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Climate change activists block Shell headquarters, 30 detained
THE HAGUE (Reuters) - Environmental activists chanting “keep it in the ground” blocked the entrance to Shell’s headquarters in The Hague on Friday, protesting at the energy company’s role in climate change, until police dragged them away, detaining 30.
French couple living off-grid wants to leave a trace
CHASTEAUX, France (Reuters) - In a forested area in central France, a young couple lives off-grid in a wood-and-straw cabin. Their aim is not to hide from the law, but to change it.
3 Kenyans Obama Believes Hold Country's Future
The 44th US president Barrack Obama vividly expressed how the three young Kenyans had...
Control on society lets China lock down 50M people, feed them
Authorities have blocked 50 million people from leaving Wuhan and nearby cities at the center of the outbreak. That in turn requires a massive effort to keep them supplied with food and other neces...
New green dawn: Advocates hope ACT's cannabis laws pave way for open market
Advocates have welcomed Canberra's contentious new cannabis regime, hoping it sparks a broader public discussion about drug law reform and paves the way for a...
Principals to use five senses - not air quality data - to guide bushfire smoke response
Public school principals will be left to decide whether their students should be kept indoors if hazardous bushfire smoke re-enters the ACT. And principals a...
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.
Mayo organisations join new national climate action campaign
Macalla Farm and Westport Eco-Congregation are among the Mayo-based organisations joining One Future, a new campaign group calling for faster and fairer climate action.
Prenty calls for 'runaway inter-county GAA expenses train' to be derailed
CONNAUGHT GAA Council secretary John Prenty has issued a stark and very strong warning over the costs of running senior inter-county football teams which is running out of control.
Derbyshire medical centres issue warning over coronavirus outbreak
Two people have tested positive for the virus in England
Gov’t pledges to address Childhood pneumonia
Government has been scaling up approaches to protect, prevent and treat pneumonia and diarrhoea among under-fives since 2012.
Taipei Game Show postponed over coronavirus emergency
The show was scheduled to run in early February but is now expected sometime in the summer.
Indian Government Bans Exporting All Types of Respiratory Masks
New Delhi (Sputnik): The novel Coronavirus is spreading fast in China and causing health scares in many other countries with the World Health Organisation declaring it a global emergency. The death toll has swelled to 230, with 9,692 infected cases in China alone. As a precaution, health experts suggest wearing face masks in public places.
5.2 Magnitude Quake Strikes in Japan - EMSC
The quake occurred six kilometres to the west of the city of Ushiku, the US Geological Survey reported.
Drones are chasing Chinese people into their homes to stop coronavirus spreading
'This is the drone speaking - you shouldn't walk about without wearing a mask.'
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.
Coronavirus updates: The latest news on the outbreak and the global response
Countries around the world evacuate citizens from the center of the outbreak in China, as the virus continues to spread.
Cellar tours to offer a spookier look at the life of famous doctor Erasmus Darwin - with video
Erasmus Darwin’s historical home n Lichfield is starting to hold monthly cellar tours.
Countries evacuate citizens from China
Foreign governments race to protect their citizens from deadly virus.
Multiple cases of coronavirus confirmed in the UK
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty has announced that two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in England
Researchers create world’s most detailed map of breast cancer risk
An international team identified over 350 DNA 'errors' that increase risk of developing the disease, creating a map of breast cancer risk
WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213
The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections.
China virus death toll hits 213
The nationwide death toll in China's coronavirus outbreak has risen to 213, with nearly 2,000 new cases confirmed, the National Health Commission said on Friday.
Plastics ban can't be instant, restaurants warn Ottawa
OTTAWA — Canada's restaurant owners are eager to do their part to curb this country's addiction to plastics, their association says, but they want the government to leave time for them to adapt to a . . .
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.
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.
Everything we need to know about coronavirus as it hits the UK
Here's what you need to know as two cases have been confirmed on British soil
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.
MARINA on the alert against nCov
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has started implementing strict precautionary measures to prevent the entry of the deadly 2019 novel coronavirus (nCoV) into the country.
Filipinos in nCoV-hit areas in China are safer if they stay there – Sotto
Senate President Vicente Sotto III on Friday raised his concern over the government's plan to repatriate Filipinos from China amid the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
Duterte issues travel ban on Chinese nationals from nCoV-afflicted areas
President Duterte issued on Friday a travel ban on Chinese nationals coming from Hubei, China and other places where confirmed cases of the deadly 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) have been reported.
TUCP urges DOH to provide workers with free face masks
The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) has urged the Department of Health (DOH) to provide workers with free standardized face masks.
TUCP urges DOH to provide workers with free face masks
The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines (TUCP) has urged the Department of Health (DOH) to provide workers with free standardized face masks.
Coronavirus patient moved to Thrissur medical college, more quarantined in Kerala
Thrissur medical college has been equipped with isolation ward with all facilities where 24 patients can be treated at a time
Robocalls: How common are they?
— From October to December 2019, the Federal Trade Commission reported more than 19.5 million do not call complaints in the United States.
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.
UK well prepared to deal with virus: PM Johnson's spokesman
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) is very well prepared to deal with the Coronavirus outbreak, Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s spokesman said on Friday.
Two UK coronavirus patients being treated in northern England
LONDON (Reuters) - The first two people in Britain to be diagnosed with the new coronavirus are being treated in a hospital in Newcastle, northeast England, Britain’s health ministry said on Friday.
Surge in virus infections stokes fear in cities flanking China's Wuhan
BEIJING (Reuters) - A jump in infections in two Chinese cities flanking Wuhan, the epicenter of a rapidly-spreading virus epidemic, is fuelling fear that new hot spots are emerging in a province where strict transport curbs have already brought most activity to a halt.
Singapore bans China travelers to keep out coronavirus
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore said on Friday it was banning entry to all Chinese visitors and foreigners with a recent history of travel to China in some of the most far-reaching moves worldwide to deter the fast-spreading coronavirus.
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online
Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus.
To mask or not to mask: Confusion spreads over coronavirus protection
'Do not wear a mask if you are well' read a warning plastered across the front of Singapore's main newspaper on Friday, as authorities around the world...
No kissing, hugging in Russia amid virus fears
Russia's consumer health watchdog advised people on Friday to refrain from greeting each other with handshakes, kisses or hugs and to wear medical masks in...
Top news of the day: Delhi court postpones hanging of Nirbhaya case convicts, Economic Survey pegs GDP growth at 6-6.5% in next fiscal, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
Outcome-based education must to meet future challenges, says Ambedkar varsity Vice-Chancellor
‘Improve faculty and infrastructure to get accreditation from NAAC’
WHO representative says Ukraine able to cope with coronavirus
The death toll in China is now 213 people.
Possible disruption to water supply in Tallanstown on Monday - Talk of the Town
Homeowners and businesses in Tallanstown may suffer disruption to their water supply this Monday. This is due to mains repair works due to be carried out in the Rathbrist area of the village from 10.30am to 6pm on the day. Irish Water has advised that those affected may experience low pressure or a water outage...Read More→
Thailand China Outbreak
The holiday was over for almost 80 Chinese visitors to Thailand. Wuhan has been under tight lockdown as Chinese authorities seek to contain further spread of the virus. The virus outbreak has attached a measure of fear and loathing to the city's name, as was demonstrated Friday when another group
Coronavirus Outbreak: Mongolia Bars Entries From China
The ban will be enforced from Saturday until March 2, according to a government statement, which also said Mongolians will be prohibited from travelling to China for the same period of time.
Why We Shouldn't Fight Over What Children Are Taught in School
Is there a better way?
What does declaring coronavirus a global health emergency change?
A global health emergency usually means more resources and reporting obligations but states do not always follow WHO's guidance
Emilia Clarke & Emma Watson Have Joined 2000 Supporters Urging Climate Change Action
Now that celebrities can reach their fans on a more personal level over social media, the lines between celebrity and activist have blurred. Many actors, musicians, and models use their platforms to raise awareness about the issues they care about.…
First two cases of coronavirus confirmed in UK
Two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the United Kingdom. In a statement on Friday, Chris Witty, chief medical officer for England, said the patients are members of the
Countries ban China arrivals as virus death toll hits 213
Singapore and Mongolia slapped sweeping bans on arrivals from China on Friday and the United States told its citizens to avoid the country after a global health emergency was declared over a viral epidemic that has killed 213 people.
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,
The incredibly rare brain condition which caused a young girl to 'waste away' because she doesn't feel hunger
Gypsy Mae Chamberlain, 12, is one of only a handful of people across the globe with diencephalic syndrome
Sporting Life tipping record: How our recommended bets have performed
A look at how the Sporting Life recommended bets have performed in January 2020.
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.
Staying in Wuhan more risky than 14 days on Christmas Island
Understandably, the thought of being quarantined in a detention centre is off-putting, but the consequences of staying in Wuhan are far more serious.
If Millennials really are having less sex, why would that be?
The phenomenon is recognised widely enough to have been dubbed the "sex recession".
No one considered the cost to Sydney of crushing this vibrant community hub
Corporate profiteering is set to ruin the oldest Indigenous urban settlement in the country.
Want to save the world? Try science
Scientists and science as a career should be respected and supported, writes Jim Bright.
A passion for the past offers buildings a new future
Christopher Morgan has combined his passions for archaeology and a special heritage house.
To mask or not to mask: confusion spreads over coronavirus protection
"Do not wear a mask if you are well" read a warning plastered across the front of Singapore's main newspaper on Friday, as authorities around the world sought to calm panic buying of masks seen as a guard against the fast-spreading coronavirus.
UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.”
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?
This Is the High Cost China Is Paying for Copying a Stolen Su-33 Russian Jet Fighter
A bad copy.
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.
Two cases of coronavirus confirmed in UK, says chief medical officer
Together with Germany, France, Italy and Finland, the UK is now among European nations with confirmed cases of coronavirus on their territory.
US government kept submarine crash at Titanic site a secret
A $35 million submarine vessel, operated by British company EYOS Expeditions, crashed into the famous wreckage of the RMS Titanic, in July 2019, according to legal papers seen in the Telegraph. Rob McCallum, the expedition leader admitted earlier this week that the Triton submersible crashed into the sunken ocean...
Coronavirus test negative, CS says
CS Kariuki says results sent to SA for validation are negative.
WHO declares global virus emergency
The WHO revises its risk assessment after crisis talks in Geneva.
Panic as locusts invade farms in Embu
The insects were seen in Ndunduri, Manyata, Kathangariri and Gicherori villages.
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…
Six reasons Nigerians should value online education
Today’s world is steadily ebbing out traditional methods and conventions in favor of modern technology in various facets of day-to-day living. Thanks to technology, one’s location no longer affects how we communicate, socialize, or work, so why should it restrict how we learn? Online universities were introduced just about two decades ago and were seen […]
Canada lags behind peers in doctors per capita, but average in physician visits
TORONTO — Canada lags well behind all but the United States among 11 of the wealthiest nations when it comes to the number of doctors per capita, a new report indicates.The analysis by the . . .
Army sets up quarantine facility in Manesar for 300 students returning from Hubei
An Air India flight was sent to Wuhan on Friday to bring back the Indian students stuck in Hubei province, the epicentre of coronavirus. The flight is expected to reach India at around 2 am on Saturday.
Rural students spend more than urban counterpart on books, stationery, uniform: Eco Survey
As per the Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in the Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the absence of suitable financial support system and high burden of course fee, especially in higher education, pushes the poor and underprivileged out of the education system.
Cutting down waste: Jakarta's traditional markets to drop single-use plastic bags by July
As an alternative, vendors are expected to educate and provide their customers with ecofriendly bags.
Astellas files new application for expanded use of roxadustat in Japan
Astellas has set its sights on extending the use of roxadustat into Japan, for the treatment of anaemia associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in non-dialysis patients.
China "confident in, capable of" containing, defeating epidemic: NHC
China is confident in and capable of effectively containing the novel coronavirus epidemic, and eventually defeating it, the National Health Commission said in a statement Friday.
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.
Coronavirus: 400 Indians to be airlifted from Virus-hit China
China has imposed a lockdown in the city following the outbreak of the virus
Over 200 DP&L customers still without power in Montgomery County
— There are now over 200 Dayton Power & Light customers without power in Montgomery County.
Italy cabinet to discuss declaring coronavirus emergency after first two cases confirmed
ROME (Reuters) - Italy’s government is set to discuss declaring a state of national emergency after confirming the first two cases of the new coronavirus in the country since the outbreak in China, a cabinet statement said on Friday.
WHO says countries should keep borders open, trade & people moving despite coronavirus
GENEVA (Reuters) - Borders should be kept open and people and trade flowing in the face of the coronavirus outbreak, although countries have a sovereign right to take measures to try to protect their citizens, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday.
Brexit to bring new start for EU, no fewer opportunities: Commission chief
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The EU will start a new chapter after Britain leaves, with no fewer opportunities as a united force on global issues from climate change to technological transformation, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday.
Greta Thunberg seeks to trademark her name to stem misuse
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Teen climate activist Greta Thunberg said on Instagram on Wednesday she has applied to register her name and that of the Fridays For Future movement she founded in 2018, which has gone global and catapulted her to international fame.
Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on Friday, as it raised its total number of cases to 19, the second-highest after China.
No kissing or hugging, watchdog advises Russians amid virus fears
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia’s consumer health watchdog advised people on Friday to refrain from greeting each other with handshakes, kisses or hugs and to wear medical masks in crowded public places to try to stop China’s virus outbreak spreading to Russia.
Australia on standby for ongoing fire threat
Authorities in Canberra on Friday declared the first state of emergency in almost two decades as a bushfire bore down on the Australian capital. The chief...
What To Expect At Airport Screenings For Coronavirus
As you travel for business, here's what you may want to be aware of.
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?
Elevated fire conditions in the ACT set to accumulate on Saturday afternoon
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe fire weather warning for the ACT on Saturday.
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.
Social workers are not useless, irrelevant
Social workers like any other professionals play a pivotal role in mentoring and skilling the youth at both micro and macro levels
Facebook and Google are fighting coronavirus misinformation
Google and Facebook are attempting to stay ahead of coronavirus conspiracy theories and fake cures.
Pakistan Suspends Flights to China a Day After WHO Declares Global Health Emergency Over Coronavirus
New Delhi (Sputnik): Airlines around the world have been suspending all flights to China following the outbreak of the virus which has already claimed the lives of over 200 people.
Where is coronavirus in the UK and how many people have it?
Here's what we know so far...
We start to struggle with activities 'like walking up stairs' at age 60
The good news is that exercise can help.
Economic Survey 2020 draws heavy references from Kautilya's Arthashashtra
Economic Survey 2020: The document also defends Kautilya and says that he is often misrepresented because of impartial reading of Arthshashtra
AJCS ranked first in Gulf region for the third year
Al Jazeera Centre for Studies (AJCS) was ranked the top think tank in the Gulf region for the third year in a row by the Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program (TTCSP) at the University of Pennsylvania in its 2019 Global
Bill Gates predicted a coronavirus-like outbreak - down to it starting at a Chinese market - in 2019 Netflix documentary show 'The Next Pandemic'
In an episode of the Netflix 'Explained' series aired late last year billionaire Bill Gates warned of the likelihood of a global pandemic breaking out from one of China's wet markets
Plastic peril strikes: Haunting image shows dead sea turtle after it died from lack of oxygen while tangled in fishing wire
Photojournalist Shane Gross, 34, took the haunting photos of a turtle seemingly screaming while trapped in fish wire, near the coast of Harbor Island in the Bahamas.
Cambodia's health minister is ridiculed for saying that the country is too HOT for a coronavirus outbreak - as governments send mixed messages about whether to wear masks
Mam Bunheng claimed to a Phnom Penh newspaper that the virus cannot spread in temperatures higher than 86F (30C), but the human body temperature is higher.
Airbnb and The Bahamas sign a MoU to promote tourism to the country and launch global Sabbatical campaign
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Government of The Bahamas and Airbnb signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) establishing a framework of mutual collaboration and cooperation on areas of common interest, including marketing promotion and good faith engagement. Airbnb spotlighted a suite of projects designed to help drive tourism to the country, commencing with today's announcement of The Bahamas Sabbatical - a global initiative that offers five participants a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live like an islander while joining Bahamians in welcoming travelers back
Rural students spend more in books, uniform, stationery than urban: Survey
Among those who were enrolled, drop-out rate was as high as 10 per cent at primary level, 17.5 per cent at upper primary/middle, and 19.8 per cent at secondary level, the survey added.
Facebook to remove Coronavirus fake news after WHO flags global emergency
The move is unusually aggressive for Facebook, which generally limits the distribution of content containing health misinformation through restrictions on search results and advertising
Thessaloniki man who presented with symptoms of Coronavirus, is discharged from hospital
Greek City Times Article
Emergency operations centre opened and ready to tackle coronavirus, says Mkhize
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize has moved to assure the public that there has been no cases of the coronavirus detected in the ...
Coronavirus: Death toll hits 213 in China, nearly 2,000 new cases confirmed
The nationwide death toll in China's coronavirus outbreak has risen to 213, with nearly 2,000 new cases confirmed, the National Health Commission said on Friday. In its daily update, the commission
WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213
The United States told its citizens not to travel to China in the first major response to the World Health Organization's declaration of a global emergency over the spreading coronavirus, as Chinese authorities Friday increased the toll to 213 dead and nearly 10,000 infections.
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.
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.
Chinese tourists cancel trips to Canadian hotspots such as Banff, Yellowknife
Tour companies and hotels in destinations popular with Chinese tourists are starting to see cancellations after a new form of virus that has led to mass quarantines and more than 200 deaths in China.
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.
Myanmar generates about 3,200 megawatts of electricity now
Myanmar is generating about 3,200 megawatts of electricity at the present, according to figures from the Ministry of Electricity and Energy.
Eskom: Stage 2 loadshedding resumes, weekend reality
Eskom announced this morning that it will continue with stage 2 loadshedding from 9:00 today (Friday) until 6:00 on Monday 3 February.
African Economic Outlook indicates steady growth through 2021
AfDB's 2020 African Economic Outlook shows that growth remained stable in 2019 at 3.4% and is on course to pick up to 3.9% in 2020, and 4.1% in 2021.
EEP Africa: grant financing for early-stage clean power projects
EEP Africa has opened a call for proposals aimed at applicants in need of grant financing to implement innovative early-stage clean energy projects in Southern and East Africa.
Sustainable living: After Air New Zealand’s edible cups, French pastry chef serves sugary receipts
French pastry chef Ludovik Gerboin in Bavaria has started printing edible sales receipts made of sugar and surmounted them on every pastry.
Viral Video: Wuhan residents stuck at home due to coronavirus sing anthem, shout slogans
Videos emerged of residents of Wuhan, who have been restricted to their homes, singing patriotic songs together and shouting slogans to encourage each other.
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...
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.”...
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.
Emergency declared for bushfire-threatened Canberra
Authorities in Canberra on Friday declared the first state of emergency in almost two decades as a bushfire bore down on the Australian capital.
Two members of the same family test positive for coronavirus in England
The Chief Medical Officer said the UK is prepared, and used to managing infections.
Chance to support this community and its annual wood chop event
KEEN COMPETITORS from across the region will descend on the tiny town of Lyonville for its annual woodchop competition this weekend. Choppers of all ages and...
Coronavirus Is Now A Public Health Emergency, What Does That Mean?
The World Health Organisation met today and declared the coronavirus from Wuhan (2019-nCoV) a public health emergency of international concern, or PHEIC....
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...
US tells its citizens 'do not travel' to China because of coronavirus
The United States has told its citizens "do not travel" to China, raising its advisory status to the highest level of alert because of the coronavirus epidemic.
Benue links unknown illness to contaminated water
The Benue state commissioner for health and human services, Sunday Ongbabo, said the controversy which occurred in Obi local government area was due to the consumption of the water by the victims.
New study pulls back veil on Everett’s coronavirus patient
A New England Journal of Medicine article with local expert insight is guiding officials worldwide.
Vote no on Arlington schools bond and levy
For the fourth time in two years, the Arlington School District is proposing a bond ($91 million) to be repaid over 21 years.
Strike at Swedish is over, but contract dispute is not
The health care provider says replaced strikers will return to work by Sunday. The union calls it a lockout.
Coronavirus: SEAMATA urges traders to avoid business trips to China
southeast Amalgamated Market Traders Association, SEAMATA, has urged traders to shelve all business trips to China
Nations should avoid overreacting on coronavirus, says China as WHO declares global emergency
China informed the WHO about the coronavirus cases in late December. The death toll in China's novel coronavirus outbreak on Friday climbed to 213 with the number of confirmed cases totalling to 9,692.
WHO declares coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency; death toll hits 213
"Our greatest concern is the potential for the virus to spread to countries with weaker health systems," says WHO chief.
Coronavirus: Air India's special flight to depart from Delhi for Wuhan on Friday for evacuation of Indians
The government on Thursday reached out to over 600 Indians living in China's Hubei province, the epicentre of the novel coronavirus outbreak.
The Sirtfood Diet for quick weight loss | TheHealthSite.com
There are many fad diets that promise instant weight loss. The Sirtfood Diet is one such weight loss plan that can induce quick results without muscle loss.
Coronavirus: First cases of deadly virus confirmed in UK, health chiefs say
The first cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the UK.
With Death Toll Mounting To 213, WHO Declares Coronavirus Outbreak As International Health Emergency
However, the Geneva-based organisation have not recommended any travel or trade restrictions on China.
The UK has confirmed its first 2 cases of Wuhan coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The virus, which originated in the Chinese city of Wuhan, has now spread to at least 20 countries worldwide.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
MPs question UGX 744m budget for model village
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Members of Parliament have asked the committee on the presidential affairs to explain why establishing one model village per region which will cost shillings 744 million. The MPs were reacting to the presentation of the committee chairperson, Jessica Ababiku who urged the budget committee to consider allocating funds to roll …
Coronavirus arrives to the UK after two cases confirmed by health bosses
They are members of the same family
Brexit a 'step backwards' and Canada's coronavirus plans; In The News for Jan. 31
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Jan. 31 ... What we are watching in Canada ...
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.
New coronavirus outbreak affects tourism in Canada as confirmed cases in China climb
An expert says Canadian bats are unlikely to be the source of a new coronavirus that is infecting humans and raising global alarm.
Experts say masks are unnecessary if you are well
Experts say masks are unnecessary if you are well
$400,000 fund opening for Hamilton community groups
Applications open from 1 February for local community groups to seek a share of more than $400,000 through Hamilton City Council’s 2020 Single-Year Community Grants.
CEAC supports Northland $100 million for rail restoration
Friday 31st January 2020
Taupo vaping ban totally misguided
Friday, 31 January 2020
DOC call to use the loos in Abel Tasman National Park
31 January 2020
Counties Manukau KiwiSport funding boosts opportunities
Counties Manukau KiwiSport funding boosts opportunities for local children, schools, sports and community organisations
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...
The UK has confirmed its first 2 cases of Wuhan coronavirus
Two people in the UK have been infected with the Wuhan coronavirus, medical authorities said Friday, the first cases of the virus in the country.
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 …
Pakistan Halts All Flights To And From China Amid Coronavirus Fears
Pakistan says it is halting all flights to and from China after the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the ongoing coronavirus outbreak a global emergency.
Britain reports first two cases of coronavirus
Two patients from the same family in England have tested positive for coronavirus, the first such cases in Britain, England's chief medical officer said 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 […]
'Taupo vaping ban totally misguided'
"Taupo District Council’s move to ban vaping in public places does not support the country’s smokefree ambition. In fact, confusing vaping with smoking only hinders national progress on Smoke Free 2025," says Jonathan Devery, spokesperson for the Vaping Trade Association of New Zealand (VTANZ).
Summer-born children more likely to struggle with basic skills, figures suggest
Youngsters born in the summer are less likely to have a ‘good level of development’ at age five than those with autumn birthdays, figures suggest.
Community funding up for grabs in City of Wanneroo
COMMUNITY groups can apply for funding and have a say on how the City of Wanneroo distributes funding.
IVF 'postcode lottery' in Suffolk and Essex could be coming to an end
The 'IVF postcode lottery' that impacts couples in Suffolk and Essex could be coming to an end under new NHS proposals.
Facebook To Curb Spread Of Fake News About Novel Coronavirus With Health Ministries Worldwide
The World Health Organisation has deemed the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. And it doesn't help that, as
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
Medical Experts Claim Wuhan Virus May Be Transmitted Through Your Eyes Or By Touch Alone
As the Wuhan virus continues to weigh heavy on everyone's minds, the general answer to preventing yourself from being exposed and possibly infected with the disease is by wearing masks, as it is commonly understood that the mask acts as a barrier between you and any infectious particles that people…
Irish citizens taken to hospital after China evacuation
Three Irish people have been brought to a British hospital for quarantine, after being evacuated from the city of Wuhan in China.
Pilots sue American Airlines to halt China flights
WASHINGTON, United States, Jan 31 - US pilots on Thursday sued American Airlines to force the company to halt flights to China amid the virus outbreak now Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
Vietjet suspends all China flights - VnExpress International
Vietjet will stop all flights to and from China starting Saturday to try and limit the spread the deadly coronavirus.
Eco Survey: Thalinomics in times of rising prices: Veg, non-veg thalis more affordable
Using the annual earnings of an average industrial worker, it is found that affordability of vegetarian thalis improved 29 per cent from 2006-07 to 2019-20 while that for non-vegetarian thalis improved by 18 per cent.
Coronavirus outbreak: 6 suspected cases admitted to RML hospital
Five persons self-reported to the Ram Manohar Lohia hospital, designated to deal with such cases, with respiratory problems and fever, hospital sources said.
WHO Declares Global Virus Emergency, Countries Warn Against China Travel
The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections. The UN health agency based in Geneva had initially downplayed the threat pos
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.
WHO declares global health emergency as coronavirus death toll climbs to 213
Many nations have already urged their citizens not to visit China, while some have banned entry for travellers from Wuhan
Hollow the leader with a mountain to climb: PM's challenge is beyond urgent
You only get one chance to make a first impression. The Prime Minister, for much of Australia, blew his.
Australian bushfires: State of emergency declared in Canberra
Heatwave conditions expected to sweep through Victoria and New South Wales states
Montana ranchers, conservationists lock horns over free-ranging bison
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- A new state plan to allow bison to be categorized as wildlife has pitted Montana ranchers and livestock producers against conservationists.
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.
'The Cave' - Oscar-nominated documentary highlights female doctors saving lives in Syria
The Oscar nominated documentary "The Cave" shines a light on the female doctors saving lives in war-torn Syria.
Mongolia closes border to China until March 2 to stop virus
ULAANBAATAR (Reuters) - Mongolia will close all ports of entry from and into China until March 2 to try to prevent the spread of the coronavirus epidemic, the government said on Friday.
Australia on standby for fire threat as heat, winds return
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian authorities warned on Friday of severe fire danger in densely populated areas this weekend, declaring a state of emergency in the capital, Canberra, as soaring temperatures and strong whipped up huge, unpredictable blazes.
Facebook to remove coronavirus misinformation after WHO declares global emergency
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Facebook Inc said on Thursday it will take down misinformation about China’s fast-spreading coronavirus in a rare departure from its approach to health content, after the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a global health emergency.
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.
Pilots sue American Airlines to halt China flights
US pilots on Thursday sued American Airlines to force the company to halt flights to China amid the virus outbreak now declared a global health emergency.
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.
Shareholder Capitalism Isn't Dead, It Just Changed Its Name to Stakeholder Capitalism
In our headlong search for what comes after shareholder capitalism, we have at long last discovered that stakeholder capitalism is still the same capitalism. And that's good news.
Cuts in India’s education budget have meant fewer scholarships for students from marginalised groups
In charts: An analysis of pre-matric and post-matric scholarships disbursed from 2015-’16 and 2019-’20.
6,500 hospital workers to strike unless gov’t closes border with mainland: union
Around 6,500 nurses and doctors have pledged to go on strike unless the government completely closes the border with the mainland in order to stem the spread of the potentially fatal Wuhan coronavirus Representatives of the recently formed...
NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope Mission Comes to End After 16 Years in Space
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope's mission has come to an end after 16 years of studying the universe, the US space agency said on Friday.
Wuhan coronavirus: China sacks senior city health official unable to answer basic questions
BEIJING: Chinese authorities on Thursday (Jan 30) sacked the health chief of a city near the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak whose ...
Japan speeds up new Wuhan coronavirus measures as more evacuees arrive
TOKYO: Japan said on Friday (Jan 31) that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a "designated infectious disease" to ...
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 ...
Johnson & Johnson ordered to pay US$344 million over pelvic mesh claims
A US judge on Thursday ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $344 million for false and deceptive marketing of pelvic mesh products used by tens of ...
Too soon to tell economic impact of Wuhan coronavirus on China: IMF chief
It is still too soon to gauge the economic impact of the virus outbreak on China's economy, beyond the first three months of the year, ...
Trump vs. Medicaid
The administration very much wants to shrink coverage for adults.
Power blackout warning as temperatures soar, dust storms and mud rain threaten Victoria
Temperatures are soaring in Victoria, with people in the state urged to reduce their electricity usage on Friday afternoon to help prevent blackouts.
Collision of trans sports
Mixed martial arts fighter Tamikka Brents had never felt anyone or anything like the blows that sent her to the hospital in 2014. Fallon Fox hit Brents so hard that she suffered a broken skull.
State of coronavirus in B.C.
B.C. Health Minister, Adrian Dix and health officer Bonnie Dix held a joint press conference Friday to update British Columbians on the latest coronavirus information.
Safety measures vs nCoV ordered
THE Department of Education (DepEd) has ordered school officials to strengthen the promotion of awareness and precautionary measures for schools and their immediate communities following the first confirmed case of novel coronavirus (nCoV) infection in the Philippines.
Malaysia Is Donating 18 Million Medical Gloves To China Amidst The Wuhan Virus Epidemic
2.3 million gloves have already been dispatched to Wuhan.
Pakistan halts flights to and from China amid virus outbreak
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday halted flights to and from China with immediate effect, a civil aviation official said, as the death toll from a virus outbreak spreading in China mounted and the World H
How African countries are responding to Coronavirus
Beijing’s push to expand its influence on the youthful African continent means Africans now make up the second-largest population of foreign students in China, behind those from elsewhere in Asia, a
UK confirms first two coronavirus cases
Two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the United Kingdom, the first such cases seen, British health authorities said on Friday.
Virus poses stark challenges to Abe's tourism goals as Tokyo Olympics loom
The coronavirus outbreak is posing myriad challenges for the Japanese economy, including a key Abe administration policy initiative — the promotion of inbo
Army establishes coronavirus quarantine facility for students returning from China
The quarantine facility consists of accommodation barracks for the students, administrative areas and medical facility area.
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
Three companies to process seaweed produced by farmers of Palk Bay region
Memoranda of Understanding were signed to this effect by the Fisheries Department on Thursday
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
Editor’s note: Cheering failure might sound preposterous – but don’t knock it until you’ve tried it
There’s no shame in admitting defeat. To prove it, the February issue of Report on Business magazine features eight inspiring leaders telling us what they learned from their biggest mistakes
Opinion: Why Canada should end our unfair birth-tourism policies
Several countries have changed their citizenship laws to end the practice and it’s long past time that we follow suit
1,084 new .ie domain registrations in Louth last year - Talk of the Town
There were 1,084 new .ie domain registrations in Louth in 2019, according to the latest edition of the .ie Domain Profile Report published today by IE Domain Registry, the company that manages and maintains Ireland’s country domain. This figure is an increase of 7.11% year on year. The .ie Domain Profile Report examines the makeup...Read More→
Two people test positive for the deadly Coronavirus in England
The first cases of the deadly coronavirus in the UK have been announced as an evacuation flight from Wuhan is due to land.
How $98 trillion of household wealth in America is distributed
If a pie represented the wealth in the United States, nine pieces, or 90% of the pie, would go to the wealthiest 20% in the country.
Cover brief for The Oklahoman's Business section on Jan. 31, 2020
WOODWARD Chemical plant evacuated in gas leak No injuries were reported as part of a hydrogen chloride leak at a chemicals plant that forced an emergency evacuation Thursday afternoon. Erin Hatfield, spokeswoman for the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, said the agency was informed by the City of Woodward/Woodward County Office of Emergency Management that no one had been hurt. Hatfield said local emergency management officials told the agency the leak was caused by a valve malfunction at Deepwater Chemicals. Hatfield said DEQ was informed that the valve released the colorless gas into the plant's stack, prompting an evacuation order issued about 2:35 p.m. The gas, when exposed to
What will happen to healthcare after Brexit?
Travellers are advised to ensure they have adequate travel insurance for the full duration of their trip, both in 2020 and beyond.
Busing fees could double
It could cost parents in the Central Okanagan twice as much to get their student a seat on a school bus.
Two cases of coronavirus confirmed in UK
Two cases of coronavirus were confirmed in the UK on Friday, according to a statement of the chief medical officer Chris Whitty. "The patients are receiving specialist NHS care, and we are using tried-and-tested infection-control procedures to prevent fur...
Two cases of coronavirus confirmed in England
The two patients are members of the same family.
The Explainer: How worried should we be about the coronavirus in Ireland?
On this week’s podcast, our experts fill you in on everything you need to know.
Department of Justice considering extending visa status of Chinese people in Ireland over coronavirus
There has been two confirmed cases of the novel virus in the UK.
India bans export of all kinds of respiratory masks
The move assumes significance as there could be a spurt in demand for personal protection equipments due to coronavirus outbreak.DGFT also bans imports of stock lot papers
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.
No need to panic over coronavirus: DC
Awareness programme to be launched in Udupi district
Britain reports first case of coronavirus infection in two from same family
The two were transferred to a specialist infectious disease unit in Newcastle, northeast England.
Coronavirus outbreak: Indian government begins to evacuate 366 citizens from China's Wuhan
The 423-seater flight is expected to return to Delhi from Wuhan at 2 a.m. on Saturday and another special flight may depart from T3, Delhi on Saturday.
The Hindu Young World quiz on February 4
MaduraiThe 20th edition of the The Hindu Young World Quiz, one of the longest-running school quizzes, will be held in Madurai on February 4 at the Hatsun Auditorium, Tamil Nadu Chamber of Commerce and
Mummies of ancient Egyptian priests found with thousands of afterlife 'servants'
Researchers from Egypt’s antiquities ministry discovered the mummies, which are believed to date back to at least 332 BC
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
McGahon vows to fight for cancer support services in Louth if elected - Talk of the Town
Fine Gael has committed to establishing a fund for local cancer support services. In Co Louth that will help many people who have the misfortune to be diagnosed with cancer if returned to government after next month’s General Election. That’s according to the party’s General Election candidate in this area Cllr John McGahon. He said...Read More→
India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak
India on Friday banned the export of personal protection equipment such as masks and clothing amid a global coronavirus outbreak. It did not give a reason for the ban but it reported its first case of the new coronavirus on Thursday, a woman in Kerala who was a student of Wuhan University in China.
Coronavirus Is Spreading Here: CDC Confirms First Person-to-Person Transmission in America
The transmission happened in Illinois.
Egypt's population nears 100 million, putting pressure on resources and jobs
Sitting in her sister's apartment on a noisy Cairo street, Rania Sayed one day hopes to leave a city that is becoming more congested as Egypt's population ticks up to 100 million, a milestone it will pass next month. Like many others, she wants to move to one of the new satellite settlements
Coronavirus Is Spreading Here: CDC Confirms First Person-to-Person Transmission in America
The transmission happened in Illinois.
Why Is Russia Bringing the S-400 Air Defense System to Its Bases in the Arctic?
And a bunch of other weapons.
Meet the 29-Ton AAV7: The Marines' New Armored Vehicle That Can Swim
Impressive.
What will happen to healthcare after Brexit?
Travellers are advised to ensure they have adequate travel insurance for the full duration of their trip, both in 2020 and beyond.
Digital Nomads: 7 Reasons Why the Future of Work is Remote
Perceptions about the workforce of the future are changing as fast as the technology powering 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!
How the desk job could lead to permanent damage to your health
Alex Wilkins, iHASCO, highlights the hidden hazards in the workplace that could result in permanent damage to your health
Ferry contract awarded to Polish shipbuilder that built Salish-class vessels
B.C. Ferries has awarded Remontowa Shipbuilding of Gdansk, Poland, a $92.3-million contract to build an additional liquefied natural gas-fuelled ferry to be delivered in 2022.The new vessel, which . . .
India on track to meet NDC goals under Paris Agreement: Survey
Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) was launched in 2014 with twin objectives of ensuring 100 per cent scientific solid waste management and making urban India open defecation free (ODF) to achieve total environmental improvement, the Finance Ministry said in a release.
Chinese planes to bring overseas Wuhan citizens back to virus-hit city
China sent two planes to Malaysia and Thailand on Friday to bring "stranded" Hubei province residents back to the virus-stricken city of Wuhan, authorities said.
Indonesian diplomats descend on virus-hit Wuhan to rescue trapped citizens
Faizasyah said the scheme of the evacuations – the schedule of which was still awaiting confirmation from President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo -- would be efficient and effective.
Former Wales rugby star discovers his cancer has spread to his head
Matthew J Watkins, who played for the Scarlets and Gloucester, said his friends and family have kept him going
This week, #StackOverflowKnows the coronavirus’s long tail, sulfuric acid spills and tiny malicious code
The first month of the new year is almost over just in time for everyone to give up on their resolutions. But fear not! Stack Overflow and our coterie of Exchanges have a bevy of delicious questions to strengthen your resolve. Take a gander at the genetics of the coronavirus, the waste products of Apollo 13, and the littlest malicious code.
Uganda to host World Wildlife Day in Kisoro
Uganda will join the rest of the world to celebrate United Nations’ World Wildlife Day on 3rd March 2020 at Ssaza Grounds in Kisoro Municipality, Kisoro District in the Kigezi region. It will be highlighted by the recognition awards for people who have contributed significantly to wildlife conservation in Uganda. On 20th December 2013, the 68th session of the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 3rd March of every year as World Wildlife Day to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora and to raise awareness of the several benefits that conservation provides to humanity. Major events set before and during the world wildlife day will include the annual wildlife marathon starting at Uganda Museum. The marathon will have 5km, 10km, 21km and 42km categories all ending at the Museum. The Chief Guest at the marathon is expected to be Rt. Hon. Jacob Oulanyah, the Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of the Republic of Uganda.
BTE UP odd semester December 2019 result declared, check direct link
BTE UP odd semester result 2019: The candidates can check the result at the official website, bteup.ac.in. The results for the odd semester (1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th) odd semester examination is available at the website now
IIT-Roorkee MBA application process ends today, check selection process
IIT-Roorkee admisssion 2020: The application process will be closed on Friday, January 31, 2020. The candidates can apply at doms.iitm.ac.in
Haj cost for Muassasah pilgrims remains RM9,980, says Mujahid
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The cost for each Muassasah Haj pilgrim to perform the Haj this year will remain at only RM9,980 from the actual cost of RM22,900, Minister in the Prime Minister Department Datuk Seri Mujahid Yusof Rawa. He said the remaining cost of RM12,920 for each of the 31,600...
Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission
BANGKOK, Jan 31 — Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said today, as it raised its total number of cases to 19, the second-highest after China. The first patient to contract the virus inside Thailand is a...
Chief Medical Officer Confirms Wuhan Coronavirus Has Spread to UK
England's chief medical officer has confirmed the Wuhan coronavirus has spread to Britain, with two people from the same family infected.
Hong Jin Young donates 5000 masks in midst of Coronavirus emergency
Hong Jin Young has donated over 5000 masks in midst of the Coronavirus emergency.On January 31, reports revealed the singer had donated the masks to …
Study Reveals Kenyan, Ugandan Men’s Obsession With Breast Milk
A study by a local publication said to have been conducted in Kenya and Uganda has revealed the obsession that men have with breast milk.The study has depicted that men drinking their partner's br
Got slime? Using regenerative biology to restore mucus production
Let's talk about slime.
Japan to enforce special measures for coronavirus from Sat - Govt
TOKYO: Japan said on Friday that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a “designated infectious disease” to Saturday from Feb. 7, as a third chartered flight carrying Japanese citizens arrived from Wuhan.
Demand for face masks, hand sanitisers soars
KUALA LUMPUR: The rising fear among the public over the novel coronavirus (2019-nCov) has caused a high demand for surgical face masks and hand sanitisers over the last few days.
Emergency declared for bushfire-threatened Canberra
SYDNEY: Authorities in Canberra on Friday declared the first state of emergency in almost two decades as a bushfire bore down on the Australian capital.
'We are on high alert' - No confirmed coronavirus cases in SA, says Health Minister Zweli Mkhize
There has been no confirmed case of the coronavirus in South Africa, according to Health Minister Zweli Mkhize.
Stonewall Top 100: British Military Services Fall In 2020 Employer Rankings
All three services have ranked worse in this year's list, compared to 2019.
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...
Delhi Polls 2020: BJP promises clean water, cheap wheat flour, jobs in its manifesto
Manoj Tiwari said that if BJP forms the next government in Delhi then people will get clean water in their taps and the dependency on water tankers will become zero.
Chinese envoy to UN: Confirmed coronavirus cases in China at 9,809 with 213 deaths
The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in China stands at 9.809 with a death toll of 213, China's Permanent Representative to the UN, Zhang J
Pakistan halts flights to and from China as death toll from coronavirus rises
"We are suspending flights to China until February 2," says additional secretary of aviation.
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.
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.
Q&A: The plant-based battle is in your supply chain
For the food industry, whether it's seafood, meat or produce, plant-based alternatives are offering a unique challenge for supply chains to operate in a complex market. Joe Scioscia looks at the issues.
Two cases of Coronavirus confirmed in UK
Here are the symptoms you need to be aware of
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.
Parliament approves additional UGX 164b for health sector
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved an additional budget of 164.05 billion shillings to the health sector in the financial year 2020/2021. This followed the adoption of the Budget Committee report on the National Budget Framework Paper in which Members of Parliament recommended additional funds for different activities under the health sector. The …
Parliament asks gov’t to avail UGX 10.3b for UNESCO conference, Dubai expo
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has directed government to avail additional funding of 10.3 billion shillings to the Tourism Sector to among others enable the hosting of the 45th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee Conference. This followed the adopted of the Budget Committee report on the financial year 2020/2021 budget framework paper …
Government welcomes Fonterra’s boiler move
A move by Fonterra to end its use of coal at its Te Awamutu site and use wood pellets to fuel its boiler illustrates how industry can play a major role in decarbonising the economy, says Energy and Resources Minister Megan Woods.
Greater support for people in mental health crisis
30 January 2020
El Al Suspends Flights to China Due to Coronavirus Outbreak
The Israeli national airline follows British Airways, United, American, Air Asia, Finnair, Air India and Lufthansa in cancelling flights due to the epidemic • Flights to Beijing to resume on March 25.
Council to set aside million for survivors of child abuse
£2million has been set aside to support those who suffered historical abuse.
First two cases of deadly coronavirus confirmed in UK
Both patients are currently "receiving specialist NHS care" after they tested positive for the virus.
Tun M: We Are Going To Use English In The Teaching Of Science And Mathematics
"We must promote the mastery of English in our education system," the acting Education Minister said while speaking during a special meeting with the Ministry of Education on Thursday.
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
Chinese tourists cancel trips to Canadian hotspots such as Banff, Yellowknife
Tour companies and hotels in destinations popular with Chinese tourists are starting to see cancellations after a new form of virus that has led to mass qua
Brexit a 'step backwards' and Canada's coronavirus plans; In The News for Jan. 31
In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Ja
The politics of construction: on violating building bylaws and land use rules
Why are brazen violations of building bylaws and land use rules still allowed, asks Nidhi Adlakha
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
First two coronavirus cases in the UK confirmed by health officials
The Department of Health declined to say where in England the two coronavirus patients were from
Indigenous kids visit Joondalup for day of fun
ABOUT 25 children from the Aboriginal Middle Years Hip Hop (Beat Walkers) Program arrived in Joondalup yesterday to take part in various activities.
Sorry Bernie and AOC: 'Free' Healthcare Isn't Free
Everything is a trade-off. Is it worth it?
Mayor Pete’s South Bend Awarded No Major Contracts to Black-Owned Firms for Three Years
DES MOINES, Iowa—Of the many pledges that Pete Buttigieg has made in his as-yet unfruitful quest to earn the support of black voters, his guarantee that a quarter out of every federal contracting dollar will be awarded to minority- and women-owned businesses is one of his most ambitious. “Look at what
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.
Sorry Bernie and AOC: 'Free' Healthcare Isn't Free
Everything is a trade-off. Is it worth it?
Two members of the same family test positive for coronavirus in England
The Chief Medical Officer said the UK is prepared, and used to managing infections.
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.
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.
Student paramedics to receive yearly £5,000 payment support
For the first time under NHS funding, student paramedics will receive £5,000 a year to support them whilst they are at university
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.
Hanoians take action against Wuhan pneumonia - VnExpress International
Families across Hanoi are sending their children to the countryside, disinfecting their homes, and cancelling holidays to counter the coronavirus threat.
Two cases of coronavirus confirmed in the UK
Two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the UK, Public Health England has said.Professor...
WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213
The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death toll had climbed to 213 with nearly 10,000 infections.
Two patients in England test positive for coronavirus
The cases were confirmed by Public Health England on Friday morning
Coronavirus confirmed in UK as patients tested positive
Two patients - members of the same family - have tested positive for the illness
PAL suspends charter flights to China
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has started suspending charter flights between Kalibo and parts of China but will maintain its scheduled flights between Manila and Beijing, Pudong Shanghai, Guangzhou, Jinjiang, Xiamen, Hong Kong, and Macau.
China has confidence and capability to win the war against coronavirus: foreign ministry
China has confidence and capability to win the war against the new coronavirus, said the country’s foreign ministry spokeswoman in responding to the World Health Organization (WHO)’s decision to declare the virus outbreak in China as a global emergency.
Lassa fever deaths in Nigeria rise to 41
The death toll from Lassa fever in Nigeria since the beginning of January has risen to 41 as cases were confirmed in more regions, Nigeria's disease control agency said.
US issues 'Do Not Travel' advisory to China over Coronavirus
The State Department's advisory also suggested Americans in China to departing using commercial means
Coronavirus: 58 Telugu techies stranded in Wuhan want to return home
The parents of youths are asking the state and the Centre to bring their wards back home at earliest
State of emergency declared as bushfire threatens Australian capital
Australian officials declared a state of emergency for the capital city of Canberra and surrounding regions on Friday, as soaring temperatures and strong winds threatened to propel a large bushfire beyond the control of firefighters.
Two members of the same family test positive for coronavirus in England
Two members of the same family have tested positive for coronavirus in England.
Mater Private report reveals need to boost wellbeing in workplace
Promoting good diet and exercise habits in the workplace can go a long way to boosting well-being among Irish adults, according to a new report conducted by Mater Private.
Cold? What cold? Odd January ends with no frigid days, little snow
It never got colder than 13 degrees in Dayton this January, marking the first time in 14 years that a January here had no days with single-digit or below-zero temperatures.
Gwyneth Paltrow’s wellness products condemned by NHS chief
Simon Stevens says people are wasting money and taking risks because of misleading claims
Coronavirus: Two people test positive in England
First cases of the virus in the UK announced as evacuation flight from Wuhan due to land
The UK has confirmed its first 2 cases of Wuhan coronavirus
Two people in the UK have been infected with the Wuhan coronavirus, medical authorities said Friday, the first cases of the virus in the country.
Plane leaves China virus epicenter with 110 Britons and foreigners aboard
BEIJING (Reuters) - A plane carrying 83 British and 27 foreign nationals flew out on Friday from China’s central city of Wuhan, the center of a virus epidemic that has killed more than 200 people and infected more than 9,000, the British government said.
Hawaii confirms ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The state has confirmed a ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 in an adult on Kauai.
Hawaii confirms ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The state has confirmed a ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 in an adult on Kauai.
Hawaii bills would ban more sunscreens in the isles | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Hawaii legislators today announced the introduction of bills that restrict the sale of sunscreens with anything other than those deemed safe for the coral reef as well as human health in the state.
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.
Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures
It will also block hashtags on Instagram that peddle false information.
US issues travel advisory for China
WASHINGTON: The United States told its citizens on Thursday night “do not travel” to China, raising its advisory status to the highest level of alert because of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) epidemic.
Here's Australia's Hotlines For Coronavirus Advice
The World Health Organisation has declared coronavirus a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). In Australia, only nine cases have been confirmed and there's been no evidence of human-to-human transmission. If you're concerned you might be affected by the virus, however, a number of hotlines have...
US warns against China travel, as virus death toll hits 213
The United States told its citizens to avoid China after the World Health Organization declared a global coronavirus emergency, as the Chinese death toll rose Friday to 213 and total infections surpassed the SARS epidemic of two decades ago.
The Coronavirus outbreak is a product of China’s food safety, healthcare and politics
You’re not supposed to kick someone who is already down. Under the current dire circumstances, however, mainland Chinese authorities, who have been left so helplessly supine by a lethal new coronavirus tearing its way through their country, nevertheless deserve a swift, hard kick in the haunches. Nearly two decades after SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome), […]
Dunbar Cave State Park honored as top park in 2019
The state's Department of Environment and Conservation has announced that Dunbar Cave State Park has been selected as the 2019 Tennessee State Park of the Year.
Officials to use new method to corral Asian carp in Kentucky
Federal and state officials will use an experimental fishing method next month at Kentucky Lake in an attempt to reduce the infestation of Asian carp.
WHO declares coronavirus outbreak global health emergency
The World Health Organization announced on Thursday that it was declaring the deadly coronavirus outbreak to be a global health emergency.
Arya Vidyapeeth College Recruitment for Assistant Professor
Subject-wise vacancies: 1. English: 01 posts (Roster point No. 103), Un-reserved2. Statistics: 01 posts (Roster point NO. 50), Reserved for ST(H)
'Saaf Bath' initiative to set up portable public toilets catering especially to women
During the first phase of the project by February 2020, portable public toilets will be set up in Lahore and Karachi.
The global spread of the coronavirus — where is it?
The World Health Organisation has declared an international emergency over the outbreak.
5 things to know about Trump’s Medicaid block grant plan
The Trump administration unveiled a plan Thursday that would dramatically revamp Medicaid by allowing states to opt out of part of the current federal funding program and instead seek a fixed payment each year in exchange for gaining unprecedented flexibility over the program.
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.
Preeminent hospitals penalized over rates of patients’ injuries
Hundreds of hospitals across the nation, including a number with sterling reputations for cutting-edge care, will be paid less by Medicare after the federal government pronounced that they had higher rates of infections and patient injuries than others.
Choice of anesthesia may change metastatic process of breast cancer
A new study led by Stony Brook University Cancer Center researchers to be published in Nature Communications suggests that the choice of anesthesia may change the metastatic process of breast cancer by affecting the cytokine and microenvironment.
Mongolia bans Chinese, foreigners arriving from China
Mongolia said Friday it will ban Chinese nationals and foreigners coming from China by plane, train or road to prevent the spread of a deadly virus.
Thai taxi driver is kingdom's first human-to-human transmission of virus
A Thai taxi driver has been diagnosed with the coronavirus, health officials said Friday, in the kingdom's first case of human-to-human transmission of the deadly sickness which has sparked a global health alert.
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…
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.
Minister tours TVET schools to know the state of facilities
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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
Makerere Law school applies to NCHE for college status
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Makerere University Law School is seeking approval for a University College status. The School has enjoyed autonomy since the 2012 restructuring of Makerere University from a Faculty-Based Model to a Collegiate Model. It has been the only semi-autonomous school in Makerere University amongst other Colleges. And as such, the School …
Photos of the day: January 31, 2020
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Funding boost for mental health and addictions facilities
Friday 31 January, 2019
Sweating Robot Beats the Heat
By leaking water, a soft robotic gripper cools itself more efficiently than humans do
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.
New Study Finds 61 Percent of Americans Believe Anti-Semitic Stereotype
According to the survey, the most prevalent stereotypes are “Jews stick together more than most Americans” (44 percent), “Jews like to be at the head of things” (25 percent) and “Jews are more loyal to Israel than to America” (24 percent).
Full-time janitors set to go at seven schools in Lanarkshire
Already, 22 of the 29 smallest schools in the region are forced to rely on a part-time janitor.
Coronavirus reaches England as two members of same family test positive
Two members of the same family have tested positive for coronavirus in England.
Why Texans Don’t Want Any More Californians
Migrants from the Golden State could change the character of their new homes.
Tipperary hospital on worst overcrowded list for January
South Tipperary General Hospital in Clonmel was one of Ireland's most overcrowded hospitals this January. 12,024 admitted patients went without beds in Ireland’s hospitals this January, ac...
Roscrea ‘early years’ workers to join protest
Early Years Professionals at Little Learners community childcare service and First Steps Roscrea are supporting protest on February 5 organised by SIPTU
Opposition criticises govt for not repatriating Pakistanis from coronavirus-hit China
Opposition demands that a special plane be sent to evacuate stranded Pakistanis
Pakistani student placed in isolation after returning from virus-hit Wuhan
Student to stay in hospital for 14 days, fluid sample sent to Islamabad for tests
Chinese planes to bring overseas Wuhan citizens back to virus-hit city
Beijing - China sent two planes to Malaysia and Thailand on Friday to bring "stranded" Hubei province residents back to the virus-stricken city of Wuhan, authorities said.
Terrifying 'bone-crushing' reptile related to modern crocodiles that feasted on dinosaur carcasses 230 million years ago is unearthed in Brazil
Named Dynamosuchus collisensis the creature found in Brazil had a long snout and tail, huge jaws and large, blade like teeth adapted to eating meat - although it was likely a scavenger.
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.
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.
Motorists, are you Brexit-ready to drive abroad? Here's six things you need to consider after 31 January
From validity of UK licences to green cards and preparing for overseas low emission zones, here's everything drivers need to know for life after 31 January.
These special coats empower the homeless to turn their lives around
In 8 years, the Empowerment Plan nonprofit has distributed 35,000 coats to the homeless and hired 80 people.
Indian-origin Arvind Krishna Replaces Virginia Rometty As New IBM CEO
Indian-origin Arvind Krishna has been elected as the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IBM, the American IT giant, succeeding Virginia Rometty on Jan 30.
Stubble burning, construction waste still a major concern: Economic Survey
About 178 million tonnes of surplus crop residues are available in the country. Burning of these residues leads to rise in pollutant levels and deterioration of air quality
Coronavirus outbreak leads to Taipei Game Show cancellation
Taiwan’s annual Taipei Game Show has been cancelled due to the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus. The highly publicised virus, which began in Wuhan, China, has begun spreading throughout the world. With the virus currently claiming 213 lives, with many more infected, many companies and events are closing down to limit infection. Originally, the official …
The True Number Of Coronavirus Victims Is Far Larger Than You Are Being Told
It is becoming exceedingly clear that the number of confirmed cases is also much lower than it should be
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.
After 213 deaths, WHO declares Coronavirus a global health emergency
WHO has declared novel coronavirus (nCoV) a public health emergency, following the record of 213 deaths and over 7,000 confirmed cases.
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
Nonprofit Receives Grant to Help Prevent Local Oil Production
Santa Barbara County faces a tripling of onshore oil production. Three oil companies are proposing to drill and operate over 700 new wells in Cat Canyon Oil Field, posing dangerous threats to clean air, clean water, public safety, and our climate. What’s more, these oil companies are not proposing conventional oil drilling, which is risky enough, but rather they are seeking permits for extreme, enhanced oil extraction processes known as cyclic steam injection and steam flooding, which are far riskier and more energy intensive than traditional drilling. The Environmental Defense Center (EDC) has just received $10,000 in grant funding from the Fund for Santa Barbara to help confront this major threat.
IGNOU December term-end TEE results declared, check direct link
IGNOU December exam TEE results 2019: The results are available at the website- ignou.ac.in. The written examinations were conducted from December 1 to 31, 2019
Google sets up SOS alert for Coronavirus: Here’s what it means
Google has also launched an SOS alert for the Coronavirus, which will make it easier to people to get official information on the topic.
These engineers left their jobs to develop a sex education curriculum
'That mate' talks about topics not taught in school from puberty, sexual, mental and emotional health to financial literacy. The start-up has tie-up with over 100 schools and already provides content in form of comics, games etc. They are now moving towards a mobile-based app and a chat-bot.
Health minister: Registration of students from Wuhan suspended temporarily
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The Education Ministry (MoE) is temporarily suspending the registration of students from the city of Wuhan in China’s Hubei province at all Malaysian education institutions due to the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad...
Coronavirus: Countries evacuate citizens from China
HONG KONG, Jan 31 — Thousands of foreigners were among millions of people confined in the central Chinese city of Wuhan when Beijing announced plans to stem the spread of a SARS-like virus that has now claimed 213 lives nationwide. Today, China’s National Health Commission said nearly 10,000...
Scientists Created A Cyborg Jellyfish That Can Swim 3 Times Faster
Who exactly was after a cyborg jellyfish? Turns out there's some serious interest in making the sea's finest invertebrates into sleek pulsing speed machines....
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....
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
China ADMITS it was too slow to react to coronavirus outbreak which has killed at least 213 people - amid claims that officials are hiding a higher death toll by cremating bodies
The secretary of the ruling Communist party in Wuhan said the virus's impact on the world 'would have been less' if measures had been taken sooner.
Flight into the danger zone: China sends planes to bring ‘stranded’ overseas residents back home to Wuhan… but who would be brave enough to board?
There are 117 nationals from Wuhan in Bangkok, Thailand, and a further 100 in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, who are understood to be desperate to get back to the coronavirus-stricken city 'as soon as possible'.
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.
Update on ICAO’s efforts in the international Coronavirus response
MONTREAL – ICAO is continuing to assist in the coordination of the international response to the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak through the ICAO Collaborative Arrangement for the Prevention and Management of Public Health Events in Civil Aviation, or ‘CAPSCA’ network of governments and international organizations. ICAO is also directly transmitting Electronic Bulletins on the Coronavirus to its Member States, and these are also made available for public view on the CAPSCA website. With the World Health Organization (WHO) now classifying the Coronavirus
2020 Portrait of American International Travelers Survey shows no sign of travel slow down
KANSAS CITY, MO – The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) and travel-focused, integrated marketing agency MMGY Global, have partnered to conduct the 2020 Portrait of the American International Traveler Survey ,which captures the underlying motivations and future intentions that influence travelers’ behavior. According to the survey, the outlook for 2020 is promising with American international travelers intending to take 2.2 international vacations in the next 12 months, and most notably, 37% wanting to travel more this year than last. The
The Novel Coronavirus Outbreak, What Global Travelers Need to Know
With news of the new coronavirus (2019-nCoV) currently dominating media cycles, many questions have been raised about travel-focused guidance and general safety precautions. The situation related to this outbreak (originating in Hubei province, China) has evolved rapidly – and remains highly fluid – but there are some basic facts that any traveler would do well to know. Symptoms and treatment The novel coronavirus is in a family of coronaviruses that commonly cause fever and symptoms of the upper respiratory system. 2019-nCoV is
Making a self-reflection in the past 10 years - are you on your trajectory?
The other day a fellow professor and I were philosophising on a number of issues; some very important, and others, not so significant.
'I suffer through it': how US workers cope without paid sick leave
The US is one of just a few high-income countries globally that do not guarantee sick leave, forcing many to work when they are not medically fit to do so
Narrabri farmers feel 'sold out' by federal-NSW energy deal that boosts gas supply
NSW environment minister insists government will not ‘cut corners’ in assessing Santos’s controversial coal-seam gas project at Narrabri
End-of-life care is vital. Why is it so neglected?
Britain’s palliative care services depend for funding on the charity of the public – that is a national travesty, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones
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
Many initiates continue to die and only a few are held accountable
Icamagu Institute national chairperson Onke Cetywayo said that while a few arrests were made, this was not “reflective of ...
How outbreak of coronavirus will affect passengers traveling on MSC Orchestra from Durban
The MSC Orchestra has been operating out of Durban waters since the cruise season began in December which runs until the last departure on April 18
Indonesia crocodile stuck in a tyre for years, now authorities offer a reward for removing it
'A reward will be given to anyone, who can release the hapless reptile,' Central Sulawesi BKSDA chief Hasmuni Hasmar stated in Palu City, Central Sulawesi Province.
Other countries should avoid 'overreaction' over coronavirus, says China
As the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency, China has said all countries should behave in a 'responsible' manner and avoid overreaction that may result in more negative spillover effects.
Beyond Brexit: Fishing, farming and science set for biggest shake-up in 70 years
It was hard to find a more pro-remain sector of the UK economy than Britain's scientific research sector. Science is, and always has been an international enterprise dependent on the free movement of people and just as importantly research funds. And most of the money, and people, come from the EU. The government's announcement this week for a fast-track visa system for "top talent" in research has allayed some of the scientists' fears.
US advises against travel to China; virus declared emergency
Meanwhile, China’s foreign ministry said it will send charter flights to bring home residents of Hubei from overseas.
Madras University UG, PG result declared: Steps to check marks
University of Madras result: The exams were conducted in November 2019. For many students server is unavailable due to heavy load. Candidates are requested to wait in order to check their result.
TANCET 2020 application deadline extended, check how to apply for master’s level entrance exam
TANCET 2020: The exams will be conducted as per schedule - on February 29 for MCA and MBA and on March 1 for ME, MTech, M.Arch, and M.Plan admissions.
AIIMS Nursing Officer admit card 2020 released, download now
AIIMS Nursing officer admit card 2020: The candidates can download the admit card through the official website - aiimsexams.org. The hall ticket is available to download for Bhopal, Jodhpur, Patna and Raipur
Coronavirus a public health emergency; what does WHO declaration mean?
India has reported its first case of coronavirus infection on Thursday when a student of Wuhan University tested positive for the virus after she returned to the country. The WHO has declared it as a global emergency. But what does that mean?
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.
Full text: President Ram Nath Kovind’s address to joint sitting of Parliament
"The Citizenship Amendment Act is a historic law. It has fulfilled wishes of our founding fathers including Mahatma Gandhi," President ram Nath Kovind said.
Pujabi NRIs: Chinese facing backlash abroad due to coronavirus scare
Punjabis settled abroad say the Chinese are facing a tough time because people often assume they have just returned from their home country and hence interactions with them could be a risk.
Interior of Akufo-Addo’s ambulances can even resurrect a dying patient – NDC’s Allotey Jacobs
“The interior of the state of the art ambulances recently commissioned and distributed by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo can give life back to a dying patient”, these were the exact words of Former Central Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Bernard Allotey Jacobs. He said the procurement and importation of the ambulances into the country is not only gratifying but will go a long way to save lives as well improve healthcare delivery in the country. Speaking on a local radio station monitored by MyNewsGh.com, the Educated Fisherman as he prefers to be called praised successive governments for also importing ambulances but admitted that those of the current President tops them all. “We all should face facts if you look at the inside and see the equipment and colour design it looks very attractive. If you are at the point of death, the colours in the ambulance can give you the vim to survive. The inside is great”, he observed. “All those ambulances that were brought into the country…
Vegan meals and old tuxedos: Hollywood red carpets go green
LOS ANGELES, Jan 31 — From glitzy all-vegan galas to recycled red carpet outfits, Hollywood has stepped up efforts to reduce its carbon footprint this awards season, which will soon wrap up with the Oscars. But while some scientists have welcomed A-listers’ renewed zeal on climate change,...
Coronavirus: Amazon, Microsoft Employ Thousands of China-Born Employees
The huge population of China-born professionals in the United State is prompting many companies to ask them not to travel to China.
An Intense Heat Wave Has Fire Danger Rising Again In Australia
Australia just can’t seem to catch a break. The Bureau of Meteorology issued a severe weather update Thursday noting that the current heat wave that began on the northwestern part of the continent earlier this week is making its way southeast, toward the region where the bushfires continue to burn....
Plague Big Opportunity, Rat Says
U.S. Commerce Department ghoul Wilbur Ross gloated about his belief the ongoing coronavirus outbreak in China is good for JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! in an appearance on Fox Business on Thursday morning, even as the confirmed number of cases and deaths keep rising and experts worry of sustained global spread....
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."
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 ...
Zoo improvements should benefit all animals
Zoo improvements should benefit all animals and include a wide range of "enrichment" techniques, researchers say.
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 ...
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 ...
The wild ride that was January in Ballarat, and there's more to come
Scorching temperatures, violent storms, wind, dust and even a few decent days have cobbled together to create one of the more inconsistent months you are ever likely to see in this part of the world.
Cash-strapped Triphin will enrol at Wits University, thanks to Mukuru
By Nonkululeko Njilo | Sowetan | South Africans have rolled up their sleeves and hatched a plan to send a cash-strapped matriculant with seven distinctions to university — just two days after her heartfelt plea for help. Triphin Mudzvengi has touched hearts across the nation after revealing that she was accepted at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). But due to her family's financial constraints she was unable to enrol, reported GroundUp on Tuesday. She had tried to obtain scholarships and bursaries but did not qualify because, having arrived in the country with her parents from Zimbabwe in 2010, she was a foreign national. This also excluded her from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme.
Universities seek new markets after triple-blow
The UK's highly competitive visas for foreign students, along with the bushfires and coronavirus, threaten Australia's $38 billion higher education market.
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).
Warning to public following ‘sewage-related’ incident in popular Fife park
Visitors to a popular public park in Fife have been urged to avoid contact with the water amid fears of a sewage spill.
Dundee mental health support scheme hailed as national success story
The success of a new approach to supporting mental health issues in Dundee has been hailed as a national success.
Dundee stop in 600-mile mental health road trip
Two mental health campaigners are visiting Dundee as part of a 600-mile trip around Scotland in a bid to get people talking.
Council leader dismisses quality of life table putting Dundee 29th out of 32 Scottish districts
New figures ranking Scottish local authority areas based on quality of life have been dismissed as “not necessarily robust”.
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.
Scottish Natural Heritage launches bid to block beavers from damming Meigle Burn
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is attempting to beat Perthshire beavers at their own game by installing a "water-gate" in the Meigle Burn.
Travellers make last-gasp bid to stay put at North Esk Park during crunch site visit
Travellers made a last-gasp plea to stay in an unauthorised Mearns encampment during a crunch visit to decide its fate.
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.
US advises against travel to China; virus declared emergency
US State Department advises against all travel to China on Friday
Orkney named best place to live in Scotland for eighth consecutive year
Orkney is the only Scottish area to feature in a list of the UK’s best places to live – taking the top spot in Scotland for the eighth year in a row.
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.
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: WHO declares global health emergency
Despite the urgency, the medical expert wants business as usual for commerce and travel
Quiz on words
On this day in 1884, the first Volume (A to Ant) of the definitive Oxford English Dictionary was published. The perfect time therefore for a quiz on words
WHO Declares Coronavirus Outbreak a Global Health Emergency
The declaration was made because of the risk the virus poses to countries outside China, where limited person-to-person spread has occurred
Anambra records Lassa Fever case - Premium Times Nigeria
Anambra State has recorded what appears to be its first Lassa Fever patient in the latest nationwide outbreak...................
The ‘Night of Solidarity’: The army of volunteers who count Paris’s homeless
Every year, some 2,000 volunteers and state workers spend the night walking the streets of Paris to make a survey of the number of people sleeping rough in the French capital. For those who give up t…
The French fishermen who could sink Britain's post-Brexit ambitions
BOULOGNE-SUR-MER, France (Reuters) - For the British government, a successful Brexit means re-asserting economic sovereignty and landing a trade deal with Europe. Trawler captain Stephane Fait and his fellow French fisherman could sink that plan.
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 […]
Around 400 Indians to be evacuated from Wuhan: Air India CMD Ashwani Lohani
The flight will include all necessary resources like masks, medical equipment, packed food, prescribed medicines, along with a team of five doctors from the Health Ministry, and paramedical personnel from Air India
Overweight cat Sox bids for place in pet slimming contest
The PDSA Pet Fit Club sees 20 animals selected to take part in a six-month diet and exercise programme.
'It may become uncontrollable': State of emergency in Canberra as bushfires close in
Authorities also warned of so-called ember attacks, where winds blow glowing ash ahead of the fire front.
Coronavirus: African airlines suspend flights to China
Health authorities in Ivory Coast are investigating a suspected case of Wuhan coronavirus in a female student who arrived from China
Kerala Coronavirus patient shifted to Thrissur Medical College
The medical college student from Wuhan University was shifted to an isolation ward set up in the Medical College Hospital in the early hours on Friday
Medical camps in Nagoba jatara reveal a worrying trend in tribal health
Unbridled usage of pain killers by the aboriginal people is leading to kidney damage and other ailments, say doctors
Health risk to Scotland remains 'low' as first two UK cases of coronavirus are confirmed
The number of patients being tested for suspected cases of the deadly disease in Scotland has remained at 16 in the last 24 hours.
Commentary: Jiayou! A community in crisis but Wuhan residents fight back with calls for solidarity
Quarantined residents at the epicentre of the Wuhan coronavirus epidemic are rallying together even though they have had to be isolated to prevent ...
Malaysia to send 18 million medical gloves to Wuhan for healthcare workers amid coronavirus outbreak
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government will be sending 18 million pieces of medical gloves to healthcare workers in Wuhan amid an escalating ...
Evacuations from Wuhan: What are the risks?
Countries are scrambling to airlift their citizens from the Chinese city of Wuhan as it struggles to get to grips with the spread of a SARS-like ...
Dust, heat and fire emergencies – but no relief in sight for weary Victorians
Victorians have endured a scorching day, with bushfires, dust storms and poor air across the state – and the weather bureau warns there is more to come.
Level 3 water restrictions introduced for Hastings
Level 3 water use restrictions are being introduced in Hastings today, meaning a sprinkler ban is now in force with only hand held watering still permitted.
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.
US bars China travellers
The United States on Friday declared a public health emergency and announced significant entry restrictions because of a new virus that hit China and has spread to other nations.
Two women find success after New Year’s resolutions, encourage others to keep moving
Two women who started New Year’s resolutions in 2019 have reached their goals and are continuing their journey to live a healthier lifestyle. Now, they are sharing their stories in hopes of motivating others to not give up on 2020 resolutions.
‘Saaf Bath’ initiative to set up portable public toilets for women
In response to the abysmal state of public toilets in the country, the Salman Sufi Foundation (SSF) – a progressive gender equality initiative – has launched a new project aimed at benefiting pe
Senegal's main airport undertaking coronavirus screening
A move occasioned by growing concerns over the spread of the deadly coronavirus to Africa. Airports across the continent are screening passengers especially those coming from the region of origin.
UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
LONDON - The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning
Two-day cultural extravaganza ‘Namma Madurai’ begins today
Focus of the event will be on cleaning and protecting the Vaigai
Thanjavur-Tiruvarur electrified stretch inspected
K.A. Manoharan, Commissioner of Railway Safety, Southern Circle, Bengaluru, inspected the electrified Thanjavur – Tiruvarur broad gauge section on Friday. He commenced the inspection from Thanjavur tr
Condition of coronavirus patient stable: Minister
Medical board formed; isolation wards in all private hospitals
Coronovirus: N95 masks in short supply in Bengaluru
Karnataka seeks 6,000 more personal protection kits from Centre
CEE begins KEAM admission process
Applications for various degree courses can be submitted till Feb. 25
What you need to know if you live and work in Spain, France or other EU country after Brexit
Living and working in the EU depends on the rules of the individual country
Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus
Conspiracy theorists and internet vaccine skeptics are making false claims that a bleach solution called "miracle mineral solution" cures coronavirus.
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.
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.
State of emergency declared as bushfire threatens Australian capital
Australian officials declared a state of emergency for the capital city of Canberra and surrounding regions on Friday, as soaring temperatures and ...
Thailand novel coronavirus case count now 19, 1st locally acquired case
By NewsDesk @infectiousdiseasenews Thailand health officials reported (computer translated) five additional novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) cases– four in Chinese nationals and one in a Thai national. This brings the total to 19 cases in the Kingdom. The Thai patient is a taxi driver with no history of traveling to China, making this the first locally acquired case …
Pakistan suspends direct flights to and from China over virus fears
According to sources, direct flights to and from China will remain suspended till February 2.
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 […]
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.
Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures
It will also block hashtags on Instagram that peddle false information.
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.
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...
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...
A gigantic undertaking
PEOPLE concede that addressing the many needs, including employment and medical, of residents affected by the eruption of Taal Volcano in Batangas is, without doubt, a gigantic undertaking.
Coronavirus hits UK as first two cases confirmed
The first two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the UK and the pair, who are from the same family, are receiving specialist treatment.
Most Read articles – Intel process, Quantum annealing, Magnetic components
Let’s look once again at the five most read articles on ElectronicsWeekly.com that were written in the last week, via the stats of Google Analytics. See what your peers have been reading this last seven days.
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
Two day seminar on science and technology in Tamil Epigraphy
The aim of the seminar is to share information about an ongoing project to look at information and messages on science and technology available in Tamil inscriptions
Doctors start terrace garden at trauma centre
It aims at promoting ‘grow your own food’ concept and works as a stress buster for doctors
Plastic use to be banned soon in Nirmal district
District Collector suggests meaningful interactions between technology students and farmers to develop agriculture
Delhi Assembly elections | 10,000 ‘green buses’, 200 new schools promised in BJP manifesto
The party also resolved to “allow” the continuance of the flagship power and water subsidies implemented by the Aam Aadmi Party government.
What are the symptoms of coronavirus?
The flu-like virus originated in Wuhan, China, and has spread to nearly 20 countries, including the UK
Coronavirus UK: Urgent search for people in contact with Newcastle patients
Britain's first coronavirus patients are two members of the same family, who tested positive for the SARS-like bug in England and are being treated in hospital in Newcastle
Men are spending thousands on 'limb-lengthening surgery' to add inches to their height
EXCLUSIVE: Speaking to the Mirror Online, Dr Kevin Debiparshad, a consultant at the LimbplastX Institute, explained why many men are turning to limb-lengthening surgery
Bad weather leaves 602 towns and villages in Ukraine without power
Regional energy distribution companies have deployed their repair teams to eliminate the aftermath of the blackouts.
Applications open for An Táin Arts Centre's Emerging Visual Artist Residency - Talk of the Town
Applications are now open for the Emerging Visual Artist Residency Award at An Táin Arts Centre from July 1st to September 30th. An Táin Arts Centre’s Emerging Visual Artist Residency programme is open to recent graduates and artists at the start of their career looking to establish a collaborative practice in a community setting. The...Read More→
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.
Army, ITBP Set up Coronavirus Quarantine in Delhi For 300 Students Returning From China
The students, as well as other passengers, will be thoroughly screened upon their arrival at the Indira Gandhi International airport in Delhi by a joint team of the Airport Health Authority (AHO) and Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS).
Newcastle hospital treating coronavirus pair urges patients to attend as normal
The two patients taken unwell are being treated at the Royal Victoria Infirmary.
TRAVEL WARNING: US State Department issues 'do not travel' warning to China as coronavirus spreads
The U.S. State Department has issued a "do not travel" warning to China as concerns grow over the coronavirus.
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…
Greta Thunberg puts Africa’s climate activists in media spotlight
After a racism debate in Davos on the invisibility of African climate activists, Greta Thunberg held a press conference Friday with fellow eco-warriors from Kenya, Uganda and South Africa to stress the importance of their voices.
Coronavirus: FG will not stop Nigerians from travelling to China – Mohammed
The Federal Government will not stop Nigerians from travelling to China or any other country where coronavirus has manifested.
'Substantial' votes hinge on key policy issues - poll
Party policies on pay, healthcare, housing, childcare and flexible working hours are likely to sway the votes of "substantial majorities" of the State's 300,000 employees in next week's election, according to a poll funded by the largest public service union Fórsa.
Closing borders could allow China virus to spread faster: WHO
The UN health agency on Thursday declared the outbreak a global health emergency, but said it was not recommending any international trade or travel restrictions and urged the numerous countries already taking such measures to reconsider.Several countries have halted cross-border traffic from China or banned entry from travellers from Wuhan.
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
US' China travel ban an 'overreaction' to WHO declaration
The US warning against traveling to China due to the novel coronavirus spread is an overreaction, which would greatly hurt global tourism and hinder people-to-people exchanges, Chinese experts say.
Saline solution kills China coronavirus? Experts refute online rumour
Multiple posts on Weibo, Twitter and Facebook shared in January 2020 claim that a top Chinese respiratory expert has told people to rinse their mouths with salt water solution to prevent infection from a new virus outbreak.
DAR exceeds 2019 targets in training, supporting farmer beneficiaries
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) trained 467,890 agrarian reform beneficiaries last year, greatly exceeding its targets for the enhancement of their human, financial, and physical capital.
Base access changes affect thousands locally, millions nationally
— Department of Defense changes mean that identification cards for dependents of some civilian employees — cards that provide access to military installations — are no longer renewed on expiration.
Cloudy with a Chance of Podcast: Climate Matters
— This week on Cloudy with a Chance of Podcast, Storm Center 7 Chief Meteorologist McCall Vrydaghs and Meteorologist Kirstie Zontini sat down with a climatologist to talk about our changing climate.
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 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.
Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus
As new cases of the Wuhan coronavirus are reported across the globe, online bootleggers are cashing in on another opportunity to sell a dangerous bleach cocktail that they claim can cure malaria, cancer, the flu, and even autism. Now proponents are claiming the chlorine dioxide treatment can also cure or protect against the coronavirus.
China says U.S. move to raise travel warning is inappropriate
BEIJING (Reuters) - The United States’ decision to raise its warning level for travel to China is not in line with the facts and is inappropriate, a spokeswoman at the Chinese foreign ministry, Hua Chunying, said on Friday on the ministry’s website.
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.
Swedish health authority says woman is confirmed to have coronavirus
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Sweden’s Public Health Agency said on Friday that a woman had tested positive for coronavirus and was being kept isolated at a hospital in southern Sweden.
India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India on Friday banned the export of personal protection equipment such as masks and clothing amid a global coronavirus outbreak.
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.
What are the obstacles to Bayer settling Roundup lawsuits?
(Reuters) - Bayer AG (BAYGn.DE) is in mediation to potentially settle thousands of U.S. lawsuits claiming that the company’s Roundup weed killer causes cancer, but some legal experts said the cases raises novel questions that may prevent an easy settlement.
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.
CDC: Flu deaths reach 10K this season
The CDC estimates that so far this flu season there have been at least 19 million flu illnesses and 180,000 hospitalizations.
Telescope reveals details of sun’s turbulent surface
Further observations will help scientists understand and predict solar activity that can disrupt satellite communications and affect power grids.
Circadian health and wellness sabbaticals are set to be big trends in 2020
Get ready for energy healing and wellness music.
Symptoms of coronavirus and how to protect yourself from getting sick
Including advice from the NHS and World Health Organisation.
Design shows in China including Design Shanghai and Festival of Design postponed due to coronavirus outbreak
The organisers of Design Shanghai have delayed the trade fair until May, due to the coronavirus epidemic that has suspended travel in China, with a host of other event organisers following suit.
Britain reports first two cases of coronavirus
London - British health officials said Friday two people had tested positive for the novel coronavirus, in the country's first confirmed cases since the deadly outbreak emerged in China and began to spread globally this month.
Australia airport staff threaten strike without virus protection
The union representing security workers at Australia’s biggest airports threatened to strike unless members are given equipment to guard against the new coronavirus.
Do you struggle to run for a bus because you're unfit? It may be because you weighed less than your peers at birth, scientists find
Researchers at Sweden's Department for Global Public Health found that for every 1lb (450g) of weight at birth, fitness levels increased by 34 per cent in adults.
This little owl was found in a ditch, but her reason for being there was a surprise
A rescued owl nicknamed Plump had to go on a diet so she could fly again.
Coronavirus Latest Updates: 6 suspected cases in Delhi’s RML; Indians to be evacuated from China
Coronavirus Updates: Meanwhile in India, one student who returned from Wuhan has been tested positive in Kerala and has been kept in isolation.
Coronavirus Isolates China as Countries Shut Borders, Issue Travel Warnings
Death toll stands at 213 and a 2% mortality rate, but outbreak could have global financial ramifications due to supply chain disruptions
Lindsey Graham's Sneak Attack On Section 230 And Encryption: A Backdoor To A Backdoor?
Both Republicans and Democrats have been talking about amending Section 230, the law that made today’s Internet possible. Most...
How to protect yourself from the coronavirus
The virus can be spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Hand-washing is a first line of defence
Blackpool council to fund children’s services by cutting up to 75 jobs
Council tax to rise by maximum 4% as local authority tries to address social care failings
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
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
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
Kenya travel agents urge public to postpone non-essential travel to China
The Kenya Association of Travel Agents urged travellers to put off non-essential travel to parts of China in the face of the deadly coronavirus.
SA treating common flu with suspicion amid coronavirus, says Mkhize
Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize said on Friday his department was treating even the common flu with suspicion, as part of ...
Global Run On Virus Masks Leaves US & Europe With No Supply
Global panic growing as virus spreads
First Cases of Coronavirus Confirmed in Russia
Both patients are Chinese nationals
Marcos: Gov’t must be ready for months-long nCoV epidemic
The government must be ready to deal with months-long epidemic of the novel coronavirus, or 2019-nCoV now that the World Health Organization (WHO) has just declared it as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, neophyte Senator Imee R. Marcos said Friday.
A labor attorney explains the work rules around getting sick in the office, whether you’re facing a small cold or the coronavirus
With the outbreak of coronavirus dominating headlines, it is a great time to dust off the company policy on dealing with flu season and infectious diseases in the workplace. Contagious diseases are particularly troublesome subjects for companies, as there’s a wide variety of circumstances and cultures on the wisdom of working through a sickness. Some managers reward employees who “tough it out” and show up under the weather, while other company cultures encourage sick employees to work from home or stay away altogether.
Plane carrying Britons and others from China's Wuhan lands in UK
BRIZE NORTON, England (Reuters) - A plane carrying 83 British and 27 foreign nationals landed in Britain after flying from China’s central city of Wuhan, the centre of a virus epidemic that has killed more than 200 people and infected more than 9,000.
Egypt's population nears 100 million, putting pressure on resources and jobs
CAIRO (Reuters) - Sitting in her sister’s apartment on a noisy Cairo street, Rania Sayed one day hopes to leave a city that is becoming more congested as Egypt’s population ticks up to 100 million, a milestone it will pass next month.
Uber drivers cram in fares in countdown to app's Colombia departure
BOGOTA (Reuters) - Like a race car driver, Karen Londono is competing against the clock. She rests just four hours a day, trying to take as many fares as possible driving for Uber, before the application is deactivated in Colombia.
Chinese city of Wuhan says it should have acted sooner to contain virus
BEIJING (Reuters) - Wuhan, the epicenter of a coronavirus that has quickly spread beyond China’s borders in recent days, should have taken measures sooner to contain it, the city’s Communist Party chief said on Friday.
Measures, evacuation as Turkey confronts coronavirus threat
Authorities continue to assure the public all measures are in place amid hoaxes of coronavirus cases in Turkey, while a military cargo plane left for China to evacuate citizens from the virus's epicenter, Wuhan
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.
Omo-Pick-A-Box Host Lorna Irungu; Where Is She Now?
The show was one of the most-watched every Sunday. Lorna Irungu was one of the hosts and...
Wrestling: India’s Ravinder fails dope test, banned for four years
Ravinder was banned for four years with the ban dating back to May 14, 2019, the day his provisional suspension began.
FDA to Investigate Influencers Promoting Pharmaceutical Products
The FDA will conduct two studies to examine the relationship between paid pharmaceutical endorsements from celebrities, influencers and physicians and user behaviour.
China says has full confidence, capability to control epidemic
BEIJING, Jan. 31 -- China has full confidence and capability to win the fight against the novel coronavirus epidemic, a foreign ministry spokesperson said Friday.
Use this Temtem type breakdown to determine your squad's strengths and weaknesses
Never lose a game of elemental rock, paper, scissors.
Contest Over Freebies: Delhi's Opposition BJP Promises Job Security, Pollution-Free Environment
New Delhi (Sputnik): Voters in India’s national capital, one of the country’s richest in terms of per capita calculation, are being aggressively wooed by both the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with elections for the new state assembly just a few days away.
Indian Forces Gear Up to Receive Countrymen Returning from China Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
New Delhi (Sputnik): India on Friday arranged a special Air India Flight to evacuate its citizens stranded in the Chinese city of Wuhan where the Novel Coronavirus was first detected. The step came after the World Health Organisation on Thursday declared the spread of the virus a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern”.
'The infected are coming' Wuhan evacuees share journey home on Instagram
Passengers that have touched down at RAF Brize Norton will now spend 14 days in quarantine on the Wirral.
If you have any Irish language memorabilia get in touch with Cuisle
Framlab proposes modular vertical farms for Brooklyn neighbourhoods
Creative agency Framlab has proposed building modular vertical farms in Brooklyn to provide low-income neighbourhoods with access to fresh produce.
Dutch with a death wish: Around 10,000 over-55s in the Netherlands have a serious desire to die, government research finds
Yesterday, Health Minister and Christian Democrat MP Hugo de Jonge, revealed to the Dutch parliament that 0.18 per cent of people over the age of 55 have a serious desire to die.
Scientists Snap Closest-Ever View of the Sun
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Economic Survey: Free medicines not really free for most patients
More than 60% of the patients are still forced to pay for some of the medicines they receive
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.
India can make a satellite within four weeks, says Chandrayaan-1 Project Director
‘Space technology provides many opportunities for young engineers’
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
Water level in Periyar dam on Friday (Jan. 31)
MADURAIWater level in Periyar dam stood at 117.75 feet (permissible level is 142 ft.), with an inflow of 54 cusecs and a discharge of 444 cusecs. In Vaigai dam, the level was 54.46 ft. (71 ft.), with
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?
Three Irish citzens evacuated from China amidst coronavirus
The World Health Organisation declared the coronavirus outbreak a global public health emergency yesterday. Three citizens have since evacuated china.
Why Coronavirus Seems to Be Striking More Adults Than Kids
Expert theories on why the coronavirus known as 2019-nCoV seems to be infecting more kids than adults, according to early data out of Wuhan.
Leprosy: Top Myths And Misconceptions Surrounding The Condition, Busted For You
Regardless of the high prevalence of leprosy globally, there are a few myths and misconceptions surrounding it. Today, we burst some of them for you.
Coronavirus: First two patients in UK receiving treatment at specialist centre
The patients are understood to be undergoing treatment at the Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary.
Coronavirus outbreak: What we know so far
A global public health emergency has been declared as cases continue to spread.
Coronavirus: Countries ban China arrivals
The viral epidemic has killed 213 people.
School contingency plans in place ahead of TUI strike
Schools have been putting contingency arrangements in place in advance of next Tuesday's one-day strike by members of the Teachers Union of Ireland.
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.
Crowded festival season fuels coronavirus anxiety - VnExpress International
A buffalo-fight and poetry events have all been cancelled amid fears Vietnam’s festival-packed lunar January may increase coronavirus infection.
Coronavirus: Government 'examining immigration position' of Chinese nationals
The Department of Justice says it is "examining the immigration position of Chinese nationals" as...
Relatives anxiously await return of Indonesians trapped in coronavirus epicenter
"We chat almost all the time. We talk via video call two or three times a day. We do everything to make sure she’s alright," one woman says of her niece.
Emergency declared for bushfire-threatened Canberra
It is the first time that a state of emergency has been declared in the Australian Capital Territory since 2003, when fires destroyed almost 500 homes.
Be flexible: Islamic party lawmaker wants Indonesia to export cannabis
Indonesia, which has one of the strictest drug laws in the world, bans the use and possession of marijuana.
DepEd to work closely with DOH on nCoV
Following the first confirmed case of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the country, the Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday expressed readiness to “contribute to the overall Philippine government efforts for the management of this public health situation.”
To fight nCoV, public urged to gargle with warm water and salt
The public was urged to gargle with lukewarm water and salt to help lower the chances of having different viruses, an infectious disease specialist said Friday.
Japan to enforce special measures for coronavirus from Saturday: government
Japan said on Friday that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a “designated infectious disease,” as a third chartered flight carrying Japanese citizens arrived from Wuhan amid concerns about how to deal with the returnees.
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.
Coronavirus: First two patients in UK receiving treatment at specialist centre
The patients are understood to be undergoing treatment at the Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary.
Coronavirus outbreak: What we know so far
A global public health emergency has been declared as cases continue to spread.
Gardening: The dirt on poor soil
Although generally considered a dry topic, understanding our soil is essential to good gardening.
TSMC says business as usual; Facebook acts on coronavirus hoaxes
Apple A-series chip supplier TSMC has said that production in its Chinese facilities remains on track despite the coronavirus outbreak impacting output ...
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.
Humane Society Adopts Socially Conscious Sheltering Approach
The Santa Barbara Humane Society has formally adopted Socially Conscious Sheltering to define its values and approach to animal welfare.
Reward offered for removing tyre from crocodile’s neck
Anyone who succeeds in freeing a wild crocodile from a tyre stuck around its neck in Indonesia will receive a reward from a local conservation group. The Central Sulawesi Natural Resources
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
‘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
NATA 2020: Application process to begin tomorrow; check syllabus, paper pattern, exam dates, other details
NATA 2020: NATA will be conducted in two sessions on April 19 and May 31, 2020. The application process will begin from February 1.
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.
UPTET Answer Key 2019-20 released HIGHLIGHTS: How to download, check result date
UPTET Final Answer Key 2019-2020 Paper 1 and 2 HIGHLIGHTS: The answer key of the TET is available at these websites- updeled.gov.in, upbasiceduboard.gov.in. The result will be released on February 7, 2020
JKBOSE 10th, 12th result for Kargil, Leh region released: How to check marks
JKBOSE 10th, 12th result for Kargil, Leh region: The JKBOSE declared class 10, 12 result at jkbose.ac.in. Candidates can also check result via SMS by texting on 5676750.
Chhattisgarh CGPSC Prelims admit card released: How to download, exam pattern
Chhattisgarh CGPSC Prelims admit card: The preliminary exam will be held on February 9. Those who clear the exam will be called for CGPSC Main to be held on June 17 to 29 followed by interview.
Evening news briefing: Dec 16 gangrape convicts won’t be hanged tomorrow, Economic Survey 2020; and more
From explaining what is the Economic Survey's strategy for boosting the wealth creation, to Jawaani Jaaneman movie review, here are the top news this evening
PSTET preliminary answer key 2018 released: How to download, raise objections
PSTET answer key: Candidates who appeared for the test can download the same from the official website, pseb.ac.in or pstet.net. They can raise objections against the same till February 3, 2020, 3 pm.
Mongolia bans Chinese, foreigners arriving from China
ULAANBATAR, Jan 31 — Mongolia said today it will ban Chinese nationals and foreigners coming from China by plane, train or road to prevent the spread of a deadly virus. The ban will be enforced from tomorrow until March 2, according to a government statement, which also said Mongolians will be...
WHO: Closing borders could allow China virus to spread faster
GENEVA, Jan 31 — The World Health Organisation cautioned today that closing borders was probably ineffective in halting the transmission of the deadly novel coronavirus from China and could even accelerate its spread. If you close official border crossings, you can “lose track of people and...
French citizens evacuated from Wuhan land in France
MARSEILLE, Jan 31 — A plane carrying around 200 French citizens evacuated from the Chinese city of Wuhan, epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak, landed near Marseille today, AFP reporters on board the aircraft said. The passengers, who will be placed in quarantine at a seaside holiday camp for...
Don’t worry, we are okay, say Malaysian students under Wuhan coronavirus lockdown
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — “Families and friends in Malaysia, don’t worry. We are okay and safe here,” said Yeong Kai Yi, 26, a Malaysian student at the Central China Normal University in Wuhan, China, when contacted by Bernama today. The final year student at the university’s School of Fine...
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fear, says govt spokesman
YANGON, Jan 31 — Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board today after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said. The plane arrived in the commercial...
Drought tariffs to take effect from tomorrow
Water restrictions will officially come into effect in the City of Mbombela Local Municipality tomorrow, February 1.
This Interactive Map Displays The Latest Confirmed Coronavirus Cases
If you're finding it hard to wrap your head around the numbers involved in the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), this interactive map can give you an idea based on the latest World Health Organisation numbers....
Cancer is ‘terminal,’ Willie K says in Facebook post | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
After being diagnosed with lung cancer in early 2018, Maui-based entertainer Willie Kahaiali‘i, better known as Willie K, announced via Facebook this week that his diagnosis is terminal.
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.
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.
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?
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 ...
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.
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.
How individuals decide between self-interest and commitment to a group
In conflicts that occur simultaneously within and between groups, who would, when and why put aside their own interest to stand up for the interest of the social group he or she belongs to? Recent findings ...
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 ...
Coronavirus: First two patients in UK receiving treatment at specialist centre
The patients are understood to be undergoing treatment at the Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary.
Coronavirus outbreak: What we know so far
A global public health emergency has been declared as cases continue to spread.
Coronavirus: What will happen to the British people being quarantined?
It is understood the British passengers will be taken to an NHS facility on the Wirral to be quarantined for 14 days.
Latest on the coronavirus spreading across the globe
A NOVEL coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak that began in Wuhan, the capital of China’s central province of Hubei, has spread to more than 9,800 people globally, surpassing the total from the 2002-2003 SARS epidemic. The new virus has killed 213 people.
U.S. Maternal Death Rate Holds Steady
In 2018, 658 women died while pregnant or within 42 days of the end of pregnancy, and there were 17.4 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births.
The Advantages of Wearable Tech According to Fitness Coach Jolene Cherry
For those still on the fence, below, Ms. Cherry reviews below the key advantages to be gained from aligning tech to your physical activity
Stakeholders need to step up drug abuse advocacy — Dr. Oluwayemi Ogun
Medical Director, Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba, Dr. Oluwayemi Ogun has urged stakeholders to keep up the advocacy for drug abuse
CDC confirms first human-to-human transmission of coronavirus in US
The CDC confirmed Thursday the first person-to-person transmission in the US of the coronavirus that has already killed at least...
People need not panic about cornavirus: DC
‘While no case was reported in the district, the administration is geared up to tackle the situation’
‘Fatalities can be avoided only if blood diseases are detected in time’
Health staff asked to take such cases to the notice of nodal hospitals
Trees being ‘killed’ on Idukki cardamom estates
Owner, workers of a plantation at Thondimala arrested for injecting chemicals into trees to destroy them
Jane Fonda To Bring Friday Drill Fridays To California, Announces First Demonstration In Los Angeles
Jane Fonda is wrangling more Friday Drill Friday supporters. The actress, who kicked started FDF demonstrations in Washington DC, hoping to get government leaders to address the climate crisis, announced that she will launch FDF's next phase across California, specifically in Los Angeles. Fonda has enlisted a number of her famous friends, including her "Grace…
Doctors remove huge hairball growing inside 30-year-old woman's ovaries since birth
The woman had sought medical help after suffering abdominal pain and surgeons found the large cysts in her ovaries, before pulling a mass of hair from her body
Fresh hope for future of football club ground near A14
Proposals to secure the future of Stowmarket Football Club's ground - and unlock major funding from the FA - are to be considered by a Suffolk council.
Two storey extension planned for Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital - Talk of the Town
A new two storey extension is planned for Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. The proposed extension will facilitate the Acute Surgical Assessment Unit and the acute short stay in-patients admission areas should it proceed. The Health Service Executive has applied to Louth County Council for planning permission for a two storey building extension...Read More→
Suspension of UK’s China flights ‘hits up to 35,000 passengers’
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic grounded flights to mainland China.
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.
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…
Details of scheme for mica affected homes confirmed
A Government grant scheme, expected to cost at least hundreds of millions of euro to rebuild houses affected by defective concrete blocks due to the mineral mica in Donegal, will give up to €275,000 to owners forced to demolish and rebuild the worst affected homes, RTÉ's Prime Time has learned.
Delta, American airlines halt flights to China amid coronavirus outbreak
The two largest US airlines plan to suspend all flights to China amid the country’s mushrooming coronavirus crisis. American Airlines is halting trips to and from mainland China on Friday
Facebook to remove posts spreading coronavirus conspiracy theories
Facebook plans to take down posts spreading false claims and conspiracy theories about the deadly coronavirus in an unusually aggressive effort to tackle misinformation.
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.
PH Red Cross provides tips against 2019-nCoV
After the Department of Health confirmed the first case of 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the country, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on Friday advised the public not to leave their houses without protective gears.
2 Chinese passengers from Boracay referred to RITM
Two arriving passengers at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 4 asked the help of the airport medical staff Thursday because they were both suffering from cough and high fever.
Pimentel: Temporary travel ban on trips from China ‘reasonable’ amid nCoV threat
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DOH considers extending travel ban to cover other Chinese provinces
After its recommendation to implement a travel restriction on travelers coming from Hubei province, the Department of Health (DOH) said it is looking at expanding the recommendation to other provinces of China.
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fears
Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board on Friday after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said.
Q&A: All you need to know as coronavirus affects more people in Europe
Many more people in Europe are likely to contract novel coronavirus that causes serious lung disease, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has warned.
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.
Spouse Employment Training Program aims to heighten job security
Spouses of active-duty Air Force members can receive entry-level dental assistant skills training through the Air Force Aid Society-sponsored Spouse Employment Training Program offered at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.
With Bellbrook-Sugarcreek deficit looming, state proposes drastic cuts
BELLBROOK — With a deficit looming for Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Schools, representatives from the Ohio Auditor’s Office shared a dozen recommendations to cut district spending.
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.
First two cases of coronavirus in the UK confirmed as guests of York hotel
Health officials are urgently trying to trace those who came into contact with two people
Coronavirus: Hotel in York confirms two UK victims were guests
The pair, who were guests at the Staycity Aparthotels York, are being treated by Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after they were diagnosed with coronavirus
Head of 330 million-year-old great white shark-sized beast found in wall of cave
Fossils of 15 to 20 different shark species from the Late Mississippian period have been found in Kentucky's Mammoth Cave National Park in a breakthrough discovery
Boris Johnson apparently blurts out 'keep digging' HS2 plan to a 10-year-old
The Prime Minister said of the controversial rail project: "In a hole the size of HS2, the only thing to do is keep digging."
Shocking pic shows girl, 8, sleeping on hospital floor after 'six-hour wait for bed'
It's believed a photo circulating reveals how a young girl with suspected meningitis had to sleep on the floor of Raigmore Hospital in Inverness, Scotland while waiting for treatment
20 new officers for Suffolk as council tax rise for police funding approved
Council tax bills in Suffolk are set to rise after an increase in the share of policing funding was approved.
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
The F-35 Is Still Full of Must-Fix Flaws
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Learning to live by the Maramataka: Pēpuere
The blue moki are running and the tuna are returning to the sea. We're entering the fifth phase of summer. Ngā mihi o te wā e te whānau! We are in the ninth lunar month of Pēpuere and at the end of the summer phase Matiti Kaiwai, moving to Matiti Raurehu. Kaiwai, the fourth phase, indicates the mid
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.
Climate activists from African nations make urgent appeal
Greta Thunberg joined the activists for a press conference in Sweden.
Boris Johnson says Government must ‘keep digging’ on HS2
The Prime Minister has given the clearest indication yet that he could be about to back the controversial rail project.
Pennsylvania man's earache sign of rare infection: ‘It’s surreal how close I was to dying’
A 27-year-old Pennsylvania man is speaking out after he nearly lost his life to a rare syndrome that was triggered by a common ear infection.
Avoid Super Bowl 'avocado hand' injuries with these helpful tips
Tips on how to avoid a kitchen catastrophe while preparing for the big game.
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…
OCHIENG: If not people what else makes a population?
Both population and people come from the Latin populus and the Greek populos — ordinary folk.
Lai: Nigerians in Chinese town hit by coronavirus unwilling to return home
Lai Mohammed, minister of information, says the federal government is in touch with 16 Nigerians living in Wuhan, China. Coronavirus disease broke out in that part of the Asian country,
Strike action by 500 home helps deferred for two weeks
Next week's threatened strike by up to 500 home helps in Dublin and Wicklow has been deferred for two weeks to allow the HSE to progress arrangements for pay restoration to the staff in question.
Catholic bishops urge Trudeau to scrap changes to assisted dying legislation
OTTAWA — The president of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has written to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to voice "very serious concern" about proposed changes to medical assistance in . . .
Green energy could now be cheaper than fossil fuels thanks to breakthrough
Australia is on fire. Antarctica’s “Doomsday Glacier” is melting. Last year was the second hottest year on record. The six hottest years in all of recorded human history? The last
How US hospitals are preparing for coronavirus outbreak
Hospitals across the US are preparing to receive patients infected with the novel coronavirus and have been given instructions by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on how they might
Sempur English Camp in Bogor preps children for brighter future
Initiated by a subdistrict head in Bogor, the Sempur English Camp aims to prepare its children to master the English language.
York hotel confirmed as location for UK's first coronavirus victims
The hunt is on for anyone who came into contact with the first two confirmed patients
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.
50 liters of breast milk donated to Batangas babies
Fifty liters of pumped and pasteurized breast milk were formally turned Friday by the office of Senator Pia S. Cayetano and the Taguig city government to the Batangas Medical Center for the benefit of babies affected by the Taal volcano eruption.
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
Bangladesh evacuees head to Wuhan airport as China virus death toll mounts
The authorities have started moving the Bangladeshi students in Wuhan to the airport in the Chinese city for evacuation from the locked down epicentre of a deadly coronavirus outbreak.
Britain reports first two cases of new coronavirus
Two patients from the same family in England have tested positive for coronavirus, the first such cases in Britain, England’s chief medical officer said on Friday.
Singapore bans China travellers to keep out coronavirus
Singapore said on Friday it was banning entry to all Chinese visitors and foreigners with a recent history of travel to China in some of the most far-reaching moves worldwide to deter the fast-spreading coronavirus.
Letter of the Day: Income guarantees save money, lives
A guaranteed livable income gives everyone the ability to afford a place to live and purchase adequate groceries, writes Maria Rose Lewans.
New $2.35M U of S research chair targets beef industry sustainability
Dr. Cheryl Waldner will work with the beef industry to address producer priorities, like improving herd health and managing antibiotic use.
Irish in Wuhan: ‘In 24 hours, everything changed’
Wuhan and its people have shown tremendous spirit in response to coronavirus crisis
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
Extinction Rebellion stage climate protest at McKinsey's London office
LONDON (Reuters) - Civil disobedience group Extinction Rebellion staged a protest outside McKinsey & Company’s London office on Friday to demand the consulting firm use its influence over companies and governments to drive far-reaching action on climate change.
WHO Declares Global Health Emergency as Wuhan Coronavirus Continues to Spread
The World Health Organisation on Thursday declared an international public health emergency over the deadly new coronavirus that has hit China hard. The announcement comes as nearly a hundred cases have been spotted in countries outside of China, including the first case of human-to-human transmission in the U.S., also reported on Thursday.
As Delhi gangrape convicts await execution, a reminder: death penalty does not ensure women’s safety
India has an obsession with retributive and deterrent approaches and an increasing aversion to another goal of punishment – rehabilitation.
AISSEE 2020 Sainik School results declared at sainikschooladmission.in
The AISSEE examination was conducted on 5th January, 2020
Madras University November 2019 UG, PG results declared at unom.ac.in
Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their results on the official Madras University website unom.ac.in.
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).
Pakistan halts China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
LONDON: Civil disobedience group Extinction Rebellion staged a protest outside McKinsey & Company’s London office on Friday to demand the consulting firm use its influence over companies and governments to drive far-reaching action on climate change. At least 30 protesters gathered outside the building holding banners emblazoned with slogans such as “Business As Usual = Death”
Struggling to burn belly fat? It’s time to take a closer look at your menstrual cycle
If you’ve ever cancelled a gym class because of period pain or feeling tired and bloated because of your menstrual cycle, you’re far from alone.
Govt debuts pesticide to fight sweet potato pests
Reports indicate that some farmers have started slashing the vines to get rid of the pests
What happens if the internet’s most important law disappears?
If Facebook is held liable for everything you write, it'll stop letting you write.
Two Cases of Coronavirus Confirmed in UK - England's Chief Medical Officer
Earlier in the day, the UK Foreign Office stated that a plane carrying 83 UK and 27 foreign nationals had left the Chinese city of Wuhan.
Coronavirus arrives in UK as two people test positive for deadly disease
Two members of the same family have tested positive for the virus, the Chief Medical Officer for England has said.
Coronavirus updates from around the world
UK confirms first cases; US warns on travel.
Coronavirus outbreak: Britons fly out of Wuhan as death toll passes 200
Flight carrying 83 British people and 27 foreign nationals will land in the UK on Friday as US tells citizens ‘don’t go to China’
You're drinking what? Dairy lobby fights back with a new definition of the word 'milk'
Plant milks are becoming more acceptable than dairy and the dairy lobby isn’t going down without a fight
The Latest: England confirms its first cases of new virus
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Zweli Mkhize says SA on 'High Alert' as Coronavirus spreads
While Mkhize has announced that South Africa will be on “high alert”, Mkhize confirms that at least 35 South Africans are still in Wuhan China.
Woza weekend, woza load shedding! Eskom announces Stage 2 power cuts till Monday
Eskom on said Friday that Stage 2 load shedding would start on 9 am on Friday and continue through to 6 am on Monday .
New coronavirus outbreak affects tourism in Canada
Tour companies and hotels in destinations popular with Chinese tourists are starting to see cancellations after a new form of virus that has led to mass quarantines and 170 deaths in China.
Teens Find a Big Loophole in the New Flavored Vaping Ban
The policy allows mint, dessert and fruit flavors to continue to be sold in disposable e-cigarettes, prompting many teens to switch from Juul to those devices.
Check Madras University results for UG/PG now on this link
The Madras University results for UG/PG have been declared. The same is available on the official website.
Coronavirus: 2 cases confirmed in the UK
Two cases of the Wuhan coronavirus has been confirmed in the UK, the chief medical officer for England has announced. The two cases of the coronavirus in the UK are both members of the same family
Botswana registers first suspected case of coronavirus
Symptoms include fever, cough, difficulty in breathing, fatigue and headache.
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.
More than 2,000 Schools in Bulgaria Are in Flu Vacation
Twenty-one Bulgarian regions have been affected by this season’s flu outbreak and 2079 have suspended classes, said the press office of the Ministry of Education and Science. Classes have already been cancelled in the regions of Blagoevgrad, Burgas, Varna, Gabrovo, Dobrich, Kardzhali, Kyustendil, Pazardzhik, Pernik, Smolyan, Sofia-city, Sofia-region, Haskovo and Yambol.
All Travellers in the Beijing Metro will be Checked for Fever
All passengers at all metro stations in Beijing will be checked for fever as a measure for the preventionof the spread of pneumonia caused by the new virus. This was noted in an official statement by the management, TASS reported.
Suspected case of Coronavirus in Botswana
-Botswana has registered its first case of coronavirus on 30 January 2020.
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.
Coronavirus - Is India prepared? | TheHealthSite.com
The Wuhan coronavirus is fast spreading across the globe. Political commentator Vedank Singh shares his views on this virus.
Cancer - bring down your risk with healthy habits | TheHealthSite.com
Cancer is a dreaded disease, but it is also preventable. Read on to know how you can bring down your risk by cultivating a few healthy habits.
As cities grow, the Internet of Things can help us get on top of the waste crisis
Total global waste is expected to double from nearly 2 billion tonnes in 2016 to an estimated 4 billion tonnes by 2050 as consumer-oriented urban populations grow. As population growth increases consumption ...
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 ...
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.
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.
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.
Books industry needs investors – GPA
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Penplusbytes empowers editors to champion the cause of PWDs
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The 10 most dangerous US states to work in, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Some states have more dangerous jobs than others. We took a look at fatal workplace injury rates across the US.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
A labor attorney explains the work rules around getting sick in the office, whether you're facing a small cold or the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Generally, an employer can require a sick employee to leave work — but those employees won't always be required to get paid.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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 …
Truth about Trump economy
Trump may be a good president for the top 1% but he has not been good for everyone else COMMENT | JOSEPH E. STIGLITZ | As the world’s business elites trekked to Davos for their annual gathering, people should have been asking a simple question: Have they overcome their infatuation with US President Donald Trump? …
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 …
Ministry of Health issues advisory on Coronavirus
The Ministry of Health confirmed that no new cases of Coronavirus in the Sultanate have been recorded
First cases of Coronavirus confirmed in UK
Two patients in England, who are members of the same family, have tested positive for Coronavirus
Seasonal influenza vaccine is important: Ministry of Health
The seasonal influenza vaccine protects you and others, make sure to take it: Ministry of Health
Champagne discusses coronavirus response, evacuation with China counterpart
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne has spoken to his Chinese counterpart about the coronavirus outbreak, a day after the World Health Organization called it a global health emergency.
What patients hope to hear from the Finance Minister
High on the aam aadmi’s Budget hopes is some govt help to meet treatment costs
Funding boost gives impetus to critical child healthcare
31 January 2020
ZEALANDIA book celebrates the “Valley that Changed a Nation”
31 January 2020
Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council
The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.
Ziopharm Stands Out, But Still Riskier Than Cellectis
Ziopharm’s TCR approach targets solid tumors by recognizing neoantigens unique to each patient's cancer.The Sleeping Beauty solid tumor treatment is still autologous and doesn’t address cost issues pl
Suncorp Says 'Unprecedented' Catastrophes Will Drive Reinsurance Recoveries
Australian primary insurance giant Suncorp has referred to an unprecedented start to the season for catastrophe losses this morning, saying that it now expects to make recoveries across its reinsuranc
‘Life-threatening’: Airport staff demand halt to flights from China
Staff at airports across Australia are threatening to walk off the job unless they are allowed to do more to protect themselves from the deadly coronavirus.
Government savaged over handling of coronavirus amid growing toll of infections and deaths
The federal Health Minister has savaged Queensland's premier for claiming a lack of communication from the federal government could hamper local containment efforts.
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. …
Invest or develop at the heart of Dunedin’s university precinct - Colliers
A superbly located property at the heart of Dunedin’s university precinct is for sale with vacant possession, providing multiple options for developers or add-value investors.
ZEALANDIA book celebrates the "Valley that Changed a Nation"
One of the founders of Wellington’s beloved ZEALANDIA Eco-sanctuary, Jim Lynch, gave a talk at the Greater Wellington Regional Council on Thursday discussing how the ambitious idea came to life, and his new book ZEALANDIA: The Valley that Changed a Nation.
Shift to hybrid fleet saves money, reduces emissions - Waikato DHB
This month seven hybrid Toyota Prius and Camry vehicles joined the Waikato DHB’s vehicle fleet, adding to the 10 which arrived last November.
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.
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 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
Coronavirus-hit girl better; report if you have returned from China: Govt
She was initially admitted and kept under isolation at the Thrissur General Hospital
The NYC Restaurants Ordered Closed Jan 24 - Jan 31
NEW YORK — Filth flies, roaches, mice and unwashed hands — restaurants across the city have dirty secrets they’d rather you didn't know about. Fortunately for the diner’s well-being, New York City’s Health Department is watching.
Doctors on TikTok Try to Go Viral
They have M.D.s, but are they up for this challenge?
NCG joins Northern Powerhouse Partner Programme
'Realising the potential of the North through investment in skills is a huge opportunity – and NCG will lead the way'
Child seat law to be implemented soon, kids below 12yo can't sit in front
DOTr completes IRR for new child seat safety law, to implement soon
Two people in UK test positive for coronavirus: Health officials
Health officials in Britain said on Friday that two people had tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the first confirmed cases in the country since the deadly outbreak began in China.
1g salt and 0.2g turmeric: Economic Survey 2020's Thalinomics for adult male engaged in heavy work
The Thalinomics is a novel addition to the Economic Survey 2020, which has calculated the affordability of a one-plate meal in relation to "an adult male engaged in heavy work". "We have taken the
Coronavirus outbreak highlights need for travel insurance: expert
Travellers are being advised to confirm their insurance details before flying abroad as airlines around the world halt travel to China amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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
Panic Grips Zimbabwe As Coronavirus Reaches Botswana
The government of Botswana has announced that it is on high alert for the deadly coronavirus after it isolated the first suspected case on Thursday.
SSC GD constable PST/PET admit card released, exam from February 3
SSC GD constable: The exam will be held from February 3 to February 20. The admit cards for the same can be download from the official website, crpf.gov.in.
SSC releases important updates for candidates, check now
SSC recruitment 2019: As per the official notification, the commission cancelled the post of Senior Conservation Assistant and reduce the vacancies of Textile Designer
Cheap as bread, girls sell sex to survive crisis in Africa
LONDON, Jan 31 — Young girls in southern Africa are selling sex — sometimes for less than the cost of bread — to survive a hunger crisis ensnaring tens of millions, aid agencies said yesterday. In Angola, girls of 12 sell themselves for as little as 40 cents (RM1.64) to feed their families as...
China ambassador says no need for ‘unnecessary panic’ over virus
GENEVA, Jan 31 — China is decisively working to control the deadly outbreak of the novel coronavirus, its ambassador to the UN said today, insisting there was no need for countries impose “excessive measures” like border closures. “There is no need for unnecessary panic, and no need for...
Chinese official says slow response made virus epidemic worse
BEIJING, Jan 31 — China’s delayed response to the discovery of a deadly new coronavirus infection worsened the epidemic, the most senior official from the city at the centre of the outbreak said today. More than 210 people have died and nearly 10,000 others have been infected in China by the...
New rules outlaw some of Nike’s record-breaking shoes
PARIS, Jan 31 — World Athletics announced significant changes to its rules today that will outlaw some variants of Nike’s Vaporfly running shoes and introduce strict limits to the technology developed for any future shoes used in elite competition. The sport’s governing body (WA) said that...
Chinese Media: 'Local Negligence' Worsened Viral Outbreak
China's Global Times government newspaper disparaged "our local and national negligence" in a column Thursday.
Levitating sand escapes classical world, enters quantum ground state
We're close to being uncertain about where hundreds of millions of atoms are.
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he's trying to do it on his own, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Congress rejected the idea during the Trump administration's effort to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Govt will foot hospital bills for locals who have contracted the coronavirus
Govt will foot hospital bills for locals who have contracted the coronavirus
NYT writer says world is suffering because Xi govt delayed announcing Wuhan virus outbreak
NYT writer says world is suffering because Xi govt delayed announcing Wuhan virus outbreak
ESM Goh says Singaporeans need to be wary of and pay heed to POFMA
ESM Goh says Singaporeans need to be wary of and pay heed to POFMA
QLDC lifts Luggate water restrictions
With demand having dropped, Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) has lifted water restrictions in Luggate.
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.
Past, present, future - that's how everything connects
A look at the close connection between our calendar and our partnership with God.
165,000 baby sleepers from 4 different brands were just recalled for risk of infant suffocation — here's the list of recalled products
The US Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled four brands of infant sleepers due of the risk of babies suffocating in them, according to a new report from NBC New York.
You can buy a flight from Hong Kong to New York for $201. The catch? You have to stop in Wuhan for 6 hours.
A Chinese airline is offering travellers a rare deal – a flight from Hong Kong to New York for $US200.
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he's trying to do it on his own
The Trump administration unveiled a plan on Thursday to allow states the option of capping spending on health benefits for millions for Americans, likely prompting them to cover fewer people after Congress rebuffed the idea during the drive to repeal and replace Obamacare in 2017.
Irish Water say Boil Water Notice lifted for the majority of customers in Tallanstown
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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.
Climate activists from African nations make urgent appeal
Greta Thunberg joined the activists for a press conference in Sweden.
Vaping will be allowed on the grounds of Derriford Hospital again
The plans would make Devon’s largest hospital tobacco-free rather than smoke-free, as it is now
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.
Social Democrats propose affordable homes at €200k and the end to commuter hell in election manifesto
Entitled ‘Invest in Better’, the party said the document sets out a uniquely Irish version of the Nordic model”.
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.
Xi’s ‘authoritarian’ leadership in countering coronavirus crisis draws flak
Mayor of Wuhan triggers avalanche of international criticism with candid comments
Animal welfare organisations not coming forward for ABC programme: BBMP
Civic body to apprise Animal Welfare Board of India of the same
85th sahitya sammelana sees surge in registrations
21,130 delegates sign up for the event to be held in Kalaburagi
Economic Survey 2019-20: Stubble burning incidents come down
But farmers continue this practice every year, starting winter
Kodaikanal lake needs a new lease of life
Municipality plans facelift to the waterbody; environmentalists say water pollution should be addressed
TS plans S-Hub with ₹25 cr. seed fund
Incubator to promote start-ups, sanitation and waste water recycling
Private schools appoint fresh graduates without B.Ed. degree as teachers
By recruiting fresh graduates without B.Ed. qualification for teaching tasks, private schools in the region seem to be enabling sustenance of self-financed colleges of education.There have been instan
Economic Survey 2019-20: High fees push poor out of education system
Survey points to challenges of affordability and quality
Hospitals create awareness of coronavirus
Private hospitals in the city are not keen on setting up isolation ward but some have started awareness of symptoms of the infection. Two days after the first positive case of coronavirus was confirme
Vulture sanctuary in cold storage
Increased visits by tigers in the corridor area adds urgency to the issue
Italy declares state of emergency over coronavirus
The Italian government declared a state of emergency on Friday to fast-track efforts to prevent the spread of the deadly coronavirus strain after two cases were confirmed in Rome.
Airport expansion would be 'life sentence' for local communities say campaigners
Campaigners are urging councillors to go against officers' advice and reject airport expansion plan
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.
A New Model for Crowdsourcing Innovation
Make sure participants deliver ideas — and a business plan.
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.
TMHD wants 149 casual health workers made permanent
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Gender Minister, UN Women agree to step up fight against GBV
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The UN Women Country representative in Kampala has decried the high cost implications of Gender Based Violence (GBV) and warned that it denies Ugandan communities resources they would have put in much-needed development projects. “Uganda is incurring over Shs77 billion in cost or opportunity costs in managing violence …
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 …
UCE: Half of the candidates fail physics and chemistry
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nearly half of the students who sat for the Uganda Certificate of Education- UCE exams failed Physics and Chemistry papers. Results released this morning by the Uganda National Examinations Board indicate that at least 166,530, out of the 333,060 students who sat for the 2019 examinations, scored F9 in …
E tū: safety of Air NZ Wuhan crew paramount
The union for aviation, E tū, says it’s working to secure assurances about the safety of up to 10 volunteer cabin crew and any ground crew operating the Air New Zealand evacuation flight from Wuhan.
Coca-Cola announcement fails to fizz
Yesterday Coca-Cola New Zealand announced a sugar reduction goal of 20% across its portfolio by 2025.
AA Insurance awarded Shine’s DVFREE Tick
AA Insurance awarded Shine’s DVFREE Tick for creating a domestic violence-free workplace
Acceleron Reignites Pipeline After Latest Trial Success With PAH Drug
Acceleron achieves primary endpoint in phase 2 PULSAR study using sotatercept to treat patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension.Top-line results from the phase 2b PULSAR study are going to be rel
NSW strikes ‘landmark’ energy deal with Federal Government, Greens call it ‘climate criminality’
A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has been slammed as "climate criminality" by the Greens.
China reports 259 people have died of new virus; 11,800 sick
BEIJING — China has reported 259 people have died of a new virus, which has now infected nearly 11,800 people as the United States declared a public health emergency and took drastic steps to significantly restrict entry into the country. President Donald Trump has signed an order that will temporarily bar foreign nationals, other than …
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?
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.'
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.
WHO declares global health emergency over coronavirus: 4 questions answered
The World Health Organization declared the new coronavirus to be a public health emergency on Jan. 30, 2020. Does the action really change anything? An expert answers four questions.
As Democratic primaries near, educators can teach hope to a polarized citizenry
Schools and colleges can teach political hope that can help citizens make better choices.
Chinese tourists cancelling
Tour companies and hotels in destinations popular with Chinese tourists are starting to see cancellations after a new form of virus that has led to mass quarantines and more than 200 deaths in China.
Canada needs more doctors
Canada lags well behind all but the United States among 11 of the wealthiest nations when it comes to the number of doctors per capita, a new report indicates.
Fourth virus case in Canada
UPDATE: 1:10 p.m. Ontario health officials say the province now has a third confirmed case of the novel coronavirus, bringing Canada's total number of cases to four.
50 million locked down
Carrying permits demanding “fast passage,” truck drivers rushed a 560-ton shipment of disinfectant from eastern China to Wuhan, the locked-down city of 11 million people at the centre of a vast effort to contain a new viral disease.
Zimbabwean entrepreneur invents tech that turns a tree into a WiFi hub
‘Trees of Knowledge’ will convert trees and rural landmarks into educational WiFi hubs in Africa.
4-month-old girl beats brain cancer and rings the bell
Lillian Grace Borden was born on Sept. 5, 2019. She was a beautiful, and seemingly healthy, baby girl. To her parents, she was perfect.
The F-35 Is Still Broken and the F-35A Can’t Shoot Straight
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KRU starts functioning from own campus
V-C sets the ball rolling by donning the role of a teacher
Siemens Healthineers supplies diagnostic equipment to Wuhan hospitals
MUNICH (Reuters) - Germany’s Siemens Healthineers has supplied two ultrasound machines and a CT scanner to the Chinese city of Wuhan, the epicenter of a rapidly-spreading virus epidemic.
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.
Fear grows as person-to-person transmission of coronavirus rises globally
With the sixth coronavirus case confirmed in the southern German state of Bavaria on Friday, questions have arisen about whether the virus can easily be...
UK evacuation plane leaves Wuhan with 110 people on boar
The civilian aircraft left Wuhan in central China at around 9:45 am local time carrying 83 Britons and 27 foreign citizens.
Non-Vegetarians Saving More Under Indian Prime Minister Modi, Government Data Shows
New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s federal Finance Ministry’s Economic Survey – a snapshot of the state of economy of the country during 2019-20, has a new chapter titled “Thalinomics: The Economics of a Plate of Food in India”. The government claimed it was an attempt to quantify what an average person pays for a Thali (Plate) of food.
More and More Britons Seeking EU Passports Every Year After Brexit Vote
Political and economic turbulence aside, Brexit is poised to have a massive impact on Britons’ everyday lives, potentially impacting international travel and the right to live in the EU. Many have sought to avoid scenario this by getting an EU passport.
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.
Man lies dead in the street in crisis-hit coronavirus city of Wuhan
At least 213 people have died from the virus, with more than 10,000 infected.
Chun-Li cosplayer swaps conventions for treating coronavirus patients
Yuan said: 'We will try our best, please have confidence in China.'
Coronavirus doesn't discriminate, so neither should you
A man sat next to me on the Tube before immediately getting up and saying, ‘Errr... Not sitting next to coronavirus.’
Facebook bans coronavirus fake news, false cures and conspiracy theories
Social network says people are sharing videos which claim drinking bleach will beat the feared disease.
How likely is someone to die from coronavirus?
NHS still state that the risk of getting coronavirus in the UK is low.
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.
Thinking of upgrading your parlour? Here are some options to consider…
When upgrading your parlour, Dairymaster focus on optimising cow comfort and welfare and operator comfort and welfare.
Domestic milk intake down 5.7% in December
Domestic milk intake by creameries and pasteurisers was estimated at 243.8 million litres for December 2019, according to the CSO.
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.
9-1-1 Emergency: A call for ailing Sask. hospital system to help seniors
As Saskatchewan’s senior population grows and dementia rates rise, hospitals are struggling to meet the needs of confused and elderly patients who find themselves in the emergency room.
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?
Cropped-out climate activist Vanessa Nakate urges media to hear Africans
Vanessa Nakate says she hopes storm over Davos photo will help shift narrative
'The city is suffocating': diary of the Wuhan coronavirus lockdown
A resident describes life in the city at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak
Punjab budget to be presented on February 25
The cabinet decided to summon the 11th session (Budget Session) of the 15th Punjab Vidhan Sabha from February 20 to 28, according to an official spokesperson.
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.
To change your personality, don’t go it alone
It's possible to change your personality, but it may be difficult to accomplish all on your own, new research suggests.
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital performs free ENT surgeries
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History is important than science - Prof Konotey-Ahulu
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About 12, 787 farmers benefit from PFJ in East Mumprusi Municipality
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University organises ‘Climate-Smart Innovation’ platform for Agricultural stakeholders
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Another Example of How Health Care Disparities Kill
Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is treated less aggressively if you’re not white and male
US advises no travel to China, where virus deaths top 200
BEIJING — The U.S. advised against all travel to China as the number of cases of a worrying new virus spiked more than tenfold in a week, including the highest death toll in a 24-hour period reported Friday.
Chinese tourists cancel trips to Canadian hotspots such as Banff, Yellowknife
Tour companies and hotels in destinations popular with Chinese tourists are starting to see cancellations after a new form of virus that has led to mass quarantines and more than 200 deaths in China.
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.
B.C. coronavirus testing continues, still only one confirmed case
International emergency measures aimed at poorer countries, Dr. Bonnie Henry says
Study Reports First Case of Coronavirus Spread by Asymptomatic Person
A woman from China infected a person in Germany before she began displaying symptoms
Super Bowl Ads from Trump and Bloomberg
The campaigns of President Donald Trump and Democrat Mike Bloomberg have purchased airtime during the preeminent TV ad event of the year: the Super Bowl. Both scheduled spots make claims that require context or further explanation.
Wuhan coronavirus: 1,500 SAF personnel packing 5.2m masks in 24-hour operation
SINGAPORE: A total of 1,500 Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) personnel are packing 5.2 million surgical masks for distribution to the public, as ...
Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission, total cases rise to 19
BANGKOK: Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on ...
UK confirms first 2 cases of Wuhan coronavirus
LONDON: Two patients from the same family in England have tested positive for coronavirus, the first such cases in Britain, England's chief ...
Facebook to remove coronavirus misinformation after WHO declares global emergency
Facebook Inc said on Thursday it will take down misinformation about China's fast-spreading coronavirus in a rare departure from its approach to ...
After 10 years, civil rights museum says expansion is a must
GREENSBORO, N.C. — When four young black men from N.C. A&T sat down at a whites-only lunch counter in downtown, they sparked a fight for civil rights that has reverberated for 60 years. That legacy gives a strength of purpose to John Swaine, CEO of the International Civil Rights Center & Museum. The museum, which …
Auckland is still New Zealand’s most traffic congested city - TomTom
Location technology specialist, TomTom (TOM2), today released the results of its TomTom Traffic Index, a report detailing the traffic situation in 416 cities and 57 countries around the world in 2019. Auckland took the top spot in New Zealand as the most congested city with drivers expecting to spend an average of 31% extra travel time stuck in traffic, worsening by 2% compared to the previous year result of 29%. This works out to be an additional 9 minutes for a 30 minutes trip. Wellington takes the 2nd place with a congestion level of 28%, followed by Hamilton (25%), Christchurch (21%), Tauranga (20%) and Dunedin (20%)
Suspension of UK’s China flights ‘hits up to 35,000 passengers’
British Airways and Virgin Atlantic grounded flights to mainland China.
1,471 under surveillance in State for novel coronavirus
50 persons are in isolation wards of various hospitals, rest under home quarantine
State customises nCoV guidelines
Certain steps of protocol may change as and when a situation arises
Relief as A.P. engineers’ ordeal ends
On returning from China, they will be put under quarantine in Haryana facility
Join hands to battle virus: expert
‘Interdisciplinary research programme needed to control coronavirus’
Scientist bats for technology domination through IPR
AI and Machine Learning are omnipresent concepts, says R. Chidambaram
Hundreds of schools face closure on Tuesday due to teacher strike
Meeting between TUI and public service oversight group ends without breakthrough
Election 2020: Rebuilding Ireland has failed, says Fianna Fáil
Party says Fine Gael has displayed lack of understanding about housing crisis
Coronavirus: Quarantining millions in China is unprecedented, wrong
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The World Health Organization has declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. China has recorded over 8,246 cases, but just 170 deaths from the disease. As far as emerging diseases go, this virus appears relatively insipid.
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.
France's Pasteur Institute Foundation hoping to develop coronavirus vaccine
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s Pasteur Institute Foundation is looking into developing a vaccine to treat the coronavirus, an official at the institute said on Friday.
One case of coronavirus symptoms among French evacuated: minister
MARSEILLE, France (Reuters) - One of the French people evacuated from China by plane showed symptoms of the coronavirus infection, France’s Health Minister Agnes Buzyn told reporters on Friday.
Germany expects coronavirus vaccine within months
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s research minister said on Friday she expected a vaccine for coronavirus to be developed within months.
195 Americans evacuated from Wuhan to be quarantined in California for 2 weeks
The CDC announced Friday that the 195 Americans evacuated from Wuhan, China, to the United States will be quarantined for two weeks to be monitored for symptoms of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus.
Coronavirus vaccine could take 20 months to develop, France's Pasteur Institute Foundation says
A vaccine to treat the newest deadly strain of the coronavirus could be made available in 20 months' time, an official at France’s Pasteur Institute...
What a 5-Step Checklist at Johns Hopkins Can Teach You About Life and Business
Often the simplest steps -- ones we repeat all the time -- are an opportunity to slip up and create costly errors.
Coronavirus outbreak: Army sets up quarantine centre in Manesar for Indians evacuated from Wuhan
An Air India aircraft sent to Wuhan on Friday is expected to be back in India on Saturday morning.
New Photos Reveal Sun's Turbulent Surface in 'Unprecedented' Detail
These new photos reveal the sun's turbulent surface in 'unprecedented' detail
Daily Insight: All system(-level planning) go
The must-read stories and debate in health policy and leadership.
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.
Contagion jumps back into film charts amid coronavirus outbreak
The 2011 film concerns a virus rapidly spreading after a woman returns ill from Hong Kong.
Google shows safety tips when people search 'coronavirus'
New Delhi - With the novel coronavirus outbreak grabbing the attention of people worldwide, Google is now showing safety tips to people when they search "coronavirus".
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.
Air India Special Flight To Evacuate Indian Citizens From China Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
In the light of the Coronavirus outbreak, an Air India special B747 flight will depart on Friday from Delhi to Wuhan city in China for the evacuation of Indians
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
Planting 1 trillion trees might not actually be a good idea
Scientists are skeptical of the plan
Facebook working to curb fake cures on coronavirus outbreak, misinformation
Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus
Economic Survey links infrastructure with social reforms to boost growth
The Survey suggested interlinking electricity supply with health and education
James Nyoro: Brains Behind Uhuru's Ksh7 Billion Project
Through Nyoro's appointment by the president, he took part in various major projects including...
US airlines halt flights between US, China due to virus
The U.S. advised against all travel to China as the number of cases of a new virus spiked more than tenfold in a week.
U.S to quarantine all 195 American evacuees from China
The U.S. advised against all travel to China as the number of cases of a new virus spiked more than tenfold in a week.
Medical professionals battle virus misinformation online
Dr. Rose Marie Leslie, a family physician at the University of Minnesota, is fighting misleading and false information around a virus outbreak with the very tool used to spread much...
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.
WARNING: Do not allow babies consume water from Tipperary supply
Irish Water has issued a drinking water restriction notice to Tipperary residents. On the advice of the Health Service Executive, water from the Templetuohy Water Supply Scheme should not be con...
Treating stranded students 'like our own’, China assures Pakistan
In phone call with Chinese FM, Qureshi offers field hospital, doctors to help tackle novel coronavirus outbreak
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.
Boris Johnson seems to lets slip HS2 WILL get the green light admitting that the government is 'in a hole' over the £100billion high-speed rail project but will 'keep digging'
Boris Johnson seemed to confirm the go-ahead for the controversial £100billion project in an interview with a 10-year-old on Sky News.
Not the best timing! Budget hotel chain at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak tweets out '#happyfriday!' promotion... hours after two guests were confirmed as UK's first cases
The budget hotel chain at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak sent out an ill-timed tweet promotion...just hours after it confirmed two of its guests were the UK's first cases of the disease.
10 Best Low Calorie Foods That Help You Lose Weight Fast
Looking for low calorie foods to lose weight fast? Here're your top 10 food choices to cut calories and increase satiety this year.
Fifteen Percent of Italians Are Holocaust Deniers, Poll Shows
Some 20 percent of respondents agreed that Mussolini, Hitler’s ally and the father of 20th-century fascism, 'was a great leader who only made a few mistakes'
Greece convenes National Council of Public Health after Coronavirus global emergency
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Greece still records highest youth unemployment in Europe
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Botswana registers first case of 'suspected' Coronavirus
Botswana registered its first "suspected" case of the coronavirus on Thursday, the government said
SA wine industry promotes sober drinking habits through new code
The South African wine industry on Friday announced that it has joined other liquor industries in introducing a new code ...
Manitoba government to end controversial practice of birth alerts in April
The Manitoba government is ending a controversial practice that allowed hospitals to flag new mothers to child welfare agencies.
'Vulnerable' Canadian diplomats and dependents to depart Beijing amid coronavirus outbreak
In light of the spreading coronavirus outbreak, CTV News has learned that Global Affairs Canada has authorized the departure from China of select diplomats and their dependents.
NEIGRIHMS Recruitment for Senior Resident Doctor
NEIGRIHMS Recruitment for Senior Resident DoctorCandidates are advised to go through the official notification and eligibility criteria carefully
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.
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.
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.
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.
No masking the best way to avoid the scary coronavirus: Wash your hands
Americans are watching with alarm as a new coronavirus spreads in China and cases pop up in the United States. They are barraged with information about what kinds of masks are best to prevent viral spread. Students are handing out masks in Seattle. Masks have run out in Brazos County, Texas.
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).
Warren is right. Presidents have the power to bypass Congress on drug pricing
On the presidential primary campaign trail in Iowa, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) brought out a favorite talking point: ways the president can bring down drug prices without waiting for Congress.
American Medical Association releases six tips to improve heart health
To help the millions of Americans currently living with high blood pressure reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke, the American Medical Association is offering six tips that Americans can take to improve their heart health.
Medtronic receives CE Mark for Cobalt and Crome portfolio of ICDs and CRT-Ds
Medtronic plc today announced it has received CE (Conformité Européenne) Mark for its Cobalt and Crome portfolio of implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy-defibrillators (CRT-D).
Taiwan confirms 10th coronavirus case
New patient is husband of 9th case.Taiwan confirmed its 10th case of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Friday (Jan. 31) as the husband of the ninth case in another domestic person-to-person infection.
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
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 ...
Rocket Report: Starlink flies, OneWeb has next mega-constellation launch
“This marks the start of a regular launch campaign during 2020.”
Tertiary Students equipped with skills for the job market
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Spain’s ‘Little Britain’ braces for Brexit
Orihuela, Spain | AFP | On the sun-drenched eastern coast of Spain, British retirees, workers and small business owners are braced for an uncertain future after Britain leaves the European Union on Friday. “It is worrying what happens now,” said Karen Watling, 73, who moved to the Orihuela Costa in Alicante province with her husband after …
I Know Some Algorithms Are Biased—Because I Created One
It was inadvertent, but it taught me an important lesson
I Know Some Algorithms Are Biased—because I Created One
Doing so was inadvertent, but it taught me an important lesson
UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.
Waterloo looks to make no-idling bylaw more efficient
It has been active for a little more than ten years – since then, only 20 tickets have been issued
Auckland fruit fly response comes to a successful end
Friday 31 January 2020
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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.
IrrigationNZ applauds $12.7m funding for Northland water
IrrigationNZ applauds $12.7m funding for Northland water - but more urgently needed
Another death recorded in Enugu Lassa fever outbreak
The death toll in the Lassa fever outbreak in Enugu State has risen to two.According to the Management of the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, UNTH
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.
Chinese communities in Italy warn of 'racism' over Wuhan coronavirus
Prominent figures in Chinese communities in Italy warned Thursday of episodes of "latent racism" against their compatriots by Italians fearful of ...
China to fly overseas citizens back to virus-hit Hubei province
BEIJING: The Chinese government has decided to send charter planes to bring citizens from virus-hit Hubei province who are overseas back "as soon ...
Investors get bullish after WHO lauds China's coronavirus response
"For now, the market’s risk lights have shifted from flickering on red to a steady shade of amber."
BlackRock Appears Interested In North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals
BlackRock sees North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals as Undervalued. Will this trend continue?Comparing Blackrock and Vanguards asset allocation in North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals.BlackRoc
What Is The Keto Flu? Here's How An RD Recommends Preventing It
Are avocados the answer to the dreaded keto flu?
Canberrans can now grow and smoke cannabis, though some questions remain unanswered
Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of. Friday marks Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of.
Majority of Canadians 'satisfied' with the country's abortion policies: poll
A majority of the Canadian public are satisfied with the country’s abortion policies, a new poll says. The DART & Maru/Blue Voice Canada poll released on Friday says 75 per cent of Canadians were “satisfied” with Canada’s abortion policies, with 25 per cent indicating they are not satisfied. Like most countries, Canada’s abortion laws have evolved over …
Coronavirus threat: Student shifted to hospital in Karachi after returning from China
Coronavirus threat: Student shifted to hospital in Karachi after returning from China.
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...
Russia Confirms First Two Cases Of Coronavirus, Two Chinese Nationals Quarantined
Russia has reported its first two cases of coronavirus, as governments scrambled to control the spread of a new coronavirus that has already killed more than 200 people in China.
Teachers' strike to close at least 40 more schools than expected
The teachers’ strike on Tuesday is expected to close at least 40 more schools than originally feared.
Auckland fruit fly response over and produce movement restrictions lifted
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.
IrrigationNZ applauds $12.7m funding for Northland water
IrrigationNZ supports the Government’s decision to inject $12.7m into improving Northland’s water resilience.
Coronavirus: What will happen to the British people being quarantined?
It is understood the British passengers will be taken to an NHS facility on the Wirral to be quarantined for 14 days.
Amazon sees face mask sales surge amid coronavirus fears
Packs of 50 disposable masks have been selling fast on the website.
Medication ‘likely to be cause of death’ of dementia patient (82), inquest hears
MEDICATION prescribed to a dementia patient at St Saviour’s Hospital in 2018 was likely to be the cause of her death, a professor who reviewed the case has told an inquest.
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.
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.
House supports reform thrust
HOUSE Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez yesterday said the leadership of Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano is relentless in its work to help the administration institutionalize the crucial reforms that are vital to delivering the “campaign promises” of President Rodrigo “Rody” Duterte and sustain economic growth.
LGUs told to form task forces vs nCov
THE Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has advised all local government units (LGUs) to create their respective Corona Virus Task Forces to help contain the spread of the disease in the country now that health authorities have confirmed the first case of novel coronavirus (2019 nCov) in the Philippines.
WHO declares virus global emergency
BEIJING — The United States told its citizens not to travel to China in the first major response to the World Health Organization’s declaration of a global emergency over the spreading coronavirus, as Chinese authorities Friday increased the toll to 213 dead and nearly 10,000 infections.
Chinese from Hubei banned
ON the recommendation of the Department of Health President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered a temporary ban on Chinese nationals from China’s Hubei province, where Wuhan City — the epicenter of the novel coronavirus outbreak— is located.
DFA to bring home Filipinos in China
AMID health concerns brought about by the 2019 novel coronavirus (nCoV), the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is set to repatriate next week the first batch of Filipinos in China wishing to go home.
Go for ban on travel from virus epicenter
SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go said he had asked President Rodrigo Duterte to suspend travel from Hubei and its capital Wuhan, the epicenter of a virus outbreak that has spread beyond the country’s borders,.
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
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.
'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.
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
CORONAVIRUS: 20 patients cured, discharged from Wuhan hospital
TWENTY novel coronavirus patients were discharged from the Jinyintan Hospital in Wuhan, China on Friday.Among them were a 67-year-old man
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
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
Investors Should Forget Aurora Cannabis and Buy GWPH Stock Instead
Demand for legal cannabis is not as strong as bulls predicted. As a result, investors should avoid big names like Aurora stock.
Inspectors give their verdict after return visit to Torbay's 'inadequate' children's services
Two inspectors from the government standards watchdog Ofsted - the Office for Standards in Education - carried out a monitoring visit to the department on January 8
China Reports Nearly 10,000 Coronavirus Cases
The World Health Organization says the worldwide spread of the virus is a global health emergency, as well as an "extraordinary event" requiring a coordinated international response.
Coronavirus outbreak: Army sets up quarantine facility in Manesar for 300 students returning from Hubei
Coronavirus outbreak: The death toll in the outbreak has risen to 213, with the number of confirmed cases exceeding 9,000, China’s health authorities confirmed.
EAM Jaishankar thanks Chinese FM Wang Yi for help in evacuation of Indians from Wuhan
After his telephonic conversation with Wang, Jaishankar, in a tweet, said both sides agreed to stay in touch as China dealt with the challenge of the coronavirus. India on Friday sent an Air India flight to bring back Indians stuck in Wuhan after China granted the required permission.
Facebook Cracks Down on Coronavirus 'Conspiracy Theories' that 'Local Health Authorities' Don't Like
Facebook recently stated that it will begin removing "misinformation" relating to the coronavirus after the WHO declared the outbreak in China a global health emergency. The misinformation will be identified not only by "leading global health organizations" as well as China's "local health authorities."
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....
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Shropshire maternity services 'on par or better' than other trusts in England, according to new survey
Maternity services at the Shropshire NHS trust at the centre of an inquiry into baby deaths are on par or better than other trusts in England, according to a survey of more than 150 women.
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....
Countries tighten China travel curbs as official admits mishandling virus outbreak
People in China have so far directed their anger at local officials in Wuhan and Hubei, but the crisis could pose a challenge to President Xi Jinping.
Bid to capture industry’s action on climate crisis
A new project aims to help the Scottish farming industry accurately record and measure the positive steps it is taking to tackle climate change by sequestering carbon.
READERS’ LETTERS: HS2 will have zero benefit to Scotland but we have to pay £9bn towards it
Sir, – The Chancellor Sajid Javid, on behalf of our Westminster lords and masters, has decided to support HS2 at a cost of more than £106 billion (latest estimate).
Coronavirus Q: 'Will a face mask help protect me?' A: It's complicated.
Around the world, people are buying up face masks in hopes of avoiding the Wuhan coronavirus. But do they work? The answer is complicated. Read on for details from health experts.
Astrophysicists Observe Star Dragging Space-Time
Scientists have observed a spinning star dragging space-time along with it, according to a new paper.
‘Sit and wait to die’: Wuhan citizen blasts Chinese response to 'demon' coronavirus
A Chinese citizen living in the epicenter of the deadly coronavirus says the government is not being truthful with people who are "really helpless" to combat the superbug, which has killed more than 200 and infected over 9,000 throughout the country.
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 ...
Image: Hubble spies bar, baby stars
The galaxy depicted in this image taken by the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope is a barred spiral known as NGC 7541, in the constellation of Pisces (the Fishes).
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Study identifies the first potentially invasive species to reach the Antarctica on drifting marine algae
Drifting algae in the Austral Ocean can bring invasive species to the Antarctic coasts, according to a study published in the journal Scientific Reports. The new study describes the first scientific evidence ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Fire shifts review planned
Shropshire’s fire brigade plans a review to help part-time staff manage their work-life balance while maintaining cover, but some stations have “pre-empted” this by changing their shift systems, the governing body has heard.
Increased funding to help schools reorganisation
Increased funding will “stabilise” Powys County Council's creaking schools and education service to allow it to go through a reorganisation, councillors have been told.
Newcastle hospital treating coronavirus pair urges patients to attend as normal
The two patients taken unwell are being treated at the Royal Victoria Infirmary.
Confusion over whether masks are necessary amid coronavirus outbreak
SINGAPORE/KUALA LUMPUR: “Do not wear a mask if you are well” read a warning plastered across the front of Singapore’s main newspaper on Friday, as authorities around the world sought to calm panic buying of masks seen as a guard against the fast-spreading novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
Ariston Thermo Group visits Little Saints Orphanage to show support
A team from Ariston thermo, a global leader in the thermal comfort industry with its Origin from Italy, recently visited Little Saints Orphanage at Ogudu GRA, Lagos State during the Christmas holiday to show support and care.
India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak
India banned exports of all kinds of personal protection equipment, including clothing and masks used to protect people from air borne particles.
International bid from Ethio Telecom (TENDER)
The RFI remains floating from February 3, 2020 up to march 2, 2020. RFI document can be obtained free of charge from Ethio Telecom’s head office room no. 207 during office hours (Monday to Friday). Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from ethio’s Website and collect the RFI document in person from Head quarter, 2nd Floor, and room no. 207.
Read Here: Aaron Akivito Sema from Nagaland makes history at Mt. Everest Fashion Runway
Master Aaron Akivito Sema, a proud 12 years old student of Livingstone Foundation International, Nagaland became the youngest person
UK officials say 2 people test positive for novel coronavirus
Both patients are members of the same family, UK's NHS official says.
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.
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.
Coronavirus quarantine facility set up near Delhi for 300 students returning from China
The Army added that the students can be monitored for a duration of two weeks by a qualified team of doctors and staff members, to watch for any signs of infection.
Expert: Taxes beat bans for promoting reusable bags
More places are restricting or banning plastic bags at the store. A professor of economics and public policy says taxes better push people to reusable.
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.
Longtime Laurier political science prof to be remembered at memorial next week
Barry Kay passed away in December
Japan urges citizens not to travel to China because of virus
TOKYO — The Japanese Foreign Ministry on Friday urged its citizens not to travel to China because of the possibility of the further spread of a new virus.
First Canadian novel coronavirus patient discharged from hospital
TORONTO — A Toronto hospital says a man with novel coronavirus who was being treated there has now been discharged and is recovering at home. The man in his 50s travelled to Toronto from China last week and was Canada's first case of the virus.
Coronavirus outbreak: 366 Indians to be evacuated from Wuhan and quarantined
Over 366 Indians are being evacuated from China and flown to New Delhi by Saturday early morning due to the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019 nCoV) outbreak. Sources said that they will be directly escor
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WelTec launches new degree apprenticeship
WelTec launches new degree apprenticeship to plug skills gap as New Zealand embarks on ambitious infrastructure programme
Survey Shows Lack of Employee Engagement
A survey by Achievers revealed the reasons employees are dissatisfied with their current employees.
Air India flight with Indians from Wuhan to leave for home on Saturday
While Friday's flight is scheduled to take mostly those stranded in Wuhan, Saturday's flight is expected to take those held up in Hubei province
As Coronavirus death toll rises, countries tighten curbs on travel to China
The US and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China.
Coronavirus outbreak: With 5 doctors on board, Air India's B747 plane departs from Delhi to Wuhan
Air India's 423-seater jumbo B747 plane took off from the Delhi airport for Wuhan at around 1.20 pm on Friday to evacuate Indian nationals as China deals with the novel coronavirus outbreak, officials said.
Political Science best graduating student breaks 50-year-old jinx at ABU
This years best graduating student in the political science department, Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), has broken a 50-year-old jinx. The student took to Twitter to share his excitement as he became the first student to graduate
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 […]
Champagne discusses coronavirus response, evacuation with China counterpart
Foreign Affairs Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne has spoken to his Chinese counterpart about the coronavirus outbreak, a day after the World Health Organization called it a global health emergency.
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus 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.
Exeter University cancels Chinese New Year celebrations over coronavirus outbreak
Two people have now been diagnosed in the UK
Excavation to Begin on Next Phase of Summerland Oil Well Cleanup
During the week of February 10, 2019, exploratory excavation work will begin on oil wells leaking onto Summerland Beach, as part of the planning for capping up to three more wells on and off the beach – including the notorious Treadwell #10 offshore well (pictured above). The actual capping work will take place during the months of June/July 2020. State Lands Commission staff notified Heal the Ocean of its progress report to the State Legislature, “Coastal Hazards and Legacy Oil and Gas Well Removal and Remediation Program,” which it presented in December 2019 as preparation for this next phase of the cleanup.
Rural management curriculum launched in Sikkim
The rural management curriculum is a BBA/MBA programme that strives to promote rural studies and rural management in order to enable development of sustainable rural livelihoods, the Chairman of MGNCRE, Dr W G Prasanna Kumar, said.
ASRB ICAR NET 2019 result declared: Steps to check marks online
ASRB ICAR NET 2019: Candidates can check result at asrb.org.in. Those obtaining 50 per cent marks will be considered qualified.
2019 novel coronavirus: A chronology
KUALA LUMPUR, January 31 — Following is the chronology of events relating to the threat of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). The virus, which originated in the city of Wuhan, China, can cause severe respiratory illness, including pneumonia, with fever, cough, breathing difficulty. December...
Malaysia plans tougher penalties for illegal loggers in forest law reform
PUTRAJAYA, Jan 31 — Malaysia is set to beef up its decades-old forestry laws this year in an effort to protect its rainforests from illegal loggers, a senior minister said today. The move would stiffen penalties, including fines and jail terms, for those found guilty of cutting down trees without...
No restrictions on food imports from China, says agriculture minister
MARANG, Jan 31 — There are no restrictions on the import of food from China so far, although the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared a public health emergency following global concerns over the 2019 novel coronavirus infection. Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Datuk Seri...
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”....
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 ...
Mountains influence the impact of earthquakes
According to the research of Professor Mark van der Meijde, mountains influence the impact of earthquakes. It was already known that the topography of an area has an influence on earthquakes, but the ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Chemist synthesizes iron coordination polymer with nicotinic acid derivative
RUDN chemist synthesized iron (II) 3-D coordination polymer, the first coordination compound of iron, assembled from substituted nicotinic acid H2cpna. This compound can be used in production of catalysts, ...
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.
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, ...
Biochemist discovers a promising enzyme to fight cancer cells
A RUDN University biochemist has studied the stimulating effect of chemical substances on the catabolic enzyme PAO (polyamine oxidase). The results could contribute to the development of drugs against ...
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 ...
Dream job as Shropshire university calls for lamb taste testers
It's a dream job for foodies who love lamb, and dozens of volunteers are going to get the chance to try it.
Are you making these common breastfeeding mistakes?
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UK SMEs see their future in the cloud
Cloud computing features strongly in the plans of SMEs for the coming year, with 57 percent planning increased adoption, according to a new report.
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.
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.
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he’s trying to do it on his own
The Trump administration unveiled a plan on Thursday to allow states the option of capping spending on health benefits for millions for Americans, likely prompting them to cover fewer people after Congress rebuffed the idea during the drive to repeal and replace Obamacare in 2017.
To mask or not to mask: confusion spreads over coronavirus protection
SINGAPORE/KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - “Do not wear a mask if you are well” read a warning plastered across the front of Singapore’s main newspaper on Friday, as authorities around the world sought to calm panic buying of masks seen as a guard against the fast-spreading coronavirus.
White House declares health emergency for novel coronavirus
Citizens returning from Hubei Province will be quarantined for 14 days upon returning to the U.S.
Every day is snow day for Turkey's railroad workers
Traveling from Asia to Europe on a train is a comfortable journey for thousands but few know the people who make it possible. Armed with ice-breaking...
Coronavirus outbreak spreads across Europe
Following confirmations in the U.K. and Russia, Sweden's Public Health Agency said Friday that a woman had tested positive for the coronavirus and was...
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online
Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus.
'Empty Roads, Airport': Wuhan Lifeless Seem in Video From Air India Flight
New Delhi (Sputnik): The World Health Organisation has declared the spread of novel Coronavirus, which started in Wuhan, China, as a ‘Public Health Emergency of International Concern’.
Indian Air Force’s AN-32 Aircraft Takes Flight Near Chinese Border With Bio-Fuel in Both Engines
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian Air Force (IAF) is aiming to cut fuel costs by around $4 billion by 2024. With the successful test of the biofuel- blend-powered transport aircraft , the IAF will gradually increase biofuel use across its fleet.
China 'is covering up number of dead' says teacher stranded in Wuhan
‘There's no way of knowing what the real figures are in China.'
York hotel confirms first UK coronavirus victims were guests
The patients were staying in a hotel in York before being taken overnight to a specialist centre in Newcastle.
Isaac Asimov’s Throwback Vision of the Future
The science-fiction giant told stories driven by a faith in humankind. One hundred years after his birth, what use do readers have for such tales?
First Nation votes 'no' on nuclear waste storage in Bruce County, Ont.
First Nation votes 'no' on nuclear waste storage in Bruce County, Ont.
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.
Economic Survey 2020: 60% women in world's fastest growing economy do housework
Women's participation in labour force reduced to 25.3 per cent in 2017-18 from 33.1 per cent in 2011-12, Economic Survey found
Inouye Solar Telescope takes most detailed images of the sun to date
The first images taken by the National Science Foundation's (NSF) latest solar telescope show the cell-like structures "the size of Texas" that cover the sun's surface.
Italy declares coronavirus emergency after first two cases confirmed
ROME: Italy declared a six-month state of emergency on Friday over the new coronavirus, allowing the government to cut through red tape quickly if needed, after two Chinese tourists tested positive for the illness in the first cases detected in the country.
'Hey pretty ladies, put on your masks!' China’s drone army tackles coronavirus by ordering people to wear protection or return home and spraying disinfectant over villages and cities
Vigilantes and government officials are reportedly using the drones to warn individuals about the dangers of coronavirus. The videos are believed to have been filmed in Inner Mongolia, China.
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.
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.
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.
Punjab Budget To Be Presented On Feb 25
The Amarinder Singh-led Punjab government will present its budget for 2020-21 on February 25.
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
What it takes to have a ‘good death’ at home
Letters: Readers respond to a letter from Kathryn Price about the loss of her mother, and share their experiences of nursing, palliative care and dealing with a terminal diagnosis
Virginia Rometty steps down, IBM elevates Arvind Krishna as CEO
Krishna will take charge on April 6, while Rometty, who has been at the helm since 2012, will continue as executive chairman until the end of the year
“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 – …
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.
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.
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.
W.H.O. Demands ‘Gratitude And Respect’ For Chinese Dictator’s Coronavirus Response
Bizarre comments from Director-General as it becomes clear Communists have lied about scale of global pandemic
WHO Orders Countries Not to Engage in “Stigma” or Discrimination” in Response to Coronavirus Outbreak
Mass movement of people more important than preventing a global pandemic.
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.
U.K.'s health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries 'considerable risks to health.'
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
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
‘Kitchen robotics will revolutionise food & beverages industry’
"We are indeed leading the evolution of Indian kitchens from chulah (mud stove) to kitchen bots, also trying to send across a message that kitchen bots are unisex making cooking a chore attributed to all, irrespective of gender," Eshwar K Vikas, co-founder of Mukunda Foods says.
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...
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...
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...
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.
Greta Thunberg nominated for Nobel Peace Prize
STOCKHOLM: Teen climate activist Greta Thunberg and the global protest movement “Fridays for Future” were nominated on Thursday for the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize by two Swedish lawmakers.
Flight attendants sue Boeing over ‘toxic’ air inside plane
The lawsuit alleges contaminated air from the outside off the engines enters the cabin.
How I've explored 13 countries in a wheelchair
There's a lot of stress when it comes to travelling with a disability. But don't let that subtract from a good time or stifle an adventurous spirit.
PM's climate fix puts taxpayer dollars at risk
The bilateral energy agreement with NSW is by a long way the second best, more costly and higher risk climate solution.
Universities wrong-footed by fires, a deadly virus and Brexit
Still reeling from the bushfires, Australia's universities are now facing threats from the coronavirus and aggressive competition from a post-Brexit Britain.
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.
Nigeria has poorest cancer care, control system — Akeredolu
Wife of the Ondo State governor has lamented that the country ranked among countries with the poorest cancer care and control system.
Woman, 55, first patient to recover from coronavirus in Guangzhou
Health officials in Guangzhou, south China, have announced the city's first successfully treated case of the new coronavirus.
Gauhati Medical College Recruitment 2020
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Latest on Coronavirus outbreak: Two patients in England test positive
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty, in a statement about cases of novel coronavirus in England said that two patients in England
Jorhat Medical College & Hospital Recruitment 2020
Name of post: Field AssistantNo of posts: 2 [UR-1, OBC/ MOBC-1]Pay: Rs. 17,000/-Educational Qualification: B.Sc. degree from a recognized Board/University.
AFP Fact Check: Coronavirus — Pakistani officials deny they issued warning over dangers of eating goat meat
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Scientists describe genetic program behind primordial lung progenitors
For the first time, researchers describe the genetic program behind primordial lung progenitors--embryonic cells that give rise to all the cells that form the lining of the respiratory system after birth.
Jackson Laboratory announces research affiliation, publishes new papers on genes and microbiome
January has been an exciting month at The Jackson Laboratory (JAX). With this surplus of news, we wanted to share three major stories from the past week:
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.
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
CBSE to start free counselling for class 10, 12 students, parents from tomorrow
The counselling will be available to students after exams as well. Those who wish to contact with the counselors can do so via toll free number, 1800 11 8004. The facility, as per the official CBSE curriculum will be available till March 30, 2020.
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.
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.
Leila Janah, Indian-origin entrepreneur who hired the poor, dies at 37
Samasource, one of her companies, said the cause was epithelioid sarcoma, a rare soft-tissue cancer.
Report: AI Algorithm Sent First Warnings About China's Coronavirus
According to a recent report by Wired, a Canadian AI-driven algorithm called BlueDot sent the first warnings of the coronavirus outbreak in China beating both the CDC and the WHO.
Facebook to remove false contents on coronavirus
Facebook, US social media platform, says it will start removing false contents aimed at misinforming people about the spread of coronavirus.
If Trump Wants His Racist Border Wall, He'll Have to Start Taking Climate Change Seriously
Ha ha ha. Donald Trump’s impermeable wall ain’t so impermeable, after all. Not even these high walls of racist fury can withstand good ol’ Mother Nature: The Washington Post reported Thursday that the president’s beloved border wall between the U.S. and Mexico would need to leave portions wide open every summer to prevent flash floods from knocking it over.
China locked down 50 million people and has to keep them fed | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BEIJING >> Carrying permits demanding “fast passage,” truck drivers rushed a 560-ton shipment of disinfectant from eastern China to Wuhan, the locked-down city of 11 million people at the center of a vast effort to contain a new viral disease.
Coronavirus: Health officials seek people in contact with UK’s first cases
The pair are currently being treated by Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Countryside service cuts planned
Cuts of £150,000 suggested as part of proposals for a council's housing and community development service could see staff replaced by volunteers.
Climate activists from African nations make urgent appeal
Greta Thunberg joined the activists for a press conference in Sweden.
Boris Johnson says Government must ‘keep digging’ on HS2
The Prime Minister has given the clearest indication yet that he could be about to back the controversial rail project.
Texas Gets the Green Light to Limit Family Planning Services for Poor Women
The Trump administration approved millions in Medicaid funding despite the fact that Texas bars women from seeking care from their provider of choice.
Science and Mathematics to be taught in English again
KUALA LUMPUR: Science and Mathematics subjects will once again be taught in English.
CDC: Flu deaths reach 10K this season
The CDC estimates that so far this flu season there have been at least 19 million flu illnesses and 180,000 hospitalizations.
FG strengthens response plan to stop importation of coronavirus
FG says it has strengthened its preparedness and action plan in collaboration with relevant stakeholders to stop coronavirus from...
Britain’s only sled-dog centre to close due to lack of snow in the Cairngorms
Britain’s only daily working sled-dog centre is shutting its doors because of climate change.
Q&A: Evacuations from China's virus-hit Wuhan
The United States, France and Japan are among nations that have already sent aircraft to remove their nationals.
'Our names will live in infamy': Mayor of Wuhan offers to resign over virus response
The mayor of the city where the coronavirus outbreak began offered to resign and said his handling of the epidemic was “not good enough.”
Coronavirus Emergency: Indian Army Sets Up Quarantine Facility In Haryana For Indians Returning From China
A quarantine facility has been created by Indian Army near Manesar, Haryana which will house approximately 300 Indians who will be arriving from Wuhan amid the outbreak of the coronavirus, reports News18.