabilities and their non-disabled peers to exercise together …
Philippines: Davao school closed due to chickenpox outbreak
By NewsDesk @infectiousdiseasenews Officials with the Holy Child College of Davao have suspended classes for the week, Dec. 9- 13 for the Jacinto campus due to a possible chickenpox outbreak, according to a letter from the Head of Operations at the school, Ma. Chrystella Suzette Velasco. She notes that confirmed chickenpox cases in children have been …
Nigeria issues Lassa Fever Public Health Advisory
By NewsDesk @bactiman63 Nigerian health officials have reported 785 confirmed Lassa fever cases in 23 states through November 24, including 160 deaths among the confirmed cases, giving it a 20 percent fatality rate. This prompted officials to issue an Lassa Fever Public Health Advisory as more cases are reported during the dry season, which began …
Sri Lanka to use Wolbachia bacteria to control Aedes mosquitoes
By NewsDesk @bactiman63 Sri Lankan health officials have reportedly taken steps to introduce Wolbachia bacteria into the environment starting in February. The pilot project is to be carried out in Colombo and Nugegoda. Bacteria are to be released in 25 Grama Niladhari Divisions around Colombo, Deputy Director General of the Ministry of Health Dr. Paba …
Dengue fever in the Cayman Islands: More local cases reported
By NewsDesk @infectiousdiseasenews Health officials with the Cayman Islands Public Health Department continue to report locally transmitted dengue fever cases, according to local media. Three additional autochthonous dengue cases have been reported during the last two weeks, bringing the total number of confirmed dengue cases since in October that were contracted locally to seventeen, with nine …
The rise and rise of the first African-American woman distiller and operator of a nationally distributed vodka
For almost six years since she released Black Momma Vodka, Vanessa Braxton has been a major force in the spirit industry in the United States. In 2013 when she introduced her ultra-premium vodka brand, she made history as the first African-American woman owner and operator of a nationally distributed vodka. She is also the founder of...
Black women at high risk of getting cancer by using hair dyes and relaxers – Study reveals
Women always love to look good and one major thing women invest in to look and feel beautiful is their hair. A new study has found some rather disturbing links between hair dyes and chemical straighteners or relaxers. The common denominator here is these beautifying products can increase one’s risk of getting breast cancer. According...
'Absolute tragedy' - one women dead and another hospitalised after swimmers got into difficulty off Antrim beach
A WOMAN has died and another is in hospital after a group of swimmers got into difficulty off Ballycastle beach, Co Antrim this morning.
5 dead, others missing after volcano erupts in New Zealand
Desperate efforts are underway to locate any additional survivors of a deadly volcanic eruption on New Zealand's White Island Monday, which killed at least five people and injured at least a dozen more.
5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano
Both New Zealanders and overseas tourists were among those who were dead, missing or injured.
Elon Musk's SpaceX warned: Your internet-beaming satellites disrupt astronomy
SpaceX's broadband project could severely disrupt space imaging and astroid detection.
Risk rooted in colonial era weighs on Bahamas’ efforts to rebuild after Hurricane Dorian
It's now officially the end of hurricane season, but the rebuilding of the Bahamas continues, slowed by the risks imposed by a history of colonialism and class division.
SpaceX nails first Falcon 9 booster launch debut in months [photos]
On December 5th, SpaceX pulled off a flawless Falcon 9 booster debut in support of the Cargo Dragon spacecraft’s CRS-19 space station resupply mission, marking the first launch of a new booster in months. More specifically, the last time SpaceX launched a new Falcon 9 booster was on June 25th, 2019 during STP-2, Falcon Heavy […]
Study sheds new light on supermassive black holes
Astronomers say most observations suggest that the bigger the galaxy, the bigger the supermassive black hole in it.
White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano
The uninhabited and privately owned volcanic island is about 50 kilometres off the mainland in the Bay of Plenty.
Greta Thunberg asks media to focus on other young climate activists
The 16-year-old said people from the global south, especially indigenous communities, need to be heard on how they are affected by climate change.
White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano
The threat level was raised last month following an increase in activity.
Jersey's changing climate
THE dramatic change in Jersey’s climate has been laid bare in new data which reveals the Island is seeing a significant rise in temperatures and is coming to the end of its hottest decade since records began.
One in seven adults are now smokers, says survey
ANTI-SMOKING campaigns have reduced the proportion of smokers in Jersey to around one in seven adults, new figures show.
Extinction Rebellion activists wearing gas masks block central London road
The protesters, outside Leicester Square Tube station, are demanding the next government tackles air pollution in the capital.
Deadly volcano eruption
A volcano off the New Zealand coast erupted Monday with a towering blast of ash and scalding steam as dozens of tourists were exploring its moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving eight others missing and feared dead, authorities said.
Ice bucket inspiration dies
Pete Frates, a former college baseball player whose battle with Lou Gehrig’s disease helped inspire the ALS ice bucket challenge that has raised more than $200 million worldwide, died Monday. He was 34.
DST switch 'reckless'
It’s late December, 6 a.m., and you hop in the shower. Dark.
A gift with a view: health-care students give back with a bench - Campus Life - Kamloops
Taking care of people isn’t for the faint of heart, and a group of recently graduated health-care assistants are showing their gratitude to their program instructors, with a gift. Kamloops’s Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Memorial Hospice Home now has a new bench, with a beautiful view of the valley. The bench is dedicated to TRU’s health-care assistant instructors, and a gift from the graduating class of April 2019. Graduate Melissa Zimmerman now works at the Overlander Residential Care facility. Looking back at her time at TRU, it was important to her to show instructors how inspiring and encouraging they were during her journey as a student. “My success has a health-care assistant has been because my instructors encouraged me to be myself. They encouraged me to bring the sparkle that I carry into the lives of everyone I meet and to every life I touch, including the families and coworkers. I try to treat everyone I care for like they are my own parents or family,” Zimmerman said. Her decision to return to school…
Surrey to get 2nd hospital
The fast-growing city of Surrey is getting a second hospital.
Intel Makes Quantum Computing Leap With 'Horse Ridge' Cryogenic Control Chip
The beauty of Horse Ridge is that it is a RF processor that dispenses with the need for hundreds of connective wires to interface quantum systems with standard computing devices to control/regulate performance.
Pesticide chlorpyrifos banned by EU
EU member states have voted to ban from the market chlorpyrifos, a pesticide which is toxic to the brain in both its forms, and has been the subject of a long-running Le Monde and EUobserver investigation.
Oceans Losing Oxygen at Unprecedented Rate, Experts Warn
Oxygen in the oceans is being lost at an unprecedented rate, with "dead zones" proliferating and hundreds more areas showing oxygen dangerously depleted, as a result of the climate emergency and intensive farming, experts have warned. From a report: Sharks, tuna, marlin and other large fish species ...
Intel Labs unveils cryogenic control chip for quantum computing
Intel Labs unveiled a first-of-its-kind cryogenic control chip, code-named Horse Ridge, that will speed up the development of quantum computing systems.
SyncThink’s eye-tracking helps monitor brain health and concussion risk
SyncThink, which uses a virtual reality headset and eye-tracking to evaluate brain health, has partnered with two clinics to help treat patients.
Survivors Of Volcano Eruption Being Treated Across New Zealand, Police Say
Police in New Zealand believe no one has survived the volcanic eruption on the White Island, which erupted at around 2.11pm local time
Wild Koala Population ‘Will Never Recover’ From Australian Bushfires
An expert fears Australia's wild koala population will never recover after the crippling bushfires tore through their habitat
Immaculate Conception
Before anything, I wish to mention that it was the feastday of the Immaculate Conception, December 8, one of the most important feastdays of the Catholic Church, celebrated worldwide. “O
Rock collapse at gold mine in South Africa kills four workers
A rock fall at the Village Main Reef’s Tau Lekoa gold mine in Orkney, North West province of South Africa, has claimed the lives of four workers.
New rule proposed for out-of-state medical marijuana users
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - Rhode Island agencies have proposed a new regulation on the sale of medical marijuana that would require out-of-state patients to present identification from their state as proof of residency.
Torrential rains in Uganda, 26 killed, says Red Cross
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) - At least 26 people have been killed in floods unleashed by heavy rains in different parts of Uganda, the Red Cross said on Monday as authorities urged people in affected areas to relocate.
New Zealand volcano erupts: 5 dead, many missing after eruption on White Island, officials say
At least five people are dead after a volcano erupted Monday on New Zealand’s White Island, officials said.
2019 Science Forum shines spotlight on local tech
The science and innovation ministry wraps up 5th Science Forum, which focused on taking local innovations to market.
Dublin restaurant forced to close after live cockroaches were found on a container of nuts during food safety inspection
November was the worst-month ever for food safety with record numbers of FSAI orders.
Mermaids at Leinster House as protest calls for end to overfishing
“The oceans are dying before our eyes – we should be doing everything we can to reverse this situation before it is too late.”
Woman missing from Castlebar found safe and well
Gardaí said no further action was required.
Preston woman hosting bumper raffle in aid of Lostock Hall hospice that cares for her dad
A Preston woman is hosting a raffle with more than £1,300 worth of prizes in aid of the Lostock Hall hospice that cares for her dad.
Leyland community hub reopens to public with free Christmas dinners for the over 65s
A group of Leyland charity trustees are celebrating the revival of a vital community hub by serving up free Christmas dinners for the over 65s.
Big Bertha: A 25,000 HP Mechanical Worm Designed in Japan for American Drilling
It’s a known fact that engineers, in their constant pursuit for innovations, have learned a good amount from nature itself, as it provides one of the best sources of inspiration.
Floods, landslide in Uganda claims 26 lives - Red Cross
Some there have resisted the government’s attempts to have them relocated to lowlands elsewhere, saying they find it hard to vacate their ancestral lands.
At least 5 killed as New Zealand volcano erupts on tourist island
New Zealand's most active volcano erupted on Monday killing at least five people with many trapped on the popular tourist spot, White Island, as conditions were too dangerous for search-and-rescue teams.
White Island volcano: All you need to know
New Zealand's most active volcano erupted violently on Monday with at least five people killed and many still trapped on White Island with rescuers unable to reach them.
How Saturn’s Moon Got Its Stripes
Fractures on Saturn’s icy moon Enceladus known as “tiger stripes” spew water-ice into space. Now, astronomers think they understand how those stripes form.
No Study Shows Indians Immune From Air Pollution: WHO Responds To Prakash Javadekar
Prakash Javadekar had said on Friday that there were not studies done in India to prove air pollution affected the health of people.
iN VIDEO: 5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano
WHAKATANE, New Zealand - A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like s
Satellites are changing the night sky
The stars we can see from Earth could soon be outnumbered by a swarm of satellites.
Empress Masako pledges to help emperor more and bring happiness to the people in birthday message
Empress Masako said Monday she is happy to have completed her duties as part of Emperor Naruhito's enthronement rituals, and pledged to continue such work
Dumping of garbage continues near Sangameswarar Temple
Despite bins are present, waste materials are dumped by the devotees
Surveillance stepped up at night in human habitations
The Forest Department has stepped up surveillance at night in human habitations that are witnessing regular movement of wild elephants in Coimbatore. Anti-poaching watchers (APW) and members of the Ra
Plea to desilt Parakkirama Pandian Kulam
TIRUNELVELIVillagers of Anaithalaiyoor and Vadakarai near Gangaikondan submitted petitions to Collector Shilpa Prabhakar Satish on Monday appealing to her to include the Parakkirama Pandian Kulam in t
Kumarakom to become plastic-free
All stakeholders in the tourism industry to come together against single-use plastics
Quarrying poses threat to hundreds of fossil tree trunks in Thiruvakkarai
Unbridled quarrying of red laterite soil near the country’s first National Fossil Wood Park is turning these fossils into dust
A school for food
Dhivya Vasudevan spreads awareness about pesticide-free agriculture to classrooms
GITAM plans to set up National Orthopaedic Learning Centre
CME programme on total knee arthroplasty organised
Water problem could lead toWorld War III, says expert
‘Disaster will strike India if governments do not heed the wake-up call’
Sumanahalli flyover: Report points to major distress in bearing support, expansion joints
Distress treatment, repairs to cost the BBMP around ₹40 lakh
Tulu Shivalli Brahmins’ meet in Udupi from Dec. 13
Vidyadheesha Tirtha Swami of Paryaya Palimar Mutt said on Monday that a Tulu Shivalli Brahmins’ First World Conference would be held at Rajangana here from December 13 to 15. Addressing presspersons h
Saving mynah
Queen Cassowary spoke to the gathering of the urgent need to save the Balinese mynah.
Quack gave consultations at govt. hospital
Had childhood dream of becoming a doctor, Sanjay Singh told police
Project and system
There are two ways of seeing order in the world: as a spontaneous system or as an intentional project. Which way lies freedom?
Changes approved at Bolton skip hire site despite local health fears
A local councillor says Lostock Skip Hire is linked to a spate of coughs, skin irritation and asthma
Eco-house and forest school on greenbelt near Bolton refused
The applicant is now appealing to the national planning inspectorate
NASA unveils stunning photo of Geminids Meteor Shower ahead of peak this weekend
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day is this stunning photo of the Geminids Meteor Shower, which was snapped in Chile in 2013
Villagers armed with flare guns try to scare off 63 polar bears invading town
A video shows rangers using flare guns to scare off polar bears near Ryrkaypiy, Russia, and the village is on lockdown over fears the hungry animals might 'eat' residents
Flood alert in force from Lowestoft to Bawdsey
A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency along parts of the Suffolk coast this evening.
Adelaide weather: Christmas 2019, the Bureau of Meteorology gives us a sneak peek at what’s in store
Searching for the Adelaide Christmas weather forecast? Here’s an early look at what’s in store as the big day approaches.
Study points to Aussie tooth decay issues
A new study has revealed high rates of untreated tooth decay among Australian adults.
Climate Change Is the Ultimate “OK, Boomer” Issue
The genesis of a generational conflict
Climate Is the Ultimate “OK, Boomer” Issue
The genesis of a generational conflict
Five killed, several injured as volcano erupts in New Zealand
Five people have died and several others are injured after a volcano erupted off the coast of New Zealand's North Island
23 Enforcement Orders issued on Irish food businesses last month
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland today reported that during the month of November, 21 Closure Orders, and 2 Prohibition Orders were served on food busine...
Man wearing reindeer slippers tips woman out of wheelchair on train as he tries to steal it
A man has been arrested after a would-be thief tipped a woman out of her wheelchair on a train and attempted to steal it.CCTV footage of the incident shows a man dressed in a red jacket and reindeer slippers, who lept out of his seat and grabbed the handles of the wheelchair as the train approached a
New Zealand volcano: British citizens among those missing or injured as five people killed in White Island eruption
The rise of 'volcano tourism' – a disaster waiting to happen Subscribe for just £1 per week - 50% off Families of British tourists are searching for information about their loved ones feared to have been caught up in a volcanic eruption that is believed to have killed 13 people. Jacinda Ardern
NASA says core stage of next Moon rocket now ready
NASA has completed the giant rocket that will take US astronauts back to the Moon, the space agency's head announced Monday, pledging the mission would take place in 2024 despite being beset by delays. The Space Launch System (SLS) is the tallest rocket ever built at a towering 212 feet (65 meters
New Zealand launches criminal investigation into deadly volcanic eruption
New Zealand police said on Tuesday they were launching a criminal investigation after a volcanic island erupted with ash and steam on Monday, killing five people, injuring more than 30 and leaving eight people missing, presumed dead. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said reconnaissance flights showed no
At least 5 dead after a New Zealand volcano erupted unexpectedly, sending ash plumes 12,000 feet into the air
New Zealand Police said the site is too dangerous to attempt to rescue anybody. The volcano could erupt again.
Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5
The webcam photograph was taken at 2:10 p.m. local time, just a minute before the eruption started. The fate of the people in the picture is unclear.
SC Partially Lifts Ban on Construction Activities in Delhi-NCR
The SC had previously deferred lifting the ban, requested by the Centre, slamming the authorities for failing to curb the pollution that had caused a near medical emergency in the capital city.
Dozens feared dead in eruption of New Zealand volcano
WHAKATANE, New Zealand (AP) — A volcano on a New Zealand island erupted Monday with a towering blast of ash and scalding steam as tourists were exploring the moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving perhaps two dozen others missing and presumed dead. Eighteen others were rescued, some of them severely burned.Police said that the site was still too dangerous hours later for rescuers to search for the missing but that aircraft had seen no signs of life.“Based on the information we have, we do not believe there are any survivors on the island,” police said in a statement.“My god,” Michael Schade tweeted as he posted video of the eruption. “My family and I had gotten off it 20 minutes before, were w
Stargazing: Is it the time again for a meteoroid to hit Earth?
According to NASA’s Asteroid Fast Facts page, a lot of space material lands on Earth every year. From the NASA page: “Every day, Earth is bombarded with more than 100 tons of dust and sand-sized particles. “About once a year, an automobile-sized asteroid hits Earth's atmosphere, creates an impressive fireball, and burns up before reaching the surface. Every 2,000 years or so, a meteoroid the size of a football field hits Earth and causes significant damage to the area.” When is the next one coming? No one knows. But NASA and other organizations worldwide constantly watch out for possible impactors from space. Even so, some escape discovery until they hit.
This Pictures Proves 1 Fact: It's Really Hard to Sink a U.S. Navy Submarine
And thank god for that.
Let Us Tell You Why White Island Erupted (And Why There Was No Warning)
In this age of technology and instrumental monitoring, it seems irrational that there should be little or no warning for such eruptions. The eruption is not caused by magma, but by steam, and this is
China's 3 Greatest Dynasties
What can Chinese history tell us about China today?
The Russian Navy Has Some Problems
Yes, they received 23 new ships this year. That's where the good news ends.
U.S. General: Space Is Where Russia and China Are Most Dangerous
The greatest threat that Russia and China pose to the United States is in space, Gen. David Goldfein, the U.S. Air Force’s chief of staff, said at an event in California in early December 2019.
Hebrew U Study: Pregnant Smokers at Higher Risk for Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes leads to higher risks for pregnancy and birth complications such as macrosomia (larger than average babies) and caesarean deliveries.
Ashkelon under Water, Residents Sail in Kayak on Hanamer Street
“There was water in the closets, in the beds, in the downstairs unit. Objects were floating."
Whakaari/White Island: The science of the eruption, and why there was no warning
We don’t normally see these eruptions coming, no matter how much we would like to. Many systems are already 'primed' for such events, but the triggers are poorly understood, writes Shane Cronin of the University of Auckland. As of Monday night five people have been confirmed dead, 18 had been res
Climate protests across Europe as COP25 summit enters second week
Madrid, Paris, Brussels and London are among the European capitals to host climate change protests
Tourists film New Zealand volcano eruption from nearby boat
Police said more casualties were feared with rescue services unable to reach New Zealand's White Island as it remained too dangerous after the volcano sent a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air
'We know that 23 people have been rescued,' says local journalist
More fatalities are likely according to authorities.
Eight-year-old climate activist climbs lamp post to protest outside COP25
Greta Thunberg may have found her successor.
Study sheds new light on supermassive black holes
Astronomers say most observations suggest that the bigger the galaxy, the bigger the supermassive black hole in it.
White Island: Tourist hotspot and New Zealand’s most active volcano
The uninhabited and privately owned volcanic island is about 50 kilometres off the mainland in the Bay of Plenty.
Greta Thunberg asks media to focus on other young climate activists
The 16-year-old said people from the global south, especially indigenous communities, need to be heard on how they are affected by climate change.
Owl rescued from Great Wyrley chimney
A tawny owl had to be rescued after becoming stuck in a chimney.
Patrick Harvie outlines importance of ‘climate election’
The Scottish Greens co-leader said it is important to have Green voices at Westminster to push other parties into taking strong climate action.
Extinction Rebellion activists wearing gas masks block central London road
The protesters, outside Leicester Square Tube station, are demanding the next government tackles air pollution in the capital.
Man injured when bathroom floor collapses in Bronx apartment
A man was injured early Sunday when his bathroom floor collapsed under him in the Bronx.
Our Oceans Are Significantly Losing Oxygen, Threatening Marine Life and Fisheries
Ocean deoxygenation is becoming a grave issue as per an IUCN report. Climate change is driving oceans to lose oxygen, at the peril of fish and marine life.
Who Exactly Invented Math?
Mathematics is at the center of our modern world, whether we'd like to admit it or not, Math is a scientific principle that seems to predate even science itself.
Hydrogel That Can Self-Heal and Shape-Shift Invented by Scientists
Scientists from the Australian National University have created a jelly that has similar self-healing properties as our human skin and muscles.
Controversial World's First Monkey-Pig Hybrids Born in China
Two piglet chimeras with monkey cells were engineered by scientists in China, the first of their kind, but died within a week of being born.
Is the FDA's Speedy Approval of New Drugs Putting Us at Risk?
The Food and Drug Administration's rapid approval of drugs may be a blessing in disguise, potentially putting life-threatening drugs into the marketplace.
Scientist Replicates Mars' Conditions in Chamber, Finds That Life Thrives
The researcher found that complex organisms could survive well on the Red Planet.
White Island Volcano Erupted, One Dead, Several Missing
The eruption of White Island volcano, also known as Whakaari, in New Zealand, killed one person, the number is expected to rise, and several others are missing.
Shocking photo of a colony of huntsman spiders living together found in Australia
A rare photo has emerged of a colony of huntsman spiders living together in nest boxes originally built for pygmy possums.
Model dies hours after liposuction, nose job at Mexico clinic, reports say
At some point in her recovery, the mother of two suffered cardiorespiratory failure, reports say.
Mom embarks on weight loss journey, drops nearly 60 pounds to 'be the legs' for disabled son
A British mom whose son will likely never talk or walk due to a rare condition affecting his brain lost nearly 60 pounds in a bid to “be the legs” for her child.
CBS’ harassment and misogyny allegations extend to local stations, report says
CBS parted ways with ex-CEO Les Moonves amid sexual misconduct claims over a year ago but the network’s local affiliates continue to face allegations of past harassment and misogyny, according to a new report.
Saturn's moon Enceladus' 'tiger stripes' mystery explained
Saturn's moon Enceladus has been shrouded in mystery since its discovery in the late 18th century, but now researchers believe they have solved what causes the moon's "tiger stripes," according to a new study.
Adorable pictures show bear teaching its young how to scratch its back
A photographer has captured remarkable images of a mother grizzly bear teaching its young cub how to scratch its back in Canada.
Incredible picture shows lion cub letting out its first roar
A wildlife photographer has captured the moment a lion cub bellowed its first roar, reminiscent of a famous scene in the Disney movie "The Lion King."
Poachers kill 2 southern white rhinos
This comes after six years of successfully keeping all rhinos in the conservancy safe.
Flying along Kenyan coastline now risky
Met department warns aviation industry as cyclonic activities take place.
Doug Ford goes back to the well on water bottling ban
The province has extended a moratorium on water bottling operations, but is it just a stall tactic?
Chemistry: The ‘why’ and ‘what’ of academic drug discovery research at the University of Strathclyde
Prof Colin J Suckling details the ‘why’ and ‘what’ of academic drug discovery research at the University of Strathclyde, as well as his thoughts on the value of a chemistry degree
New Zealand volcano claims at least five lives in first eruption in nearly two decades
A volcano erupted on New Zealand’s White Island earlier today. Early reports indicate that the event has already claimed at least five lives, and emergency recovery efforts are still underway…
Amazon saved its best AncestryDNA test deal for Green Monday
There were dozens and dozens of popular DNA test kits on sale during Black Friday 2019 and Cyber Week, but there was one deal that was nowhere to be found. Now, however, it’s finally here for…
Fake doctor who performed fatal surgeries on 15 patients jailed 54 years in Adamawa
A high court in Yola, Adamawa state capital, has sentenced Ibrahim Mustapha, a fake medical doctor, to 54 years in prison. In June, the Department of State Services (DSS) arrested
22yo Woman Accidentally Swallows 30cm Long Tube After Using it To Make Herself Vomit to Lose Weight
A 22-year-old woman makes herself vomit by inserting a tube into her stomach through her mouth in order to lose weight. This has been an unhealthy trend that's been going on in China where a community of girls actually discuss the 'tips and tricks' they can use to lose weight,…
406 patients waiting for admission to hospital bed
The HSE says there are 406 patients waiting in hospital emergency departments for admission to a hospital bed today, excluding the children's hospitals.
Swimmer dies off Co Antrim coast
A swimmer has died and another has been taken to hospital after getting into difficulty in the sea off the Antrim coast.
Ice bucket challenge inspiration Pete Frates dies at 34
BOSTON — Pete Frates, a former college baseball player whose battle with Lou Gehrig’s disease helped inspire the ALS ice bucket challenge that has raised more than $200 million worldwide, died Monday. . .
Near Space Labs releases high-resolution imagery API
Near Space Labs unveiled an application programming interface Dec. 9 offering access to high-resolution imagery captured by cameras on weather balloons.
Made In Space Europe wins LSA contract to develop inexpensive robotic arm
Made In Space Europe and Luxembourg Space Agency won a European Space Agency contract to develop an inexpensive robotic arm for space applications.
Scientists create world’s first pig-monkey hybrid in China
If there’s one thing sci-fi movies have taught us over the years, it’s that combining one animal with another animal almost always ends badly. Scientists in China aren’t trying to create mutant
Mount Sinai Hospital emergency department is a ‘war zone,’ workers say
Mount Sinai Hospital is considered one of the best in the country — but its emergency department is a “war zone” and a danger to the very patients it is supposed to save, current and former
Hello, citizens: West Java introduces app to facilitate communication with residents
The West Java administration has launched a mobile application that will enable local residents to engage in a two-way communication with administration officials, therefore allowing them to voice their concerns over certain issues and curbing the prevalence of fake news.
Polio returns to haunt Malaysia after almost 30 years
Malaysia has reported its first polio case in 27 years, health authorities said Sunday, announcing a three-month-old baby had been diagnosed on Borneo island.
NHS staff in Wales can get free Uber rides or Uber Eats meals this Christmas
The offer is available during Christmas week (December 23-27) when doctors, nurses and support staff continue to work around the clock
A gigantic asteroid will fly over the Earth during the Holidays
Asteroid collisions happen only once very 100000 years
AstraZeneca’s Calquence impresses in previously untreated CLL
AstraZeneca’s Calquence has been buoyed by impressive survival data in previously untreated chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, stacking up its case for dominance in the therapy area.
Armed with new data, BMS plans filings for Celgene CAR-T liso-cel
Shortly after closing its takeover of Celgene, Bristol-Myers Squibb has reported a positive trial for liso-cel, one of the
Sangamo steps up BioMarin chase with haemophilia gene therapy data
Sangamo has been playing catch-up with BioMarin in the race to develop a gene therapy for haemophilia A, but new data reported at the ASH 2019 congress suggest Pfizer-partnered SB-525 could gain ground.
Bluebird bio’s sickle cell gene therapy shows early-study benefit
Bluebird bio’s gene therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD), LentiGlobin, has demonstrated significant benefit in a small group of patients treated in a phase 1/2 study.
West Virginians head to Canada to find affordable insulin
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) - A group of West Virginians left the country Sunday in search of affordable insulin - they went to Canada, where insulin prices are reported to be about a tenth of what it costs people in the United States.
N. Korea believed to test new rocket engine to provoke US
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - A day after North Korea said it had performed a "very important test" at its long-range rocket launch site, there is wide speculation that it involved a new engine for either a space launch vehicle or a long-range missile.
Prosecutor warns public after cluster of drug overdoses
READING, Pa. (AP) - A district attorney in southeastern Pennsylvania issued a public health warning Monday in the wake of a series of drug overdoses, some of them deadly, believed to involve the same substance.
Hontiveros renews call for hospitals to comply with anti-deposit law
Opposition Senator Risa Hontiveros on Sunday renewed her call for all hospitals to comply with the anti-hospital deposit law, warning that those who continue violating it would be penalized.
12 LGUs receive DOH-Calabarzon’s Gintong DALOY award
The Department of Health (DOH)-Calabarzon recently awarded the first “Gintong DALOY” (Damayan para sa Aksyong Linis, Oportunidad at Yamang pangkalusugan) Award to 12 local government units (LGUs) in Quezon province.
Malaysia reports first case of polio since 1992
A three-month-old Malaysian infant has been diagnosed with polio, the first case reported in the country in nearly three decades, a top health official said on Sunday.
Global warming is robbing world’s oceans of oxygen
The amount of oxygen in the world's oceans decreased by 2 percent between 1960 and 2010 and is expected to go down by a further 3-4 percent by the year 2100 as a result of global warming, something that will have an effect on habitats and the coastal economies that depend on them.
At least 5 killed after New Zealand volcano suddenly erupts
At least five people were killed, up to 20 injured and several were reported missing after a volcano suddenly erupted off the coast of New Zealand’s North Island on Monday, spewing a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air. More casualties were feared on White Island, where the volcano erupted at about 2:11…
Army helicopters sent in to rescue dozens stranded at Centurion hotel
The air force was called in on Monday to rescue numerous people trapped by flood waters as heavy rain continued to pelt Centurion and other parts of Gauteng.
Australia's climate plan earns no credit
If the federal government gets its way on tackling carbon emissions, this will send a very bad signal to other countries that are already trying to twist the rules.
Fitbit may track sleep time accurately, but overestimate problems
Small studies have suggested that, while your Fitbit might know when you're asleep, it could think you are having a worse sleep than you are.
Feeling 'smushed' helps some people switch off, so I tried it
New products, such as weighted blankets, are claiming to help those with anxiety feel safe. Wellbeing writer Sarah Berry tried one out.
One-stop-shop: service treats mental illness, neurological, and addiction as 'brain disorders'
A new service that demolishes the “artificial silos” separating mental illness, neurological conditions aims to do for people with “brain diseases” what gold standard comprehensive cancer centres have done for cancer patients.
Bushfire threat fans the flames of anxiety
As someone with mental health issues, I find myself teetering between staying properly informed about nearby fires and spiralling into a panic.
Greta asks media to focus on other young climate activists
MADRID — Celebrity environmentalist Greta Thunberg is urging media to pay more attention to other young climate activists.
‘Time is ticking for action on antimicrobial resistance’
PYEONGCHANG, Gangwon Province -- Korea is hosting an international meeting to fight the rising public health threat of drug resistance.The seventh session of the Codex Alimentarius Commission task force on antimicrobial resistance kicked off Monday in Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province, to be held for five days through Friday.In 2015, the World Health Assembly adopted a global action plan to tackle the trend of antimicrob...
Sudden' volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing
At least five people were killed, up to 20 injured and several were reported missing after a volcano suddenly erupted off the coast of New Zealand's North Island on Monday, spewing a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air.
Prof Ajoy Roy, father of slain writer Avijit, dies at 83
Prominent Professor Ajoy Roy, the father of slain writer-blogger Avijit, has died in a Dhaka hospital at the age of 83.
Compassionate dentist honoured with Caring Dentist of the Year award
A Tipperary dentist who went out of his way to treat a victim of domestic violence has been named Caring Dentist of the Year.
Sask. syphilis outbreak continues as doctors struggle to find patients
Khan said he's worried by a newer trend driving syphilis infections: sex fuelled by crystal meth.
Thefts of defibrillators over weekend is criticised
CCTV footage shows two men stealing defibrillator from outside a shop in Drogheda
Australia burns grasslands to minimise looming bushfire risk
More than 100 fires are ablaze in New South Wales and Victoria states
Biggest mumps outbreak in a decade continues with 103 new cases last week
Worst affected part of the State is the greater Dublin area, which accounted for 1,126 cases so far this year
Woman dies swimming off Antrim coast
Another woman who got into difficulty taken to hospital; understood women were part of swim group
Forecast: Light winds with mostly dry conditions to persist through Wednesday
Light winds will continue through the first half of the week as a front stalls and diminishes near Kauai.
ESA to fund world's first space debris removal mission
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The European Space Agency has agreed to fund a mission to remove a piece of space debris -- the first of its kind -- as part of the agency's new Space Safety program.
Digital economy's environmental footprint threatens the planet
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Modern society has given significant attention to the promises of the digital economy over the past decade. But it has given little attention to its negative environmental footprint.
Majority of U.S. kids traveling overseas don't receive measles vaccine
Just over 40 percent of those eligible for the shot actually receive it, despite CDC guidelines urging vaccination.
Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- The International Space Station is running out of docking ports. Russia's Progress 74 cargo ship, which linked up with ISS early Monday morning, is one of five craft attached to the space station.
New rules for managing wild horses, burros on horizon
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Federal agents soon might expand methods to manage wild horses and burros on public lands, including unrestricted sales that could lead to slaughter for meat and sterilizing on the range, according to a rule proposed by the Department of Interior.
Steam-driven volcanic eruptions difficult to predict, poorly understood
The sudden hydrothermal eruption at White Island in New Zealand was short-lived but produced an ash plume that rose nearly two miles above the vent.
At least one dead, several missing after volcano erupts on New Zealand's White Island
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- At least one person is dead and several others are missing after a volcano on a small New Zealand island erupted Monday, authorities said.
Playing sports may carry benefits for hearing
Dec. 9 -- Playing sports may improve the brain's ability to process sounds, a finding that could lead to new therapies for people who struggle with hearing, researchers report.
Timing may be key for SIDS risk, study suggests
Dec. 9 -- New research suggests that a baby's age may offer clues to sudden unexplained infant death, or SUID -- formerly known as SIDS.
Air pollution exposure worsens lung function in current, former smokers
A study finds that poor air quality may reduce breathing capacity by 2.5 percent.
Geriatric conditions pose added danger for older heart patients in ICU
Common geriatric conditions complicate ICU stays, the American Heart Association says in a new scientific statement, requiring doctors to factor in a mix of treatment needs for older adults.
Boy, 8, finds world's biggest Hula Hoop when mum gives him after-school snack
Stunned Tom McGrath has told of his delight after finding the super-sized three and a half inch snack
Azerbaijan's secret to long life? Mountain air
There are a number of destinations around the world famed for the longevity of their residents.
Malaysia’s first polio case in 27 years is a child who wasn’t vaccinated. Here are 3 things to know about the incurable virus
Malaysia has reported its first polio case nearly three decades after the last occurence in 1992.
People are paying hundreds of dollars a night to go on meditation retreats where speaking is banned, and it shows just how far the ‘wellness generation’ is taking things
Modern life is stressful.
Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5
A photograph from a webcam operated by the New Zealand geological hazards agency GeoNet showed a group of people inside the crater of the White Island volcano moments before it erupted.
Spitting volcano keeps search parties off New Zealand island, death toll rises to six
WHAKATANE, New Zealand (Reuters) - Fearing a volcano could erupt again, search parties were unable to set foot on New Zealand’s White Island for eight people still missing on Tuesday, as police raised the death toll to six from the eruption a day earlier.
'Sudden' volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing
WHAKATANE, New Zealand (Reuters) - At least five people were killed, up to 20 injured and several reported missing after a volcano that is a tourist attraction suddenly erupted off the coast of New Zealand’s North Island on Monday.
Activist Thunberg turns spotlight on indigenous struggle at climate summit
MADRID (Reuters) - Teen activist Greta Thunberg turned a spotlight on the struggles of the world’s indigenous peoples against climate change on Monday, appearing at a U.N. summit alongside other young campaigners furious at the West’s failure to tackle the crisis.
British model Lily Cole backs climate change hunger strikers
LONDON (Reuters) - British model and actress Lily Cole on Monday visited two elderly climate change activists from the Extinction Rebellion group who have been on hunger strike outside Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Conservative Party headquarters for 22 days.
Dutch government moves to ban laughing gas
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) - The Dutch government on Monday announced plans to include nitrous oxide — better known as laughing gas — on its “black list” of forbidden drugs, in response to a rapid increase in usage of the gas among the nation’s youth.
'Sudden' volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing
WHAKATANE, New Zealand (Reuters) - At least five people were killed, up to 20 injured and several reported missing after a volcano that is a tourist attraction suddenly erupted off the coast of New Zealand’s North Island on Monday.
Caring alone for two small girls, Texas father grapples with loss
SEGUIN, Texas (Reuters) - Zak Tiemann picked up his daughters from school early this Halloween. Zayleeana, 3, and Zoey, 5, were beaming with excitement as they donned their “Frozen” costumes and went trick-or-treating in their small hometown of Seguin, Texas.
New Zealand volcano webcam captures tourists in crater moments before eruption
(Reuters) - A webcam set up on New Zealand’s White Island volcano shows at least one group of tourists were inside the crater moments before it erupted and blanketed the area in a massive ash cloud.
Grumpy Cat, lovelorn whale are stars of 2019's top animal stories
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A lovelorn singing whale, a world-famous feline sourpuss and ravenous goats credited with thwarting a dangerous California wildfire were among animals whose escapades across the United States made news in 2019.
Factbox: Previous volcanic eruptions in New Zealand
(Reuters) - At least five people were killed, up to 20 injured and several were reported missing after a volcano suddenly erupted off the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island on Monday, spewing a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air.
Deforestation Is a Death Sentence for Tropical Forest Animals
The wildlife that rely on tropical rainforests may be more screwed than we thought. A new study has found that tropical forest species are six times more sensitive to forest fragmentation than species in temperate ecosystems.
New Images Show Asteroid Bennu Spewing Bits of Itself Into Space
Images taken by NASA’s OSIRIS-REx spacecraft are helping scientists to understand why small particles are occasionally flying off the surface of Bennu, a nearly spherical asteroid that resembles a spinning top.
Turns Out a Wild Geoengineering Plan to Refreeze Arctic Sea Ice Isn't the Best Idea
As the world spins closer to climate catastrophe, fringe ideas are inching toward the mainstream. Geoengineering is among the topics that were once verboten but are now finding traction. And that includes some pretty out-there ideas, including ones focussed on saving polar ice by pumping massive amounts of seawater onto the surface of ice, where it will refreeze quicker and strengthen all icepack against melting.
Parker Solar Probe Scientists Reveal Jaw-Dropping First Results From the Sun
Last week, scientists released the surprising initial results from the Parker Solar Probe’s first two close encounters with the Sun.
India's Sacred Groves Are Disappearing, Taking Biodiversity and Culture With Them
Past the outskirts of Kochi, a teeming south Indian city of 2.1 million, it’s possible to walk a few short minutes and enter another world. Under a leafy green canopy a 90-minute drive from the city’s busy downtown core, the screech of motorcycle engines is slowly replaced by the trilling of birds. The air is cooler here, pleasant with the aroma of leaves and loam.
Reddit Uncovers Russian Interference Campaign Ahead of General Election
Fears of Russian interference ahead of the UK general election were all but confirmed this week with a Reddit post.
Hermit crabs are confusing plastic for shells and it's killing them
Research teams estimate about 508,000 hermit crabs have been killed in the Cocos (Keeling) Islands in the Indian Ocean and about 61,000 on Henderson Island in the Pacific after getting stuck in debris such as plastic bottles, which researchers said served as "deadly traps."
CROW admits 5,000th patient of 2019, a hawk showing effects of poisoning
The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) says they're taken in their 5,000th animal rescue of the year, an 11% increase in total patients over last year.
2 4-year-olds escape deadly crash by unhooking seats, climbing to safety
Washington State Patrol says two young girls are alive after they managed to unhook themselves from their booster seats and climb to safety to escape an accident.
Officers thank Cape Coral man for helping rescue woman from canal
Police have issued a Citizen Commendable Action Coin to a Cape Coral man who helped rescue an elderly woman from a canal last month.
Turkish football fans sign contract to quit smoking en masse
A football fan group in Turkey hopes to lead the way in an inspiring anti-tobacco drive which they recently inked into reality with a mass contract to quit...
Artificial intelligence extends average life expectancy
Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers acceleration in the treatment of patients as it can estimate and analyze data quickly when symptoms occur, according to...
UN report: Climate, technology could produce 'severe inequalities'
The climate crisis and technological changes could shape a 'new generation of severe inequalities in human development,' according to a U.N. report...
Penguins: The Monogamous Tuxedoed Birds That 'Fly' Underwater
There are up to 26 species of penguins in the world, most of whom mate for life, and while none of them can fly, they swim like Olympic champs.
Ice Bucket Challenge inspiration Pete Frates dead at 34
Pete Frates, whose battle with ALS inspired the Ice Bucket Challenge that raised millions for research, died on Monday at age 34 after a seven-year battle with the disease, Boston College said. The former BC baseball captain, died at his home in Beverly, Massachusetts. He had been diagnosed with the…
5 dead, many more missing or injured after New Zealand volcano erupts
A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving many more missing. Police said the site was still too dangerous hours later for rescuers to search for the missing. Police…
Peloton's Controversial Ad Wasn't a Total Loss; It Taught Entrepreneurs a Valuable Lesson in Consumer Behavior
The whole Peloton ad debacle will soon be forgotten, but no one should overlook the valuable lessons it teaches entrepreneurs.
Weatherman Issues Update on Cyclone Belna
In a statement sent to newsrooms, the Kenya Meteorological Department admitted that...
Man in Viral Video of Brutal Elephant Killing Pays Dearly
After the shocking video of the man mercilessly hacking the poor animal to death went viral, village elders have finally turned...
Marijuana testing data points to lab shopping in Nevada
When it comes to marijuana testing labs in Nevada, results may vary — wildly — according to an analysis of state data conducted by a Washington-based scientist.
5 dead, 8 missing in New Zealand volcano eruption
A volcano off the New Zealand coast erupted Monday with a towering blast of ash and scalding steam as dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving eight ...
WHO refutes Prakash Javadekar, says, ‘we wish air pollution didn’t kill people, but it does’
The environment minister had earlier claimed in Parliament that there was no established link between air pollution and a shorter life span.
Nicolas Bourbaki: One of the greatest mathematicians of 20th century never really existed
When an editor of the journal ‘Mathematical Reviews’ wrote that Bourbaki was a pseudonym, he was refuted by Bourbaki himself.
In a Chinese school, a ‘mind-reading’ headband tells teachers when their students are distracted
Neuroscience-based pedagogy might have unintended consequences.
Bragg diffraction monitors wound healing, plastic soil and other physical science innovations
Levitated nanoparticles, ion-based qubits and a sound idea for a new thermometer also on show
Molecular graphenoids make coherent spin centres
Quantum dots in graphene containing pentagonal defects might be used as quantum sensors
Scientists find a simple solution for making ferroelectric nylon thin films
Low-cost technique could be used in robotics and energy harvesting
Blue light activates antibodies on demand
Novel biological tool uses blue light to reassemble and activate antibody fragments
A decade of Physics World breakthroughs: 2014 – landing a spacecraft on a comet
Margaret Harris relives the nerve-wracking moment when the Philae lander touched down on the comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko, Physics World's Breakthrough of the Year in 2014
Occult arts and sceptical sciences
Philip Ball delves into the mystic and the physical worlds, in Physics and Psychics: the Occult and the Sciences in Modern Britain by Richard Noakes
16 cases of E. coli illnesses reported in Canada linked to Fresh Express brand lettuce
After an investigation, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is recalling Fresh Express brand sunflower crisp chopped kit due to an E coli outbreak in five Canadian provinces.
Rainy Weather Keeps Joburg Emergency Services On High Alert
The rainy weather is set to continue until at least Wednesday and in Johannesburg, emergency services are on high alert on Monday.
Centurion Floods: What You Need To Know
JOHANNESBURG – Torrential rains and flooding in Gauteng on Monday led to the closure of several roads in Centurion and Mamelodi in Tshwane. The province has been experiencing heavy downpours since last week, with the South African Weather Service warning at the weekend that the rainfall would continue at least until Wednesday. **HERE’S WHAT WE […]
The Curious Case of the Concussion Chiropractor
A Rhode Island chiropractor claims he has a method to treat a wide variety of brain-related conditions. But does it work?
Cyclist was saved by good Samaritans when he collapsed and 'died' for a moment
He says having a defibrillator machine nearby was vital
Govt to recruit over 500 health workers
Joyce Moriku Kaducu, the state minister for primary healthcare, says the ministry has been understaffed
2 4-year-olds escape deadly crash by unhooking seats, climbing to safety
Washington State Patrol says two young girls are alive after they managed to unhook themselves from their booster seats and climb to safety to escape an accident.
Special edition: Beyond education: helping girls believe in themselves
This Special Edition is available in our electronic magazine format. Please click here to download the pdf format. Etenesh Abera Bishoftu, December 09/2019 – Netsanet Alemayehu and Rediate Tibebu, both fifteen, are student trainees; and Abebech Yetebarek, one the female teachers, is a trainer. There is one common thing that ...
Special edition- Beyond education: helping girls believe in themselves
This Special Edition is available in our electronic magazine format. Please click here to download the pdf format. Etenesh Abera Bishoftu, December 09/2019 – Netsanet Alemayehu and Rediate Tibebu, both fifteen, are student trainees; and Abebech Yetebarek, one the female teachers, is a trainer. There is one common thing that ...
NASA Mission Discovers Mysterious Plumes of Particles Being Ejected From Asteroid’s Surface
The space agency said they launched the mission to study the asteroid Bennu in 2016. Samples from the celestial body would not only shed light on how planets formed and life began, but also give a better understanding of how to protect our planet from an asteroid collision.
Russia Ready to Consider Trump's Idea on New Nuclear Disarmament Treaty - Source
Russian President Vladimir Putin previously shared that he had discussed the fate of the bilateral treaty New START, set to expire soon, with his American counterpart Donald Trump during the G20 summit in Osaka, Japan in 2019, but added that what will happen with it remains unknown.
China’s Cutting-Edge PCL191 Multiple Launch Rocket System in Strategic Proximity to Taiwan – Reports
The new PCL191 system is understood to be capable of destroying multiple strategic targets such as airports, command points, and supply bases. One of the locations it is reportedly stationed at now is Xiamen in Fujian Province, just a stone’s throw away from Taiwan.
IAEA Got No Invitation From North Korea to Visit Nyongbyon Nuclear Test Site - Grossi
VIENNA (Sputnik) - The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has not received any invitation from Pyongyang to visit the Nyongbyon Nuclear Scientific Research Centre, the new director-general of the organisation, Rafael Grossi, has said in an interview.
Will China Be First to Track Signal From Aliens Far Away in Universe?
China put the world’s largest single-dish radio telescope, which is 500 metres wide, into operation in 2016. Three years later, the testing period is drawing to an end. But the development of the unique object, called the Aperture Spherical Telescope (FAST) and is hoped will find extraterrestrial intelligence, continues.
Greece Refuses US, French Extradition Requests for Russia's Vinnik - Russian Ombudswoman
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A Greek court has refused to extradite Russian national Alexander Vinnik, who has been in detention since 2017 and is wanted by several countries, to the United States and France, with a decision on Russia's relevant request yet to be made, Russian ombudswoman Tatiana Moskalkova stated.
‘A Big Wake-up Call': ‘Giant UFO’ Over California Reportedly Seen ‘by More Than 100 Witnesses’
The object could have been taken for a drone or a skydiving vehicle, if not for a combination of facts: it didn’t move and emitted no sound whatsoever.
Engineer Claims to Have Discovered Possible Location of MH370
Malaysian Airlines Flight MH370 with 239 passengers and crew disappeared from radars on 8 March 2014, and its fate continues to remain unknown. Several scientists and plane hunters have been putting forward their theories about what could have happened to the craft and where it could be currently located.
Three Brits missing feared dead on New Zealand volcano
The huge eruption on White Island New Zealand, struck at 2.11pm local time, with more than 20 people still unaccounted for.
Climate change destroyed my home and washed away everything I owned
After the typhoon, fishing was impossible as dead bodies floated in the sea for a long time afterwards.
More than 2,000 koalas dead after Australian bush fires
Experts said the blaze has ravaged koala habitat so rapidly that 'we will probably never find the bodies'.
A 'meteor hurricane' caused civilisation collapse and another could wipe us out
Space objects wreaked havoc on Earth and caused a devastating apocalypse which destroyed early societies.
Greta Thunberg leads scientists in shunning flights for top climate conference
She sailed across the Atlantic to Spain instead.