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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...
‘We’re an afterthought’: The push to get Asian-Americans to complete the census
Asian-Americans are the fastest growing population in the nation. But organizers and activists like Yi, 63, worry that Asian-Americans remain largely misunderstood.
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.
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.
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 ...
ALEX BELL: Spending £100bn+ on HS2 when we need money for climate change is criminal-scale folly
Storm Ciara blasted the country with rain, wind and snow. For thousands, it was the cause of rail lines running slow or stopping.
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
‘Social roots of the current protest stronger than JP movement,’ says Gyan Prakash
There are many parallels but also important differences between the current protests and the JP movement of the 70s, says this eminent historian
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.
Walking with Salim Ali...
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
How Wollongong Uni beefed its tech to handle new 1t, 10GB/s microscopes
That's microscope, not telescope: Benchmark Awards 2020 finalist.
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.
Protecting children from harmful food marketing
Professor Amandine Garde highlights the growing recognition of unhealthy food marketing as a major children’s rights issue, and what can and should be done to address it
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 ...
Spanish artists’ dreams of Arabia revealed
DUBAI: The Iraqi calligrapher Wissam Shawkat is sitting quietly at a cafe in Dubai, patiently explaining the intricacies of Arabic calligraphy. “In Latin the letters are separated,” he says. “In Arabic the word is connected, so that creates a lot of ligatures and adds a layer of beauty to the script. One of the reasons Arabic calligraphy is beautiful is that kind of flow and
Fire protection and safety in tunnels: ventilation, fire suppression and fast responses
Dangerous equipment and potentially toxic gases in underground tunnels makes the mining industry particularly susceptible to the risk of workplace fires.
How much does the average Australian earn?
How much does the average Australian earn? Do you earn more than the average Australian wage earner? How can you earn more?
NPA empowers Enugu women, youths with vocational skills equipment
THE Nigeria Ports Authority, NPA, has empowered over 100 women and youths of Umuaram-Ikem, Isi-Uzo local government area of Enugu state
Wolverhampton school celebrates coming out of special measures
A Wolverhampton primary school is celebrating coming out of special measures this week – two years after education chiefs declared it 'inadequate'.
Asbestos and Bomb Damage Hinder Big Ben's Restoration
The cost of shoring up Big Ben and the tower it resides in has risen by £18.6m, thanks to the work turning out to be a little more complex than a few plasterers on Facebook thought it might be, and the discovery of asbestos, WWII bomb damage, inadequate previous repairs, lead paint, the need for specialist clock mechanism repair work and the impact of additional grime from London's death-smog period.
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.
Rat stuck in window and decomposing rodent among Walsall hygiene horrors
A rat scurrying across a shop window, dead rodents, filthy cooking equipment and out-of-date food putting lives at risk.
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
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.
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
Trump’s big bet on career and technical education
Will the White House plans to boost spending on career and technical education help today's teens land better jobs?
People in countryside hit with higher bills
People living in rural East Anglia could be spending thousands more on household essentials than others in the UK, according to a new report.
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 ...
Construction professionals believe fire safety training remains 'inadequate' post-Grenfell
A third of construction professionals believe the industry still has 'inadequate' knowledge and training around fire safety in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster, new research has found.
Singapore PM Lee: Covid-19 outbreak expected to last longer than SARS and cause greater economic impact, but life has to go on
SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — While it took four months before the Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) was fully eradicated from Singapore back in 2003, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said the Covid-19 outbreak is expected to last longer, with a greater impact already hitting the economy. However, Lee...
5 bad money habits to give up sooner rather than later
We're not talking about pinching pennies — we're talking about bad money habits that are holding you back from building wealth.
RFID sensor is powered by dirty diapers
An inexpensive smart diaper without bulky bluetooth transmitters could be near.
Socialist countries don’t have it that great
Unfortunately, I saw two very slanted letters from the same anti-Trump and anti-conservative usual suspects I have seen frequently in The Herald. I must admit I too am biased and opposed to so-called progressive politics.
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...
'Ambitious' staff boost Sutton Coldfield school rating as 'all aspects improve' - Ofsted
“The staff and leadership team have worked incredibly hard to ensure Town Junior School is a place where children feel happy, safe and listened-to and where they know they are cared for.”
3 Steps to a Socially Conscious Portfolio
So you want your investment holdings to reflect your values and you’re confused by all the so-called E.S.G. funds. Here’s how to start.
Bees and flowers have had the world’s longest love affair. Now it’s in danger
Bees pollinate many human foodstuffs. But intensive farming practices may kill them off if we don’t demand change, says Alison Benjamin, editor of Guardian Society
Climate change: Save natural resources
As residents of Washington state, we are lucky to live in a place with an abundance of natural beauty. In the time that I’ve lived here, there has never been...
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.
DataOps: Turning Your Business into a Wealthy Data Democracy
Many businesses have tried to generate value from their data. Many have succeeded: some narrowly, some broadly. At Hitachi Vantara, DataOps is...
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, ...
Our real estate biz not dependent on govt reforms & we continue to do well: Adi Godrej
Adi Godrej, Chairman, Godrej Industries, says the last two years have been record years for Godrej Properties. The chemical business is doing well while the consumer company is under a little pressure as peoples purchasing power has come down.
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.
The false promise of “renewable natural gas”
It’s no substitute for shifting to clean electricity.
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
'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.
Piston Slap: Will EVs Bankrupt Mechanics, Dealerships?
Marc writes: Hi. Long-time reader, and have had a past question answered. With all the hype surrounding electrification, there is one aspect I see little discussion about — the impact on the service and parts business. If the majority of profits at a dealership comes from service and parts, what is the impact of no […]
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.
Single Moms Rock Child Rearing, According to Research
More and more women are considering raising a child on their own. In many countries, it’s possible for women to become pregnant without the help of a partner. However, there might be some concerns about the child growing up without 2 parents. But research says that mothers who are single by choice manage their parental responsibilities just as well as families with 2 parents do.
10 best CBD oils to buy in 2020
You want a CBD oil that is high-quality and will give you the relief you are looking for, so start with these ten CBD oils while you do your shopping.
Spreading The Word On Malnutrition: How The Civil Society Can Play A Crucial Role – Part 2
How civil society can play an important role in addressing malnutrition.
Present Your Data Like a Pro
Demystify the numbers. Your audience will thank you.
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.
Kent State offers students at LeBron James' school 4 years paid tuition, 1 year of room and board
The oldest class of students who have been a part of LeBron James’ I PROMISE Program since the beginning just received another unbelievable opportunity: four years of paid tuition at Kent State University, along with one year of free room and meals.
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.
Radical Abortion Bill ignores human rights of children - Family First
The Select Committee report considering the bill resulting from Jacinda Ardern's policy to liberalise abortion laws has come back with their report, and not surprisingly - because of the make-up of the committee and the muzzling of many people who wanted to make oral submissions - the majority have endorsed the radical and extreme bill.
Blood and sweat: Wearable medical sensors will get major sensitivity boost
Biosensors integrated into smartphones, smart watches and other gadgets are about to become a reality. In a paper featured on the cover of the January issue of Sensors, researchers from the Moscow Institute ...
CDC Director Warns Coronavirus Soon Widespread Throughout United States: ‘It’s Coming’
Says CDC now in 'aggressive containment mode'
Housing providers must become insight-driven to increase fire safety
Mark Holdsworth, Director at Civica argues here that housing providers must become insight-driven to increase fire safety
Contracting Is Not A "problem" That Needs "solving"
Roger Partridge - Chairman
EPOC Explained—The Science Behind Getting Your Bod To Burn More Calories Post-Exercise
2) High-intensity exercises generate a greater EPOC effect than lower-intensity ones. "The higher the intensity of the exercises, the harder you will stress the body," says Proniewych. "This would mean you will need more ATP energy and oxygen after for your body to recover." FatCamera - Getty Images
You're being watched
In China, surveillance is both Orwellian and visible. Here, it's largely invisible.
Is COVID-19 a 'black swan'?
The Chernobyl disaster played a big part in making the Soviet public ripe for regime change. Could the coronavirus have a similar effect in China?
Working from home changes your sex life and relationship — here's how to make sure the change is positive
Could working from home help the birds and the bees, ahem, get busier? Most people seem to think so.
You could be cheating on your taxes without realizing it. Here's how to tell.
Recent changes in tax laws eliminating or curtailing some long-time deductions and credits could turn ordinary taxpayers into inadvertent tax cheats.
Are you having second thoughts about your career choice?
According to a recent survey by Toronto-based non-profit career coaching and development organization CERIC, nearly 72 per cent of Canadians who meet with the organization’s career counsellors wish they had chosen a different career path
Incomplete and inadequate: Information lacking for seniors looking for assisted living
Assisted living facilities are one option for seniors. But finding clear and accurate information about them isn't easy.
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.
UN warns of humanitarian disaster if locust swarms aren't stopped
Billions of locusts have been swarming across the Arabian peninsula and East Africa
Pope Francis's dream
With the easy credulity that has become so typical of journalists during his pontificate, many observers, both Catholic and secular, expected Pope Francis's recent apostolic exhortation to relax the ancient discipline of clerical celibacy for some priests of the Roman Rite. This did not happen.An
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.
New Report A Pathfinder For Affordable Housing
A report released today by LGNZ provides a roadmap for councils finding their way through the complex policy, regulatory and market tools available to help enable more affordable housing developments for New Zealanders.
Stanbic IBTC creates a phenomenal experience of tech and agric
It is youth-empowering events like the “Youth Leadership Series” (YLS) organized by Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc that makes the difference.
Why you can never have too much super
If you're working hard and planning for retirement, you might wonder if you have too much in super. In my opinion, you can't.
The State Of Indian Education With Mohandas Pai And Nisha Holla Part 1
Watch for a wealth of insights on education from our esteemed guests
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.
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.
Texas school district invests in high-tech security software to protect students
A Texas school district has taken security to a new level by installing hundreds of cameras in its 14 schools. At any point in time, around two-dozen can have facial recognition capabilities.
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..
The Two-Step Path To Financial Independence
If you’re interested in financial independence, whether you want to see if you can accumulate enough capital to retire early or just want the kind of financial stability that lets you live your life as you choose, there’s a two-step path to getting there....
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.
MeerKAT telescope gets R800m for 20 new dishes
The investment in the MeerKAT extension is split roughly into two equal contributions of R400 million by SA and Germany.
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
S/4 HANA Migration Really Doesn’t Have to Be that Complicated
Planning your SAP S/4 Hana migration: 8 key steps to success.
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.
Potential Manchester United buyers are being put off by £200m stadium upgrade
It seems the state of the stadium is causing issues for any potential buyers
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 ...
What Do You Get When You Cross Opinion With News?
Nathan Smith - Chief Editor
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...
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
Victory as British Gas reverse meter change that left poor families going hungry
The energy giant agreed to a U-turn after the minimum payment rise, from £1 to £5, attracted a 90,000-strong petition and a story on Mirror Online
How this row of bungalows has become unlikely test bed for cheaper electric bills - but it comes at a whopping cost
The Swansea Valley properties will be fitted with gizmos like new Tesla batteries
Longstanding flaw in sensor readings could lead to heating and cooling design errors
Standard comfort measurements used to design buildings' heating and cooling systems share a common flaw, according to new research. The researchers said the findings could mean that designers have relied ...
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 ...
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.
Is augmented and virtual reality technology essential for education?
Dave Kenworthy questions whether or not the education sector should be adopting augmented and virtual reality technology to improve learning experiences
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.
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....
Microelectronics embedded in live jellyfish enhance propulsion
Researchers in robotic materials aim to artificially control animal locomotion to address the existing challenges to actuation, control and power requirements in soft robotics. In a new report in Science ...
Successful blitz on anti-social behaviour in Levenmouth to continue for a second year
A crackdown on anti-social behaviour that cut calls to the police by 60% is to continue for a second year.
Financial infidelity: 1 in 5 Canadians keep money secrets from their partner
While love is in the air for some this Valentine’s Day, a new survey finds that secrets are too with one in five Canadians admitting to engaging in financial infidelity.
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.
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
Bernie Sanders will be good for American economy, top economist says after Goldman Sachs attack
Bernie Sanders’ economic policies would be good for the American economy, according to a new book by a renowned economist.
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 Will Not Stop The 2020 Geneva Motor Show
As one of the major events on the annual motoring calendar, the upcoming Geneva International Motor Show (G...
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
EU jobs commissioner: Workers must have right to disconnect
’We’re not robots,’ says Nicolas Schmit.
Chemical plant bosses apologise after flaring lights up sky
ExxonMobil said the incident, which sparked concern among local residents, occurred as it attempts to restart the Mossmorran site.
47% of Near-Retirees Don't Know How to Answer This Important Question
Hint: It involves your Social Security benefits.
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.
Snapchat is 'here for you' with new mental health feature
At a time when cyberbullying and unhealthy messaging are running rampant online, social networking sites are grappling with how to address it.
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
The second innings; On dealing with Retirement Syndrome
Want to know more about the Retirement Syndrome? Read on...
'Unique opportunities' at CTI Senior College of Further Education , Clonmel
Thinking about college? Or a career? Working through all the third-level courses and career options available to school leavers can be daunting. With much of the focus for Leaving Certificate st...
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.
Look to Water Utilities for Steady Growth
The utilities sector has been the No. 2 performer so far this year. And with estimates of up to $1 trillion needed for water infrastructure replacement, it looks poised to grow.
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.
Black Americans are not a monolithic group so stop treating us like one
America’s black population includes many differences based on geography, gender and a host of other factors
Patient like the earth
The earth supports every form of life, whether plant, animal or human, and sustains all life, and so it becomes a point of comparison for those who want to speak about the virtues of patience and forb
What women need to know about menopause and mental Health
Here, Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, discusses everything that women need to know about menopause and mental health
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
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.
Airport Parking and Hotels sets out 20 travel predictions for the decade
Award-winning airport parking operator, Airport Parking and Hotels (APH.com), has pulled together its UK travel industry predictions for the 2020s. 1. The Heathrow Hiatus Continues The Heathrow expansion will remain a political talking point and will continue to be faced with multiple challenges even if it does secure government support. 2. Gatwick’s Stealthy Development While the Heathrow debate will make headlines, Gatwick will stealthily progress the development of its second runway so that its two runways can be used simultaneously, almost certainly beating Heathrow
5 Ways to Help You Get Through Depression
Don’t let the feelings you feel and thoughts you think overtake your well being. Easier said than done, right? But the question is, how to not be depressed? Learn more about it in this article.
Programme to reduce AIDS-related deaths gets $784 million
The National HIV/AIDS Response in Jamaica initiative has been allocated $784 million in the 2020/2021 Budget, now before the House of Representatives. The objective of the project is to reduce AIDS-related deaths by reaching at-risk individuals...
66% of Older Workers Will Experience This Devastating Retirement-Planning Setback
It's a risk that nobody can completely avoid.
Boomtown Festival unveils ambitious plan to 'plant one million trees this year' - with your help
'We want to inspire individuals to work together to create positive social and environmental change'
Should you drink alkaline water?
Should you make alkaline water a regular part of your diet?
If you haven't started saving for retirement, don't panic, but get a plan
OTTAWA - Canadians are bombarded by advertising preaching the virtues of starting to save for retirement early, letting the benefits of time and compound in
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.
PSA Welcomes Increased Government Funding For Homeless Support
The campaign for housing justice is a key priority of the PSA, with members across the country reporting they struggle to afford rent or mortgage payments.
Manufacturing industry still shrinking despite some January growth
The manufacturing industry is off to a sluggish start with the sector in contraction for the second month in a row. The BNZ-Business New Zealand Performance of Manufacturing Index was 49.6 for January, up on December's 49.3. A reading above 50 points to expansion. BNZ senior economist Craig Ebert said despite the figure, it was still a decent outcome. "Very precisely it's a contraction, but in the broad scheme of things it's pretty much stable.
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.
How to Be Confident (Not Arrogant) and Win Over New Clients
Let your experience, track record and satisfied customers do the talking.
Feeling sleepy all the time? Maybe it's time to see a doctor
We all feel tired and sleepy during the day sometimes, but if that keeps happening way too often, it could be the first signs of a sleep...
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.
Japan Atomic accused of altering data about fault under Tsuruga reactor
The Nuclear Regulation Authority on Friday accused Japan Atomic Power Co. of modifying the original geological data used to determine whether a fault under
3 Online Search Tips For Students
Searching online has many educational benefits. For instance, one study found students who used advanced online search strategies also had higher grades at university....
Snapchat will soon offer mental health support when searching sensitive topics
In the coming months, Snapchat will roll out a new "Help For You" feature that will provide resources to users when they search sensitive terms involving subjects like anxiety, depression, bullying, and more.
Open Plan Offices Make People Lonelier
With open plan offices the hits just keep coming.
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.
People With 1 Job Skill on Their LinkedIn Profile Get Hired at Faster Rates
LinkedIn found job seekers who had this skill got hired at the highest rates.
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.
Brookman: We must not reject the voices of others, despite disagreement
Early in my career, I was taught that no one in your company ever works “for” you but that good leadership always indicates that everyone works “with” you. All opinions have value and the strength…
TN Budget 2020-21: Allocation for Archaeology Dept will help in reconstruction of State’s history, says Madurai MP
Su. Venkatesan said that until this year, there has been a huge shortage of manpower and funds to carry out research, particularly in places like Keeladi and Adichanallur
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
Artificial intelligence ‘could prevent disease’
Experts have been looking at whether technology can be used to predict conditions early enough for effective treatment.
Street's Most Famous Bear Worries Retail Investors Don't Appreciate Corporate Debt Risk
Albert Edwards gave an interview to Bloomberg this week, and much of the discussion centered around the risks embedded in investment grade debt.There's a ton of nuance to this discussion, and I want t
Polluted Droplets Stay In Air For Hours If You Flush Without Closing The Toilet Lid
Closing the lid doesn't help, either.
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...
The war between boomers and millennials benefits neither side
In today’s circular economy precariousness crosses the generational divide, says journalist and author Rachel Shabi
Z Stock Could Win but the U.S. Might Not
Demographic megatrends presents a massive tailwind for Zillow, but housing affordability is a metric to watch.
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
It’s Time To Kiss Oil Goodbye And Start A Healthier Relationship With Electric Transport
Valentine’s Day: it’s time to kiss oil goodbye and start a healthier relationship with electric transport, Mercury says.
Data from Spotify Suggest That Listeners Are Gloomiest in February
Around the world, the most popular tunes this month will be depressing ones [Editor's note: the link may be paywalled.]. From a report: Residents of the northern hemisphere might think that their moods are worst in January. Christmas is over, the nights are long and summer is a distant prospect. New...
Intel's hopes for 'The Classroom of the Future'
Intel's UK General Manager at BETT this year on Intel's ambitions for the future of EdTech.
Fox 4 Investigates Supportive Housing in Lee County
In neighborhoods all over Lee County, it's a little known secret that houses are being bought and used to offer low rent to people with mental illness or substance abuse issues.
Comment: Apple is wrong in the staff bag search case, and should fix it today
We learned yesterday that the California Supreme Court ruled against Apple in a bag search case: deciding whether or not the company has to pay ...
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:
UK women’s soccer team to schedule training around periods
Women athletes have different needs. Period. Chelsea F.C. Women, the UK women’s pro soccer club, has announced that their training schedule will now accommodate the team’s menstrual
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
Chemical plant bosses apologise after flaring lights up sky
ExxonMobil said the incident, which sparked concern among local residents, occurred as it attempts to restart the Mossmorran site.
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.
Shell Singapore employees instructed to work at home over coronavirus concerns
Shell instructed a number of its Singapore employees to work from home for the time being after the company confirmed that one employee was in close contact with someone who tested positive for
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.
Pope Francis's dream
The pope's latest treatise is a powerful critique of our modern world
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.
Brexit and how farmers can survive it: how the next 11 months will shape the sector
It would be foolish to think that farmers in lowland areas such as East Anglia are going to get
Valentine's Day: A flower's long journey to your special someone
Flowers make quite a journey before you can give them to your Valentine!
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
EDS submission on Urban Development Bill calls for stronger environmental safeguards
EDS has filed its submission on the Urban Development Bill. The Bill is a companion piece to last year’s KÄinga Ora - Homes and Communities Act, which established KÄinga Ora as a government developer and landlord. What the Urban Development Bill now seeks to do is to position this entity as an urban development authority and endow it with a suite of powers to enable it to undertake urban development at pace and scale.
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.
A Real Solution for Airport Security
Keep calm and wash your hands.
How To Build A Digital ID In Layers
In an interview with PYMNTS, Trulioo COO Zac Cohen cautions against a "one-size-fits-all" approach to digital identity.
Army Research Lab explores new '6G' and beyond wireless network
A dismounted soldier taking enemy fire in a high-intensity combat engagement comes across a vital enemy location, snaps a quick photo of the area with a handheld device and then transmits the time-sensitive intelligence information to other soldiers and ground commanders. Images are then sent to air and ground units in a position to attack, and the enemy asset is destroyed in an instant, long before it has an opportunity to strike U.S. forces.
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.
One Liverpool family evicted a day as housing crisis grips city
Shocking new statistics show how many people are facing homelessness
The hammer of justice for sexual assault victims must be swift, loud and consistent
Only a tiny proportion of reported rapes ever make it to court
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.
Ukraine's minister explains slowdown in health care reform (Video)
The prevention and treatment of cerebral strokes and heart attacks, as well as childbirth and newborn care programs will be priorities.
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.
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 ...
Wirral Autism charity bags big award
Autism Together has been going since 2016 and has provided training for businesses on how to be autism aware
Smelling this year's Valentine roses could leave you on a real high
Smelling this year's Valentine roses could leave you on a real high
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.
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.
No, Rahul Gandhi. The Modi govt is taking the coronavirus threat VERY seriously.
When you look at the facts, the picture that emerges is of a country that may not be ideally equipped to tackle the coronavirus epidemic but is still trying sincerely -- and not of an administration that "is not taking this threat seriously".
Headteachers raise concerns before rollout of lower Secondary curriculum
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the National Curriculum Development Centre – NCDC moves to roll out the new lower secondary curriculum on February 17th, 2020, headteachers are raising several issues which they think should be addressed urgently. Their ignorance of the new curriculum could easily be seen on Thursday during a meeting with NCDC …
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.
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
PSA: Spermicidal Condoms Are No Good
A condom that can actually kill sperm sounds like a pretty good deal when it comes to birth control, right? But it turns out they aren’t any more effective than regular condoms, and they can actually increase your risk of STDs....
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
Four Shortlisted NASA Missions Would Explore the Nastiest Places in the Solar System
As part of its ongoing Discovery Program, NASA has selected four possible missions that would involve some of the most hostile and enigmatic places in the solar system.
Why business community isn’t happy with govt amid virus crisis
At the beginning of this month, the Hospital Authority (HA) claimed that its stock of protective gear for frontline healthcare workers was enough to meet the requirements for at least 90 days. Nevertheless, Dr. Deacons Yeung Tai-kong, HA’s cluster services director, suggested otherwise recently, as he said that given the dramatic upsurge in usage, particularly…
Texas school district invests in high-tech security software to protect students
A Texas school district has taken security to a new level by installing hundreds of cameras in its 14 schools. At any point in time, around two-dozen can have facial recognition capabilities.
U.N. Seeks Climate Policy Advice from Video Game Players
The United Nations wants engage video game players around the world and ask their advice on future "climate change" policies.
China Reports 6 Health Workers Dead and 1,716 Sickened by Coronavirus
Health officials in China announced on Friday that the new coronavirus has sickened at least 1,716 health care workers and killed six. Roughly 87 per cent of those health workers infected with COVID-19 were in Hubei province, the epicentre of the outbreak, according to Chinese state media outlet China Daily.
Zuckerberg’s Early Diary Plays a Starring Role in New Facebook Opus
Facebook: The Inside Story provides deep access to company executives, including Mark Zuckerberg and Sheryl Sandberg.
Low-cost 'smart' diaper can notify caregiver when it's wet
For some infants, a wet diaper is cause for an instant, vociferous demand to be changed, while other babies may be unfazed and happy to haul around the damp cargo for lengthy periods without complaint. ...
Could you be suffering from sexsomnia? Here’s what you need to know
Patients with sexsomnia could even rape their partners in their sleep
AI algorithms intended to root out welfare fraud often end up punishing the poor instead
States are increasingly turning to machine learning and algorithms to detect fraud in food stamps, Medicaid and other welfare programs – despite little evidence of actual fraud.
MP holds school heads to account for 0 to 3% pass rate - real change guaranteed is when people hold MP to account
"Chiredzi South legislator Kalisto Gwanetsa last week called a meeting with all school heads in his constituency after it recorded poor results during the 2019 ...
Everton Show the Way by Promoting Community Rather than Gambling
In a climate of serious concern finally rising about football’s drenching with gambling adverts, Everton showed a glimpse of a better future at their home match with Crystal Palace on Saturday. Rather than promoting to the watching world Everton’s sp
The OCR Should Be Cut
The Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Committee releases its next Monetary Policy Statement and Official Cash Rate (OCR) decision next Wednesday – the first we’ve heard from them since November.
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.
The rogues on our roads
Do motorists need sensitisation programmes and special training modules on traffic laws? asks Nidhi Adlakha
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 ...
Shropshire care specialist awards staff pay rises
A company has decided to smash through the current salaries for care staff and introduce pay rises of up to 55 per cent above minimum wage.
Insecurity: Sen. Shettima drums support for Buhari
Sen. Kassim Shettima on Thursday advised Nigerians to stop demonising President Muhammadu Buhari, noting that he had done enough in trying to
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.
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 ...
Merseyside borough's PFI schools still cost public £30m a year
One school has been closed for seven years but the council is still paying millions for it
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
Who’s Profiting From Your Outrageous Medical Bills?
The same people who should be fixing them.
How to ensure the elderly do not suffer from malnutrition
Let's start by looking at the reasons that lead to malnutrition in the elderly.
Cruise Baltic becomes the first paper-free cruise network
Cruise Baltic is the first cruise network to become completely paperless. The initiative is in line with the ambition for the Baltic Sea to be the most sustainable cruise destination in the world. Printed material is history at Cruise Baltic. The action to become paper-free is in line with the cruise network’s ambition for the Baltic Sea to become the most sustainable cruise destination in the world. The paperless initiative means that from now on, Cruise Baltic does not print any
Reform in Saudi Arabia: The Climate-Coffee Connection
The beans that power the kingdom’s coffeehouses, which are hotbeds of talk about social change, are threatened by diminishing water supplies
Rapper offers free 'hip hop breathing' exercises to tackle knife crime
N1 is also releasing the first hip hop/yoga album - which includes deep breathing.
Ho Ching: “Now is not the time to relax yet!” referring to slower spread of Covid19
Ho Ching: “Now is not the time to relax yet!” referring to slower spread of Covid19
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 ...
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 ...
Why flying at lower or higher altitudes might reduce the climate impact of air travel
Only a small fraction of flights would need to adjust their altitudes to achieve the effect, new research suggests.
South Africans describe the pain of unemployment
A lack of social support by the community and public social welfare agencies make the experiences worse.
‘The English have landed’: France finally starts lifting menstrual taboo
The French are world-leaders when it comes to coining euphemisms for women’s periods, including one derived from the Battle of Waterloo. Spurred on by a new generation of female activists, they are f…
Experts say fake news could worsen disease outbreaks
The increase in fake news could be making disease outbreaks worse, experts say.
Graduating College This Year? Here’s What to Expect (And How to Explain to Your Parents)
It’s important to have a general understanding of what that might be like, and how to prepare because the workforce has changed since the days your parents were hunting for entry-level jobs.
Misguided Attempts To Improve The Housing Situation
Today there have been calls to rehash the capital gains tax argument and restrict the ability for rental property owners to borrow funds. These are misguided calls.
Why Neeraj Dewan in bullish on consumption, infra and auto
Neeraj Dewan, Director, Quantum Securities, says growth is not happening for the larger part of the market, but four to six months down the line, the economic activity should pick up and one must select stocks based on that.
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.
Can Corporate America Get Behind Medicare for All?
One man’s crusade to sell big business on a health care overhaul
Talking about finance can temper the flames among couples
But not communicating money goals and values on a regular basis can lead to secrecy, resentment and blame in a relationship
Coronavirus conspiracy theories 'could increase number of UK cases'
An expert has warned against the spread of misinformation on social media.
The latest Borderlands 3 patch adds a ton of bug fixes, finally catches Stadia version up with the rest
There's two sets of big Borderlands 3 changes going on this week. One side has to deal with the Broken Hearts event, which runs through February 20 at 8:59AM PT. A different flavor of the Halloween event, you'll be gathering heart...
'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
From khat to coffee: revitalising an age-old Yemeni crop
In Haraz, farmers and exporters are bringing new life to a globally acclaimed and desired product
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 ...
Beware oil execs in environmentalists’ clothing – BP could derail real change
If the company wants us to believe it can be part of the solution, it needs to stop drilling, says campaigner Alice Bell
Loads of young people have 'no idea' how the morning after pill works
Myths and misinformation are leaving people at risk of unplanned pregnancy.
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.
A growing presence on the farm: Robots
The robot, named TerraSentia, resembled a souped up version of a lawn mower, with all-terrain wheels and a high-resolution camera on each side.
1 in 10 Americans admit to using ‘stalkerware’ to monitor their partners
A poll by NortonLifeLoc found one in 10 Americans use stalkerware to monitor their partners’ text messages, phone calls, direct messages, and more.
Tennessee Republicans worry women will go on tampon-buying frenzy
During an annual three-day holiday, shoppers are allowed to buy computers and clothing tax-free, but a proposal to include tampons has gotten pushbackWomen can’t be trusted around tax-free tampons. If you cut the price of menstrual products they’re bound to go tampon-mad and buy boxes of the stuff, just
Demand for "Organic" Products is Growing, But Consumers Do Not Necessarily Understand What the Term Entails
Product labels offer valuable information, particularly as consumers become increasingly concerned about what is contained in the products they buy. With growing demand for clean, green, and eco-friendly products, many manufacturers have placed increased emphasis on how they market their products, b
Some Thoughts on Coronaviruses and Seatbelts
“Hope is not a strategy.”— James Cameron A prescient article titled “Body Count” by Epsilon Theory/Ben Hunt (@epsilontheory) was recently sent to me by one of my smartest and most conne…
Your letters for Feb. 14
In praise of concreteRe: Mass timber towers up to 12 storeys approved for Alberta, Feb. 8So Alberta has approved mass timber towers up to 12 storeys. Bigger buildings, more units. They are rated fo…
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?
A third of stroke survivors are 'too scared to have sex' says survey
Metro.co.uk: News, Sport, Showbiz, Celebrities from Metro
Why Southwold is family-owned brewing and pubs group's 'forever' home
Playing an active part in the community is
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
LogicBio: A Speculative Buy For Their GeneRide Platform Based Gene Therapies
LogicBio Therapeutics develops gene therapies to treat rare genetic diseases in pediatric patients with significant unmet medical needs.Their treatments, based on their proprietary GeneRide platform,
Farmers urged to stick heads above parapet to build trust
Farmers and those working in the agriculture industry must get better at telling their story as a means of building public trust in the sector and the goods it produces.
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.
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.
Tech challenges can be turned into opportunities: RGUKT Chancellor
‘Experiment on to provide the best quality education to the top 1% of rural undergraduates’
'Will they take my kids away?': the immigrants refusing food aid amid Trump crackdown
The administration’s anti-immigrant agenda has made people fearful of accepting help they are legally entitled to
Audacious and Boots Hearingcare partner to support people with hearing loss
Innovative new mobile network Audacious has partnered with Boots Hearingcare to collaborate on their shared mission of supporting people living with hearing loss.
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?
Scientists Identify Genes from ‘Ghost Population’ of Ancient Humans
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Deep Dive: Paper Checks: The Bane Of Student Disbursements?
The Disbursements Tracker Deep Dive examines how checks are alive and well for student aid disbursements, despite security flaws and better digital methods.
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
Interview: Learn how to code with Endless
A look at how a new program is introducing all ages to the world of coding.
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
Labor Unions Need All the Help They Can Get
The House just passed a bill making it easier for workers to organize. It doesn’t go far enough.
‘System by default’ – how to make a good idea a reality
Implementing the new ‘system by default’ approach to running and organising the NHS must be delivered through incremental change that identifies what is needed and what will work, not through central diktat. Writes Nick Ville.
Bharat Gupt: ‘Language is only an attribute, not one’s sole identity’
Author, academician Bharat Gupt discusses how his love for culture and traditions was shaped in his childhood
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.
India must focus on skill-based education
Initiating vocational training at the school level will make young people employment-ready and also boost India’s competitiveness
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.
Plans for 200 flats approved despite 400 people objecting
One resident said traffic near the site is 'hideous'
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.
Invest in a centrally-managed approach to work placements
Embedding good quality work experience in the NHS is vital to attracting the college students needed to address the workforce crisis, writes Gillian Cairn
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.
Farmers Fear New Water Rules Could Push Them Under
William Beetham's attachment to the land he farms in the Wairarapa stretches back six generations. His family settled there in the 1850s and is regarded as one of New Zealand's farming dynasties. At one stage, the original 30-plus room Brancepeth station was the largest in the district. Beetham lives on a nearby farm and runs a beef and sheep business over the two properties. This is hilly land - baked dry and brown in the summer, but cold and wet in the winter. It is sandstone country, with easily eroded hillsides stretching down to a river - the Wainuiora - that runs along the valley. The family has been planting trees for years to keep the land from slipping.
Supercharging decarbonization through intelligent technologies
Integrating digital tools into the world's energy systems could reduce carbon emissions by more than 50%, a new review has found.
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.
Symptoms of coronavirus: Can you tell if your cold or flu is actually Covid-19?
What symptoms do you need to be aware of?
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.…
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 ...
Floating classrooms bring education to flooded communities in Bangladesh
Floating schools are providing much-needed primary education to Bangladeshi children who are cut off from schools during monsoon season.
Most Americans Would Prefer an Unexpected Financial Challenge to a Romantic Breakup
People seem to value their hearts over their wallets, according to a new survey.
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 ...
Mandryk: Ready appointment another wise move by Moe gov't in FCL-Unifor dispute
Sometimes government wins by simply being seen as the voice of reason and the appointment of Vince Ready is infinitely reasonable.
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.
Artificial intelligence ‘could prevent disease’
Experts have been looking at whether technology can be used to predict conditions early enough for effective treatment.
How to have great sex during and after menopause
Menopause can cause a lack of interest in sex and vaginal dryness.
Student Radio Network Approaches Forty
The Student Radio Network of Aotearoa (SRN) turns forty next year and celebrates with a statement of their continued commitment to local music; to excellence in local content; and to the service of diverse audiences.
Space exploration: The ultimate test of our capabilities
Dr John Bates discusses how mission-critical software testing for space exploration can be done quickly and efficiently with the aid of new technology
Kent State offers students at LeBron James' school 4 years paid tuition, 1 year of room and board
The oldest class of students who have been a part of LeBron James’ I PROMISE Program since the beginning just received another unbelievable opportunity: four years of paid tuition at Kent State University, along with one year of free room and meals.
Education ministry asks private schools to participate in secondary school selection exercise
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The ministry of education and sports is urging private schools to take part in the secondary school selection process so that learners have a wide range of choices and also to decrease on possibilities of placing students who later fail to turn up where they are placed. The call was …
Worried About Retirement? 3 Moves That'll Help You Change Your Mindset
If the idea of leaving the workforce is making you anxious, these steps are a must.
Letters to the editor: Feb. 14: ‘Maybe Jody Wilson-Raybould could have intervened.’ Readers wonder what’s next as pipeline protests continue, plus other letters to the editor
In today’s letters to the editor: China and the coronavirus; the Coastal GasLink pipeline; Eastern energy; Western energy; to Christie
TIF: 'People in racing are exhausted' by lack of change
The Thoroughbred Idea Foundation revisits a report they published in 2019 asking why companies like Equibase continue to charge for their data.
Durex’s “sex positive” rebrand introduces One Night Sans typeface
The British condom manufacturer’s new brand positioning supposedly takes a stand against “sexual taboos, stigmas and outdated, non-inclusive attitudes”.
UK police deny responsibility for poster urging parents to report kids for using Kali Linux
Updated: Using Discord, too, is apparently a warning sign that your child is turning into a naughty hacker.
Saskatchewan's growth industry: Intensive livestock
When George Flotre ran a small farm, he knew every one of his cows. Now he only really knows Rita.
Hospital reports 'limited bed availability' today
MAYO University Hospital is 'extremely busy' today.
Over $1 million to help Tairawhiti youth into employment - Willie Jackson
Employment Minister Willie Jackson announced today that TairÄwhiti rangatahi will benefit from an investment made by the Government’s He Poutama Rangatahi (HPR) scheme.
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.
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.
COVID-19: No plans to close schools yet, says Education Minister Ong Ye Kung; focus is on raising hygiene standards
SINGAPORE: Schools will remain open for now, said Minister for Education Ong Ye Kung on Friday (Feb 14), responding to calls from parents for ...
It's time to step up your risk assessment approach
Focus must be on identifying as many issues as possible rather than aiming to provide a clean report.
The ABCs Of The California Gig Worker Ruling
California's ruling to deny a request to halt enforcement of AB5 spotlights the clash between the private sector and the government over the gig economy and more.
Artificial intelligence ‘could prevent disease’
Experts have been looking at whether technology can be used to predict conditions early enough for effective treatment.
Excellence VIP Services wins The Best Luxury Concierge Service in Europe
Making people happy, bringing them the highest quality services, being flexible and devoted, exceeding the customers’ expectations – that’s what can be called excellence. Excellence VIP Services is a company that completely lives up to its proud name. And the new status of the winner of Luxury Lifestyle Awards in the category of The Best Luxury Concierge Service in Europe proves the high service level of this company. Excellence VIP Services is the only choice for wealthy people who accept only
How to get the best deal on your trade-in car
If you’re bringing an old car to the dealership as part of your negotiations for a new set of wheels, your job is to squeeze every possible dollar out of the vehicle you’re trading in
Love as healing power
Dr Sue Carter, Director of the Kinsey Institute provides an expert insight into the role of oxytocin, a hormone that helps to explain the healing power of love
Borderlands 3 February Update is now available, increases level cap, full patch notes revealed
Gearbox has released the February Update for Borderlands 3.
Rent-to-buy scheme aims to help breach the ‘deposit barrier’
New homes at reduced rents give first-time buyers a chance to get on the housing ladder
33 per cent of us have ended, or would end a relationship because of a partner's debt: Survey
The number one financial reason cited for ending a relationship is a lack of financial honesty, such as hidden debt or purchases
Alan Costello: Engineering a bright future for everyone
THE last 10 months have been particularly busy, and rewarding, for Alan Costello. In April 2019, he was elected chairman of the Cork branch of Engineers Ireland.
Research: Organizations That Move Fast Really Do Break Things
Prioritizing action over consideration often leads to unethical behavior.
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
What is ‘skin fasting’ and is it good for you?
The idea is to take a break from your skincare routine, so as to improve the way it functions.
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.
Alabama Lawmaker’s Troll Job Bill Requiring Vasectomies Is Clearly Unconstitutional
One Alabama lawmaker appears to believe she’s got the answer to “neutralize” Alabama’s restrictive abortion law. State Rep. Rolanda Hollis (D-Birmingham) introduced HB-238 on Thursday, which would require every man to get a vasectomy within a month of his 50th birthday or the birth of their third child; under the law, the procedure is to be paid for out of the men’s own pockets.
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.
Angioplasties shoot up due to price cap, says research on insurance claims
25,769 insurance claims under Vajpayee Arogyashree (now merged into Ayushman Bharat-Arogya Karnataka) from 69 private and seven public hospitals from February 2016 to February 2018.
Design A Martian City State And You Could Bag Yourself $10,000
Last month, Elon Musk tweeted about SpaceX’s ambitious goal of landing a million people on Mars by 2050. Whilst more thought probably needs to be given to
Study On Misogynist Men's Groups On The Internet Confirms The Obvious
I'm sure if you've been online and strayed off of the Baby Shark music video on YouTube onto Reddit, Twitter, or even the comments section of the Baby Shar
British Vogue Taps Amber Valletta as Sustainability Editor
This is a new position for the British title.
SWESCO marks 61st Anniversary
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Young minds to fuel the growth of the pharma sector
Young minds to fuel the growth of the pharma sector
South Australia won't have to Pyne for jobs
There will be no dearth of opportunities for Aussies, not least those fluent in French, writes Rowan Dean.
UFI President Mary Larkin: “Exhibition Industry committed to providing meeting places around the world”
PARIS - The outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 is impacting the global exhibitions and events industry, as events of all kinds are being postponed or cancelled. UFI President Mary Larkin issued the following statement: “We stand in sympathy and support of everyone affected by the current COVID-19 outbreak, whether directly or indirectly. The exhibitions and events industry exists to provide platforms for people and industries to meet, to trade, and to collaborate. These gatherings are especially important in times of disruption. It is
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
Broadband transmission-type coding metasurface for electromagnetic beam forming and scanning
Due to their excellent performance in manipulating electromagnetic (EM) waves freely and flexibly, metasurfaces have been widely investigated since the beginning of the 21st century. However, with the ...
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 ...
Artificial intelligence ‘could prevent disease'
Experts have been looking at whether technology can be used to predict conditions early enough for effective treatment.
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.
China Using Drones in Increasingly Dystopian Ways to Combat Coronavirus Outbreak
Authorities in China have deployed drones to combat the spread of coronavirus in a variety of ways since the outbreak began, including disinfectant drones and drones that fly around with a loudspeaker to tell people they should keep their masks on. But there’s another way that police in China have started to use drones, and it makes you feel like we live in the future. But maybe not the future we were hoping for.
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 ...
Australia's First Hospital's Construction Was Paid for Exclusively through Rum Sales
In the early 1800s, Australia was faced with a lack of infrastructure, so one British general hatched an interesting idea to pay for the country's first hospital.
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).
Skyrmions like it hot: Spin structures are controllable even at high temperatures
A joint research project of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) that previously demonstrated the use of new spin structures for future magnetic ...
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
Why “De-growth” Shouldn’t Scare Businesses
There’s opportunity in an economy that produces and consumes less.
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.
Hawaiian, Gaelic, Yiddish: so you want to learn an endangered language on Duolingo?
Languages do not become endangered peacefully. Duolingo’s efforts to teach such languages have entangled the company in often fraught historical contexts
Retirement Advisor: Paying For Your Parents' Retirement (Podcast)
A new survey by AgeUp finds that people don’t know much about their parents’ finances and are worried they may have to kick in their own funds to sustain them.The MassMutual unit is offering deferred
'Maine's Climate Future' documents progression of accelerating change
Nearly every climate-related parameter measured in Maine is accelerating, according to "Maine's Climate Future—2020 Update," the latest report from the University of Maine. The rate of air and sea warming ...
Q&A: Coronavirus likely to infect the global economy
The rapid development of China's coronavirus crisis coincided with the annual idling of much of the country's economic activity due to the Lunar New Year break, which typically runs for a week or two. ...
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 ...
Historian Niall Ferguson: 'We are in Cold War II'
China's global ambitions are no longer something that can be ignored.
Whenever my husband and I talk about investing, we fight. How can we get on the same path?
He has almost $100,000 invested in a high interest savings account which I don’t think is an efficient strategy
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.
Apocalyptic Footage Shows Massive Locust Swarm In Africa
Swarm consumes entire valley in Kenya
China Reports 6 Health Workers Dead and 1,716 Sickened by Coronavirus
Health officials in China announced on Friday that the new coronavirus has sickened at least 1,716 health care workers and killed six. Roughly 87 percent of those health workers infected with COVID-19 were in Hubei province, the epicenter of the outbreak, according to Chinese state media outlet China Daily.
Hundreds turn up for Harvest Money expo
One of the trainers Benedict Rwakabale, called on farmers to come and learn various skills in farming.
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 ...
When to Stay or Walk Away: Your Guide to Navigating Business Development
Follow these 4 guidelines, and keep your head in the game of business development.
So you want to buy an election?
A short list of things Mike Bloomberg could buy with his campaign money that would improve his election prospects
Scientist suggests damming the North Sea to protect Europe from climate change
A scientist has suggested building a pair of dams to enclose the North Sea and defend northern Europe from rising sea levels.
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 ...
Ionotronic technology that doesn't require liquid electrolytes
A team of researchers from the University of Massachusetts and Harvard University has developed a type of ionotronic technology that does not require liquid electrolytes. In their paper published in the ...
Boston Dynamics' Robot Dog Spot Will Soon Start Working on Oil Rigs
Spot, Boston Dynamics' robot dog, is going to begin work on Aker BP's Skarv oil rig. As an attempt to move away from the dangerous roles on oil rigs, the companies are working together to find a safe solution.
Labor Unions Need All the Help They Can Get
(Bloomberg Opinion) -- The House of Representatives just passed an interesting bill dealing with organized labor. Known as the Protect the Right to Organize Act, the bill would ban states from enacting so-called right-to-work laws. It would make it illegal for employers to permanently replace striking
Orientation And Pōwhiri To Kick Off 2020
While some classes have already begun, most students will start on 17 February. During that week, iwi representatives will lead the welcome of students with pōwhiri on each campus.
Tennessee Republicans worry women will go on tampon-buying frenzy
During an annual three-day holiday, shoppers are allowed to buy computers and clothing tax-free, but a proposal to include tampons has gotten pushback
Climate Change-focused School Opens In Taranaki
A groundbreaking school that puts a green ethos at the centre of its learning is celebrating its opening in Taranaki today.
Is It Legal To Post A Negative Review Online?
Writing an online review can be cathartic. But is it legal? It turns out you could be sued for defamation. Yes, even in Australia.
School attendance has to improve - Tracey Martin
All parents and caregivers need to ensure that their children go to school unless they are sick, Associate Education Minister Tracey Martin said today.
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.
Saudi fine jewelry label spotlights Amina Khalil
JEDDAH: Journey down the winding streets of Jeddah’s historic Al-Balad district and you’ll reach one of the many UNESCO-protected traditional homes that proliferate the area. Step inside and you’ll come into contact with something you didn’t expect: Several video works and installations that explore environmental crises in Saudi Arabia and worldwide.
Microsoft’s AI improves text summarization performance by paying closer attention to the beginning
In a new preprint paper, Microsoft and University of Pittsburgh researchers detail an AI that summarizes text documents by attending to their intros.
Five things you should know before renting a campervan in New Zealand
Most people associate campervanning in New Zealand with budget-friendliness, absolute freedom to drive to any scenic site, and the flexibility to camp the night wherever you wish. Well, that’s true, at least for the most part. When considering a campervan tour of New Zealand, two things are for sure. First, you’ll never run out of places to visit. And secondly, the country boasts hundreds of professional and reputable campervan rental companies. But exploring the hidden treasures of New Zealand isn’t as easy
How to Mend a Work Relationship
Three ways to rebound after a conflict.
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 ...
Scientists in US ramp up search for alien life
New technology is behind push to find extraterrestrials
4-Week Weight Loss Exercise Plan to Shed Pounds Fast
What Is the Best Weight Loss Exercise Plan for You? Read about our tips and tricks to losing the most weight you can while staying safe!
Medical triage? Deactivating landmines? Now you can train in VR
On the job training is a major problem when it comes to dirty and dangerous jobs like deactivating land mines. Is VR adequate?
One in four African children live in conflict zones - Report
According to available data, in conflict situations, girls were far more likely to be raped or fall victim to other forms of sexual abuse than boys.
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.
MotoGP, Rivola: "Iannone's hair sample tested negative. We'll appeal to the CAS."
MotoGP: While waiting for the verdict: "There are eight cases of athletes with hair samples that tested negative. They all appealed to the CAS after losing the first instance decision, and they won."
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.
Bernie Sanders on Social Security: Everything You Need to Know
Here's a look at how Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders would tackle Social Security's $13.9 trillion long-term cash shortfall.
20 money mistakes to avoid making in the name of love
From secrecy and poor communication to conflicting priorities and plain old bad decisions, some of the best relationship advice helps two people avoid the pitfalls of money mistakes in romance.
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.
Blockchain can help the NHS and ‘Global Britain’ take off
René Seifert suggests that NHS recruiters must turn to Blockchain-enabled identity verification services as post-Brexit ‘Global Britain’ takes off
Three things historical literature can teach us about the climate crisis
Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein’ and Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear’, among others, tell us about our historical view of nature.
The film and TV industry desperately need better mental health support
Whenever I’m unemployed, the only HR representative I can talk to was the one in the mirror, and she gave me a scathing appraisal.
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...
What can we do to save football?
At the very top of European football right now, discussions are going on that are a lot tenser than many of its highest-profile matches. The issue up for discussion is the distribution of revenue
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.
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.
Dettol comes clean on Coronavirus 'cure' claims
Consumer goods company, Reckitt Benckiser, said they have not had access to the latest strain of the Coronavirus and were ...
Where are they now? – Matt Timmons-Brown, EW BrightSpark of 2017
In the lead up to our fourth annual EW BrightSparks programme, which remains open for entries until February 24, we’re continuing our series catching up with a few previous winners, to hear about their developments since being featured as a part of the programme.
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.
What Are Smart Contact Lenses?
Smart contact lenses are often mistaken for the stuff of science fiction, and with so much misinformation out there, it can be difficult to sort fact from the ambitious fiction. Modern advances in optics technology have led to exciting new possibilities for contact lenses, and while computers can't currently be...
Creative Chronicles: Managing complexity in game audio
The GI.biz Academy partners with Creative Assembly to publish its Creative Chronicles video series, today focusing on game audio