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Hunt on for ‘patient zero’ who spread Covid-19 globally from Singapore
SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — As lion dancers snaked between conference room tables laden with plastic bottles, pens, notebooks and laptops, some staff from British gas analytics firm Servomex snapped photos of the performance meant to bring good luck and fortune. But the January sales meeting in a luxury...
Storm Dennis flood risk could be worse than Ciara
The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings covering most of the UK this weekend.
weight loss - reducing inflammatuion may be the key | TheHealthSite.com
Weight loss - Your weight gain may be due to inflammation. But you can still lose weight by following our easy and safe tips.
Turkey Says to Export Fast-results Coronavirus Detection Kit
China's coronavirus outbreak has showed no sign of peaking with health authorities reporting more than 5,000 new cases earlier on Friday
Science behind the 'beer goggles' effect revealed: People who have consumed alcohol are just as 'diverted' by ugly people as attractive ones
UK psychologists have researched the science behind the 'beer goggles' effect, where alcohol consumption can influence whether we find others attractive.
Funerary Parlour Chief Reveals Marilyn Monroe's Striking Transformation Before Death
The funerary service head also claimed that the legendary movie star was laid to rest with no underwear on because apparently she "never wore panties" in life.
New Paltz water deemed safe to drink after testing
A do-not-drink advisory has been lifted in New Paltz after a damaged fuel line led to complaints about the taste and smell of the water, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Friday.
New technology for pathogen detection driven by lasers
Researchers at Purdue University have been working to develop new technologies to help stop the spread of foodborne illnesses, which kill 3,000 people a year, by detecting them more efficiently. They ...
Schools are evacuated after strong winds damage roof
STAFF and pupils at two St Helier schools were sent home yesterday afternoon after storm-force winds caused damage to a roof.
1 in 3 plants and animals could be extinct in 50 years
Unless global warming declines, extinction is in store for as many as one-third of Earth's species of plants and animals worldwide.
Study finds no advantage in using two antibiotics to treat MRSA infections
A world-first clinical trial has called into question the effectiveness of using more than one antibiotic to treat the deadly 'super-bug', Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia, commonly known as Golden Staph.
Mumps warning after 5,042 cases - highest number in a decade
In 1998, doctor Andrew Wakefield led a study that linked the MMR vaccine to autism. His work was subsequently discredited and he was struck off
China says 6 health workers died from virus, 1,716 infected
BEIJING: Six health workers have died from the new coronavirus in China and more than 1,700 have been infected, health officials said Friday, underscoring the risks doctors and nurses have taken due to shortages of protective gear.
Forgiveness combined with acetaminophen can alleviate social pain
Most everyone experiences the pain of social rejection at some point in their lives. It can be triggered by the end of a romantic relationship, losing a job or being excluded by friends.
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N Krishna Kumar recalls some of his precious memories of being in the Indian Forest Service and the treks he took with some wildlife greats
Turkey says to export fast-results coronavirus detection kit
ANKARA, Feb 14 — Turkey will in coming days export to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan locally-produced coronavirus detection kits that can get results in about two hours, its health minister said today. China’s coronavirus outbreak has showed no sign of peaking with health authorities reporting more...
Nigerian prince, 62, turns his back on royal life back home where his brother is The Paramount Ruler of Odo-Ayandelu to spend his days hunting leaks for Thames Water in London
Akeem Adenuga, 62, comes from the state of Lagos, Nigeria, where his brother is Royal Majesty Oba Asunmo Ganiyu Aderibigbe Balogun, Jamade 1, Paramount Ruler of Odo-Ayandelu.
How Wollongong Uni beefed its tech to handle new 1t, 10GB/s microscopes
That's microscope, not telescope: Benchmark Awards 2020 finalist.
How the Hell Did This Live Frog Get Inside a Green Pepper? An Investigation
A way too deep investigation into how a frog found its way into a Quebec couple's whole bell pepper.
Scientists develop tech to convert carbon dioxide into hydrocarbon fuel
Malmstadt said that in contrast, the team's discovery uses a millifluidic reactor process, a very small scale chemical reactor system, which has a minimal environmental footprint.
Northumbrian Water to challenge regulator over price controls
North East water firm wants to balance reductions to bills with environmental improvements
Love Yourself, on Valentine’s Day and Always
Self-love is a choice and one I hope you will choose on Valentine’s day and always. Here's how I've done just that, in spite of my past abuse.
Chemical process breaks down lignin and turns birch wood into usable chemical products
A team of researchers affiliated with multiple institutions in Belgium has developed a chemical process that breaks down lignin and turns birch wood into usable chemical products. In their paper published ...
‘Bali remains safe’, says provincial health agency after Chinese tourist tested positive for COVID-19
DENPASAR, Bali: A traveller who was tested positive for COVID-19 after returning to China from Bali is unlikely to have contracted the virus in ...
Viernes dazzles in MPBL All-Star Game, Carlos rules Dunk Contest anew
Jeff Viernes puts the South All-Stars on his back to win the All-Star MVP for the second straight year
'Exhausted': Doctors at China's virus epicentre overworked and unprotected
Tired and understaffed, medical workers have had to deal with thousands of new cases per week in Wuhan, the city at the epicentre of the outbreak.
Hong Kong doctor battles fear and separation on virus 'dirty team'
HONG KONG: After gruelling shifts treating coronavirus patients, Hong Kong doctor Alfred Wong often finds himself alone in a hotel room eating ...
What My Epilepsy Taught Me About the Value of Time
We know more about epilepsy than ever. But I am still trying to reckon with mine.
As passenger angst grows, Japan to let some off ship, but fewer than hoped
For a moment on Thursday, John and Carol Montgomery thought they might be departing early from the cruise ship quarantined in Yokohama, Japan, where new cases of the coronavirus have been confirmed almost daily.
BREAKING Judges rule doctors can stop providing life-support to brain-damaged baby
Four-month-old Midrar Ali is at the centre of a court battle in which his parents, Karwan and Shokhan Ali, are desperate for his treatment to continue
The Neglected Consequences of Foot-Binding
Just how much is society willing to damage women in order to control them?
Chinese husband escorts his doctor wife to work by driving behind her to ensure he doesn’t catch coronavirus from her… as she walks through the rain at 3am
The female paediatrician, who works in a hospital treating coronavirus patients, had been staying away from home out of concerns that she could catch the disease and pass it onto her partner
Lacking in Charm: Pit Viper Bit Famous Indian Snake Rescuer Who Is Now Under Watch for 72 Hours
New Delhi (Sputnik): A renowned wildlife conservationist from India, who has captured over 50,000 stray snakes, was rushed to hospital in the state of Kerala after a deadly pit viper bit him during a rescue operation.
GHS engages senior journalists on COVID-19
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WHO: Coronavirus cases among health care workers peaked in third and fourth week of Jan
"We need to know more about the infection of 1,760 Chinese health workers, including the time period and circumstances," World Health Organization (WH
Light touch on the skin loses its pleasure in people with migraine
A recent study published in the journal Cephalalgia, the official journal of the International Headache Society, builds on the sensorial characteristics of migraine patients.
Mountain crash pilot hails Saudi rescue teams for saving his life
TOKYO: The University of Tokyo and Misk Initiatives Centre on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding to set up the Mohammed bin Salman Center for Future Science and Technology. It will support innovation in scientific research and technological development between the Kingdom and Japan in fields such as big data, cybersecurity, renewable energy, energy efficiency,
No country for Orang Asli
FOR hundreds of years, the Orang Asli roamed the jungles of the Malay peninsula that provided all they needed for a livi...
They Wanted Research Funding, So They Entered the Lottery
A survey of New Zealand scientists found that recipients of a randomized funding program favored random allocations of some kinds of grant money.
Young people in England urged to have MMR vaccine following mumps surge
Public Health England says fivefold increase partly down to ‘Wakefield generation’ who missed out on vaccine
Coronavirus cases surge for 2nd day after China revises diagnosis criteria
China on Friday confirmed another 5,090 coronavirus infections, and 121 more deaths, bringing the death toll near 1,400, according to The Associated Press. The country has seen a surge in new cases for the last two days since health authorities in Hubei province, the epicenter of the outbreak, changed the way they identify infections, with most of the new cases based on a physician's diagnosis before lab results come back. The surge in confirmed cases has dampened hope that the spread of the flu-like virus was slowing, but health experts say the higher numbers are partly due to the new methodology. "I suspect but can't be certain that the underlying trend is still downwards," said Paul Hunter, a professor of health protection at the University of East Anglia in England. Harold Maass
Ibrah One Claims He Has Found A Cure For CoronaVirus
Ghanaian socialite, Ibrah One has dramatically claimed he has found the cure for Coronavirus and claims he's ready to kiss an infected patient as proof of the potency of his new discovery
Female Baloot players show off their skills at Saudi championship
RIYADH: Pulmonary hypertension is one of the few diseases that require an accurate and rapid diagnosis and prompt treatment as it can lead to heart failure and death, a medical conference in Riyadh heard. Dr. Abdullah Al-Dalaan, president of the Saudi Association for Pulmonary Hypertension, was speaking at the 13th Pulmonary Hypertension Conference. He told delegates that the
NASA selects four possible missions to study the secrets of the solar system
NASA has selected four Discovery Program investigations to develop concept studies for new missions. Although they're not official missions yet and some ultimately may not be chosen to move forward, the ...
I have no hands in the death of Kofi B – Ofori Amponsah
Highlife musician Ofori Amponsah has come out to rubbish claims made weeks ago that he has a hand in the death of fellow highlife musician Kofi B. It
Crew, researchers onboard Chinese research vessel found no fever
Authorities conducted health checks on 59 crew members and researchers onboard on a Chinese research vessel that arrived in Yangon Region on February 12 to do marine science research in cooperation with Myanmar, and no one was found to have a fever, the Ministry of Health and Sports reported.
Bridges: Alex Wilson's research brings everyone into the circle
Wilson has used her work to develop a literature base around Two Spirit identities, in order to both affect change in education and policy.
Love, cuddles and hormones: How oxytocin shapes the way we bond and build trust
The feeling of strong or constant affection for a person is described as love, but did you know that it is also a physical process in the brain triggered...
Smelling your romantic partner’s T-shirt improves sleep efficiency
Forget counting sheep. If you really want a good night's sleep, all you may need is your romantic partner's favorite T-shirt wrapped around your pillow.
Coronavirus outbreak: DGCA extends screening to passengers arriving from Japan, South Korea
Till date, only passengers arriving from Thailand, Singapore, China and Hong Kong were being screened for possible exposure to the respiratory virus.
Man, 59, docked for peddling 22kg Cannabis
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the remand in a correctional centre of a 59-year-old man, Michael Ocho for drug trafficking.
SpaceX plans to launch fifth Starlink batch Sunday
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 14 (UPI) -- SpaceX plans to launch its fifth batch of Starlink satellites from Florida at 10:25 a.m. EST on Sunday, after postponing a Saturday attempt due to weather concerns.
Family lose battle to keep brain-damaged baby alive
Court of Appeal judges have ruled that doctors can stop providing life-support treatment to newborn Midrar Ali.
The 'electronic Griffiths phase' in solid-state physical systems
Most theories of solid state and soft matter physics were developed independently; thus, a few physical concepts are applicable to both. Recent research, however, particularly a study by Elbio Dagotto, ...
U.S. economist says impact of COVID-19 on Chinese, world economy limited
CHICAGO, Feb. 13 -- The effect of the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19, on the Chinese economy will be limited, said Khairy Tourk, a professor of economics with the Stuart School of Business of the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago.
Warnings issued as Storm Dennis to bring very wet and windy weather over weekend
Met Éireann has issued two weather warnings ahead of the arrival of Storm Dennis over the weeken...
A mass burial is held for more than 2,400 fetal remains found in a garage in Illinois
A mass burial was held in Indiana on Wednesday for the more than 2,400 fetal remains found last year in the Illinois garage of a doctor who performed abortions.
China develops convalescent plasma therapy for coronavirus patients
China National Biotec Group said it has collected plasma from some recovered patients to prepare therapeutic products including convalescent plasma and immune globulin.The CNBG says 3 critically ill patients in Wuhan received convalescent plasma treatment on 8 Feb. Currently, over 10 critically ill are under plasma treatment
Second pediatric flu death occurs in Arizona during 2019-20 season
The second pediatric flu death of the 2019-2020 season has been reported, according to officials.
'I Knocked on Hell's Door': This Is What It Feels Like to Catch the Coronavirus
“I knocked on hell’s door,” says patient, who’s now recovered.
Is Betelgeuse Approaching a Crossroads?
Astronomers wonder what Betelgeuse will do next. Has it reached a crossroads? Will it start to brighten again? Or might it go supernova?
Cocoa may improve lower-leg blood flow, walking in peripheral artery disease
Must be rich in flavanol for optimum effect.
Espresso May Be Better Ground Coarser
A very fine grind can actually hamper espresso brewing, because particles may clump more than larger particles will.
EastEnders fans predict drug death for Bex Fowler
She accepted pills from Dotty Cotton
China says 6 health workers died from coronavirus, 1,716 infected
BEIJING: Six health workers have died from the new coronavirus in China and more than 1,700 have been infected, health officials said Friday (Feb ...
Russia Leads Multinational Stablecoin Initiative
Russia is taking the lead in issuing a multinational stablecoin backed by commodities with the Eurasian Economic Union, or EAEU, and BRICS countries.
How AI is stopping the next great flu before it starts
Researchers are leveraging AI to develop new vaccines to diseases faster than ever.
Study provides a detailed molecular snapshot of endometrial cancer
A study published Feb. 13 in Cell provides an unprecedented look at the dozens of molecular steps that occur to bring about endometrial cancer, commonly known as uterine cancer.
Coronavirus Microscope Images Published by U.S. Researchers
More than 63,000 people in China have been infected by the virus, and more than 1,300 have died. There is no known vaccine or drug that’s been proven effective.
HOURS of misery in coronavirus lockdown at Heathrow: Passengers tell how family of eight from Malaysia were screened off by staff in hazmat suits aboard one of EIGHT flights quarantined simultaneously
MailOnline understands a British Airways flight from Kuala Lumpur was held up on the tarmac for two hours after a passenger fell ill. Sources say delays at UK airports are happening regularly.
World Vision donates water purifiers to NADMO
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Secret Life of the Zoo viewers are left 'angry' at BULLYING fish for refusing to let the 'runt' of the aquarium leave the water to feed
Dominant mudskipper Arnie was seen bullying the 'runt' of the aquarium Danny in last night's episode of Channel 4's Secret Life of the Zoo.
Mount Pleasant drug raid: woman refused bail due to unacceptable risk
A woman charged with drug trafficking has been considered a danger to other people's safety.
Pokemon Go Field Research quests: February missions and rewards list
If you want to be the very best, you’ll need to stay on top of the Pokemon Go Research Quests – constantly changing missions and activities that players can pick up and complete for bonuses and rewards. Here’s all the current missions for February 2020. Pokemon Go’s research quests are split into two categories: Field […]
China Covid-19 death toll nears 1,500; over 64,000 infections
BEIJING: The death toll from China’s Covid-19 coronavirus epidemic rose to 1,483 on Friday, but the number of new infections in hard-hit Hubei province fell after a change in case definitions caused a massive increase the previous day.
China says 6 medics died from virus
Report underscores risks doctors and nurses have taken due to shortages of protective gear.
No health risks from smelly landfill
Residents living near a Walsall landfill site been assured they are not exposed to any health risks despite being left sick from the odour coming from the site.
Nasa confirms 'potentially hazardous' asteroid will pass Earth safely tomorrow
The gigantic space rock will miss us by about 3 million miles
Boy, 4, drowns on Thomas Cook holiday after sneaking into adults-only pool
Little Isaac Webster sneaked through a gap in a safety barrier as his mother was looking for sun cream and drowned in the pool during a Thomas Cook family holiday in Egypt
Iron Age temple discovered at Tel Motza near Jerusalem calls into question the Biblical claim that Solomon's Temple was the only temple in the ancient Kingdom of Judah
According to the Bible, the Jewish people were prohibited from worshipping outside of Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem - and the other 'high places' of worship were destroyed.
NDLEA destroys 34, 560.9438 kilograms of drugs, substances in Ogun
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has publicly destroyed over 34, 560 kilograms of hard drugs in Ogun.
A home-grown news site for Peterborough
Archant launches Peterborough Matters in Peterborough, UK, the first site as part of the Neon Project and the second for the GNI’s Local Experiments Project.
Three celebrity chefs in Delhi
Over this weekend, Delhi will see Peter Kuruvita, Gary Foulkes, and Marco Pierre White — all three, chefs who’ve attained celebrity status — do ticketed events
British Tesco executive, 50, dies while paddle boarding off of Lanzarote
Ofer Deshe, 50, was pulled out of the sea by surfers after getting into difficulties off spectacular Famara Beach.
Cruise ship has largest cluster of COVID-19 patients outside China — WHO
The 218 passengers and crew onboard the cruise ship MV Diamond Princess who have tested positive for coronavirus disease-2019 represents the largest cluster of COVID-19 cases outside China, a top World Health Organization (WHO) official said on Thursday.
broken heart syndrome - know all about it | TheHealthSite.com
You may be madly in love. But if the relationship falls apart, you may develop a broken heart syndrome. Know how to deal with it.
Deaths from dengue fever in Paraguay spike to 16 under strained health system
ASUNCION (Reuters) - Paraguay health officials said on Friday that deaths from dengue fever increased to 16 in the South American country’s worst outbreak of the disease in the last decade, severely straining its health system.
Supergirl's 100th Episode Will Bring Back Two Major Villains
Supergirl's 100th episode will bring back two actors who played major villains in Seasons 3 and 4.
Lab investigates underpinnings of political polarization
Immigration. Abortion. Guns. Name a third-rail conversation topic and chances are Xiaowen Xu is talking about it—and she knows you are, too.
Toppled but Not Gone: U.N.C. Grapples Anew With the Fate of Silent Sam
A judge this week scrapped a deal to give the Confederate statue, which was torn down by protesters in August 2018, to the Sons of Confederate Veterans.
As Mating Rituals Go, Valentine’s Day Isn’t So Bad
Four reproductive tales from the animal kingdom, where sealing the deal doesn’t always turn out so great for one partner.
Fans say Natalie Cassidy and fiancé Marc Humphreys are ‘adorable’ as she posts date night picture
The actress plays Sonia Fowler on the soap
One of UK coronavirus patients ‘attended Westminster conference’
Nine people have been confirmed with Covid-19 in the UK.
Van Nuys has most dangerous intersection in LA, study says
The most dangerous intersection in Los Angeles saw 47 traffic collisions in 2019.
Databases leak exposed 900K plastic surgery records with nude photos
Leaked images, many of them graphic nude photos, were from imaging firm NextMotion in France
Gilead drug prevents type of coronavirus in monkeys, raising hope for China trials
An experimental Gilead Sciences antiviral drug prevented disease and reduced the severity of symptoms in monkeys infected with Middle East respiratory synd
Kevin Smith's Masters of the Universe Casts Hamill, Conroy & More
Mark Hamill, Kevin Conroy, Lena Headey and Sarah Michelle Gellar headline the voice cast for Kevin Smith's Masters of the Universe: Revelation.
Image: Bolivian highland heart
For Valentine's Day, we bring you this Copernicus Sentinel-2 image capturing a beautiful heart-shaped geographical formation in the dramatic landscape of the southern highlands of Bolivia.
Climate change could cut lifespan of cold-blooded species – study
Scientists say their findings suggest global warming could have a huge impact on the life expectancy of some animals.
First Lady sets pace for Beyond Zero
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14 – Ahead of the fifth edition of Beyond Zero Half Marathon, First Lady Margaret Kenyatta on Friday set the pace by flagging off a Get the latest local and international sports updates, football, rugby, athletics, golf, cricket and more
Promising molecule could stop or slow Parkinson’s
A promising molecule has offered hope for a new treatment that could stop or slow Parkinson’s, something no treatment can currently do.
Expert enlightens on dangers of bush burning
David Afolayan, an Environmentalist and Geographic Information Science (GIS) expert, has cautioned Nigerians on the dangers of bush burning..
A simple, straightforward approach to protein modification
Proteins are essential parts of organisms; thus, they are widely used in medicine, biology and chemistry. Enhancing their inherent properties by adding functional molecules to their structures is a common and important step in many fields.
Forest soils release more carbon dioxide than expected in rainy season
Current carbon cycle models may underestimate the amount of carbon dioxide released from the soil during rainy seasons in temperate forests like those found in the northeast United States, according to ...
This Valentine’s Day: Follow your heart & avoid trans fat
Valentine’s Day revolves around sweet treats. While boxes of chocolate and fancy dinners may be on your mind, listen to your heart! Your dietary decisions can affect
Coronavirus May Live up to 9 Days on Surfaces, New Study Finds
It turns out the coronavirus can be spread by touching infected surfaces now. A new study has found that the virus can live for up to nine days on surfaces, exacerbating the issue.
Vaccine scare: Threat to global health
THE Dengvaxia incident last 2017 which killed eight children had caused serious trauma to families of victims, scared other people and resulted in lost of confidence in vaccines. With the reemergence of some deadly diseases in the country like polio, tuberculosis and measles, the public is facing an infectious disease crisis with the recent outbreak of corona virus or COVID-19.
Polymers to the rescue! Saving cells from damaging ice
Cell therapies hold great promise for revolutionizing the treatment of cancers and autoimmune diseases. But this multibillion-dollar industry requires long-term storage of cells at super-cold cryogenic ...
Mysterious 'ghost population' of ancient humans discovered in African DNA
Scientists examining the genomes of West Africans have detected signs that a mysterious extinct human species interbred with our own species tens of...
Perth group reviews damning inquiry into mental health across Tayside
A highly critical report on NHS Tayside's mental health services has had its first public airing.
The Trump Administration vs. Children
A new report shows how the most innocent are collateral damage in the war against science being waged by the president and his agencies
Scientists reveal catalytic mechanism of lovastatin hydrolase
Hyperlipidemia, one of the most common threats to human health, refers to an abnormal increase of cholesterol and/or triglycerides in the blood. One effective method for prevention and treatment of the ...
You didn’t touch these Jellyfish, but they can sting you with tiny grenades
Cassiopea xamachana, a species of upside-down jellyfish, emits tiny balls of stinging cells that then swim around on their own and sting anything in their path.
Another MCA pronounced dead
Days after the death of MCA Cyrus Omondi
Autism New Zealand Autism Resource Centre
Australasia’s first Autism Resource Centre is set to open its doors formally on the 20th of February. The centre is the first of its kind and boasts several services in which the autistic community in Wellington can utilise. This building was specifically designed to not only suit the needs of the autistic community, but to marry its environment. Inspired by Petone and the surrounding valley, the buildings geographical surroundings were the fundamental features in which the designers took inspiration from.
NASA: Massive Asteroid Will Come Into Close Contact With Earth On 15th February
NASA has announced that a giant asteroid that could cause planet-wide devastation will hurtle close to Earth at a speed of 34,000km per hour tomorrow (15th February) at approximately 6:05 a.m. Thankfully, Earth is just narrowly out of range from the kilometer-wide asteroid, officially referred to as 2002 PZ39, as…
Bloomberg: Coronavirus could infect two-thirds of globe, research shows
Even if there were a way to reduce transmission by half, that would still imply that roughly one-third of the world would become infected.
UBCO brings in new leader
UBC Okanagan will have a new face heading its leadership team through the new decade.
Do Different Kinds Of Alcohol Make You Different Kinds Of Drunk?
When your friend gets tipsy and starts rambling about how tequila turns her into a savage party monster, and then your other friend vehemently calls bullshit, calmly put your hands up and say this: "Friends. Please. I got this." And then explain to them what I'm about to explain to you....
How To Start Meditating With Your Child
If it seems like our kids are more scheduled, more anxious and more pressured than ever before, it’s because they probably are. It can be challenging for them (and us!) to find ways to unplug and relax. But for kids as young as preschool age, a few minutes of meditation every day can teach them how to stop, focus...
Young doctors anxiously wait for jobs while state hospitals battle to treat patients
The doctors said they had been waiting since December to be placed in their community service posts after completing their ...
Concern over raw sewage spill on Fish Hoek Beach
Residents of Fish Hoek have raised concerns after a sewage spill discharged into the lighthouse stormwater outlet on Fish Hoek beach.
More sexual partners linked to higher cancer risk
If you need more than two hands to count the number of lovers you've had in your life, new research suggests you might want to worry about your cancer risk.
James Blake releases statement defending girlfriend Jameela Jamil
'It’s pretty disgusting to watch the woman I love just be dog piled on every day for such ridiculous things'.
Germanium fuzz without the downsides? Mad Professor's new Fuzz 32 says yes
It's a very limited edition but it could be very good indeed
No relief from increasing pollution
The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) has confirmed that pollution levels across Bengaluru are touching alarming levels. Ongoing road works, unregulated construction and disappearing
What it's like to get coronavirus: Student from Wuhan reveals his three-week ordeal including 102F fever, pains 'in every part of my body' and a cough so bad 'I thought I would die'
The 21-year-old from Wuhan, going under the pseudonym Tiger Ye, said he first noticed symptoms on January 21 - kicking off three weeks of 'hell' where he got so sick that he thought he might die.
San Diego aquarium breeds rare weedy sea dragon in captivity
The 18-foot-long tank has 11 weedy sea dragons and three leafy sea dragons, which have never been bred in captivity.
Weight loss is the best medicine for Perth nurse
'Miss Slinky' embraces new lifestyle
Biologists investigate the role of the largest animal brain cells
The brains of most fish and amphibian species contain two types of conspicuously large nerve cells. These are the largest cells found in any animal brain. They are called Mauthner cells and trigger lightning-fast ...
Coronavirus pods set up at Black Country hospitals
Coronavirus assessment pods have been set up outside hospitals in the region to stop A&E departments being overrun.
Mumps cases at highest level in a decade as a result of 'anti-vax information', says government
The number of recorded cases of mumps has soared to its highest level in a decade, new figures have shown. Mumps is a contagious infection that causes the glands on the side of the face to swell
'Don't be showing your face at the weekend!': Man called STORM DENNISS gets trolled online by people begging him not to ruin their homes and gardens
Storm Denniss, 24, of Whitby, Yorkshire, was given the name Storm because he was born a particularly blustery night in March 1995.
As WHO Forum Ends, Updated Figures From China Reveal New Virus Has Infected Over 60,000 Worldwide
As the world's leading health experts wrapped up a two-day forum about the coronavirus at the World Health Organization's Geneva headquarters Wednesday, new figures out of China over the past 24 hours revealed that the respiratory illness has now infected more than 60,000 people globally.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry reportedly paid a secret visit to Stanford University
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly made a secret trip to Stanford University on Tuesday to discuss plans for their new charitable foundation, Sussex Royal.
China reports 5,000 new coronavirus cases, cruise ship disembarks in Cambodia
China's coronavirus outbreak showed no sign of peaking with health authorities on Friday reporting more than 5,000 new cases, while passengers on a cruise ship blocked from five countries due to virus fears finally disembarked in Cambodia.
Espresso May Be Better when Ground Coarser
A very fine grind can actually hamper espresso brewing, because particles may clump more than larger particles will.
I felt crazy for worrying about my sex life while cancer was trying to kill me
LOVE is in the air – and I like it. I know it’s a gimmick, but I’m a fan of Valentine’s Day, mainly because I don’t expect anything – other than a soppy cuddle f…
More people die taking selfies than in shark attacks
Selfies kill.
Patients, staff of Maternal and Children’s Hospital thrilled on Chocolate Day
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Water main repairs to clog traffic around McCully Street | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Board of Water Supply repair work continues today on a damaged 30-inch main at McCully and Young streets, which will affect traffic in the area.
10+ Morning Hacks to Get Your Day Off to a Good Start
Cracking an egg in your morning coffee or adding a pinch of salt to it are actually just a couple of the many simple ways to help you get on your feet easier in the morning. Aside from being extremely tasty — since it takes away any of the bitterness — an egg in your coffee is also extremely helpful to start your day strong and full of energy.
ImmunoGen, Inc. (IMGN) CEO Mark Enyedy on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
ImmunoGen, Inc. (NASDAQ:IMGN) Q4 2019 Results Earnings Conference Call February 14, 2020, 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Courtney O’Konek - Senior Director of Corporate Communications & IR Mark
Attempts at Debunking “Fake News” about Epidemics Might Do More Harm Than Good
Batting down conspiracy theories about disease outbreaks such as that of the new coronavirus may prove counterproductive to public health efforts
Flash floods, hail, rain: Nightmare for Friday commuters
Hail, flash flooding and heavy rain are expected in Melbourne on Friday afternoon, just as commuters head home for the weekend.
This is what it feels like to have Covid-19 coronavirus
FOR one Covid-19 coronavirus patient at ground zero of the outbreak, the journey from infection to recovery was a nightmare scenario that entailed multiple hospital visits, symptoms so severe he thought he would die and quarantine under police watch.
Who owns your (valuable) health data?
There's a mass of information on you out there: not just medical records, but also that compiled by trackers we wear and download. No wonder it's so valuable.
AI used to ‘predict heart attack and stroke for the first time’
New research from Barts Health NHS Trust and University College London used an AI tool to analyse blood flow scans and predict possible health issues.
Weight loss drug Belviq pulled from market over FDA cancer risk concerns
The prescription medication has been in clinical trials that the FDA say show patients could get cancer.
Coronavirus testing pods set up at hospitals after NHS demand
Coronavirus testing-pods have been set up at Shropshire hospitals as the UK ups its preparations for dealing with the virus.
CDC grant allows CUNY SPH and NYU Grossman School of Medicine to participate in CPCRN meeting
Fifty-three cancer researchers from eight different academic institutions around the country and their federal agency partners met in Chapel Hill on January 27 and 28 to launch the next five years of the Cancer Prevention and Control Research Network.
Woman arrested after faking coronavirus to skip queue at doctor's surgery
Claudia Maria Rosa da Silva went to the health clinic in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, claiming to have the virus saying she had just returned from Hong Kong
Israel Gives Modern-Day “Miriam’s Well” to Gaza: “Water From Thin Air”
Watergen is bringing the miracle of Miriam's Well to thirsty people around the world.
Suicide: Psychologist urges youths to embrace dialogue
Ofordile said that a lot of people silently commit suicide in Nigeria without people noticing or recognising it. According to Ofordile...
Duroflex Orthopaedic Mattress Range; What makes it unique
Taking the mattress industry by storm, Duroflex Mattresses recently launched India’s only certified Orthopaedic Mattress range. It is tested and recommended by the National Health Academy.This comes a
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Appeal judges ruled stopping life-support treatment was in Midrar Ali’s best interest.
Here's why Harry and Meghan made a secret stop at Stanford University in California
Harry and Meghan are gearing up to launch their new charitable entity.
World's first AI can predict when patients will have a heart attack or stroke better than a DOCTOR, study shows
Artificial intelligence was tested by Barts Health NHS trust. The AI was used to analyse blood flow scans of more than 1,000 patients its predictions were more accurate than a doctor.
Chloe Ferry hits the beach in impossibly tiny bikini that barely contains her modesty
The Geordie Shore star is busy soaking up the sun in Dubai with her bestie and co-star Bethan Kershaw, and as ever, the girls aren't shy about showing some skin
Mangaldai College Recruitment 2020
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Kinross-shire GP fears for future of health service due to over-development and practice closures
A Kinross-shire doctor has said he fears for the future of health care in the area due to over-development in the region and a lack of facilities and staff.
Should you drink alkaline water?
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Jokowi dreams of AI bureaucracy. But why is his administration waging war on science?
Science is not a religious dogma that is immune to criticism and revisions. However, that is by no means a license to dismiss it just because you dislike its conclusions or find them disturbing or inconvenient.
Man gets prison for selling fatal drugs to billionaire's son
CLEVELAND (AP) — An Ohio man was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for selling cocaine laced with heroin and fentanyl to a Greek billionaire's son who was found dead in a Cleveland hotel room.Terry Lee Christian, 36, pleaded guilty in October to charges related to selling the drugs that killed 34-year-old Sokratis S. Kokkalis in July 2018 and for using a cellphone in a drug transaction. He was sentenced Wednesday in federal court in Cleveland.Christian sold the drugs to Kokkalis outside Jack Cleveland Casino, authorities said. Christian said at his plea hearing that he thought the drugs contained only cocaine. Kokkalis was in Cleveland for a gambling conference.Kokkalis' father, Socrates P.
China says 6 health workers died from virus, 1,716 infected
Six health workers have died from the new coronavirus in China and more than 1,700 have been infected, health officials said Friday, underscoring the risks doctors and nurses have taken due to shortages of protective gear.
AAO urges people to protect themselves from age-related macular degeneration
Even though Marlene Klein was having trouble recognizing familiar faces and began to mistake her fingers for carrots as she chopped vegetables, she had no idea she was slowly losing her vision to a leading cause of blindness, age-related macular degeneration.
By 2060, a quarter of U.S. residents will be over age 65
Although women are still projected to live longer than men by 2060, as they do now, life expectancy is expected to grow larger for men than woman.
New health college on the horizon for Wright State University
FAIRBORN — Health care and education are continually changing, and Wright State University is reorganizing some of its academic units into a new health-focused college to better serve its students and the region.
'People are suffering': French doctors cite funding, staff shortages in public hospitals
French public hospitals have been hit by walkouts for more than 10 months. Outside the Hôpital Saint-Louis in Paris, pasted messages attest to rising anger and concern among medical staff, who say th…
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Garbage in Karachi
Sir, through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw attention of the concerned authorities towards the serious problem of garbage in Karachi because when it comes to garbage, Kar
sweet potatoes - add this food to your daily diet | TheHealthSite.com
The humble sweet potatoes come packed with a variety of nutrients that offer an instant health boost. Know why you must add this to your regular diet.
Belgian OncoDNA closes €19 million Series B to expand its oncology software
Gosselies-based OncoDNA, the healthtech making precision medicine a reality, today announced that it has completed a €19 million Series B equity financing. The new funding will support rapid international growth, accelerate software development and hiring initiatives.
Widow settles action over death of medical consultant husband
Meraid Hyland-McGuire sought €2.8m for loss of earnings and opportunity
Dad thinks wife is being wimp with breastfeeding - soon finds out hard way she's not
Ronnie Dunston thought his wife was overreacting about the pain of breastfeeding, but soon discovered that he couldn't have been more wrong
FEEL GOOD | 25-year-old becomes youngest person to obtain law doctorate at Pretoria University
Scholar Dr Marko Svicevic has set a new record for the youngest person to ever obtain a Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Pretoria's Faculty of Law.
Why your Valentine may benefit from hot chocolate during a romantic stroll
New study suggests you may want to fill your thermoses full of hot chocolate before taking off on a romantic stroll.
Daily intake of non-fried potato linked to better diet quality compared to refined grains
Potatoes are often equated with refined grains due to their carbohydrate content. Yet, potatoes contain fiber, resistant starch, and key micronutrients that Americans need more of in their diet.
Midrar Ali: Parents lose court appeal over baby's treatment
Court of Appeal judges rule in favour of St Mary's Hospital over the treatment of Midrar Ali.
Great Backyard Bird Count 2020 comes to Kerala capital
If you work or live on campus, you could also participate in the Campus Bird Count that is conducted simultaneously with the backyard bird count
Dying a desperate death: A Wuhan family's coronavirus ordeal
The Wangs are among tens of thousands of families devastated by the coronavirus in Wuhan, where the medical system has been overwhelmed by the outbreak, despite massive reinforcements and two speedily built new hospitals.
The sublime-looking Paper Beast reveals creative sandbox mode
During last December's stacked State of Play presentation, Sony dropped a trailer for a strange and esoteric-looking VR title, Paper Beast. Now developer Pixel Reef is peeling back the layers on this stylistic release, with a new trailer sh...
Storm Dennis ‘could be worse than Ciara’ as hundreds of homes face flooding
The Environment Agency said the flood impact could be worse due to the ground already being saturated.
Lough Talt boil water notice still in place
IRISH Water has issued a reminder to customers supplied by the Lough Talt public water supply that the scheme remains on a boil water notice.
Polluted Droplets Stay In Air For Hours If You Flush Without Closing The Toilet Lid
Closing the lid doesn't help, either.
UK parents lose court appeal to keep baby on life support
LONDON (AP) — The parents of a baby declared brain dead by doctors have lost the latest round of a legal battle in Britain’s courts to keep him on life support.Britain’s Court of Appeal on Friday rejected an attempt by Karwan Ali and Shokhan Namiq to overturn a High Court order that doctors could stop treating their infant son, Midrar Ali.The baby was starved of oxygen due to complications at birth, and was born not breathing and without a heartbeat. He has been on a ventilator ever since.Judges at both courts agreed with doctors that Midrar Ali had experienced “irreversible brain stem death” by Oct. 1, when he was 14 days old. Three appeals judges ruled Friday that doctors could lawfully "cease to mechanic
Kombucha's Benefits & Other Details That You Probably Didn't Know About
Kombucha benefits are numerous on the health front. Take a look at why you must include this magical drink in your daily diet for leading a healthy life-
IGF-1 May Be Involved in Parkinson’s Development, Review Suggests
Increasing evidence links insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) deficiency to the development and progression of Parkinson's disease, a review study said. Estrogen, the female sex hormone thought...
James Brown Doctor Confirms James Was Not Murdered
There have been accusations circulating around that James Brown-the Godfather of Soul music- was murdered, thus, there should be an investigation.
Elanco Seeks Clearance To Acquire Bayer's Animal Health Business
The Commerce Commission has received a clearance application from Elanco Animal Health Inc. seeking clearance to acquire Bayer AG’s animal health business.
Vanishing snakes highlight the biodiversity crisis
After frogs in protected area of Panama died off en masse, the snakes that ate them began to disappear, too. It shows the extent of our "biodiversity crisis."
The biology of “love”: Lessons from prairie voles
Sue Carter, Director of The Kinsey Institute, discusses the fascinating nature of prairie voles and how they can teach us about the biology of “love”
Mumps cases in England rise to highest level in a decade
Total of 5,042 is four times that in 2018 as health experts urge people to catch up on vaccine
Covid-19 deaths hit 1,400 in China, new cases at 5,090
The National Health Commission said 121 more people had died and there were 5,090 new confirmed cases
Work restarts on Smethwick super-hospital after two-year delay
Work has restarted on the newly named Midland Metropolitan University Hospital.
NSW Facing Water Quality Concerns After Bushfires And Heavy Rains
NSW's water authority has admitted significant amounts of ash and debris have been washed into Sydney's main catchment area in the wake of devastating bushfires and the state's recent deluge of rain....
Putting a spotlight on the dark metabolome
David S. Wishart discusses metabolomics, how the field is breaking into biochemical mysteries and the “dark metabolome”. Read more at OAG:
Global Food Research: Will front-of-the-package warning labels change our eating habits?
The Global Food Research Program shares their perspective on targeting ultra-processed foods with front-of-the-package warning labels
Journalist survives horrific crash
Freelance journalist Tarisai Mudahondo survived a fatal accident that claimed seven people outside Kwekwe on Monday.Mudahondo was among the Zimbabwe United Pass...
Mumps cases soar to highest number in a decade
There were 5,042 recorded cases of mumps in England in 2019 – four times the number in 2018 and the highest level in a decade. Many of these cases were as a result of outbreaks in universities and colleges and most were in young adults who did not have the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) jab. A large number of the 2019 cases were people born in the late 1990s and early 2000s who missed out on the MMR vaccine when they were children. In 1998, doctor Andrew Wakefield led a study that linked the MMR vaccine to autism. His work was subsequently discredited and he was struck off, but uptake of the vaccine dropped to about 80% in the late 1990s and a low of 79% in 2003.
epidural - know the side-effects | TheHealthSite.com
An epidural can ease some of the pain when you are giving birth to your child. But first know about some of the side-effects that it can casue.
Oh Yeah, Betelgeuse Is Definitely Looking Weirder
At this point, we’re all crossing our fingers that the dying star Betelgeuse will hurry up and explode already, because who doesn’t love a good show? The red giant star (visible in the constellation Orion) has been growing dimmer since late last year, leading many to speculate it could soon go supernova. Scientists operating the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope have released new images of the supergiant star—and yep, it looks weird.
China reports 5,000 new coronavirus cases, cruise ship disembarks in Cambodia
China’s coronavirus outbreak showed no sign of peaking with health authorities on Friday reporting more than 5,000 new cases, while passenger
Extreme cold warning remains in effect as temperature drops below -20 C in Toronto
An extreme cold warning remains in effect for Toronto and much of Ontario this morning as the temperature drops below -20 C.
Storm Dennis warnings hit travel plans as attractions batten down the hatches
Travel plans have been hit, markets will close and attractions face a nervous wait as Storm Dennis brings heavy rain and strong winds.
Grey’s Anatomy Recap: Mergers and Divisions
For those wondering how on earth we’d get all our doctors under one hospital roof again, you have your answer! A recap of ‘Save the Last Dance for Me,’ episode 13 of season 16 of Grey’s Anatomy on ABC.
New study describes inflammatory reaction in lab-developed human astrocytes
Astrocytes are neural cells with many important functions in the nervous system. The inflammation of these cells occurs in brain infections and neurodegenerative disorders, a process called astrogliosis.
Study: Effectiveness of program that pays farmers to conserve water
Crops need water. And in the central United States, the increasing scarcity of water resources is becoming a threat to the nation's food production.
Holly Willoughby's concerns as children's mental health affected by climate change
During Thursday's edition of the daytime show, Holly said her children suffered from eco-anxiety after seeing the Australian bush fires on TV.
MOH urges private sector to step up Covid-19 precautionary measures
KUALA LUMPUR: The private sector is encouraged to take precautionary steps amid the ongoing Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak.
Deaths in Tipperary - Friday, February 14, 2020
The late Eamonn Foley, Cashel The death has occurred of Eamonn Foley, Old Road and formerly of Friar Street, Cashel, Co. Tipperary, February 13, 2020, peacefully at home. Eamonn, beloved son of the la...
Man who shot bystander in chest at Dublin scrapyard jailed for five years
The incident took place on 4 August 2018.
West Midland Safari Park monitoring Storm Dennis warnings after wild dog killings
West Midland Safari Park will monitor Storm Dennis sweeping in this weekend just days after animals were killed when wild dogs broke free from their enclosure.
Man rescued from Papago Park after falling into the hole in the wall
A man is recovering after being rescued from Papago Park.
PBAPP warns of looming water crisis in Penang, Kedah
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) has issued a third alert of a looming water crisis in the northern states after Kedah's Muda Dam water level dropped to a critical 7.44 per cent yesterday.
Melbourne’s Evan Evagora on his role as Elnor in Star Trek Picard
Melbourne actor Evan Evagora has spoken to TrekCore about his role as the Romulan Elnor on Star Trek Picard.
Storm Dennis ‘could be worse than Ciara’ as hundreds of homes face flooding
The Environment Agency said the flood impact could be worse due to the ground already being saturated.
Coroner questions whether pensioner should have been left to make decisions about his treatment
He became ill with prostate cancer and had a leg ulcer before he died
Researchers discover how to improve safety of nuclear power plants
Researchers at Tomsk Polytechnic University found a method to increase fuel lifetimes by 75%. According to the research team, it will significantly increase safety and reduce the operating cost of nuclear ...
The Trump Administration Versus Children
A new report shows how the most innocent are collateral damage in the war against science being waged by the president and his agencies
Seattle Genetics wins FDA priority review for oral HER2 drug
Seattle Genetics has scored a US Food and Drug Administration priority review for its oral HER2 inhibitor tucatinib in breast cancer, setting it up for a regulatory decision in August.
Virus Toll Jumps, With 5,090 New Cases Thursday
China on Friday reported another sharp rise in the number of people infected with the coronavirus, as the death toll neared 1,400.
Storm Dennis flood risk could be worse than Ciara
The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings covering most of the UK this weekend.
Scholarly journals work together to disseminate knowledge in ob-gyn
Citation rates of scholarly journal articles are tracked in many medical specialties and can affect health care treatment and research. Until the publication of a recent Rutgers-led study in JAMA Network ...
A Real Solution for Airport Security
Keep calm and wash your hands.
Parents’ agony as Court of Appeal rules brain-damaged baby son’s life support will be turned off against their wishes
PARENTS of brain-damaged baby Midrar Ali have been left in agony today after the Court of Appeal ruled medics can turn off his life support against their wishes. The four-month-old’s parents …
26 bag first class as UniAbuja holds 24th convocation
The university will also confer honorary degrees to some individuals including the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed, for his exemplary leadership.
Mumps: Why adults might still need the MMR jab
The disease is one of three protected by the MMR jab - and the fate of the two are closely linked.
Feast Your Eyes On These Incredible New Images Of A Dimming Betelgeuse
Astronomers have employed the visual acuity of the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) to capture these incredible images of the cha
'Gold pits have become tombs': mining leaves a tragic legacy in Cameroon
The ruthless quest for gold in eastern Cameroon has left the landscape peppered with deadly open pits
Here Lies the Skull of Pliny the Elder, Maybe
The Roman admiral and scholar died during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Might this really be his cranium?
Antibiotic resistance poses a growing risk during pandemics
Researchers investigating the drug prescription response to a "superbug" enzyme that renders bacteria resistant to antibiotics are available to discuss why such resistance is posing a growing risk during pandemics such as the current coronavirus.
Is Betelgeuse Approaching a Crossroads?
Astronomers wonder what Betelgeuse will do next. Has it reached a crossroads? Will it start to brighten again? Or might it go supernova?
VIDEO: Waterfall at Val de la Mare amid heavy rain
A WATERFALL of brown, muddy water rained down at Val de la Mare on Thursday amid heavy rainfall.
China lowers death toll; admits 1,700 medics infected
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- China revised down its death toll Friday from a deadly coronavirus by 108 while admitting more than 1,700 frontline medics have been sickened by the virus.
A key to calcium signaling: Structure of the human IP3R type 3 in its ligand-free state
IP3 receptors (IP3Rs) are calcium channels found in all animal cells. By mediating calcium ion release, IP3Rs integrate signals from different cellular pathways and metabolic states. Not surprisingly, ...
Whangarei - Reduce Water Use By 20% To Delay Restrictions
If Whangārei residents can reduce their water consumption by 20 per cent they might keep the District’s water restrictions away for a few weeks yet.
Fashion Fetishism, Surgical Masks And Coronavirus
Entering Singapore’s Changi Airport gives the visitor a glimpse of a mask fetish. Security guards wear it. As do the nurses and the various personnel who man cameras like anti-aircraft batteries, noting the approaching passenger in transit with due suspicion. The passenger, in turn, wishes to avoid showing anything that might be construed as a suspect symptom. Whatever you do, do not cough, splutter or sweat in nervousness. Best to wear a mask then: neither party can accurately gauge the disposition of the other.
When your baby needs a heart, it means waiting for another child to die
This is a story of two couples, once strangers, living two hours apart, and the heart of one baby now beating in the chest of another
Kenyan Fossil Shows Chameleons May Have ‘Rafted’ From Mainland Africa To Madagascar
Chameleons (Chamaeleonidae) are a family of unique lizards with unusual characteristics: rapidly extendable tongues, feet with two toes pointing forward and two backward, a prehensile tail, and eyes that can move independently of each other. Many species also have the ability to change the colour of their skin....
Cryo-electron microscopy opens a door to fight Epstein-Barr
The Epstein-Barr virus is one of the most widespread human viruses. Part of the herpesvirus family, it causes glandular fever (infectious mononucleosis), cancer and autoimmune diseases. At present, there ...
Dying a desperate death: A Wuhan family’s coronavirus ordeal
Hubei province on Thursday reported a sharp rise in the number of deaths and cases after changing its methodology to include those diagnosed through CT scans like Xiangyou.
Watch live: Northrop launches cargo capsule to space station
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Northrop Grumman has reset its plans to launch a cargo capsule to the International Space Station from Virginia at 3:43 p.m. EST Friday.
Measurement of mechanical stability of force transmission supramolecular linkages
NUS biophysicists have developed a manipulation assay that can quantify the mechanical stability and biochemical regulations of inter-molecular interactions at the single-molecule level.
The star that could be set to EXPLODE in devastating supernova 700 light-years from Earth: New images show Betelgeuse IS dimming and changing shape
Astronomers used the European Southern Observatory (ESO) telescope array in Chile to capture the unprecedented dimming of the giant star in more detail.
Climate Change Blamed for Toxic Caterpillar Plague in Spain
Alarmists are charging that climate change is the main culprit behind a “toxic caterpillar plague” affecting southern Spain.
Father’s ‘torture’ after losing legal battle over baby son’s treatment
Karwan Ali and wife Shokhan Namiq wanted medics to keep providing life-support for four-month-old Midrar Ali but judges have declared he is dead.
Man kept 'in isolation' over coronavirus fears at Heriot-Watt University given all clear
The 'member of the Heriot Watt community' had been put in precautionary isolation after experiencing symptoms associated with the deadly Covid-19 virus.
Forest fertilization with paper mill residues
Research at Karlstad University shows that sludge and ashes as paper mill residues can be used as effective fertilizer. This involves biochar, that is, carbon from organic material returned to the forest ...
Police investigating sudden death of woman, 30, in Bridgend
It is understood she had been dead for several weeks
Charles Barkley Faces Backlash For Saying Fans Shouldn’t Forget Kobe Bryant’s Rape Case
Some fans are upset that Charles Barkley brought up Kobe Bryant's rape case during an interview about his death.
Explained: What make the bat the deadliest disease carrier
Ebola, Nipah, Marburg, SARS, MERS, and now the new coronavirus Covid-19, all share one thing in common – they are thought to have originated in bats. Bats are potentially special in hosting numerous viruses that are extremely harmful when they infect humans and other animals.
NASA Will Communicate with Mars Astronauts through Lasers
NASA's astronauts heading to Mars will be able to communicate with Earth thanks to new lasers, the huge dish is currently being built in California.
Optimism may lower stroke severity, inflammation: Study
Optimism has been associated with lower inflammation levels and improved health outcomes among people with medical conditions, the researchers said.
Scientists develop new 'smart' bandage to help heal hard to treat wounds
The bandage can deliver medicine with minimal invasiveness, said researchers, including those from the Harvard Medical School in the US
Newcastle Disease: ‘No non-veg week’ called in Andhra Pradesh's Tanuku to keep infection at bay
The deaths of thousands of chicken in the twin Godavari districts following an outbreak of the Very Virulent Newcastle Disease (VVND) are causing panic among poultry-farm owners and the general public alike.
Gold bond formation tracked in real time using new molecular spectroscopy technique
The bond created between two gold atoms in a molecule has been observed as it forms, thanks to a new technique developed by RIKEN chemists. This measurement resolves a controversy over the mechanism by ...
Relief for coronavirus patients? Chinese daily claims Covid-19 can be cured with plasma from recovered patients
An expert from China said that a therapy for the novel coronavirus that involves the plasma of recovered patients has started to show effects.
European Pain Federation: The year for the Prevention of Pain
The European Pain Federation has announced that the theme to this years European Year Against Pain event will be the Prevention of Pain
Warning over transport disruption as UK braces for Storm Dennis
Winds of up to 70mph and severe downpours are forecast.
WHO to not call novel coronavirus by official name
Organisation is unhappy as ‘SARS’ is mentioned in it and can create ‘unnecessary fear’
Father of brain-damaged baby condemns ‘terrible’ court ruling
Karwan Ali said three appeal court judges who ruled his baby son Midrar is dead ‘can’t be 100% sure’.
After first death, Japan pledges more containment effort; cases increase
Japan on Friday vowed to step up testing and efforts to contain the spread of a new coronavirus after suffering its first death and finding new cases, including a doctor and at least one taxi driver, in different parts of the country.
Could you be suffering from sexsomnia? Here’s what you need to know
Patients with sexsomnia could even rape their partners in their sleep
California lab report they discovered coronavirus vaccine in 3 hours
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Coronavirus death toll nears 1,400 in China, with 5,090 new cases
The number of reported cases has been rising more quickly after the hardest-hit province changed its method of counting them Thursday.
This highly rated massage gun is only $100 on Amazon
This Apollo Kinetics Pulse Massage Gun is only $100 on Amazon when you click the on-page coupon—yet this super-cheap option earns 4.8 stars across 219 user reviews.
No virus peak in sight, another Indian infected on cruise ship
A third Indian crew on board a cruise ship off the Japanese coast has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the Indian embassy in Japan said.Kerala finance minister Thomas Isaac said the state has ‘won the fight over Corona’ as all 3 patients have recovered
Oddly shaped celestial body Arrokoth sheds light on planet formation
WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — A vaguely hourglass-shaped icy object called Arrokoth residing in the far reaches of the solar system — the most distant body ever explored by a spacecraft — is giving scientists intriguing clues about the formation of the planets including Earth. Scientists yesterday...
NASA flights detect millions of Arctic methane hotspots
Knowing where emissions are happening and what's causing them brings us a step closer to being able to forecast the region's impact on global climate.
ICYMI: Nigerian who finds cure for Coronavirus, Lassa fever’ll get N36m
Our Reporters The Federal Government has announced a N36m cash prize for any Nigerian that finds cure for coronavirus and Lassa fever. Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is currently ravaging C...
Caribbean sharks in need of large marine protected areas
Governments must provide larger spatial protections in the Greater Caribbean for threatened, highly migratory species such as sharks, is the call from a diverse group of marine scientists including Stony ...
Couple marries in hospital room before groom's life-saving heart surgery
A Manotick, Ont. couple exchanged their wedding vows just before the groom underwent a life-saving surgery at the Ottawa Heart Institute.
Hurricane Dorian Ravaged Bahamas’ Reefs, Researchers Find
The storm’s effects were uneven: About 30 percent of the country’s coral was destroyed, but some reefs appeared to be undamaged.
Elanco seeks clearance to acquire Bayer's animal health business
The Commerce Commission has received a clearance application from Elanco Animal Health Inc. seeking clearance to acquire Bayer AG’s animal health business.
Syed Ali Geelani's son debunks rumors about father's death
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Quantum interference observed in real time: Extreme UV-light spectroscopy technique
A team headed by Prof. Dr. Frank Stienkemeier and Dr. Lukas Bruder from the Institute of Physics at the University of Freiburg has succeeded in observing in real-time ultrafast quantum interferences—in ...
ESO telescope sees surface of dim Betelgeuse
Using ESO's Very Large Telescope (VLT), astronomers have captured the unprecedented dimming of Betelgeuse, a red supergiant star in the constellation of Orion. The stunning new images of the star's surface ...
From March 2021, pharma firms marketing drugs will be held responsible for their quality
Currently, only the manufacturers are held liable under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act
Approval processes for clinical practice guideline create conflict of interest
Most clinical practice guidelines in the U.S. are created by medical specialty societies. While there is widespread awareness of the potential for intellectual and financial conflict of interest by individual panel members, there is little recognition of the potential for the processes used by guideline panels to create conflict of interest.
Financial anxiety can take a toll on teacher performance
Even where teachers earn well above the national average, financial anxiety can affect performance, attendance, and the likelihood they'll leave their job.
Climate change could reduce life-spans of hundreds of species
Aging in cold-blooded organisms such as amphibians linked to high temperatures
Plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients believed an effective treatment
Doctors have called on recovered COVID-19 patients to donate blood as plasma taken from recovered patients contains a high concentration of antibodies and has proven very effective in the treatment of patients in severe conditions.
Plastic Surgery Patient Photos, Info Exposed by Leaky Database
Hundreds of thousands of documents with plastic surgery patients' personal information and highly sensitive photos were exposed online by an improperly secured Amazon Web Services (AWS) S3 bucket.
End Point Clinic donates motorcycles to Traditional Medicine Practice Council
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Digging in! Incredible moment sand octopus uses its tentacles to burrow into the ocean floor and hide from predators
A sand octopus is seen wriggling its tentacles to create a 20-centimeter burrow in the ocean floor at Port Phillip Bay, Australia. It uses a funnel to shoot jets of water into the sand to create a hole.
Who’s Profiting From Your Outrageous Medical Bills?
The same people who should be fixing them.
How To Beat Darksiders Genesis' Annoying Beacon Puzzle
There's plenty to be said about Darksiders Genesis, the top-down action spin-off that hits consoles today. It's fun enough, but there are a few environmental puzzles that can be a right pain in the arse, and the fourth chapter has one that can get real annoying. So instead of butting your head against the wall, follow...
Storm Dennis will bring heavy rain, high winds and flooding
Two yellow weather warnings are in place until Saturday
“My eyes went black and I was throwing up.” Angie Kent’s first week on Dancing With The Stars.
"Just please be kind."
Coronavirus inflicts growing toll on China’s health workers
A new coronavirus has taken a growing toll of Chinese health workers on the front line of the fight to stop it, a top official said on Friday
NASA selects four finalists for next Discovery mission
NASA is considering missions to Venus and two outer solar system moons as the next in its Discovery line of planetary science missions.
Coronavirus outbreak impact: Digitimes Research estimates impacts on major Chinese IT sectors
The coronavirus outbreak is hitting hard the ICT industries and markets in China. provides a preliminary estimation on the impacts on four major sectors: semiconductors, display panels, handsets and notebooks. Many manufacturers in China are slowly returning to work. The pace of recovery reportedly has been faster than expected though production for many remains low. For some in the semiconductor sector, the outbreak so far has had little impact on their orders. IC testing solutions provider ...
Experts call for halving fatal road accidents by year 2030
Over 1.3 million people die in traffic accidents every year. Consequently, traffic accidents are the most common cause of death in certain age groups. The world's experts are now gathering in Stockholm ...
UIC researchers discover unique organ-specific signatures for endothelial cells
Researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago have discovered that endothelial cells -; those that create the inner lining of blood vessels -; have unique genetic signatures based on their location in the body.
Climate change will lead to abrupt shifts in dryland ecosystems, study warns
Drylands cover about 41% of the Earth's land surface and host one in three humans inhabiting our planet. In these areas, life is highly influenced by aridity, i.e. the balance between the amount of rainwater ...
Coronavirus: The search for ‘patient zero’ in global spread
As the death toll from the novel coronavirus continues to rise, health authorities are searching for the person who may have triggered its spread around the world when they attended a business confer…
NDLEA destroys 34,560kg of drugs, substances in Ogun
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has publicly destroyed over 34, 560 kilograms of hard drug in Ogun.
Tourists pose continued risks for disease transmission to endangered mountain gorillas
Researchers at Ohio University have published a new study in collaboration with Ugandan scientists, cautioning that humans place endangered mountain gorillas at risk of disease transmission during tourism ...
South Africans describe the pain of unemployment
A lack of social support by the community and public social welfare agencies make the experiences worse.
NASA Former High-Ranking Spaceflight Official Moves across to SpaceX Team
One of NASA's foremost experts in spaceflight has left the agency to join SpaceX, just in time for its upcoming launches into space.
Experts say fake news could worsen disease outbreaks
The increase in fake news could be making disease outbreaks worse, experts say.
The Flash: Wally Returns in Time for the Death of [SPOILERS]
Wally West/Kid Flash makes his return to The CW's The Flash, but it's not exactly a happy one as detailed in a new episode synopsis.
“Undisturbed for Millions of Years” — Arrokoth -a Mystery Object Beyond Pluto Unveils Origin of Planets
Arrokoth, an object far beyond Pluto, a haunting image reminiscent of a Stone Age carving, has remained undisturbed since it first formed billions of years ago. Data from NASA’s New Horizons mission are providing new insight into how planets and planetesimals – the building blocks of the planets – were formed in a local …
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Toxic algae in Swan river warning extended
THE Department of Health has issued an updated algal bloom warning after the toxin levels extended to upper reaches of the Swan river.
Research: Covid-19 could infect two-thirds of globe
AS THE number of Covid-19 coronavirus cases jumps dramatically in China, a top infectious-disease scientist warns that things could get far worse: Two-thirds of the world’s population could catch it.
No water in Pietermaritzburg neighbourhood for four years
Residents of Shayamoya in Pietermaritzburg say their settlement has been without tap water for four years. They depend on a water tanker that comes once or twice a week.
Can Corporate America Get Behind Medicare for All?
One man’s crusade to sell big business on a health care overhaul
Risk of flooding and damaging gusts as Storm Dennis approaches
The weather is set to be “very disturbed” throughout the weekend.
Zero-water garden created in Sharjah to show how desert plants can thrive in cities
Cooking Sections and AKT II have created an experimental landscape in Sharjah to show how desert plants can survive in cities without being watered.
Coronavirus conspiracy theories 'could increase number of UK cases'
An expert has warned against the spread of misinformation on social media.
How to absolutely nail a first date (definitely go in for a kiss)
Being on time and buying drinks might lock in a second date.
'It transforms lives' - Scotland's first medical cannabis clinic set to open
Plans for the first clinic to prescribe medical cannabis have been revealed.
Boys more likely to bear the brunt of digital dating abuse: Researchers
Researchers, including one of Indian-origin, revealed that boys were significantly more likely to experience all types of digital dating abuse and physical
Artificial intelligence finds disease-related genes
An artificial neural network can reveal patterns in huge amounts of gene expression data and discover groups of disease-related genes. This has been shown by a new study led by researchers at Linköping ...
Tourism Authority donates chocolate to La Hospital
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London luxury tower block that's home to foreign students is disinfected by hazmat suit-clad workers after Chinese woman becomes the UK's 9th victim of virus
Workers in protective suits were sent to One The Elephant in London yesterday morning, after the UK's ninth case of the SARS-2 virus was recorded the night before.
SpaceX plans to launch fifth Starlink batch Saturday
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 14 (UPI) -- SpaceX plans to launch its fifth batch of Starlink satellites from Florida at 10:47 a.m. EST on Saturday, with a marginally favorable weather forecast.
Police Scotland officers ‘cruelly mocked’ dying prisoner as he cried ‘I’m gonnae die’ and begged for help
CRUEL cops laughed at a prisoner as he writhed in agony and screamed “I’m just gonnae die” hours before falling dead. Alan Hay, 49, was left to lick pain medicine from a plastic m…
Smelling lover's shirt may improve sleep
"One of the most surprising findings is how a romantic partner's scent can improve sleep quality even outside of our conscious awareness," said researcher Frances Chen.
Ethiopia Prime Minister, Ahmed, 10,331 to receive UNIAbuja degrees
The Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed will be among 10, 331 students who will be awarded various classes of degrees on Saturday...
Coronavirus in B.C. Interior
UPDATE 2 p.m. A fifth case of the novel coronavirus has been presumptively confirmed in British Columbia, bringing the total number of cases in Canada to eight.
Egypt confirms first coronavirus case, says affected person is foreigner
Egypt has just confirmed the first coronavirus case in the country, becoming the first known person on the African continent to have contracted the virus. The deadly virus which has killed almost 1,400 people, and left
Billy Caldwell: Breakthrough in battle to obtain medicinal cannabis on NHS
THE mother of a severely epileptic boy has hailed a breakthrough in a court battle to obtain medicinal cannabis for him on the NHS.
What is coronavirus and what should I do if I have symptoms?
What are the symptoms caused by the virus from Wuhan in China, how does it spread, and should you call a doctor?
Ice Dropped Down A 450-Foot Hole Sounds Exactly Like A Laser Gun Battle
Have you ever wondered what ice may sound like dropped down a deep icy well? Now, you don’t have to because scientists have just revealed it, and whatever
With faculty shortage, PG Diploma holders allowed to teach in Karnataka medical colleges
The new Minimum Qualification for Teachers in Medical Institutions (Amendment) Regulations 2019, a gazette notification which was issued in August last year, may help a few government medical
Scientists Switch Consciousness On Or Off In Monkeys Using Tiny Brain Zaps
How’s this for a wake-up call? Scientists have shown that it's possible to instantly jolt a monkey out of deep anesthetized sleep using a quick zap of elec
Inside Jefferee Star’s New Eyeshadow Palette
As the third installment to Jeffree Star's eyeshadow collection comes Blood Lust, a magical purple-themed velvet palette. We have the details on the palette and the rest of the collection launching February 21.
FDA begins speedy review of BMS’ CAR-T liso-cel
The US Food and Drug Administration has accepted an application for Bristol-Myers Squibb’s CAR-T therapy lisocabtagene maraleucel, kick-starting a priority review of the drug.
Tourists place endangered mountain gorillas at risk of disease transmission
Researchers at Ohio University have published a new study in collaboration with Ugandan scientists, cautioning that humans place endangered mountain gorillas at risk of disease transmission during tourism encounters.
Coronavirus-sufferer 'went to UK conference attended by 250 including Tory Lord'
The Chinese national, who was diagnosed with coronavirus three days later, attended the conference at the QEII centre in Westminster where star speaker was Baroness Vere of Norbiton
How we're preparing for our fiery future
New research is informing how, when and where prescribed burns may be used to mitigate bushfire threats while maintaining our biodiversity.
NDLEA destroys 34, 560.9438 kilograms of drugs, substances in Ogun
NDLEA says it has publicly destroyed over 34, 560 kilograms of hard drug in Ogun.NDLEA Chairman, retired Col. Muhammad Abdallah
Father’s ‘torture’ after losing legal battle over baby son’s treatment
Karwan Ali and wife Shokhan Namiq wanted medics to keep providing life-support for four-month-old Midrar Ali but judges have declared he is dead.
What's The Deal With Megan Thee Stallion's Age?
It looks like some prior legal stuff has unearthed Thee Stallion's age!
Supernatural Star Gives Out Phone Number, Promises to Text Spoilers to Fans
Supernatural star Misha Collins posted his phone number on social media so that fans can reach out to him for some spoilery content.
What you need to know about that mysterious Chinese coronavirus
2019-nCoV, a never-before-seen coronavirus discovered in China is spreading. How worried should you be?
Virus death toll nears 1,400 in China, with 5,090 new cases
Japan now has 252 confirmed cases, including 218 from a cruise ship that has been quarantined in Yokohama.
Galactic cosmic rays affect Titan's atmosphere
Planetary scientists using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) revealed the secrets of the atmosphere of Titan, the largest moon of Saturn. The team found a chemical footprint in Titan's ...
Tom Holland bought his brothers a piano and a Rolex for their birthdays
The Spider-Man actor told Jimmy Kimmel that he wanted to give his brothers something "memorable" on their big day.
Scientists Identify Genes from ‘Ghost Population’ of Ancient Humans
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New Arrokoth Studies Throw Open A Window Into The Early Solar System
On New Year’s Day 2019, NASA’s New Horizons visited Arrokoth (2014 MU69), the furthest world ever explored by a human spacecraft. Three new papers publishe
Scientists Turn Complete Human Organs Transparent For The First Time
For the first time ever, scientists have managed to make intact human organs transparent, allowing them to peer inside these vital body parts without needi
Storm Dennis ‘could be worse than Ciara’ as hundreds of homes face flooding
The Environment Agency said the flood impact could be worse due to the ground already being saturated.
Public services urged to 'think autism'
Health services and the criminal justice system are among services being urged to consider the needs of users with autism – such as offering a quiet space in A&E if needed.
Introducing the π-ton, which could be the newest known quasiparticle
State arises via interactions between electron-hole pairs
Real-life exorcist on coming face-to-face with the devil – and his failsafe test to see if someone is possessed
A REAL-life exorcist has revealed what it’s like to come face-to-face with the devil – and his failsafe test to see if someone is possessed. Father John Szada, who delivers mass in Lati…
Study: Survival rates have improved after kidney transplantation during childhood
An analysis of information from Australia indicates that survival after kidney transplantation during childhood has improved drastically over the last 40 years, led by decreases in deaths from cardiovascular disease and infection.
Vietnamese scientists actively share information about nCoV - VietNamNet
The measures Vietnam is taking to cope with the nCoV epidemic are based on the experience and scientific research results that have been accumulated for many years, since the time it faced SARS epidemic in 2002-2003.
Paris-based Inato raises €12.9 million Series A to grow its clinical research platform
French startup Inato, a platform that helps biopharmaceutical companies increase their pool of patients in clinical trials, recently announced it has raised €12.9 million Series A funding. The round was led by Obvious Ventures and Cathay Innovation, with participation from previous investors Serena and Fly Ventures.
Say Hello to the Top-Rated Cleansers For Acne-Prone Skin at Sephora — and Bye to Breakouts
You may worry that not cleaning your face every night before bed will cause breakouts (among other problems), but what if the face wash you're using is
Scientists Finally Solve The Mystery Of How Millipedes Do It
Ever found yourself up late at night, tossing and turning and asking yourself, how exactly do millipedes do it? Same. Thankfully, with a little bit of help
Indian Ports Not To Allow Disembarkation Of Chinese Ships’ Crew To Avoid Spreading Of Deadly Coronavirus
Besides China, crew of the ships from Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong and Macau will also not be allowed to disembark.
Weather and soil type – ‘key factors in water quality’
Weather conditions and soil type are two key factors impacting on water quality in Ireland according to the ACP's programme manager.
Pancreatic cancer 'time machine' exposes plot twist in cell growth and invasion
Pancreatic cancer has one of the worst survival rates among cancers. Patients can expect as low as a 9% chance to live for at least five years after being diagnosed.
The instincts of a totalitarian state
On Feb. 7, news of the death of Dr. Li Wenliang, an ophthalmologist at the Wuhan Central Hospital who was among the very first to warn of the novel coronavirus, grabbed headlines not only in China but all across the world. Wuhan recorded its first case of novel coronavirus pneumonia on Dec. 1 last year.…
A Culture of Chesed
Our wonderful founding bochurim were now by and large married with children of their own. So it was a magnificent ever-expanding yeshiva family that now populated the alumni gatherings.
Using big data to combat catastrophes
In March 1989, a tripped circuit in the Hydro-Québec power grid left 6 million people without electricity. A week earlier, an unusually harsh snowstorm had strained the region; the day before, a solar ...
Love between parents has long-term benefits for kids
Children stay in school longer and get married later when their parents love each other, according to research with couples from Nepal.
Drone designs arise from butterfly study: Undulating flight saves monarchs' energy
In a finding that could benefit drone design, award-winning research by a doctoral student at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) shows that the undulating flight paths of monarch butterflies ...
Gayle King Reacts to Snoop Dogg's Apology Amid Kobe Bryant Controversy
Gayle King has responded after Snoop Dogg apologized to her following comments he made in regards to King's recent interview with former WNBA star Lisa Leslie, during which she asked Leslie about the sexual assault allegations against Kobe Bryant.'I accept the apology and understand the raw [...]
READERS’ LETTERS: Only the SNP could order a bridge for Scotland without factoring ice into the equation
Sir, – It is really disappointing the Queensferry Crossing has been closed for the best part of three days due to ice build up on the cables (Bridge chaos brings country to a standstill, Courier, February 12).
WSJ: No Sex ‘Spectrum’ Beyond Male and Female
The Wall Street Journal has issued a throwdown to the gender lobby, insisting in an op-ed that sex is binary and there is no “spectrum.”
'Ghost' ancestors: African DNA study detects mysterious extinct human species
Homo sapiens first appeared a bit more than 300,000 years ago in Africa and later spread worldwide, encountering other human species in Eurasia that have since gone extinct including the Neanderthals and the lesser-known Denisovans.
How to have great sex during and after menopause
Menopause can cause a lack of interest in sex and vaginal dryness.
Coronavirus checks carried out at Felixstowe Port
Felixstowe port authorities have screened people on vessels to ensure no-one has been infected with coronavirus.
A dying star 1,000 times bigger than the sun could soon explode
But at over 700 light-years away, astronomers say there's no risk to Earth.
Nisus wins Bangalore Juvenile Million
Mr. Vishal Kamal Doctor’s Nisus (Sandesh up), won the Bangalore Juvenile Million, the chief event of the races held here on Friday (Feb 14). The winner is trained by Prasanna Kumar.The results1. SOMAN
Several drugs at Jan Aushadi Kendras recalled over quality test
Several batches of generic medicines being sold at Jan Aushadi Kendras, some 632 in Karnataka, and more pan-India have been recalled after failing standard quality tests of state drug controller,
Lawmakers open groundwater fight against bottled water companies
Washington state, land of sprawling rainforests and glacier-fed rivers, might soon become the first in the nation to ban water bottling companies from tapping spring-fed sources.
A Teen Warns Against Nail Biting After Almost Losing Her Fingertip Due To Infection
A teenager in Texas is recovering after she almost lost her fingertip due to a nail-biting habit. Lauren Nichols opened up about the whole ordeal on TikTok. Nail biters, stop what youre doing, she said in a video . I almost got the tip of my finger amputated because I bite my nails.
Gusts of up to 100km/hr and heavy rain forecast as weather warnings issued for coming days
Gusts of up to 100km/hr and up to 30mm of rain are forecast in parts of Ireland in the coming days as Storm Dennis batters parts of the country.
ALRANZ Welcomes Select Committee Report
ALRANZ Abortion Rights Aotearoa welcomes the Abortion Legislation Select Committee’s report, released today.
Chinese Doctors have Found a Way to Treat Coronavirus-Infected People
China's technique for plasma transfusion from cured coronavirus to infected patients has proven to be effective, Xinhua News Agency reported, citing local doctors. The effectiveness of the new treatment was announced at a press conference by the Wuhan hospital manager.
Rosewood Baha Mar earns Four-Star award by 2020 Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating list
Rosewood Baha Mar, the elegant sanctuary set within the Caribbean’s newest resort destination of Baha Mar, announce that it has been named a Four-Star Hotel on the 2020 Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating list. Based on the experiences of a highly qualified team of anonymous inspectors who assess nearly 1,700 entities against 900 objective industry standards, the world-renowned and only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, offers designations for Five-Star, Four-Star and Recommended properties. Gracing 3,000 feet of
How big is the universe? - Skywatching
This might sound like the ultimate unanswerable question, but thanks to astronomical knowledge accumulated over many centuries, and the power of modern astronomical instruments, we can make a guess. To do this we have three main tools.
Hospital reports 'limited bed availability' today
MAYO University Hospital is 'extremely busy' today.
Met Éireann forecasts floods and 100km/hr gusts as Storm Dennis approaches
Met Éireann has issued two weather warnings for the whole country.
Coronavirus Outbreak: Death Toll In China Rises To 1,488 As Confirmed Cases Of Infection Surge To Over 64,000
As many as 121 new deaths were reported on Thursday, with over 5,000 confirmed cases of infection
The coronavirus patient in London showed up at the hospital in an Uber, and health officials say it's a sign people aren't following advice to contain the virus
The first person confirmed to have the deadly coronavirus in London turned up unannounced at a hospital after taking an Uber there, health officials confirmed to The Guardian.
Education Exodus: Uzbek Students Rushing Home To Study After Tashkent Eases Transfers
Thousands of Uzbek students studying in neighboring countries are rushing to transfer to universities in Uzbekistan after Tashkent temporarily eased restrictions.
Enormous PINK manta ray dubbed 'Inspector Clouseau' is spotted near Australia's Great Barrier Reef in a rare sighting of the rosy giant
The two-tonne marine beast lives around Lady Elliot Island and a series of stunning photographs were taken by a bemused Finnish photographer called Kristian Laine.
'My Gyno Anxiety Was So Bad, I Used To Nearly Pass Out During Pelvic Exams'
my gynecologist asked as I scooted back on the pelvic exam table, the crinkly white paper bunching up under my bare butt.
San Diego aquarium breeds rare weedy sea dragon in captivity
A Southern California aquarium has successfully bred the rare weedy sea dragon, the lesser known cousin of the sea horse that resembles seaweed when floating.
One of UK coronavirus patients ‘attended Westminster conference’
Nine people have been confirmed with Covid-19 in the UK.
Climate change could cut lifespan of cold-blooded species – study
Scientists say their findings suggest global warming could have a huge impact on the life expectancy of some animals.
Hong Kong authorities find excessive levels of Legionella in MTR cooling towers after 11 people infected
The Centre for Health Protection has found excessive levels of Legionella bacteria in tested samples of cooling towers at Choi Hung MTR station following 11 infections in Wong Tai Sin, a nearby neighbourhood. The water-dwelling bacteria causes Legionnaires’ disease which can lead to a fever, cough, headache, muscle pain and diarrhoea. Humans contract the disease – […]
Coronavirus death toll climbs past 1,350 in China, 5,000 new cases reported
China's National Health Commission on Friday reported another sharp spike in the number of confirmed coronavirus cases and virus-related deaths.
Deaths in Louth - Friday February 14 2020
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Forests bouncing back from beetles, but elk and deer slowing recovery
Two words, and a tiny little creature, strike fear in the hearts of many Colorado outdoor enthusiasts: bark beetle. But new research from University of Colorado Boulder reveals that even simultaneous ...
Precision scaffolds tailor biomaterials to promote wound healing
Box-shaped 3D tissue scaffolds cause human macrophages to switch into a pro-healing type, for use in biomaterial-based wound dressings
Louth toddler Hannah McGinn wins Water Babies Little Heroes award
Water Babies Honour Eleven Little Heroes at 2020 Awards
WATCH: Dyeing of the Chicago River for St. Patrick's Day is mesmerizing
The dyeing of the Chicago River for St. Patrick's Day is the Windy City's annual mesmerizing tradition. Turning the Chicago River green for St. Patrick's Day first began in 1962, one year after Savannah, GA tried to dye their river green but did not succeed. Mayor Richard J. Daley suggested that the city find a way...
Parents of brain-damaged baby lose life support legal battle
Father describes decision as ‘terrible’ after appeals court rules son is brain stem dead
Where rural and urban Americans divide on the environment—and where there's common ground
Rural and urban Americans are divided in their views on the environment, but common ground does exist, says a new report led by Duke University's Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions.
7 U.S. Stocks to Buy on Coronavirus Weakness
As bad it is, the coronavirus is a short-term problem. It will pass, and when it does, these beaten-up stocks will rebound in a big way.
Ogun: NDLEA destroys 34,560 kg of drugs
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has publicly destroyed over 34, 560 kilograms of hard drug in Ogun.
The life-and-death consequences of naming the coronavirus
A bad name for an illness can be dangerous. That’s why it took so long to settle on Covid-19.
Coronavirus: Preparedness high to stop importation into Nigeria – Minister
Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, says the level of preparedness is high to stop the importation of Coronavirus (Covid-19) to the country, as the ministry
As scientists race to produce Covid-19 vaccine, WHO urges frequent hand-washing
An official of the World Health Organization (WHO) has reminded the public anew to always practice basic protective measures as these are important when it comes to preventing the spread of diseases.
Young minds to fuel the growth of the pharma sector
Young minds to fuel the growth of the pharma sector
Is China Underreporting Coronavirus Figures? 6 Health Workers Died, 1,716 Infected
Didn't China understand that the health workers are at greater risk? What measures did it take?
ALRANZ welcomes Abortion Legislation Select Committee report
ALRANZ Abortion Rights Aotearoa welcomes the Abortion Legislation Select Committee’s report, released today.
Here’s the One Thing Not to Do on Valentine’s Day
Avoid the example of animals that practice semelparity and don’t murder your mate
TETFund challenges academic researchers to tackle Nigeria’s problems
ABUJA-THE Tertiary Education Trust Fund, TETFund,has tasked researchers in the academic community to end the myriad of problems
Tiny, erratic protein motor movements revealed
The smallest proteins travel in our cells, completing deeply important tasks to keep our molecular mechanisms moving. They are responsible for transporting cargo, duplicating cells and more. Now, a research ...
Coronavirus case attended Westminster conference with 250 delegates - those in close contact are now being traced
Efforts are now being made to identify anyone that may have had close contact with the individual at the UK Bus Summit
Lab mice may have differences in small-intestine microbiome as compared to humans
There is a growing consensus that the gut microbiome is involved in many aspects of physical and mental health, including the onset of Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and even some behaviors.
Carbon sequestration in oceans powered by fragmentation of large organic particles
A team of researchers from the National Oceanography Centre, Sorbonne Université and CNRS Villefranche-sur-Mer, Plymouth Marine Laboratory, and the National Centre for Earth Observations, has found evidence ...
Married NHS consultant, 54, accused of affairs with two patients he treated in A&E is CLEARED of misconduct as disciplinary panel slams 'defective' hospital investigation into the claims
Dr Richard MacCallum, 54, was accused of having sex with two patients who were admitted to A&E at Stirling Royal Infirmary in Scotland, where Dr MacCallum was a consultant.
Amid coronavirus fears, a second wave of flu hits US kids
A second wave of flu is hitting the U.S., turning this into one of the nastiest seasons for children in a decade.
Fake news makes disease outbreaks worse, research shows
The rise of fake news could be making disease outbreaks worse—according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UEA).
Scientists detect ‘ghost’ DNA from mysterious human species
WASHINGTON – Scientists examining the genomes of West Africans have detected signs that a mysterious extinct human species interbred with our own species tens of thousands of years ago in
Canadian student unraveling message in a bottle mystery
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- A Canadian woman is trying to identify the author of an Indonesian-language message in a bottle found in Canada 16 years after the date on the note.
A cup of hot chocolate a day could keep the doctor away: Cocoa 'boosts blood circulation in legs and helps keep over 60s on their feet'
Over 60s drank a mug of flavanol-rich cocoa three times a day for six months in a study by Northwestern University in Chicago. Participants were able to walk significantly further in a walking test at the end.
Study examines benefits and barriers of Prescription Drug Lists for asthma medications
A new study led by the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute examines the benefits and barriers of Prescription Drug List coverage for preventive asthma medications.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry reportedly paid a secret visit to Stanford University
The couple had a "brainstorming session" with staff about their Sussex Royal foundation, according to a palace source.
Father of brain-damaged baby condemns ‘terrible’ court ruling
Karwan Ali said three appeal court judges who ruled his baby son Midrar is dead ‘can’t be 100% sure’.
The officer for animal research of the Max Planck Society explains new regulations
For the first time, the European Union has published detailed statistics on animal research. Andreas Lengeling, the officer for animal research of the Max Planck Society, explains the background to the ...
Expert: Millions spent on importing vaccine, when they can be made in country
KUALA LUMPUR: It is time Malaysia invests in the medical biology sector, and research and development in health science.
Eisai agrees to pull obesity drug Belviq after safety alert
Eisai has moved swiftly to comply with an FDA request to pull its obesity drug Belviq off the market after it was linked to an increased risk of cancer.
Catalyst deposition on fragile chips
Electrocatalysts can help to obtain chemicals from renewable raw materials or to use alternative energy sources. But testing new catalysts brings challenges.
Dealer jailed after wallet full of cocaine is found in street, Perth Sheriff Court hears
Police seized "a number of drugs"
Dog the Bounty Hunter Admits He’s ‘Almost’ Ready To Date Again 8 Mos. After Beth Chapman’s Death
Dog The Bounty Hunter discussed where's he's at, romance wise, almost a year after his wife Beth's tragic passing.
Big Love: Thai elephants, students send Valentines to virus-hit China
Bangkok: Some 3,000 students gathered on Friday in Thailand's Ayutthaya province to send Valentine's Day well-wishes to China, which is facing an ongoing coronavirus epidemic.
The scientific secrets inside a single grain of moon dust
While scientists have studied Moon rocks for 50 years, researchers have for the first time conducted deep analysis on a single grain of lunar dust, atom by atom. Using a common materials science te…
Japan confirms first death from coronavirus
Japan confirms first death from coronavirus
How bioinformatics bolster the fight against the coronavirus
The WHO and other experts still wonder why COVID-19 has remained undetected in Indonesia. The government has evacuated Indonesian citizens from Wuhan, the origin of the virus, to Natuna Island for quarantine.
Leaking away essential resources actually helps cells grow
Experts have been unable to explain why cells, from bacteria to humans, leak essential chemicals necessary for growth into their environment. New mathematical models reveal that leaking metabolites—substances ...
Ebola screening at entry points no longer necessary-WHO
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Even as Ebola Haemorrhagic fever outbreak is still on-going in DR Congo, the World Health Organization (WHO) says that the Emergency Committee does not consider entry screening at airports or other ports of entry outside the region to be necessary. In a statement issued on Thursday WHO noted that …
UPDATED: Egypt confirms first coronavirus case in Africa
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BU study highlights the need for more state-level alcohol control laws
A new Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) study finds a substantial increase in the number and strength of state laws to reduce impaired driving over the last 20 years, while laws to reduce excessive drinking remained unchanged.
How A Malaysian Man Livestreams To Pay For His Sick Wife's Monthly RM9,000 Medications
Because her illness is so rare, the medication is not subsidised in Malaysia.
Father’s ‘torture’ after losing legal battle over baby son’s treatment
Karwan Ali and wife Shokhan Namiq wanted medics to keep providing life-support for four-month-old Midrar Ali but judges have declared he is dead.
California agricultural employers, workers approach smoke concerns differently
In 2018, California wildfires burned more than 1.8 million acres and caused smoke to drift hundreds of miles. As the frequency and intensity of wildfires increases with climate change, California agricultural ...
Man froze himself in icy heart for bizarre Valentine's Day stunt to impress wife
Oleg Rezanov, from Russia, wore a pair of gold shorts as he lay in his icy coffin in -32°C for 13 minutes before boiling water was poured on for him to escape
China virus death toll nears 1,500 but new cases fall
The death toll from China's coronavirus epidemic rose to 1,483 on Friday but the number of new infections in hard-hit Hubei province fell after a change in case definitions caused a massive increase the previous day.
As quarantine nears end, clearing coronavirus-hit ship is daunting task for Japan
With thousands to be tested before the quarantine ends on Wednesday, the outgunned health ministry is mum about the idea of an extension.
Health Ministry warns against circulation of false news about coronavirus
The Ministry of Health and Sports has requested public members to believe news about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) released by relevant ministries and government-recognized media only and not to spread rumours and false news.
Car-sized prehistoric South American turtle was built for battle
One of the largest turtles that ever lived prowled the lakes and rivers of northern South America from about 13 million years ago to 7 million years ago - and this car-sized freshwater beast was built for battle.
Hong Kong doctor battles fear and separation on virus ‘dirty team’
The 38-year-old volunteered to join staff on isolation wards -- dubbed
New research: Climate change could reduce lifespan among hundreds of species
Researchers from Queen's University Belfast and Tel Aviv University in Israel have carried out one of the most comprehensive studies to date to better understand what affects life expectancy among all ...
Why your Valentine might want hot chocolate for that walk on the beach
(Reuters) - Drinking cocoa rich in flavonols - plant compounds also found in fruits, vegetables and tea - might make walking easier for some older adults with poor circulation, a study suggests.
China coronavirus toll increases to 1,367
Chinese authorities on Thursday said the overall toll due to the deadly coronavirus outbreak in the country has reached 1,367, with 52,526 confirmed cases
Scientists map coronavirus path with computer models
As the novel coronavirus spreads around the world, scientists are using the latest computer modelling techniques to predict its fallout: from the eventual number of cases and deaths to the peak of ...
7 YouTube Yoga Practices to Finally Relieve and Release Your Back Pain, Tightness, and Tension
If you're experiencing soreness or pain in your back, try one of these yoga videos that can offer you relief in the comfort of your own home.
Madurai Corporation plans to treat sewage from Kiruthumal
Officials say that the tender for the project has been called and that the work will commence in another 15 days
Man named Storm Denniss trolled by angry Brits dreading weekend weather chaos
The Met Office has predicted 1,200-mile wide Storm Dennis will bring a month of rainfall in just 24 hours when it arrives in the UK on Saturday
3 Anxiety-Related Disorders You Might Not Know About
Some psychological disorders fly under the radar, but they’re no less real for the people who suffer from them
Transparent human organs allow 3-D maps at the cellular level
For the first time, researchers have managed to make intact human organs transparent. Using microscopic imaging, they revealed complex underlying structures of the transparent organs at the cellular level. ...
Iodide salts stabilize biocatalysts for fuel cells
Oxygen is the greatest enemy of biocatalysts for energy conversion. A protective film shields them—but only with an additional ingredient: iodide salt.
Dying a desperate death: A Wuhan family's coronavirus ordeal
There were no doctors, nurses or medical equipment at the Wuhan hotel converted into a temporary quarantine facility for suspected coronavirus ...
SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft nears last parachute tests before astronaut launch debut
SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft is likely just a few weeks away from its last few parachute drop tests, the successful completion of which should give NASA all the technical data it needs to okay its astronaut launch debut. After facing several major failures during intentionally challenging drop tests both last year and the year before, […]
Becoming SA’s longest-surviving child born with HIV, here’s how Nkosi Johnson changed the world
“Care for us and accept us, we are all human beings. We are normal. We have hands. We have feet. We can walk, we can talk, we have needs just like everyone else. Don’t be afraid of us – we are all the same.” Those were the words of Nkosi Johnson at the opening event...
Gum disease linked to higher stroke risk
Gum disease may be linked to higher rates of stroke caused by hardened and severely blocked arteries, preliminary research findings indicate.
Shale drilling activity linked to high rates of gonorrhea and chlamydia in Texas
Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health have found that rates of two sexually transmitted infections, gonorrhea and chlamydia, are 15% and 10% higher, respectively, in Texas counties with high shale drilling activity ("fracking"), compared to counties without any fracking.
Star Trek: Picard episode 4 recap: A fan favorite character joins Picard's crew
Picard recruits new allies for his quest to rescue Soji, and we learn more about Narek's mission.
Having sex with more than 10 people 'could be linked to increased cancer risk'
Around 22% of men and just under 8% of women reported 10 or more sexual partners.
Fake news makes disease outbreaks worse, study finds
LONDON, Feb 14 — The rise of “fake news” — including misinformation and inaccurate advice on social media — could make disease outbreaks such as the Covid-19 coronavirus epidemic currently spreading in China worse, according to research published today. In an analysis of how the spread of...
Mechanism of controlling autophagy by liquid-liquid phase separation revealed
Under JST's Strategic Basic Research Programs, Noda Nobuo (Laboratory Head) and Fujioka Yuko (Senior Researcher) of the Institute of Microbial Chemistry, in collaboration with other researchers, discovered ...
Coronavirus: Indonesian city bans sales of bats, snakes
A city in Indonesia’s North Sulawesi province known for exotic animals has stopped sales over Coronavirus (COVID-19) fears, a health official said on Friday. Tomohon is known for its market that...
How to protect yourself from coronavirus on the London Underground
Fears have been sparked that the illness could spread like wildfire on the tube - but how can you stop yourself from being infected?
Soon, a simple blood test could be used to detect cancer
Researchers report high accuracy even before appearance of symptoms
WHO coronavirus team to arrive in China this weekend
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- A multi-national team of experts representing the World Health Organization is scheduled to arrive in China this weekend to assist in the COVID-19 response, officials said Friday.
PU confers honorary doctorate on Governor
Governor Biswa Bhusan Harichandan has been conferred the degree of Doctor of Honoris Causa by the Desh Baghat University of Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab, in the seventh convocation of the university held
Cats are wearing coronavirus masks in China
Pet owners in China are putting on makeshift masks on their furry friends as the deadly coronavirus outbreak continues to ravage the country.
Tipperary girl Sophie, 7, is hoping to make her dream come true
Her smile just brightens the darkest of days
‘Half-Life: Alyx’ Launches March 23rd on Steam
Valve has given fans a Happy Valentine’s Day with the announcement that Half-Life: Alyx finally has a release date. The VR-required return to the Half-Life universe will launch for PC via Steam on March 23 for $59.99. Alyx will support Valve Index, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest with PC and link cable, and Windows […]
Coronavirus cruise treated with 2000 iPhones deployed to everyone stuck on board
In a more curious example of how iPhone is involved with the coronavirus outbreak, the Japanese Ministry of Health is set to hand out over 2000 iPhones to passengers stuck onboard a Princess cruise ship near Japan. Reported by Macotakara, Japan is giving out the iPhones so that “there will be one unit of phone […]
NASA Mars 2020 rover arrives in Florida to prep for July launch to the red planet
NASA’s next Mars rover arrived in Florida this week (Feb. 12) to begin final preparations ahead of its planned July launch. The six-wheeled rover (and its accompanying Mars Helicopter) were ferried across the country by two Air Force C-17 Globemaster cargo planes. The duo touched down at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center at approximately 3 p.m. […]
Climate change could cut lifespan of cold-blooded species – study
Scientists say their findings suggest global warming could have a huge impact on the life expectancy of some animals.
Having more than 10 sexual partners throughout your life 'raises the risk of cancer'
The new study mirrors previous findings linking sexually transmitted infections in the development of several cancers and hepatitis
Long wait for transplant surgery brings limb donation into spotlight
A double amputee is urging people to discuss their wishes about donating their bodies to medical science after they die.