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The week in wildlife – in pictures
The pick of the world’s best flora and fauna photos, including a plea for a crocodile trapped in a tyre
The Sims 5 rumours, release date, gameplay, news and more
We suspect that EA is developing The Sims 5 at the moment, so here's everything we know about the release date, possible features and more
Promote culture and traditions for the development of Africa – Nana Oyeadieyie
news, story, article
These Maps Paint a Dark Future for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge If Trump Has His Way
The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is one of the last pristine landscapes in America. Tucked along the northern border of Alaska and Canada, the nearly 20 million acres of wilderness is home to a variety of wildlife species, including the Porcupine caribou herd, which visits the refuge’s coastal plain every summer where mothers give birth to their young.
Climate activists from African nations make urgent appeal
Greta Thunberg joined the activists for a press conference in Sweden.
Firearms used by armed groups in Nigeria are smuggled from Turkey, Libya, others – Report
AFTER a three-year study carried out by the Conflict Armament Research, CAR, an independent investigative organisation based in the UK,
Coronavirus: How Worried Should I Be About The Shortage Of Face Masks? Or Can I Just Use A Scarf?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has just declared the coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern....
We Now Know How Certain HIV Drugs Work At An Atomic Level
Researchers have made another crucial step in the fight against HIV. A team from the Salk Institute has discovered how a powerful class of HIV drugs bind w
Rocket Report: Starlink flies, OneWeb has next mega-constellation launch
“This marks the start of a regular launch campaign during 2020.”
A quantum of solid: A glass nanoparticle in the quantum regime
Researchers in Austria have used lasers to levitate and cool a glass nanoparticle into the quantum regime. Although it is trapped in a room-temperature environment, the particle's motion is solely governed ...
Australian Open 2020: Organizers using sustainable T-shirts from Tirupur for ball boys, girls and court side statiscians
NC John & Sons, a Tiripur-based company used 1,88,709 PET bottles to manufacture 25,000 garments for the Australian Open.
Tragic nurse who failed to be diagnosed for cervical cancer died after doctors' 'neglect'
Julie O'Connor was diagnosed with cervical cancer 'in 10 seconds' after she was forced to go private following an all-clear from a smear test and a biopsy.
Cervical cancer could be eliminated within next 100 years: Lancet study
Based on the results of the studies, WHO's cervical cancer elimination strategy has been updated which will be presented for adoption at the World Health Assembly in May 2020, the scientists noted.
Mysterious Russian spacecraft has maneuvered into orbit right behind a $4 billion US spy satellite - and the Pentagon is worried it could be preparing for an attack
Between January 20 and 23, Russian spacecraft Cosmos 2542 made several maneuvers to end up in the same orbit as the American spy satellite USA 245, and is now closely following it.
World Athletics gives seal of approval for controversial Nike Vaporfly shoes
World Athletics has given its seal of approval for the high-tech Nike Vaporfly shoes that have revolutionised athletics but has set limits on future technology
Star Trek: Picard - Starfleet Has Been Compromised by [SPOILER]
As Picard embarks on his new mission without Starfleet's support, the military branch of the Federation has been infiltrated at its highest levels.
Telescope in Hawaii captures Sun in great detail
The Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope on the island of Maui has a 13-foot (four meters) mirror, the world's largest for a solar telescope.
Google open-sources the tools needed to make 2FA security keys
The project supports FIDO U2F and FIDO2 standards.
Nintendo denies reports of new Switch model coming this year
Nintendo says it's not releasing a new Switch model in 2020.
Bats a breeding ground for viruses, but unlikely cause for concern in Canada
SASKATOON - Canadian bats are unlikely to be the source of virus strains that can infect humans such as the one currently raising global alarms, a bat exper
Space-time is swirling around a dead star, proving Einstein right again
The theory of general relativity predicted a phenomenon known as frame dragging, which states that space-time will churn around a massive, rotating body.
NASA to allow researchers to fly on commercial suborbital vehicles
NASA plans for the first time to allow researchers to fly with their payloads on commercial suborbital vehicles, ending years of debate and deliberation.
Which Are Electrical Engineering And Computer Science?
Both technology and computer engineering require a better comprehension of power electronic equipment. It is crucial to find out the fundamentals of computer and electrical engineering, especially
Choice of anesthetic for breast tumor resection may influence cancer outcomes
A study led has added to the evidence that the type of anesthetic administered to cancer patients during tumor surgical resection may affect cancer outcomes.
Facebook fights spread of coronavirus misinformation
As misinformation about the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread, Facebook has announced several countermeasures. This is the new reality.
February 2020: Five Planets & More!
If you go out before dawn and then again after sunset, you can spot all five naked-eye planets. And the Winter Hexagon glides high in the evening sky.
Criminal Charges Finally Dropped Against Security Researchers Who Broke Into An Iowa Courthouse
Security research isn't a criminal activity, no matter how many companies might wish otherwise when their bad security practices...
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.
One of the emergency hospitals China is panic-building in Wuhan in response to the deadly coronavirus appears to be close to completion.
Simplifying simple sequence repeats
Simple sequence repeats (SSRs) are regions of DNA with high diversity, and they have long been a mainstay for botanists examining the genetic structure of plant populations. However, as the cost of sequencing ...
Scientist bats for technology domination through IPR
AI and Machine Learning are omnipresent concepts, says R. Chidambaram
Endoplasmic reticulum found to contact at least two membraneless compartments and influence their behavior
A team of researchers at the University of Colorado has found that the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) makes contact with at least two membraneless compartments in cells and influences their behavior. In their ...
How the Air Force Deters (And Could Fight) North Korea
An important role.
Coronavirus grown in lab outside China for first time, aiding the search for vaccine
Australian scientists have grown the Wuhan virus in a lab, and that will speed up the search for a vaccine. It also will help scientists understand how the virus is transmitted from person to person.
Scientists make cosmic dust in a MICROWAVE to study the chemical origins of stars, planets and life itself
Creating our very own 'cosmic dust' to study on the Earth had been an expensive, complicated and time-consuming process - but a method from British scientists is set to change that.
Is the Coronavirus Outbreak as Bad as SARS Or Worse?
The severity and mortality of a novel emerging virus, which we scientists, in this case, are calling 2019-nCoV, are very difficult to judge when new data are coming in on a daily basis.
Performance-Based Mahindra Funster EV Concept To Debut At Auto Expo
Mahindra Funster is said to develop 312 PS from four electric motors mounted on each wheel; 0-100 kmph in under five seconds
Nintendo: No new Switch model planned for 2020
Power gap between the portable hybrid and new next-gen consoles looks set to widen.
2019 UCE: Performance improves, boys beat girls
Last year, O'level candidature increased, and more girls than boys registered and sat the final exams. Meanwhile, the rate of malpractice dropped, with the results...
Do You Possess the Personality Traits of a Diehard Entrepreneur? A Decade of Research Will Tell You
Researchers agree. Entrepreneurial personality types have these 7 qualities in common. Can you relate?
Patients with type 2 diabetes can achieve cardiovascular protection from use of SGLT2 inhibitors
All type 2 diabetes patient subgroups are likely to achieve cardiovascular protection from the use of SGLT2 inhibitors, according to a large multi-study review published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
Samsung to release many foldable phones in 2020 – Galaxy Fold 2, Z Flip, maybe more?
Samsung has confirmed it will release multiple foldable phones in 2020, including some with new designs.
Study: Low-birth weight associated with poor cardiorespiratory fitness later in life
Babies born with low birth weights are more likely to have poor cardiorespiratory fitness later in life than their normal-weight peers.
Want to save the world? Try science
Scientists and science as a career should be respected and supported, writes Jim Bright.
Brain freeze: Russian firm offers path to immortality for a fee
When Alexei Voronenkov’s 70-year-old mother passed away, he paid to have her brain frozen and stored in the hope breakthroughs.
N.S. court says man's rights not infringed when Grabher licence plate was revoked
A Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge has dismissed a claim by a man who says the province infringed on his freedom of expression when it revoked a licence plate personalized with his surname -- Grabher.
New athletics rules outlaw Nike's record-breaking shoes
World Athletics announced significant changes to its rules on Friday that will outlaw some variants of Nike's Vaporfly running shoes.
World Athletics Council ban Nike Alpha Fly trainers worn in sub-two-hour marathon
The international body that governs track and field has announced it has "amended its rules" on what shoes athletes can wear in competitions. The changes made by World Athletics Council mean the Nike next-generation Alpha Fly trainer will be banned - the shoe Eliud Kipchoge ran a sub-two-hour marathon in Vienna in October 2019. As a part of the amended rules, shoes must have been available on the open retail market for at least four months before they can be used in competition. On their website, Nike says Kipchoge "tested" a number of "prototype" trainers in competitions suggesting the shoes were not available on the wider market. Nike has been approached for comment.
Marrow cells switch jobs to repair injured bones
Scientists thought bone healing was the domain of skeletal stem cells, but another kind of cell steps up after an injury, research in mice shows.
Coronavirus to hit Galaxy S20 accessories supply chain
Seoul - The deadly Coronavirus outbreak that has already killed 213 people in China could lead to delay in the accessories for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 series that are coming out of the country.
Kozhikode fishermen save a whale shark
An endangered whale shark, accidentally caught while trawling, is returned to the sea in a dramatic rescue by nine alert Kozhikode fishermen. Meet the fishermen, scientists and conservationists who are protecting our oceans
[Update: Hands-on images] Moto G8, G8 Power specs and renders leak w/ mid-range hardware, familiar design
Specifications of the upcoming Moto G8 and G8 Plus have leaked alongside a solo render of the devices we are expecting to see unveiled at MWC 2020.
How U.S. Christians imagine God contributes to discriminatory hiring practices
How people visualize God can have real consequences to life on Earth, Stanford research has found.
Nonflammable electrolyte for high-performance potassium batteries
Australian scientists have developed a nonflammable electrolyte for potassium and potassium-ion batteries, for applications in next-generation energy-storage systems beyond lithium technology. In the ...
WATCH: 69-tonne footbridge at motorway service station near Bristol taken down
Around 70 people took part in the operation
Binn chiefs quizzed over £70m Glenfarg incinerator project
Binn Group bosses held talks with local residents yesterday to share details of their plans for a £70 million incinerator at Glenfarg EcoPark.
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.
The Wuhan Huoshenshan Hospital is due to open February 3, and the Leishenshan Hospital is due to open February 5.
Can Weights Get You Better Abs? An Expert Says Yes — Here's How to Use Them the Right Way
Intensify your ab workouts and see results by adding weights — the right way. Here's how an expert says to do it.
Apple's first over-ear headphones could launch in next few months
Rumors suggest that Apple is on the verge of releasing its first-ever wireless over-ear headphones.
BattleTech feels reborn, thanks to brutal mod RogueTech
The near-total conversion has me hooked
Historic vote on nuclear waste underway in Bruce County, Ont.
Plans to build Canada’s first permanent home to nuclear waste are being decided by a local First Nations band Friday.
Are you making these common breastfeeding mistakes?
You need to avoid them
Coronavirus - what to know
Canada has three confirmed cases of the new coronavirus that has infected almost 10,000 people globally in the last two months. While the World Health Organization has declared the outbreak a global health emergency, Canadian public health officials say the risk of contracting the illness in this country remains low.
Ability to fight flu depends on which virus strain dominated in childhood: study
VANCOUVER - Researchers at two Canadian universities say the first type of influenza virus people are exposed to in early childhood dictates their ability t
Climate activists from African nations make urgent appeal
Greta Thunberg joined the activists for a press conference in Sweden.
Join hands to battle virus: expert
‘Interdisciplinary research programme needed to control coronavirus’
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order beat EA expectations by selling 8m copies
Cashyyyk.
DICE leadership changes as studio prepares for next Battlefield
EA revealed that there's been a change of leadership at Battlefield developer DICE Stockholm.
Third Time’s the Charm? Contents of 'Final' British X-Files Batch Reportedly Revealed by Insider
Describing the likely contents of the soon-to-be declassified files as “public correspondence”, freelance journalist and former UK Defence Ministry employee Nick Pope noted that this isn’t the first time the British military has disclosed the “final” cache of its UFO files.
Survival of Australian species hinges on working together
When faced with unfavorable environmental conditions, rodent species are likely to form social groups and work cooperatively, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Western Australia.
Galaxy S20 to Get New ‘Super ISO’ Feature to Enhance Low-Light Photography, According to Latest Trademark Filing
A ‘Super ISO’ feature might arrive for the Galaxy S20 camera, according to a fresh trademark filing found and just before launch
Rocket Lab kicks off busy year with NRO launch
Rocket Lab successfully launched a classified payload for the NRO Jan. 30 in the first of up to a dozen launches planned by the company this year.
Expert says Canadian bats unlikely to be a source of new coronavirus
SASKATOON — Canadian bats are unlikely to be the source of virus strains that can infect humans such as the one currently raising global alarms, a bat expert says.
This Is What to Expect from Sneakers in 2020
The new decade marks a new era in sneaker culture.
Gardening: The dirt on poor soil
Although generally considered a dry topic, understanding our soil is essential to good gardening.
Rocket nears spaceport for Chinese space station test launch
The first flight model of a rocket designed to launch modules for a Chinese space station is set to arrive at Wenchang spaceport for a crucial test mission.
MWC 2020: Nokia Starts Sending Out Invites For February 23 Launch Event
HMD Global, the company that owns the license to use the Nokia brand name for smartphones, has started sending out invitations for their launch event scheduled to be held later next month. According ...
Gold Brexit commemorative 50p coins priced at £945 are a sell-out
The Royal Mint has been operating a queuing system on its website as people buy the new commemorative 50p coins.
Got slime? Using regenerative biology to restore mucus production
Let's talk about slime.
Google will “leave it up to the publishers” to announce games for Stadia
"...not all 120 titles will be announced by the Stadia team"
All Humans Are a Little Bit Neanderthal, According to New Research
We’re all a little Neanderthal. That’s the conclusion of a study that used a new statistical technique to revise estimates of the degree to which modern humans have retained Neanderthal DNA. The research suggests that even people of African descent have Neanderthal heritage, something that was previously in doubt.
After 16 years, the Spitzer Space Telescope's science mission is over
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope has spent the past 16 years rendering the universe and its many phenomena in infrared, providing scientists clues to the secrets of stellar formation, supernovae, quasars, exoplanets and more.
A Brief Examination of Science and Technology
A common misconception is that scientists and engineers and their subjects are somehow completely different from those in general education. We live in a world that has to find new ways to keep pace
How the iPad quietly transformed computing
10 years after launch, some analysts say the device hasn't proven to be as revolutionary as its initial promise. Really?
Small molecule may slow down Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease affects more than 10 million people worldwide. A newly discovered molecule may offer a way to slow or even stop its progression.
Deadly coronavirus may have originated in bats: researchers
Scientists have been batting around theories about what animals may have sparked the deadly new coronavirus, including snakes — but a new study suggests that bats were the most likely hosts,
This Woman’s Mouth Keeps Growing Hairs
A woman in Italy developed a rare, literally hair-raising medical condition, her doctors say. In a case study, they describe how the woman grew eyelash-like hairs inside of her mouth. What’s worse, the hairs kept returning after their initial removal.
Planting 1 trillion trees might not actually be a good idea
Scientists are skeptical of the plan
Scientists Turned A Normal Jellyfish Into A Speedy Cyborg Jellyfish
Jellyfish are the most efficient swimmers in the ocean, albeit fairly slow ones. Researchers at Stanford University made a jellyfish swim three times faster by sticking a motor to it, creating a biohybrid robot with the jellyfish as the “scaffold.”...
NASA bids farewell to the Spitzer Space Telescope
Named in honor of the famed astronomer, Lyman Spitzer, NASA's infrared space telescope launched into space in 2003. On Thursday, it was finally decommissioned, laying the groundwork for the James Web Space Telescope (JWST) in making future discoveries.
Meet the 29-Ton AAV7: The Marines' New Armored Vehicle That Can Swim
Impressive.
Coronavirus UK: How will health authorities react and what steps can I take?
The first two cases of the coronavirus in the UK were confirmed earlier today by Public Health England. Read the latest advice here.
National survey: Students' feelings about high school are mostly negative
Ask a high school student how he or she typically feels at school, and the answer you'll likely hear is "tired," closely followed by "stressed" and "bored."
Discovery about how cancer cells hide from the immune system could improve treatments
Researchers have shed light on the mechanism through which cancer cells become camouflaged to escape immune system detection and attack.
Why Only Some Flights Get Cancelled For Bad Weather
When the weather’s a storm away from apocalyptic-conditions, a lump might form in your throat as soon as you realise it might affect your immediate travel plans. Instead of boarding your flight at its scheduled time, you can only envision delay after delay and more time spent waiting at your airport’s Starbucks....
Expert says Canadian bats unlikely to be a source of new coronavirus
Canadian bats are unlikely to be the source of virus strains that can infect humans such as the one currently raising global alarms, a bat expert says.
If Millennials really are having less sex, why would that be?
The phenomenon is recognised widely enough to have been dubbed the "sex recession".
Crews removing capsized ship hope to beat hurricane season
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — The salvage team in charge of removing a cargo ship that overturned on the Georgia coast nearly five months ago wants to surround it with a...
Mercury, Not Venus, Is The Closest Planet To Earth
A team of scientists just demonstrated something that might shock you: Mercury, not Venus, is the closest planet to Earth on average....
Calligraphy expo highlights creativity of Qatari artists
It doesn’t take an understanding of the Arabic language to appreciate the beauty of the calligraphic works on display at “Calligraphy and Illumination” exhibition which launched yesterday at Katara Cultural Village.
We Have The Vaccine For Climate Disinformation, Let’s Use It
Australia’s recent bushfire crisis will be remembered for many things – not least, the tragic loss of life, property and landscape. But one other factor made it remarkable: the deluge of disinformation spread by climate deniers....
Are you sleeping on time? If not, here’s why you should
You may find this surprising but the body is naturally set to go along with day and night patterns and adopts sleep timings basis the circadian rhythm which aligns itself with presence and absence of sunlight.
How do woodpeckers avoid brain injury?
Pecking holes in a solid wood tree trunk would give you a headache, if not serious brain damage. What special assets allow a woodpecker to do it?
Beer Might Actually Be Good for You, According to Science
While drinking a lot of beer is probably not a good idea, moderate consumption of the odd pint has been shown to be very beneficial to your health and wellbeing!
A collaborative partnership to understand the impact of music therapies on mental health
The Health and Technology District has partnered with Music Heals and SFU on a new research study using advanced neuroscience and functional brain imaging to understand the neuro-physiological impacts of music therapies on improved mental health.
Engineers Create Super-Speedy “Bionic Jellyfish” That Could Help Us Explore The Ocean’s Unknown
Engineers have developed a bionic jellyfish that can move three times faster than regular jellyfish whilst using less energy. Jellyfish propel themselves a
To save honey bees, tinker with their microbiomes?
Genetic engineered bacteria in the guts of honey bees could pump out medicines to protect the bees against Varroa mites and deformed wing virus.
Filipino scientists help confirm nCoV cases
Filipino scientists from the Philippine Genome Center (PGC) are lending a hand to health officials in confirming cases of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCov) in the country.
A US spy satellite just launched from NZ. Here's what you need to know
The controversial mission, 'Birds of a Feather', is the first launch for a US spy agency from NZ. Ollie Neas explains what we know – and even more importantly, what we don’t. Last May, The Spinoff reported that New Zealand Space Agency staff had met with officials from a major US intelligence ag
Samsung Won’t Be Using Its Custom Exynos 990 for the Galaxy S20 Series in Its Home Market
Even if Samsung’s home market, where Exynos SoCs were used, the upcoming Galaxy S20 is expected to with Snapdragon 865
Authorities tighten watch on Chinese workers in Indonesia's regions amid coronavirus fears
Amid the expanding coronavirus outbreak, authorities in Indonesia have been increasing monitoring of Chinese workers, especially those who recently arrived in the archipelago from mainland China, where the fast-spreading virus has killed at least 170 since it first emerged in the city of Wuhan, Hubei province.
The outbreaks of both the Wuhan coronavirus and SARS likely started in Chinese wet markets. Photos show what the markets look like.
The Wuhan coronavirus outbreak likely started in a Chinese wet market, where livestock and poultry are sold alongside animals like dogs and civets.
How supercomputers are helping us link quantum entanglement to cold coffee
Theoretical physicists from Trinity College Dublin have found a deep link between one of the most striking features of quantum mechanics—quantum entanglement—and thermalisation, which is the process ...
2020 Proton X70 CKD 7-speed wet DCT – “dry clutch reliability and smoothness issues are in the past now”
With Proton set to introduce a new seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in its locally-assembled 2020 X70, questions will no doubt be asked about the
Banned Chemical Pollution Threatens Dolphins In Great Barrier Reef
Land-based chemicals in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef threaten the health and survival of vulnerable dolphin species, including the rare snubfin dol
Indigenous people left landless as traditional farming wanes in northeast India
By Rina ChandranSHILLONG, India, Jan 31 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - T ribal people in northeastern India are increasingly becoming landless and poor as their traditional farming practices are abandoned in favour of commercial plantations, indigenous experts warned on Friday."Jhum" is the practice by tribal groups in the northeastern states of rotating land use for temporary farming, resulting in parts of forest land cleared and cultivated to grow foods.After three years, the cultivated field is left to regenerate while another area is cleared.
Fujifilm X-T4 could have a divisive new screen, rumors suggest
Rumors suggest the incoming Fujifilm X-T4 will get a new screen that some might not consider to be an upgrade.
Want to make college more equitable? Start with the board
Most students are familiar with their university's chancellor or president. But what about the people who make up their school's board of trustees?
Landcare Research: How is New Zealand’s landscape changing?
New Zealand’s land cover is constantly changing. This week sees the release of version 5 of New Zealand’s Land Cover Database (LCDB), which details these changes, helping us to understand how the way we are using our land is changing.
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.
One of the emergency hospitals China is panic-building in Wuhan in response to the deadly coronavirus appears to be close to completion.
It could be up to three years before a coronavirus vaccine is accessible, Canadian scientists say
The team at the International Vaccines facility are in preliminary stages of developing a prototype and say it could be a year before the vaccine is ready to test on humans
Another Example of How Health Care Disparities Kill
Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is treated less aggressively if you’re not white and male
strep throat - 5 home remedies to beat it | TheHealthSite.com
According to a new study, strep throat may soon be antibiotic resistant. Know some natural remedies that can help you deal with this condition.
WTI drops below $52.00 and challenges 2020 lows
Prices of the barrel of WTI are losing further ground at the end of the week and are trading at shouting distance from yearly lows in sub-$52.00 level
Ohio State futurist visits Air Force Research Laboratory
An unusual guest speaker recently challenged researchers and administrators at the Air Force Research Laboratory to think about artificial intelligence and machine learning and how they will change the home and workplace as well as institutions of higher learning.
Humans are hardwired to dismiss facts that don’t fit their worldview
Whether in situations relating to scientific consensus, economic history or current political events, denialism has its roots in what psychologists call 'motivated reasoning.'
What’s ε in Math?
Inside this article, I'm going to talk about what is Epsilon in math. The truth is that this expression is utilized as a synonym for highscores in math evaluations. What's Epsilon? As an iss
Report: Weapons used in farmer/herder conflicts linked to Nigerian security agencies
Some of the weapons used in the conflicts between farmers and herders in the country have been traced to Nigerian security agencies, according to a report by Conflict Armament Research
Concept Tractors Are A Thing And Boy Does This Kubota One Look Pissed
I suppose this shouldn’t really be surprising, but even though I almost exclusively associate the idea of pie-in-the-sky concept machines with the automotive industry, they’re not the only ones do this kind of thing. For example, the farm machinery industry has fun making wild futuristic concepts, too, as you can...
Turning up the heat on antibacterial-resistant diseases
Photothermal therapy (PTT) is a proposed treatment for diseases like antibacterial-resistant infections and cancer, but despite over a decade of research, scientists have been unable to find a safe and ...
New cobalt complex could reduce the cost of hydroformylation
A team of researchers from Louisiana State University and ExxonMobil Chemical has found a way to replace the rhodium catalysts used in the hydroformylation process. In their paper published in the journal ...
Barnstaple based business take Business Innovation of the Year gong
SEA, the Barnstaple-based defence and security electronic system specialist has won a national award
PKC hopes events will provide a £31million windfall
The council has set itself the bold target for 2024
Tokyo Olympic organizers try to dampen cancellation rumours
Tokyo Olympic organizers are trying to shoot down rumours that this year's 2020 Games might be cancelled or postponed because of the spread of a new virus.
Image: Lake George, Uganda
World Wetlands Day is celebrated internationally each year on 2 February. It marks the anniversary of the signing of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance, known as the Ramsar Convention, ...
Kraken Identifies Critical Flaw in Trezor Hardware Wallets
Kraken Security Labs has devised a way to extract seeds from both cryptocurrency hardware wallets offered from industry leader Trezor, the Trezor One and Trezor Model T. The attack requires just 15 minutes of physical access to the device. This is the first time that…
6G: speeds could increase up to 1 TB/s, 8000 times the speed of 5G
6G: speeds could increase up to 1 TB/s, 8000 times the speed of 5G. The world is just beginning to discover 5G but China is already looking towards 6G.
A History of Star Trek's Uneasy Relationship With Androids
Sci-fi has been fascinated with sentient synthetic life since its earliest days, but Star Trek, in particular, has had quite the tumultuous history with its own consideration of androids and their place in its far future. From classic interpretations of sinister ‘bots to one of the franchise’s most beloved characters, here’s everything you need to know about Star Trek’s androids.
Royal Astronomical Society rebrand inspired by “vision and discovery”
The new identity, which has been led by London-based design studio Johnson Banks, seeks to “sensitively modernise” the 200-year-old organisation.
Researchers build a robot hand that cools itself with sweaty fingers
The sweaty fingers proved extremely effective, and could pave the way for self-sliming robot slugs in the future.
Gwyneth Paltrow’s goop Series Has Been Accused Of “Misinformation” By NHS Chief
Energy exorcisms and psychedelic drugs are just some of the unusual alternative therapies explored in Gwyneth Paltrow’s The goop Lab. Opinions have been split over the new Netflix series, but now the NHS England Chief has deemed The goop Lab…
Cancer - it may be a heriditary condition | TheHealthSite.com
World Cancer Day is approaching on February 4. In light of this, let us look at how cancer may be hereditary and what you can do to ascertain your risk.
Russian government suspends troubled athletics federation amid doping scandal
Sports Minister Oleg Matytsin said the federation failed in its anti-doping duties and let relations with World Athletics deteriorate
Sweating Robot Beats the Heat
By leaking water, a soft robotic gripper cools itself more efficiently than humans do
Solitary splendour in Maldives
For those who want to get away from it all, there’s always the Maldives
Lima Charlie: What Is The Future Of HMS Forth In The Falkland Islands?
The arrival of HMS Forth in the Falklands represents a significant increase in capability for the British forces locally
Doctors start terrace garden at trauma centre
It aims at promoting ‘grow your own food’ concept and works as a stress buster for doctors
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The Wuhan Huoshenshan Hospital is due to open February 3, and the Leishenshan Hospital is due to open February 5.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Astronomers Observe a Star Dragging Space-Time With It in a Cosmic Stellar Dance
Astronomers have been able to prove Einstein right once more as they witness space-time swirling around a dead star in its gravitational pull.
Samsung Galaxy S20 series to feature Super ISO technology for improved camera performance
Samsung‘s flagship series of smartphones is just around the corner. The 2020 premium grade handsets are expected to be unveiled at Samsung Unpacked event on 11th February 2020 and will bring new features and improvements over its predecessor. One of these improvements will likely be in the camera department as the upcoming series is reported …
Two studies find cervical cancer could be eliminated within the century
Cervical cancer could be eliminated within 20 years in Canada and within a century worldwide, according to two international studies in which Quebec researchers have participated.
Coronavirus infects the INTERNET: Beware suspicious links about the killer Wuhan virus which hackers are using to hide malware designed to steal personal information
Hackers are using the media coverage of the killer coronavirus that has killed 213 people in China to lure people into accidentally downloading malware.
‘Albatross cops’ fitted with radar detectors to spot illegal fishing
Albatross have been fitted with technology to help in the fight against illegal fishing in a new trial. Researchers tracked the birds as they flew over the Antarctic Ocean and were drawn towards
Women are the single largest exclusion in India’s farmer suicides data: P Sainath
Delivering his valedictorian address at the XVI National Conference of Indian Association for Women's Studies (IAWS) here, Sainath, 63, said climate change was going to affect women more as they are the providers of water, food, fodder and fuels.
Inside the NHS hospital where Britain's first two coronavirus patients are quarantined and hazmat-clad nurses treat sufferers through a protective TENT to prevent the spread of highly contagious diseases
The two family members, believed to be Chinese nationals, fell ill at a hotel in York on Wednesday. They were rushed into isolation at a specialist unit at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle.
A projector had far too much fun with car tech
Stop it. You can fool a Tesla Autopilot system with a projector?
The water beneath the Antarctic's 'doomsday' glacier is uncomfortably warm
The fast-melting Thwaites Glacier won't be able to hold back a massive flood of ice water.
Samples From HMS Challenger’s 1870s Expedition Reveal How Carbon Emissions Are Changing The Ocean
Samples from one of history's greatest scientific expeditions are being used to see how plankton are responding to human-induced changes in ocean chemistry
Pokémon Home's Reveal Explains the Absence of a Much-Loved Feature
The Global Trade Station's return as part of Pokémon Home helps to explain why it was removed from Sword and Shield in the first place.
Are folding displays or dual screens better? The answer is ... complicated.
Foldable screens and dual displays are a hot topic in the PC and phone worlds this year, and each category has its advantages. Here are some examples.
Study Reports First Case of Coronavirus Spread by Asymptomatic Person
A woman from China infected a person in Germany before she began displaying symptoms
AFRL’s Materials and Manufacturing Directorate honors awards winners
The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Materials and Manufacturing Directorate recently held its 67th annual awards luncheon at the Hope Hotel to celebrate top achievers.
As forests burn around the world, drinking water is at risk
Fabric curtains stretch across the huge Warragamba Dam to trap ash and sediment expected to wash off wildfire-scorched slopes and into the reservoir that holds 80% of untreated drinking water for the ...
Study provides first look at sperm microbiome using RNA sequencing
A new collaborative study published by a research team from the Wayne State University School of Medicine, the CReATe Fertility Centre and the University of Massachusetts Amherst provides the first in-depth ...
A new study reveals the secrets of mucus production that could be applied to cancer biology
The cells that produce mucus are known to be involved in serious health conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and even cancer.
Travelers at Entebbe Airport ignorant of coronavirus
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Passengers traveling in and out of Uganda through Entebbe International Airport are ignorant about novel coronavirus, a new strain of zoonotic diseases that had not been previously identified in humans. The deadly virus, said to have originated from the Chinese city of Wuhan has so far killed 213 people in …
Kraken Finds Critical Security Flaw in Trezor One and T Wallets
Kraken Security Labs has identified a critical security issue in Trezor hardware wallets which enables seeds to be extracted from the devices. Kraken
Motorola Moto G Stylus Appears In More Real-Life Images
The upcoming Motorola Moto G Stylus has just surfaced in more real-life images. The device first surfaced in renders, and the first real-life images of
A Singapore couple just paid US$2 million for a crazy romantic staycation, featuring 10,000 roses, diamond chopsticks, and a 18-course meal on a private jet, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
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Regenerative biology could be used to restore mucus production, shows study
Mucus is a protective, slimy secretion produced by goblet cells and which lines organs of the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. Slime production is essential to health, and an imbalance can be life-threatening.
Corvette Stingray C8 Customers Won't Get The Car They Ordered
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Penplusbytes empowers editors to champion the cause of PWDs
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Cropped-out climate activist Vanessa Nakate urges media to hear Africans
Vanessa Nakate says she hopes storm over Davos photo will help shift narrative
Possible Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold Design Gets Patented
Xiaomi has patented a new design for a foldable smartphone, and this one could represent the rumored Mi MIX Fold handset. The design has popped up at
Pvt sector to get 70% of upcoming space projects worth up to $1.6 bn: Isro
In the last 25 years, the space agency has launched more than 50 PSLV rockets, and wants to launch another 50 in the next five years
The ethics of editing humans – and the scientist who helped make it easy
Jennifer Doudna co-discovered the Crispr tool that could cure disease and change the human race. But what happens if it falls into the wrong hands?
Can a solo indie developer use ray tracing in their game?
Zeng Xiancheng on why the realistic lighting technique is not solely the realm of AAA developers
Augmented reality game Secret Oops! sneaks onto Apple Arcade
Secret Oops! is a great looking augmented reality game that can be enjoyed by up to four players at the same time. And it's available on Apple Arcade now.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip: All the rumors in one place (Updated Jan. 31)
Looking for details on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip? We've got you covered. Here's everything we know about Samsung's upcoming foldable phone.
Pigs Genetically Engineered With Human Cells May Pave The Way For Future Skin Transplants
A team of researchers in China have genetically engineered a pig with human DNA and transplanted skin grafts onto monkeys in a “milestone” they say will pa
New combination treatment could help fight advanced melanoma
A study by researchers at the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center suggests that using an immunotherapy drug called NKTR-214, also known as bempegaldesleukin, in combination with an infusion of anti-tumor immune cells, or T cells, may produce a stronger immune response that could help fight advanced melanoma.
Explained: Coronavirus is here to stay, will it become a pandemic?
Earlier on Thursday, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) as the outbreak continues to spread outside Wuhan, China, the epicentre of the virus.
Coin hoard is a world record breaker – and that’s official
A HOARD of almost 70,000 Iron Age coins found in Jersey has been officially recognised as a world record – although its value and whether it will stay in Jersey still remain unclear.
Scientists engineer bacteria to protect bees against pests and virus infections
Researchers have engineered new strains of bacteria to protect honey bees from a deadly trend known as the colony collapse disorder -- a global phenomenon in which a majority of worker bees in a colony disappear, leaving behind a queen, plenty of food, and a few nurse bees.
Study links vegetarian diet to fewer UTIs
The research couldn't prove a cause-and-effect link, but it showed people who eschewed meat had 16 percent lower odds for a UTI versus those who didn't.
Japan panel recommends ocean release for contaminated Fukushima water
TOKYO (Reuters) - A panel of experts advising Japan’s government on a disposal method for radioactive water from the destroyed Fukushima nuclear plant on Friday recommended releasing it into the ocean, a move likely to alarm neighboring countries.
GENOMICA is developing new Wuhan coronavirus diagnostic kit
GENOMICA, a wholly owned company of PharmaMar Group, is developing a kit to reliably detect and identify the new virus known as "Wuhan pneumonia" (coronavirus 2019-nCoV).
Underwater Robot Makes Alarming Find Below Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier'
The glacier in question is roughly the size of Florida and is melting at a fast pace, making a sizeable contribution to the global sea rise.
Gwyneth Paltrow’s wellness products condemned by NHS chief
Simon Stevens says people are wasting money and taking risks because of misleading claims
Scientists warn there is NO evidence Dettol can kill the deadly Wuhan coronavirus after bogus conspiracy theories flood social media
The bottle label claims the disinfectant spray can 'kill coronavirus'. But experts say there is no proof it will work against the new strain from China.
Levitating sand escapes classical world, enters quantum ground state
We're close to being uncertain about where hundreds of millions of atoms are.
At least 19M Americans sickened by flu so far this season, CDC says
The numbers remain below the threshold to qualify as an epidemic, and most strains respond to antiviral treatment, the agency said
The space junk hazard - Skywatching
Back in the late 1950s and early '60s, when our first artificial satellites were put into orbit, we didn't pay much attention to what went with them.
Facial Exercises Can Tighten the Skin & 5 Other Online Beauty ‘Tips’ That Are Actually Just Myths
It's human nature to always want to look your best, whether when out in the public or on your social media postings. While some go as far as having skin or facial treatments every week, others resort to following beauty advice from the internet. But did you know that some…
Sneinton Square to become UV skate park inspired by nature for Nottingham Light Night
'Skate of Nature' will transform Sneinton Square with half pipes and forms, each decorated with UV artwork
Coronavirus disruption could spread to Apple's Indian manufacturing base
A report has suggested that disruption to Apple's supply chain caused by the coronavirus outbreak could extend beyond China to Apple's India manufacturing base, in part due to its reliance on China for parts.
Thunberg puts climate activist Nakate in media spotlight
Greta Thunberg puts Africa’s climate activists in media spotlight Stockholm, Sweden | AFP | After a racism debate in Davos on the invisibility of African climate activists, Greta Thunberg held a press conference Friday with eco warriors from Kenya, Uganda and South Africa to stress the importance of their voices. Vanessa Nakate of Uganda was …
Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel
The TEPCO-operated nuclear plant suffered a meltdown in 2011 after it was hit by an earthquake-triggered tsunami.
Man of the hour: Dr. B.V. Doshi
Eminent architect and Pritzker Prize winner Dr. B.V. Doshi has received the Padma Bhushan. He speaks to Durganand Balsavar about the architect’s role in society
Nova Scotia court says man's rights not violated when 'Grabher' plate revoked
HALIFAX — A Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge has dismissed a claim by a man who says the province infringed on his freedom of expression when it revoked a licence plate personalized with his surname —. . .
Ethereum Event Attracts Global Energy Giant Sponsor, ETH Prices Up 7%
A large Ethereum gathering in the US next month is attracting some big named sponsors as BP adds its name to the list.
Amateur Skywatchers Discover New Form of Northern Lights - Video
The Northern Lights, which is scientifically called the Aurora Borealis, is a natural phenomenon, mainly seen in high-latitude regions.
Meet The Imperial Japanese Plane That Terrified The Allies
The Zero was the pinnacle of Japanese technology.
Understanding Botanical Science
Lots of men and women feel that persons can be helped by botanical science within the world that is real. Sciences are very interesting for the reason that they look at herbs and plants in numerous
The joy of reading
To inculcate reading habit among all age groups, a unique mission involving 4,000 college students from 500 colleges of Tamil Nadu is set for a launch this Sunday
Astronomers Spot Two-Star System Spinning So Fast It’s BENDING Space & Time
New video depicts neutron star, white dwarf twisting both space and time with their immense gravity
Proton X70 CKD 7-speed wet DCT: more efficient than VW DSGs, >350k km lifetime, meets Volvo standards
Proton has recently confirmed that the locally-assembled 2020 X70 will come with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and ahead of its impending
DU Semester Exams 2019: Result Likely to be Released Today, Check on du.ac.in
The result will be declared for semesters one, five and three for the UG and PG courses. If not today, it will be declared latest by February 2.
Architecture and design events in February 2020 from Dezeen Events Guide
Modernism Week in Palm Springs, Stockholm Design Week and the Collect crafts fair and Surface Design Show in London are listed in the Dezeen Events Guide in February.
NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope ends mission of astronomical discovery
After more than 16 years studying the universe in infrared light, revealing new wonders in our solar system, our galaxy and beyond, NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope's mission has come to an end.
Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel
Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.
SpaceX's workhorse Falcon 9 rocket expected to reach major launch milestone in 2020
Hours after SpaceX launched its 240th new Starlink satellite into orbit, Elon Musk took to Twitter to cryptically reveal that the company’s workhorse Falcon 9 rocket could “reach triple digits this year” if everything goes according to plan. Designed and built by SpaceX in the late 2000s, the Falcon 9 rocket launched for the first […]
Betelgeuse Update: Dimmest Magnitude Recorded In 125 Years
Last week, the extreme dimming of the red supergiant knocked it out of the Top 20 brightest stars. However, there was worse news to come for the star as ne
Govt debuts pesticide to fight sweet potato pests
Reports indicate that some farmers have started slashing the vines to get rid of the pests
Why Are So Many Young People Unhappy? (Part II)
The reason so many young people are depressed, unhappy, and angry is the left has told them that G-d and Judeo-Christian religions are nonsense; their country is largely evil; their past is deplorable; and their future is hopeless.
The Importance of Getting Mathematics Certifications
The importance to having certifications that are mathsIt is really crucial that you go after professions that want the wisdom of the math along with the concepts.Math is a subject that's mandator
Confirmed: There will be no new Nintendo Switch this year - Gizchina.com
Confirmed: There will be no new Nintendo Switch this year. the CEO of the company has confirmed that there will be no successor to it in 2020.
Zoo improvements should benefit all animals
Zoo improvements should benefit all animals and include a wide range of "enrichment" techniques, researchers say.
What other tourist darlings can learn from the sudden end of Iceland’s ‘miraculous’ tourism growth
For much of the past decade, Iceland welcomed tourists in record-breaking numbers. But to the relief of locals, growth has slowed. Here’s what other tourist darlings can learn from the sudden end of Iceland’s ‘miraculous’ tourism growth
History is important than science - Prof Konotey-Ahulu
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Scientists back use of Napier grass as sustainable way to feed herds
According to a study carried out in Kenya by the Centre for International Forestry Research,the use of Napier grass as fodder could help reduce strain on forests.
Cybercriminals Hide Crypto Mining Script Behind Kobe Bryant Wallpaper
Microsoft’s Security Intelligence team has found a malicious coin mining script in html code buried in Kobe Bryant desktop wallpaper.
Russian government suspends troubled athletics federation
The Russian government suspended its recognition of the national athletics federation for a month on Friday, increasing the pressure on officials to co-operate with investigations ahead of the Olympics, and said a banned coach allegedly returned.
Apple TV+ series 'Foundation' will be Ireland's largest-ever production
The next Apple TV+ show, Foundation, is set to be Ireland's largest-ever production when it's shot in Limerick later this year.
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
The flu-like virus originated in Wuhan, China, and has spread to nearly 20 countries, including the UK
Young people putting music to the crisis: The role of music as a political expression
Songs that Sing the Crisis: Music, Words, Youth Narratives and Identities in Late Modernity is the title of a special issue of the journal Young (Nordic Journal of Youth Research) to be published on 1 ...
B.C. coronavirus testing continues, still only one confirmed case
International emergency measures aimed at poorer countries, Dr. Bonnie Henry says
Huawei Mate X2 Will Feature Stylus & Six Cameras, New Patent Reveals - Gizchina.com
Huawei Mate X2 Will Feature Stylus & Six Cameras, New Patent Reveals5 (100%) 1 vote After the successful launch of Mate X, Huawei is now ...
Chemists simplify the synthesis of antitumor compounds
A RUDN chemist in collaboration with colleagues from N.D. Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry and N.K. Koltsov Institute of Developmental Biology (IDB), RAS have developed a new method for the synthesis ...
The James Webb Space Telescope Is Likely Going To Be Delayed Again
Sad news, space fans. The James Webb Space Telescope, the next Great Observatory in our sky, will likely be delayed again as it's unlikely NASA can meet th
From Antarctica to space: Telemedicine at the limit
ESA is working with Argentina to test telemedicine device Tempus Pro in the harsh conditions of Antarctica as Europe prepares for its next phase of human exploration in space.
What happens to UK coronavirus patients after deadly disease is confirmed?
A frantic search is underway for anyone who may have come into contact with the two patients diagnosed with coronavirus in England.
WHO says novel coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency, disfavors travel and trade restrictions
GENEVA, Jan. 30 -- World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Thursday that the novel coronavirus outbreak has become a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).
Giving some pregnant women progesterone hormone ‘could prevent more than 8,000 miscarriages a year’
Offering the hormone progesterone to women who have suffered miscarriages in the past may help prevent future pregnancy loss, a new study has claimed. Researchers from the University of Birmingham
Nearly 1,000 students, staff on leave of absence after returning from China, says MOE
SINGAPORE: A total of 967 students and employees from schools in Singapore have been placed on a leave of absence because of their recent travel ...
New Audi RS3 Spy Photos Show It Playing In The Snow
New spy photos of the Audi RS3 show the performance car cold-weather testing before its reveal sometime later this year.
Universal coronavirus treatments could help treat this outbreak — and the next one
Coronavirus outbreaks could happen regularly, and scientists want to prepare to fight them all
Nasa remembers fourth person to exceed speed of sound, WWII and bomber pilots on Day of Remembrance
On Day of Remembrance, Nasa remembers the fourth person to exceed speed of sound, a World War II pilot of a bomber fighter plane and a naval aviator who flew 48 combat missions in supersonic jet interceptor plane F-4s over Vietnam.
5 unique products to help you learn a new language in 2020
Learning a new language doesn't just make it easier and more enjoyable to travel to your favorite destinations abroad—it's also been known to enhance your memory, sharpen your mind, and diminish the cognitive effects of aging. But far too many people give up on their goals to learn a new language because even some of the most popular language-learning platforms rely on boring and...
China's drone army fighting coronavirus: Farm, police and personal drones are repurposed to spray disinfectant over villages and cities hit by killer virus
Drones are currently being used in the coastal provinces of Jilin, Shandong and Zhejiang with individual devices disinfecting an area of 16,000 square metres in a single morning.
Locust plague decimating east Africa, including swarms 40 miles wide, is getting worse and threatens to become a humanitarian crisis, UN warns
The insects are munching their way through farmland across Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia, Dijibouti and Eritrea, putting 12 million people into acute food insecurity. The UN has called for action.
Homeopathic drug ‘Arsenicum album 30’ can't prevent Coronavirus infection, as claimed by AYUSH ministry
Coronavirus is the latest pandemic that has emerged from Wuhan, China and has spread to 16 countries including Thailand, France, Philippines, USA, Australia and India. Over 170 people have died and
Government in ‘final stages’ of preparation to evacuate Indonesian nationals from Hubei province: Foreign Affairs Minister
As the spreading of the potentially deadly Wuhan coronavirus (also known as 2019-nCoV) shows no signs of slowing down, Indonesia announced today that it’s on the final stages of preparation to evacuate Indonesians who are isolated in China’s Hubei province, the epicenter of the outbreak.
Making simulated cosmic dust—in the microwave
Cosmic dust is the key to the chemical evolution of stars, planets, and life itself, but its composition is not well understood, and we can't currently collect samples for analysis. A few examples have ...
Qantas Suspends All Flights To & From China As 10th Australian Coronavirus Case Confirmed
Major Australian airline Qantas has announced plans to suspend flights to and from China as the ongoing coronavirus outbreak causes logistical issues.
NASA’s newest space observatory could sniff exoplanet atmospheres for signs of life
Over the course of our existence, humanity has struggled to definitively answer the question: “Are we alone?” Is Earth the only planet in the vast cosmic sea that contains life? As our technology becomes more advanced, we get closer and closer to the answer. Our solar system contains a multitude of worlds, planetary bodies ranging […]
Sign Languages Display Distinct Ancestries
Well more than 100 distinct sign languages exist worldwide, with each having features that made it possible for researchers to create an evolutionary tree of their lineages.
A Cure for Cancer Might Be on the Way -- and It Could Turn Healthcare Investing Upside Down
An exciting new discovery holds the potential to completely disrupt the healthcare industry as we know it.
Police launch desperate hunt for missing mother, 33, who vanished in Berkshire over a week ago with her four young children, including a four-month-old baby
Kayleigh Stephens (pictured) was last seen in Woodley, Berkshire, and police are increasingly concerned for her safety as well as the baby, four-year-old, 12-year-old and 13-year-old with her.
Does Wearing A Face Mask Protect Against Coronavirus?
Editor’s note: This article has been updated in light of the January 2020 coronavirus outbreak. If you live in a city, it’s likely you’re constantly on high alert about germs, especially with seasonal outbreaks of flu (or influenza, as its otherwise…
Folding displays vs. dual screens: Comparing pros and cons for PCs and phones
Foldable screens and dual displays are a hot topic in the PC and phone worlds this year, and each category has its advantages. Here are some examples.
Galileo Return Link Service replies to SOS messages worldwide
The Galileo Return Link Service, which allows people in distress to receive automatic acknowledgement that their signal has been received, is now live.
Earlier screening for colon cancer may catch cases earlier
Analysis revealed higher than suspected rates of un-diagnosed cancers in those under age 50, when colonoscopies are recommended.
49 Interesting Facts and Stories About the Human Brain
Modern neuroscience and cognitive sciences have made great strides in understanding the effect our brains have on our everyday function. With that comes a wealth of knowledge and facts that you probably don't know about the brain.
Pygmy chameleons hatch at Chester Zoo - with VIDEO
Three tiny chameleons have hatched at a zoo – and each one is barely bigger than a pencil tip.
ISRO readying low-cost satellite launch vehicles worth Rs 30-35 cr
ISRO has planned some 500 Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle launches in the next five years, a press release quoting Haridas said
Autonomous vehicles could benefit health if cars are electric and shared
What impact will self-driving cars have on public health? The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) has taken part in a study that analyzed the potential risks and benefits of autonomous vehicles ...
10,000 Chinese tourists cancel trips to Bali over coronavirus fears: Travel group
The chairwoman of Indonesia Travel Agent Association, Elly Hutabarat, said on Thursday that there were cancellations both ways, from China to Indonesia and Indonesia to China.
Small birthweight can cause breathlessness in later life, finds study
A new study finds that babies born small for their gestational age are not so fit when it comes to their heart and lungs capacity.
How Far Do Sneeze Droplets Travel (And How Big Can They Get)?
There's a new coronavirus spreading throughout China and parts of the world and while it's not yet known how it spreads, it's likely got something to do with coughing and sneezing. While there are ways to cover your sneezes and coughs, they're not always effective and if you want to stop droplets reaching you or yours...
Volcanic earthquakes, magmatic activity in Taal Volcano – Phivolcs
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) continues to monitor activities of the Taal Volcano after recording several volcanic earthquakes which signify magmatic activity.
Design Guidelines for Contemporary Tropical Architecture
from San José, Costa Rica, shares his contemplations for a free expressive code for tropical architecture. However, deepening and broadening this...
Everything you need to know about Bees in Minecraft
Bees have landed on Minecraft and brought with them new game mechanics, new blocks, new food, new redstone functionality and we explore them all.
Star quality: telescope captures Sun in greatest detail ever
A huge telescope has produced pictures of the Sun's surface, revealing boiling plasma cells the size of Texas
Exploring strangeness and the primordial Universe
Physicists believe that in the Universe's first ten microseconds free quarks and gluons filled all of spacetime, forming a new phase of matter named 'quark-gluon plasma' (QGP). Experimental and theoretical ...
Furious Chinese put images of the swastika, sanitary pads and skulls on Danish flag after the European nation refuses to apologise over 'insulting' cartoon depicting the Chinese flag with 'images of the coronavirus'
The online campaign started after a Danish newspaper published a satirical cartoon about the deadly coronavirus and then refused to apologise - moves that infuriated China.
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about virus online
Facebook says it's working to limit the spread of misinformation and potentially harmful content about the coronavirus as bogus claims about the ongoing outbreak circulate online.Kang-Xing Jin, . . .
Coronavirus fears exploited to spread malware
There are now almost 10,000 confirmed global cases of the Coronavirus, with 213 total deaths. The situation recently led the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency of international concern.
Some wasps have evolved to recognize and remember faces
A team of researchers at Cornell University recently published a new paper titled “Evolutionary dynamics of recent selection on cognitive abilities.” But that’s a mouthful that ki…
The revitalisation of Limerick's O'Connell street takes a step forward
Plans to revitalise Limerick's main thoroughfare took a step forward this week.
Exploring the school-age social, emotional, and behavioral health landscape
How you interact, how you feel, and how you act: The three basic tenants of social, emotional, and behavioral health are simple concepts, yet they can be some of the strongest predictors of well-being ...
Australian wildfires fan argument over impact of arsonists
CANBERRA, Australia — What’s to blame for scores of wildfires devastating Australia’s southeast? There’s an increasingly bitter face-off between those who say arson and those who fault climate change. Each side has powerful backers and their weapons of choice are often fabrications and part-truths that have spread in time with the fires in recent weeks. …
Estuarine and coastal environments play a crucial role in microplastic concentrations
Every year, about 8 million metric tons of plastic are put into the world's oceans. Of particular concern are microplastics, materials found in the marine environment that occur in sizes below five millimeters ...
Tokyo Olympic organizers try to dampen cancellation rumours
Tokyo Olympic organizers are trying to shoot down rumours that this year’s 2020 Games might be cancelled or postponed because of the spread of a new virus. Japan has so far reported no deaths from the coronavirus that has killed more than 200 people in China. Japanese organizers have hesitated to say much for several …
Onions and garlic may Protect against breast cancer
Scientists advise eating more onions and garlic | THE INDEPENDENT | New research examines the consumption of onion and garlic among women and suggests that the vegetables can significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer. Onions and garlic are part of the allium genus, along with leeks, chives, and hundreds of other species. Rich in …
Orders for NatShield Sanitizer Spike after Outbreak
KUALA LUMPUR / PERTH, Jan 30, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - ASX-listed Holista CollTech (ASX:HCT, 'Holista') announced today a strong spike in demand in Malaysia for it all-natural disinfectant spray NatShield™ Sanitizer containing the powerful Path-Away® anti-microbial compound. The increased demand follows the recent outbreak of the deadly coronavirus originating in Wuhan, China.
More than 75K in Wuhan may have coronavirus, analysis suggests
New estimates based on modeling research dwarf official counts, suggesting that some of those sickened may be asymptomatic or will not seek medical attention.
Not everyone is happy about EPA’s review of glyphosate
One scientist expects this will spur activists to prompt food companies to follow Kellogg’s lead in banning use of grain where glyphosate is used as a pre-harvest drying agent.
New Study Says Lower Age of First Colonoscopy
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force -- which sets federal screening standards -- still recommends a starting age of 50 for people at average risk.
Taipei Game Show postponed over coronavirus emergency
The show was scheduled to run in early February but is now expected sometime in the summer.
Taipei Game Show cancelled due to outbreak of coronavirus
The Taipei Game Show was scheduled to kick off next week, but the organisers have made the decision to cancel due to the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus. Originally spreading from Wuhan, China, the coronavirus has begun infecting people overseas. Yesterday, Taiwan recorded its ninth case of the virus that has killed 213 people and […]
Porn survey reveals extent of UK teenagers' viewing habits
BBFC report finds parents are in denial or largely unaware of what their children view online
'How first influenza infection determines lifelong immunity decoded'
The first type of flu virus that people are exposed to in early childhood determines their ability to fight the infectious disease for the rest of their lives, according to a study which may lead to new understanding of how the human immune system fights influenza.
Robotic submarine snaps first-ever images at foundation of notorious Antarctic glacier
During an unprecedented scientific campaign on an Antarctic glacier notorious for contributions to sea-level, researchers took first-ever images at the glacier's foundations on the ocean floor. The area ...
A Robotic Swinging Spider-Man Is Coming To Disneyland This Summer
After first revealing what many speculated to be robotic stunt doubles several years ago, today the official Disney Parks Blog confirmed that Disney Research’s swinging, posing, self-contained animatronic trapeze artists will be used to create a real-life version of Spider-Man swinging over the upcoming Avengers...
Coronavirus outbreak: What we know so far
A global public health emergency has been declared as cases continue to spread.
Successful end to fruit fly operation in Auckland
Biosecurity New Zealand has ended its Northcote fruit fly operations and lifted restrictions on the movement of fruit and vegetables on Auckland’s North Shore.
Chinese Media: 'Local Negligence' Worsened Viral Outbreak
China's Global Times government newspaper disparaged "our local and national negligence" in a column Thursday.
Greta Thunberg puts Africa's climate activists in media spotlight
Nakate, joined by Ayakha Melithafa and Ndoni Mcunu of South Africa and Makenna Muigai of Kenya, then spent the next hour answering journalists' questions.
The week in wildlife – in pictures
The pick of the world’s best flora and fauna photos, including a plea for a crocodile trapped in a tyre
UK confirms first cases of coronavirus as global concerns mount
The UK confirmed its first two cases of coronavirus infection this morning, after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak a global emergency yesterday.
Explainer: Rapid spread of China coronavirus fuels global alarm
(Reuters) - International alarm over the coronavirus that emerged in Wuhan, China in December is driven by its rapid spread and the fact that infectious disease experts cannot yet know how deadly or contagious it is.
Wrestler Ravinder Kumar fails dope test, banned for four years by NADA
Wrestler Ravinder Kumar, who won a silver medal at the Under-23 World Championships last year, has tested positive for a prohibited substance and he has been banned for four years.
Climate activists from African nations make urgent appeal
Greta Thunberg joined the activists for a press conference in Sweden.
We start to struggle with activities 'like walking up stairs' at age 60
The good news is that exercise can help.
ISRO readying for low cost satellite launch vehicles
ISRO has earmarked $1,600 million for launch vehicles, of which $870 million will be for PSLV and the remaining for Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle, he revealed. ISRO has planned some 500 Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle launches in the next five years. The Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) model is picking up very well in the space and defence sectors.
What Experts Want You To Know About Self-Managed Abortions
As abortion restrictions across the country seemingly grow by the day, self-managed abortion is over three times as prevalent in Texas than the rest of the country, according to a January study released by the University of Texas at Austin’s Texas…
Our face mask future: Do they really help beat flu, coronavirus and pollution?
Huge numbers of people are wearing face masks – in Japan and South Korea there have been reports of stores selling out. But experts are divided on how effective they are
Nanospirals that form as molten metals solidify could be key to new materials—and invisibility
Humans have been cooling metal mixtures from liquid to solid for thousands of years. But surprisingly, not much is known about exactly what happens during the process of solidification. Particularly puzzling ...
Past, present, future - that's how everything connects
A look at the close connection between our calendar and our partnership with God.
SHEER BLISS
An indoor courtyard is just what the architect ordered for a happy home. By Sathya Prakash Varanashi
Study gets up close with near-death experiences
Those who momentarily shuffled off this mortal coil returned with positive perceptions of what they discovered on the other side—a finding that encourages researchers to dig deeper into the ways people ...
How likely is someone to die from coronavirus?
NHS still state that the risk of getting coronavirus in the UK is low.
Locusts swarm East Africa with worst plague in decades
The locust plague already poses an 'unprecedented' threat to food security, and could still grow 500 times larger.
Fingerprints Can Now Be Dated To Within a Day of When They Were Made
Writing in Analytical Chemistry, Paige Hinners and Young Jin Lee of Iowa State University say they have figured out an accurate way to data to within 24 hours when a fingerprint under a week old was made -- and thus whether it is associated with a crime temporally, as well as spatially. The Economis...
Nvidia Ampere graphics card release date, specs, and rumours
The rumours about Nvidia's next-gen GPUs are such salty ones we're developing coronary troubles...
Wuhan virus outbreak: First infected Singaporean among three new cases, bringing tally to 16
SINGAPORE, Jan 31 — A 47-year-old Singaporean woman is among the latest batch of three people who have tested positive for the Wuhan coronavirus, bringing the number of imported cases here to 16. In a press release today, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said she was one of the Singaporeans who was...
Discovery takes pressure off blood measurements
Researchers at Monash University are on the verge of creating a revolutionary, portable blood pressure monitoring device that can provide data continuously to patients from the comfort of their home.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (Note 11) Release Date, Price & Spec Rumours
King of the phablets is not down yet. Here's what to expect from a potential Samsung Galaxy Note 20, successor to the flagship Note 10.
DOC call to use the loos in Abel Tasman National Park
31 January 2020
Jennifer Doudna, Crispr scientist, on the ethics of editing humans
Her gene-editing tool could cure disease and change the human race. But what happens if it falls into the wrong hands?
Here’s why you should include rice water in your beauty routine
Here's why you should include rice water in your beauty routine Next time you’re boiling some rice in preparation for a meal, you may want to hold on the s
Efficient cryopreservation of genetically modified rat spermatozoa
Rat spermatozoa are two to four times larger than that of other animal species and are easily damaged by changes in pH, osmotic pressure, and temperature. Because these animals are very frequently used ...
Tokyo Olympic organizers try to dampen cancellation rumors
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers are trying to shoot down rumors that this year's 2020 Games might be canceled or postponed because of the spread of a new virus.Japan has so far reported no deaths from the coronavirus that has killed more than 200 people in China. Japanese organizers have hesitated to say much for several days, but on Friday they addressed the rumors. So did the International Olympic Committee, which also has said little.The Olympics open on July 24, just under six months away.“We have never discussed cancelling the games,” Tokyo organizers said in a statement to The Associated Press. “Tokyo 2020 will continue to collaborate with the IOC and relevant organizations and will review any cou
The Man Who Saw Tomorrow’s Disruption—and Gave Me Hope for Journalism
Clay Christensen’s insights helped illuminate a path by which the field can survive, even thrive.
Worsening locust invasion threatens food security across East Africa
So far just $15 million has been mobilized to help stop the outbreak that threatens to worsen an already poor hunger situation for millions of people in Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia and elsewhere.
Google issues coronavirus ‘SOS Alert’ in Search, here’s what that means
When you search for coronavirus on Google, you will get quick access to safety tips, info, resources & Twitter updates from WHO.
Stella McCartney launches collection inspired by Jonathan Safran Foer
Designer says author’s book We Are the Weather struck a chord with its environmental message
ASUS rolls out an Android 10 beta to the ZenFone Max Pro M2
The Android 10 Global Beta is now available for the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 for early testing. We also have full ROM zip available for manual installation.
Long noncoding RNA can protect our metabolism against metabolic complications
Unlike what we commonly refer to as 'genes', these phantom genes or 'Long noncoding RNA' (LncRNAs) do not lead to the production of proteins that our cells, and thus our entire bodies are made of.
Bionic jellyfish? Yes, and they are here to help
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - It may sound more like science fiction than science fact, but researchers have created bionic jellyfish by embedding microelectronics into these ubiquitous marine invertebrates with hopes to deploy them to monitor and explore the world’s oceans.
Alzheimer's - good sleep habits can protect you | TheHealthSite.com
Alzheimer's disease can be traumatic for both patients and caregivers. To bring down your risk of Alzheimer's, you need to develop the right sleep habits.
Scientists Snap Closest-Ever View of the Sun
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Global scientists race to develop novel coronavirus vaccine
Medical researchers at home and abroad are working swiftly to develop a vaccine targeting the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), which has 9,731 confirmed cases in China and 101 cases overseas as of 2 pm on Friday.
Officials Have Declared the Coronavirus Outbreak a Global Health Emergency
A newly discovered coronavirus has sickened nearly 9,800 people worldwide. We've rounded up the most vital information that's been released so far.
Nesting nanotubes to create 1-D van der Waals heterostructures
An international team of researchers has found a new way to create 1-D heterostructures—by nesting nanotubes. In their paper published in the journal Science, the group describes how they nested the ...
Rust offers a cheap way to filter arsenic-poisoned water
When water flows deep underground, it often dissolves inorganic substances from mineral deposits in the earth's crust. In many regions, these deposits contain arsenic, a naturally occurring element that ...
Why We Shouldn't Fight Over What Children Are Taught in School
Is there a better way?
Meet the USS Akron: One of America's Two Flying Aircraft Carriers
Yes, two!
Upcoming VW A0 (Kia Seltos/Creta Rival) SUV Teased, Debut On 3rd Feb
VW MQB AO IN SUV will become a direct rival of the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta, it will aim to help the German auto giant gain a stronger grip on the highly competitive local market
An Ode To Spitzer, NASA's Now-Defunct Space Telescope
Deep space is a harsh, unforgiving place, traversed only by the lonely few. Now, one traveller's decade-spanning journey through the stars is coming to an end. January 31 marks the last day NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope will broadcast science and engineering data to Earth, closing the final curtain on a trip that...
After a stroke, the brain ‘drowns’ in its own fluid
Scientists thought fluid from blood caused swelling in the brain after a stroke, but new research in mice pinpoints a different cause.
Calculating Hawking radiation at the event horizon of a black hole
A RUDN University physicist has developed a formula for calculating Hawking radiation on the event horizon of a black hole, which allows physicists to determine how this radiation would be changed with ...
Dundee drug discovery firm announces first ever clinical trials for AI-developed compound
A Dundee-based firm has announced the first ever clinical trials for a drug molecule developed using artificial intelligence (AI).
Microsoft will award up to $20K for finding vulnerabilities in Xbox Live
For those interested in becoming part of the Xbox Bounty Program, the company is offering monetary awards ranging between $500 to $20,000 for identifying security vulnerabilities in its Xbox Live service.
Rivers are warming at the same rate as the atmosphere
Researchers at EPFL and the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) have found that the temperature of Swiss rivers is rising steadily. This situation is straining ecosystems ...
Lex Luthor Just DESTROYED the Deadliest Justice League, Single-Handed
As DC's Year of the Villain continues, Lex Luthor just took out the Batman Who Laughs' powerhouse superhero team without breaking a sweat.
What is coronavirus and how worried should we be?
What are the symptoms caused by the virus from Wuhan in China, how is it transmitted from one person to another, and at what point should you see a doctor?
AFP Fact Check: Coronavirus — Pakistani officials deny they issued warning over dangers of eating goat meat
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Researchers look at novel methods to enhance battery performance
Researchers at Penn State are looking at innovative ways to improve energy storage in an effort to better utilize renewable energy technologies.
Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel
Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday. The TEPCO-operated nuclear plant suffered a meltdown in 2011 after it was hit by an earthquake-triggered tsunami. The
iPhone SE 2 Plus could have a new style of fingerprint scanner
The iPhone SE 2 Plus could have an all-screen LCD display and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
PS5 release date, specs, news and rumors for Sony’s PlayStation 5
Sony has confirmed that the PS5 is coming at the end of 2020 – so what do we know about the next-generation console so far?
Berlin film festival suspends prize over founder’s ‘Nazi links’
Alfred Bauer led the Berlinale from 1951 to 1976.
We’ve Observed A Spinning Star That Drags The Very Fabric Of Space And Time
One of the predictions of Einstein’s general theory of relativity is that any spinning body drags the very fabric of space-time in its vicinity around with it. This is known as “frame-dragging”....
Study: Brexit referendum did not lead to more radical Euroskepticism elsewhere
Following the result of the UK Brexit referendum in June 2016 many Euroskeptic parties across Europe celebrated, contending that the vote could pave the way for similar referendums in other countries. ...
Coronavirus outbreak: What we know so far
A global public health emergency has been declared as cases continue to spread.
Q&A: Why AI is going to become more mainstream for business
The CEO of Yellowfin (BI analytics company) explains that although the adoption of analytics is still low amongst businesses, companies like Yellowfin are helping leaders think differently and make transformational value and change through data.
Investigating dynamics of democratic elections using physics theory
Sometimes, physics theories and constructs can also be used to study seemingly unrelated phenomena, such as social behaviors or dynamics. While human beings are not necessarily similar to specific physical ...
DNA extracted in museum samples can reveal genetic secrets
DNA in preserved museum specimens can allow scientists to explore the history of species and humanities impact on the ecosystem, but samples are typically preserved in formaldehyde which can damage DNA ...
Why Is Russia Bringing the S-400 Air Defense System to Its Bases in the Arctic?
And a bunch of other weapons.
2021 Kia Sorento Facelift Leaked, Gets Telluride Inspired Design
2021 Kia Sorento facelift gets a thoroughly updated exterior and interior in line with the flagship Telluride SUV
Low levels of air pollution may add to cardiac arrest risk
All it takes is short-term exposure to fine-particle air pollution from cars and bushfires to increase the risk of cardiac arrest, a new study warns.
More countries publishing ecosystem accounts, considering environment in economic decisions
New research shows that an increasing number of countries are publishing ecosystem accounts, helping to embed nature in economic and financial decisions.
New Nanoparticle Eats Away At Heart Attack Causing Plaques
Researchers created a nanoparticle that targets plaque in cells and eats away at it, reducing the risk of a heart attack.
Hidden hearing loss revealed
Harvard researchers have found two biomarkers that may help explain why a person with normal hearing struggles to follow conversations in noisy environments.
How is New Zealand’s landscape changing?
January 31, 2020
Coronavirus live tracker: Killer virus reaches UK - how far has it spread?
The map tracks the spread of coronavirus in real time, including Britain's first two cases, amid an outbreak that has killed more than 210 people in China
Test to detect novel coronavirus available in New Zealand
31 January 2020
India Plans to Send 50 Satellite Launch Vehicles Into Orbit Within Next 5 Years - ISRO
New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s government space expenditure still lags behind that of the major players in the sector, such as the US, which spent about 13 times more than India in 2018, according to a report presented to parliament.
EA: Our Games Will Blow People’s Minds in the Next Couple of Years Thanks to Next-Gen
EA CFO Blake Jorgensen boasted that the publisher's games coming in the next couple of years will blow people's minds thanks to next-gen.
[Update: Fixed] Google changes how Play Store changelogs are previewed, resulting in some awkward phrasing
That new Play Store design gave us a Dark Theme that works with the Android 10, but it also brought a strange change to the changelog previews.
Not-so-dirty birds? Not enough evidence to link wild birds to food-borne illness
When food makes people sick, some blame birds because they hang around farms, and their feces can contain E. coli, Salmonella and Campylobacter, three common pathogens that can cause food-borne illness.
Bionic jellyfish? Yes, and they are here to help
WASHINGTON, Jan 31 — It may sound more like science fiction than science fact, but researchers have created bionic jellyfish by embedding microelectronics into these ubiquitous marine invertebrates with hopes to deploy them to monitor and explore the world’s oceans. A small prosthetic enabled...
Science Experiments For High School – How You Can Plan The Proper Experiment And Get The Results That You Want
Science experiments such as senior high school are not as tricky as the majority of us thought. Allow me to share a number.You need to determine your ends. Then you will need to define the tasks that
Taipei Game Show postponed in response to coronavirus outbreak
With 320,000 people set to attend, organisers take action to avoid "unthinkable risks" of cluster infection
Coronavirus causes Taipei Game Show postponement
One of the world's most populated video game conventions won't be taking place as scheduled. Due to concerns over the coronavirus outbreak in China, the Taipei Game Show has been pushed back to an unannounced date this summer. Taipei Game S...
What Is The Keto Flu? Here's How An RD Recommends Preventing It
Are avocados the answer to the dreaded keto flu?
New report shows black pregnant women are more at risk of dying in the U.S.
A new data shows that Black women in the U.S. die during pregnancy or in the months after giving birth two and half times more often than white women and three times more often than Hispanic women. The data which was released by the National Center for Health Statistics on Thursday show that the national maternal mortality...
Sony Xperia 2020 Battery Capacity Could Be A Whopper
Sony's Xperia 2020 battery capacity could put the currently unnamed flagship on the map. The source, AndroidNext, has leaked a spec sheet for the upcoming
5 Reasons Why The Genesis GV80 Has A Best-In-Class Interior
CarBuzz was invited down to Miami, Florida for the US debut of the 2021 Genesis GV80, the company's first S...
Nigeria has given a new GM cowpea variety the go ahead. Why it matters
By Jose Maria Barrero, CSIRO and TJ Higgins, CSIRO LATE last year the world’s first genetically modified (GM) cowpea was registered and approved for release to smallholder farmers in Nigeria. The new variety carries a microbial insecticidal gene making it resistant to a major pest that affects this crop. The decision is significant because this […]
“Dragging Spacetime” –Neutron Star Orbiting a Massive Object Predicted By Einstein
“After ruling out a range of potential experimental errors, we started to suspect that the interaction between the white dwarf and neutron star was not as simple as had been assumed to date,” concluded Willem van Straten (AUT) about the detection of the effects of Lense-Thirring precession – an effect of relativistic frame-dragging – …
Retirement complex planned for Eagle Way site in Martlesham Heath
Developers McCarthy and Stone are planning to build new retirement apartments next to a doctor's surgery on the outskirts of Ipswich.
Nike Vaporfly shoes sidestep Olympics ban, despite concerns of threat to athletics 'integrity'
While the governing body of track and field acknowledged on Friday that shoe technology poses a risk to the sport, it cleared distance runners to keep wearing a favoured Nike design.
Middle Range Theories Tool to Nursing Exploration
Middle range notions application for nursing analysis can be actually really a useful tool for conducting scientific research in nursing. The theory behind this procedure is the cost of the test will
Hero dog and handler tell how they found missing man on freezing night
A police dog handler has spoken of the moment his four-legged partner heroically saved a man from the brink of death on one of the coldest nights of the year.
Design Guidelines for Contemporary Tropical Architecture
from San José, Costa Rica, shares his contemplations for a free expressive code for tropical architecture. However, deepening and broadening this...
Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel
Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.
Zimbabwean entrepreneur invents open-sourced technology to improve access to education in Africa
Zimbabwean AI expert William Sachiti, CEO of UK-based start-up Academy of Robotics (www.AcademyofRobotics.co.uk) has today published an open-source technology k...
Why You Should Be Afraid of Russia’s New Heavy Flamethrower Battalions
Heavy flamethrower battalions are coming to the Russian army. The goal is to use incendiary weapons – devastating physically and psychologically – to clear enemy troops from cities, bunkers and
Scientists make alarming discovery under Antarctica’s ‘doomsday glacier’
Scientists have detected unusually warm water underneath Antarctica’s “doomsday glacier.” The team from Georgia Tech was able capture new images and first-of-its-kind data from deep
Astrophysicists Observe Star Dragging Space-Time
Scientists have observed a spinning star dragging space-time along with it, according to a new paper.
It's too easy for West Dunbartonshire youths to get booze, says alcohol charity chief
A new study found found minimum unit pricing (MUP) has had little impact on underage drinkers.
First influenza exposure dictates lifelong ability to fight the virus, study suggests
Researchers say the results of a study suggest exposure to one of the two flu strains that circulate every year imprints itself on a person’s immunity and disproportionately affects their lifelong response to the flu
Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel
Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporized into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.