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Beauty products - know the risks of using it | TheHealthSite.com
Beauty products - All of us use a liberal amount of beauty products. But have you ever paused to ask yourself the health ramifications of using these?
Winter rice-paper rolls with hot and sour dipping sauce recipe
These look absolutely beautiful.
A Limerick hospital nurse: Staff ‘cannot cope’ with the stress
Overcrowding at UHL: ‘I’ll be honest – there is no dignity for patients on trolleys’
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Science
Akshay Venkatesh: this Perth-raised mathematician and Stanford professor is "one of Australia’s greatest minds". Plus: Lisa Harvey-Smith and Jacques Miller.
Mango and passion-fruit sorbet recipe
Don’t panic about the liquid glucose.
Newborn suffocated the first time he was on bed with a sleeping parent: Coroner
SINGAPORE: A 19-day-old baby died from suffocation the first time he was placed on a bed beside a sleeping parent, a coroner found in documents ...
Leigh-Anne Williams to pursue new roles on 'Expresso' in 2020
'Expresso' presenter Leigh-Anne Williams has taken a step back from hosting duties, to pursue other career opportunities - but it doesn't mean she has left the show for good.
Patients sue Indiana hospital over possible disease exposure
GOSHEN, Ind. (AP) — More than 1,000 surgical patients are suing a northern Indiana hospital after being notified that a sterilization failure could have
The Garmin Forerunner Running Smartwatch is 50% off for Black Friday
Lots of people wait to see the Black Friday deals before making a big purchase, especially for techy stuff like smartwatches. If you've been hankering after a GPS watch to go running with (or you want to buy one for someone for Christmas), Amazon's Black Friday deal on the Garmin Forerunner 735XT is exactly what you need.
How terminal illness can get you into debt
Being diagnosed with a terminal illness is terrifying anyway, let alone went you have to think about money.
Seven Chinese universities in top 10 of QS Asia Rankings
QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a London-based higher education analyst firm, released on Wednesday its latest assessment of Asia’s 500 best universities
12 Media Celebrities You Didn't Know Are Siblings
Media celebrities are always making headlines, be it on newspapers, websites, TV or radio but ...
UK medics fight deadly measles outbreak in Samoa
UK medics will help save lives in Samoa where a fatal outbreak of measles is affecting thousands of people.
The Asset Allocator: Meb Faber - All-Time Highs Are 'Nothing To Be Afraid Of' (Podcast)
ETF manager, author and popular investment blogger Mebane Faber addresses the asset allocation issues of the day. Among our topics in this wide-ranging interview:Faber does not look askance at buy-and
‘Speedy’ diarrhoea diagnosis test developed by UK doctors
Researchers at University Hospital Southampton say the test will ‘revolutionise’ treatment.
'Sci-fi' electrode sleeve offers new hope for millions of paralysis patients
Cutting-edge technology is giving new hope to millions of people living with paralysis across the United States. Researchers at The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research have successfully developed a light-weight, wearable electrode sleeve that regulates and triggers finger movement in quadriplegics.
Kenyan Professor Who Skipped High School
He defied odds and engraved his name among the notable people, going on to be appointed...
Cholera outbreak: Ogun death toll now five
Daud Olatunji, Abeokuta The death toll as a result of a cholera outbreak in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, has risen to five and it includes a four-month-old baby and 33-year-old pregnant woman. ...
Wild animals at Tirupati gates
As the city expands, man-animal conflicts have become frequent in a territorial battle
Who are we writing for? Investigative storytelling for grannies and lawmakers
"Broadcast journalism forces you to think very differently," reporter Harry Karanikas tells us in our monthly Meet The Investigators series.
Metro Vancouver bus stop stabbing victim on his incredible survival story
It was a cold night in December 2011 and the then-19-year-old, an avid transit user, was about to board the 701 bus, his last transfer to Maple Ridge.
Students invent ‘smart’ dustbin to identify, collect trash
This prototype of the 'smart dustbin' has been developed by students of the first semester who are now working towards adding a more features like a built-in camera, a mechanical hand/holder, and additional sensors.
Pandora’s Box: Potentially Hazardous Seismic Faults Spotted Off California Coast
Such blindspots don't appear to be a rare occurrence even in over-researched areas, with concerns mounting about how to come up with an early tsunami or earthquake warning system to safeguard densely-populated places.
Trolley numbers for this year are the highest since records began, INMO says
The INMO said today that over 108,300 people have gone without beds so far this year.
QUT launches new $7.5m Centre for Data Science
Projects already underway with Qld govt.
Getting the measure of fermented foods
Research Lives: John Leech, PhD researcher at APC Microbiome Ireland
America: Your mobile video quality is the worst of all G7 countries
The mobile video experience in the US has improved, but it's still worse than Canada's or Mexico's.
Mum shares brilliant 'unicorn potion' trick to get kids to take their medicine
The post has been flooded with comments from grateful parents.
‘Speedy’ diarrhoea diagnosis test developed by UK doctors
Researchers at University Hospital Southampton say the test will ‘revolutionise’ treatment.
Batch of Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce urgently recalled due to 'exploding bottle'
Customers have been warned that the exploding chili sauce could irritate the skin or eyes
Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Health
Joe Ibrahim: the geriatric medicine specialist exposing the "astonishing" truth behind some nursing-home deaths. Plus: David Caldicott and Wendy McCarthy.
Guarantee a Family Fight This Christmas by Grabbing One or More Kinds of Monopoly in the Black Friday Sales
Is there a game moe routinely despised, but still so widely accepted as Monopoly? Some older people claim video games bring out the worst in people, but they routinely forget all the strife and physical violence that's been caused because Dad was pilfering notes out of the bank when nobody was looking.
Bottles of hot sauce recalled over 'risk of explosion'
Customers are advised to immediately return the sauce.
Tinsel roasting on an open fire? Dr. Manny's top tips for Christmas decorating safety
Christmas is just around the corner and Fox News Health Senior Managing Editor Dr. Manny Alvarez has the top safety tips for holiday decorating.
3 wounded in knife attack
Three people were wounded in a stabbing in The Hague’s main shopping district Friday night, and police were searching for at least one suspect, authorities said.
'#DontAbuseOurStaff' - Homeowner leaves rude note on parked ambulance during emergency
Life-saving paramedics returned to their vehicle to find the note
Better Buy: Square vs. American Express
A case of the turtle and the hare?
Syria constitutional talks end without consensus on agenda: U.N. envoy
GENEVA (Reuters) - A second week-long round of Syrian talks has ended without a meeting of the group of 45 delegates meant to be negotiating on the constitution, United Nations Special Envoy Geir Pedersen said on Friday.
Enugu teachers seek 65 years retirement age - The Nation Newspaper
The Association of Primary School Head Teachers of Nigeria (AOPSHON), Enugu state Wing, has called for the extension of teachers...
Fitbit’s cheapest fitness tracker just got 43% cheaper for Black Friday
Black Friday’s a great time to pick up a discounted fitness tracker, and the Fitbit Inspire has dropped to nearly half price on Amazon today.
Fractured Minds review – A concentrated, clever exploration of life with mental illness
Living with anxiety, depression and other world-warping mental health issues. Cross-platform interactive short Fractured Minds is a powerful and perceptive experience that conveys what it’s like. O…
Alarmists Propose Rebranding ‘Climate Change’ for Greater Shock Value
Climate change alarmists are pushing for a change in vocabulary to scare people into taking global warming more seriously.
Why are cafe coffees always geared for right-handers?
I’m a left-handed coffee drinker who always has to turn the cup so the handle is on the left and move the spoon to the other side of the saucer.
Huawei will reportedly sue the FCC over new restrictions
Last week saw the FCC approve a measure that would deny subsidies to carriers who use equipment from Huawei, ZTE, or any other “bad actors.” The FCC’s Universal Service Fund has $8.5 billion ready to subsidize carriers in making improvements…
Construction worker dies after Sydney pipe bursts
A Sydney construction worker has died in hospital after being struck in the head by a burst pressurised water pipe.
Dhaka University fails to attract foreign students
Dhaka University, which was once called the Oxford of the East for its quality of education, is not having foreign students as expected, as the centennial of its founding approaches.
South Africa's Karoo drills and prays as taps run dry
GRAAFF-REINET, South Africa (Reuters) - South Africa’s Karoo region has always been parched - it means land of thirst in the language of its earliest inhabitants, the Khoisan hunter gatherers.
Neil Pasricha's new book shows how wrestling with failure can make you 'awesome'
For an author who has made a career out of writing about awesomeness, positivity, happiness and the need to embrace the simple pleasures in life, Neil Pasricha’s starting point for his latest…
A Blessing on Your Head – Ethical? – The Science of Kabbalah [audio]
This week Rav Yitzchak and William discuss the weekly Torah portion where we read the story of a supposed deception played out when Rebecca convinces her son to fool his father who is about to give a blessing to Esau. Does this raise any ethical questions, and how does it relate to our struggle and the consequences we experience in life?
Former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif undergoes medical tests in London: Reports
Sharif, 69, left for London on November 19 in an air ambulance for medical treatment after the Lahore High Court allowed him to travel abroad for four weeks.
Blood-orange and lime spritzer non-alcoholic cocktail recipe
The lime syrup recipe here makes enough for two batches of this non-alcoholic cocktail.
Bongo Assembly awards tertiary scholarships to 64 students
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Good Weekend's Who Mattered 2019: Health
Joe Ibrahim: the geriatric medicine specialist exposing the "astonishing" truth behind some nursing-home deaths. Plus: David Caldicott and Wendy McCarthy.
Beer suds to soap suds: waste alcohol finds use in green detergent
LEUVEN, Belgium (Reuters) - The next time you wash your dishes, you could find yourself up to your elbows in soap suds spiked with leftover alcohol, if the world’s largest brewer and a environmentally friendly detergent firm have their way.
SoCal storm: Rain, snow continue on Friday
Some rain and snow will continue to fall in Southern California on Friday and intermittently over the next several days.
Bulgaria Is among the Countries Which Export the most Grain
Bulgaria is one of the leading exporters of grain. Over the past year, it exported grain worth more than $ 1 billion, or a quarter of the country's total exports.
Record 108,364 people stuck on a hospital trolley so far this year
INMO seeking formal intervention by Health Information and Quality Authority
Shocking figures reveal 2019 has been the worst for hospital overcrowding with a full month left to go
The alarming figure breaks 2018's previous record with a full month left to go in the year
New automated method helps identify cancer cell metabolism inhibitors
UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers have developed a new automated method for testing hundreds of molecules at a time to find out which ones block cancer cells from consuming glucose - the sugars they need to spread and grow.
Cat's 'tail' of survival
The name Journey was a fitting choice for this special cat.
Pupils explore the great outdoors in Cullompton thanks to Forest School scheme
Youngsters at Willowbank School are leaving the classrooms to learn and explore the great outdoors
Real or fake: Choosing the best Christmas tree for the planet
Artificial tree has to be used for 20 years to have the impact of one live cut tree says Sierra Club
We have something to say… Don't drink and drive.
New Zealand Police, the NZ Transport Agency, Fire and Emergency New Zealand, and Wellington Free Ambulance are joining forces on the road tonight to remind people not to drink and drive.
I’m Willing To Pay Groom Price When It’s Time To Re-marry – Tonto Dikeh
Nollywood screen diva, Tonto Dikeh is in the news again after saying she is ready to pay groom price and sponsor her wedding when she finds another man.
Teen vanishes - and may be more than 100 miles from home
Amelia Hebszynski, 16, went missing from her home in Tipton on Wednesday, November 27, and has not been in contact with her family since
Prosecuting Sowore will strengthen Nigeria's democracy - Nigerian professionals
The Association of Nigerian Professionals in Europe (ANPE) on Thursday, November 28, said that the prosecution of the publisher of Sahara Reporters, Omoyele Sowore, will strengthen Nigeria's democracy.
The extension fiasco: Who won, who lost?
Once this issue hits the parliament floor it could reveal the true colours of the opposition parties
Danielle Rose Russell Talks About The Love Triangle With Hope, Landon & Josie on 'Legacies'
The love triangle between Hope, Landon and Josie on Legacies is about to become even more complicated than it once was, Danielle Rose Russell reveals.
Polish firm’s drones, from lifesaver to invisible model, take to the skies
MIKOLOW (Poland), Nov 29 — Silently the eight propellers of the Hermes V8MT drone begin to spin and the large yellow aircraft rises up, locates its direction and moments later disappears into the sky in southern Poland. Today the drone is making a successful 8.5-kilometre test flight near the...
Meet three female philosophers you have probably never heard of in the field of big consciousness
We have to ask ourselves why the philosophical ideas of Mary Calkins, May Sinclair, and Hilda Oakeley have been largely forgotten.
Man travels down the Thames with his dog to collect presents for homeless
They've had a great response from the public so far.
Clinic opens to solve men's sexual health issues, 100% money back guarantee
A New men’s only clinic that specializes in providing trusted solutions for men suffering from erectile dysfunction, low testosterone, low libido, low reproductive fluid and other male infertility issues has commenced in Lagos.
I’m Willing To Pay Groom Price When It’s Time To Marry- Tonto Dikeh
Nollywood screen diva, Tonto Dikeh is in the news again after saying she is ready to pay groom price and sponsor her wedding when she finds another man.
Enugu state teachers seek 65 years retirement age
The Association of Primary School Head Teachers of Nigeria , Enugu state Wing, has called for the extension of retirement age in the state.
Farmers battle 'worst autumn in memory' to get seeds planted and crops out of the ground
Crop growing across East Anglia has been severely disrupted by prolonged wet weather - and there are fears the effects will continue to be felt next year.
Chinese astronomers discovered a black hole so big it shouldn't exist according to current science
Chinese scientists have discovered a black hole that’s so big it throws into question previous beliefs about how black holes are formed.
Supermassive Black Hole Appears To Have Created New Stars In Several Far-Off Galaxies
Supermassive black holes are often portrayed as gigantic and ravenous beasts, ready to destroy anything that gets too close. And while that it is certainly
French lawmakers seek to ban Black Friday sales
PARIS — Dozens of French activists blocked an Amazon warehouse south of Paris in a Black Friday-inspired protest, amid increased opposition to the post-Thanksgiving sales phenomenon that has seen a
Toward Mobile Health-Care with Medical-IoT Devices
Prof D. Chen-Yi Lee, National Chiao Tung University in Taiwan, provides details about the project Toward Mobile Health-Care with Medical-IoT Devices
Two hurt, one seriously, in sunken ship rescue mission; Search halted over weather
Two rescue workers were injured during a search and rescue mission for a sunken fishing cutter and two missing sailors from Urk on the North Sea on Thursday. One of the two rescuers sustained
Norovirus outbreaks confirmed in South Devon
Cases have been confirmed at hospitals and care homes in the area
Ghana-Burkina Faso railway progresses steadily - Deputy Minister
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Antarctica, 'heart of the Earth' needs protection: Expert
PUNTA ARENAS, Chile: It may be remote and uninhabited but Antarctica is suffering from man's activities, says the director of the Chilean ...
Crossbow killer to die in jail over ‘evil’ murder of heavily pregnant ex-wife
Ramanodge Unmathallegadoo had claimed the killing was an accident.
No matter your age, it's the quality of friendships that matters, not quantity
New research about relationships backs up this age-old adage.
How to give your kids a personal message from Santa by chatting to Alexa
If you have an Alexa at home here's how to get your message
AI can increase people's wellbeing but potential dangers remain
A delegation of members of the European Economic and Social Committee visited three Finnish technological hubs to assess the potential benefits and dangers of artificial intelligence for our society.
Time to have ‘the talk’ with your health insurer?
It's not you, it's them. A romance always starts out hot. But the honeymoon stage doesn’t last forever, particularly when it comes to you and your health
Need Something to Ease Your Digestion After Eating? This Gentle Yoga Flow Does Just That
Adriene Mishler brings us a 13-minute yoga flow for digestion perfect for that post-Thanksgiving lull or after any meal where you've overeaten.
How Exactly Is Kombucha Made?
Kombucha is purported to have various health benefits but what proof is there for these claims?
Scientists develop robot personal trainer to coach at gym
Robot Pepper can tell jokes, show sympathy, lean in towards the runner and change eye colour to express emotion.
Inspiring story of man who was called to bar after wrongful 12 years imprisonment
A Nigerian man who was recently called to bar, is currently being celebrated on social media for his determination. According to a Facebook user who shared the story, he was incarcerated for 12 years for a murder he didn't commit.
This Made Hitler Mad: Why Allied Commandos Stormed Nazi-Occupied Norway to Destroy Fish Oil Factories
The raid at Vågsøy was planned with an unusual target in mind: fish oil factories. The Nazis were interested less in the dietary benefits of the omega-3 fatty acids, so much as the oil’s ability to
In Antarctica, tourists swim among penguins
HALF MOON ISLAND, Antarctica: "It's like getting stabbed," a tourist exclaims as he plunges into the three degree Celsius water, all under the ...
Massive Attack commision climate change research
The Tyndall Centre will investigate strategies for reducing the live music industry's climate footprint.
'Allocate a chill-out zone': how to keep the family peace at Christmas
Lawyers, therapists and hostage negotiators explain how to defuse festive conflicts
Slow cities of Turkey: Göynük
We all need a little peace and quiet from time to time, and on such occasions it pays to head off somewhere where life runs at a slower pace. Somewhere like Göynük, in fact...
Wild snow leopard's vision restored after world-first cataract surgery
A wild snow leopard found injured and unable to see has had its vision restored after Chinese veterinarians removed a cataract in what they say is a world-first surgical procedure.
Why Did The Sloth Cross The Road? To Pose For This Year's 'Capturing Ecology' Photo Contest
The British Ecological Society has announced the winners of its annual ecology-themed photo competition. From boas, birds, and birches, through to a three-toed sloth trying to cross the road, this year’s crop is a wondrous celebration of our planet’s remarkable diversity.
Team makes materials that water, heat, or mechanical forces can alter into new shapes
Consider the range of possibilities from 4-D printed materials that transform underwater, or fibers that snap into a particular shape when they are cut out of a flat panel, or coaxing shifting sands in ...
Equities Slip While Investors Mark Time
The eurozone reported its preliminary estimate for November CPI rose more than expected.Germany surprised by a decline in November unemployment queues, which slimmed by 16k.The euro is stuck near its
Op-ed: Assuring women, young girls a life free from violence should be everyone’s business
Solomon Ayele Dersso (PhD) & Aya Chebbi, for Addis Standard Addis Abeba, November 29/2019 – Violence, weather in the form of verbal abuse, online trolls, sexual harassment, physical assault or rape, remains to be the most common form of oppression that women and young girls face. It is so pervasive. ...
Amazon Fires Increase Glacial Melting Hundreds Of Kilometers Away
The fires in the Amazon rainforest this year – the highest prevalence of fires here since 2010 – gripped the attention of the planet and brought much-neede
Chinese astronomers discovered a black hole so big it shouldn’t exist according to current science
Chinese scientists discovered a black hole so that’s so big that it throws into question previous beliefs about how black holes are formed.
Number of children requiring treatment for cannabis misuse failed to improve in the last 3 years
Public Health England has today revealed that a staggering 12,702 young people entered treatment last year because of problems with cannabis.
Abandoned cat found with child's heartbreaking note attached to collar
Staff at the Effingham County Animal Shelter posted a photo of Violet on Facebook along with a little girl's note found tied round her collar, leaving people in tears with the sad story
'My wallet or my health': Saskatchewan patients call for insulin pump funding
"This sounds weird, but I really don't have a Plan B if it fails," he admitted. "I don't know what I'd do."
Scientists discover 'monster' black hole that 'should not even exist'
Scientists at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have discovered a monster black hole larger than thought possible.
Men born from older mothers at risk of heart problems
Researchers have found that placenta changes could suggest that male offspring are more at risk of heart problems later on in life
Black Is Still the Only Color for Pierre Soulages
An exhibition at the Louvre will celebrate the French painter’s 100th birthday. The only other artists given shows there during their lifetimes were Picasso and Chagall.
Study reveals exposure of new-born babies in NICU environment to harmful chemicals
A multidisciplinary team of scientists from Granada has warned for the first time of the presence of bisphenol A (BPA) and parabens (PBs) in a wide range of plastic medical devices, fabrics, personal care products (including topical creams), and nutritional supplements in hospital neonatal intensive care units, coming into direct contact with new-born babies.
UNEP’s Emissions Gap Report warns: ‘Very hard to meet 1.5 degree goal without deeper, faster cuts’
This is from the recently published United Nations Gap Emissions Report 2019 that presents a grim assessment on the yawning gap between 'what countries have committed and what they actually require to do to limit greenhouse gas targets'.
Monster black hole that is so big it 'should not even exist' was discovered
A massive black hole was discovered and it is so big it "should not even exist."
Cameras reveal how animals change behaviour when people move in
The images revealed shifts in the daily hunting habits of carnivores, such as wolves, cougars and coyotes, when humans disturbed their habitat.
Full extent of Shropshire maternity scandal 'may never be known'
The full extent of the maternity scandal at Shropshire's major hospitals may never be known, according to the senior midwife leading the independent inquiry.
Cameroonian invents boat made from plastic bottles to offer poor fisher folks chance to earn a living
The menace of plastic waste littering confronts many African cities. From clogging city drains to being an eyesore, they serve as a nuisance, but Ismaël Essome Ebone from the Cameroonian city of Douala proffers a solution. Ebone aware that fisher folks were unable to purchase wooden canoes to undertake fishing because of high prices and...
“High unemployment, cause of drug abuse in Ghana"- Psychologist
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BREAKING: Court orders reinstatement of sacked FUOYE lecturer
Abiodun Nejo, Ado Ekiti The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, has ordered the immediate reinstatement of a lecturer of Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Pro...
CHEAP: Get 46% off this hi-tech treat dispenser for the pup in your life
Don't let your pets starve to death when you're away and your horrible friends forget to feed them. The Furbo dog camera is nearly 50 percent off now.
Scientists discover tectonic fault zone through undersea fiber-optic cables
The idea of using underwater fiber-optic cables to observe earthquakes has been explored in the past by researchers from the UK, Italy, and Malta.
AstraZeneca eyes early 2020 FDA verdict on Imfinzi in SCLC
The FDA has started a priority review of AstraZeneca’s immuno-oncology drug Imfinzi as a first-line treatment for small cell lung cancer (SCLC), with a decision due in the first quarter of next year.
Rocket Report: Cornwall locals protest spaceport, China’s toxic rocket problem
"Labour against the rocket in Branson's pocket."
SSPCA in plea to find homes for fun-filled ferrets who've been in long-term care
Animal welfare experts are desperate to find new owners for Dec, Brian and Ozzy.
New Media as future of the newsroom: Myth or reality?, by Edward Dickson
The new media is the translation of Marshall McLuhan’s prediction in his seminal 1964 book, Understanding Media: Extensions of Man,
Scientists develop robot personal trainer to coach at gym
Robot Pepper can tell jokes, show sympathy, lean in towards the runner and change eye colour to express emotion.
Concerned group wants Forestry Commission to help stem illegal logging
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CSO figures reveal renters more likely than homeowners to be in 'consistent poverty'
Renters were found to be more likely to be notably suffering financially as a result of moving out.
Should You Drink Full-Cream Milk?
The Heart Foundation now recommends full-fat milk, cheese and yoghurt or reduced-fat options as part of its updated dietary advice for 2020. This moves away from earlier advice that recommended only reduced-fat dairy when it comes to heart health. So, what’s behind the latest change? And what does this mean for...
Goddess Padmavathi rides the Sun and the Moon in Tiruchanur
The Bejewelled deity becomes the cynosure of all eyes
Oldest living American dies at age 114
Alelia Murphy passed away Saturday at the age of 114.
Johnny Jones: Why the number of US troops in Afghanistan doesn't matter
The number of U.S. troops stationed in Afghanistan doesn't matter as much as how they are employed to keep the peace, retired U.S. Marine Bomb Technician and Fox News contributor Johnny Jones said Friday.
Tourists' presence might accelerate Antarctica's demise
A 40% increase in the number of tourists to Antarctica this year could lead to accelerated environmental degradation of the vulnerable region say scientists.
Mexico City traffic chaos a matter of life or death
It's a peculiar scene: in the middle of a busy Mexico City intersection, police officers earnestly blow their whistles, instructing oncoming ...
Changes to festive bin collections announced - here's who is affected
Thousands of households will see changes
Single dad 'overcome with joy' after holding adopted daughter with Down syndrome for the first time
Alba was given up for adoption by her mother because she has Down syndrome
You Can Buy a Lifetime Membership to Pornhub Premium Today Thanks To Black Friday
Pornhub is great for porn, because you can access a huge database of porn without having to sign up or pay for access, but that doesn't mean everything is so freely accessible. Some people may have noticed that there are videos and features locked away behind a subscription, which costs between £8 and £10 a month. But what if you could pay a bunch of money in one go and access Pornhub Premium for the rest of your life?
Health crisis moves from tragedy to farce
GOVERNMENT has failed to solve its impasse with medical doctors, who have withdrawn services from the country's major hospitals for 89 days today. While the cou...
The Clean Green Pakistan Index: A futile exercise?
The initial phase of the index also calls for cities to compete to beautify the city as well as on sanitation
Pinoy-made ocean waste collector and dengue mapper to join the NASA global hackathon
MANILA, Philippines - A deployable, autonomous ocean waste collection system utilizing space data to locate nearby garbage patches built by students from De La Salle University and an automated information portal which correlates dengue cases with real-time data from satellite, climate, and search engines won the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's International Space Apps Challenge last October 18-20, 2019 in Manila
Climate change 'tipping points' too close for comfort
Locked inside the tundra of Russia, Alaska and Canada, for example, is twice as much CO2 and methane as there is already in the atmosphere. If humanity cannot manage...
What the Moomins can tell us about fighting climate despair
These books were written in the 1940s, but they can be read as parables of today's climate catastrophe
Why this hurry to discuss my reincarnation, I am quite well: Dalai Lama
The 14th Dalai Lama himself has said in the past that it is not necessary that the tradition should continue
Aise Hee: When liberation comes from a personal loss
Kislay's Aise Hee premiered at the Busan International Film Festival’s New Currents competition section this year.
Healthy coral sounds lure fish back to abandoned reefs, study finds
With global heating damaging corals worldwide, experts find potential tool in ‘acoustic enrichment’ to recolonise reefs
Woman walks again after surgery to stop weak neck being crushed by skull
Erin Meegan, 34, was bedridden for more than 20 hours a day in constant pain - now she's recovering from rare surgery funded by £70,000 fundraiser
IIT researchers and NCSM join to create 'Gandhipedia'
The first phase is expected to be completed by March next year followed by four more phases till March, 2024, it said.
"A Stroke Of Bad Luck" Pushed Neanderthals Into Extinction, Says New Study
What killed off the Neanderthals? It’s often posed that the Neanderthals, our heavy-browed cousins that stomped around Europe and western Asia until 40,000
Check Out These Green Friday Deals From Dispensaries In States Where Cannabis Is Legal
Now that marijuana is legal in the majority of US states, whether for medical or recreational use, cannabis dispensaries are getting in on the “Black Friday” madness by having sales on ...
Don’t buy the hype about a looming bacon shortage
Some reports have indicated that there could be a bacon shortage in 2020, but one economist isn't convinced you need to freak out about your breakfast fave.
Change in fire season statuses for Auckland
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is updating the fire seasons for Auckland.
Dropping fizzy drinks from your diet could help you lose weight ahead of Christmas
If you're struggling to lose weight there could be a simple fix
Patients sue Indiana hospital over possible disease exposure
GOSHEN, Ind. (AP) — More than 1,000 surgical patients are suing a northern Indiana hospital after being notified that a sterilization failure could have exposed them to deadly infections. The...
Charity pantomime raises smiles and cash for hospice
The curtain rose on Mary Stevens Hospice's annual charity pantomime which will see hundreds raised for the charity.
Jeremy McConnell becomes dad again as Katie McCreath gives birth
Jeremy McConnell and his solicitor girlfriend have welcomed a little girl
Expo 2020 Dubai calls itself 'the world's greatest show': So what can you expect?
There's less than 12 months to go before the 2020 World Expo in Dubai opens its doors.
New prostate cancer test could only require urine sample at home
A new test for prostate cancer that only requires a urine sample, to be collected at home, is being developed by scientists.
Claire Le Michel, French contemporary dancer and poet, uses poetry to peek into the kaleidoscope of life
Claire Le Michel, who was in Thiruvananthapuram for a workshop and performance, explores a plethora of themes in her long poem ‘A Dancing Cow’ through the coming-of-age story of a six-year-old girl
Expo 2020 Dubai calls itself 'the world's greatest show': So what can you expect?
There's less than 12 months to go before the 2020 World Expo in Dubai opens its doors.
Omega Seamaster deal: Black Friday sale slashes £1,500 off this amazing timepiece
That's 25% off a quality Swiss timepiece at Goldsmiths
Jennifer Aniston, Jimmy Kimmel and the Friendsgiving enchiladas
Jennifer Aniston finally delivered on Jimmy Kimmel's request and his reaction was priceless!
Overseas experts criticize US signing of Hong Kong-related act into law
Political experts worldwide and overseas Chinese communities have criticized the signing of a Hong Kong-related act into law by the United States, saying the move interferes in China's internal affairs.
What Blood Tests You Should Ask For Based On Your Family History
When it comes to labs and blood work, it’s difficult to know exactly what to ask for.
Health insurance: Hygeia HMO announces 20% discount
HMO, has will today began its first-ever Black Friday sales in health services even as it announced 20 per cent discounts on its health plans for shoppers
BREAKING Jeremy McConnell becomes dad again as Katie McCreath gives birth
Jeremy McConnell and his new girlfriend have welcomed a little girl
Company Asks Female Employees To Wear ‘Period Badges’ To End Stigma
A company in Japan is asking its female employees to wear a badge to signal when they’re on their period to beat the existing stigma
Babies Birth Comes Too Soon - Baby Arriving before 38 weeks of pregnancy
Babies Birth Comes Too Soon - Newborn Arriving before 38 weeks of pregnancy. Read of a pre term birth at thehealthsite.com
World Aids Day reflects importance of community effort
Sunday 1 December is World Aids Day and the theme of this year’s observance is that communities can make a difference by fighting to end the epidemic.
They Keep Times Square in Order, and a Statue Front and Center
Several Times Square security officers have been doing double duty as “public art ambassadors” for a Kehinde Wiley monument, which ends its New York visit this weekend.
Zuma and Thales’ leave to appeal dismissed with costs
Former president Jacob Zuma’s leave to appeal the refusal of a permanent stay of the graft charges he faces was denied with costs by a full bench of the Pietermaritzburg High Court on Friday.The leave to appeal for French arms manufacturer Thales was also dismissed with costs.Advocate Muzi Sik
This AI system may help doctors treat patients with traumatic brain injury
The study noted that the new AI system can predict the probability of the patient dying within 30-days with accuracy of 80-85 per cent
Amazon forest fires melting glaciers over 2,000 km away in Andes: Study
The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, found that aerosols from biomass burning, such as black carbon, can be transported by wind to tropical Andean glaciers
Scientists Turn Undersea Fiber Optic Cables Into Seismographs
Monitoring seismic activity all over the world is an important task, but one that requires equipment to be at the site it's measuring -- difficult in the middle of the ocean. But new research from Berkeley could turn existing undersea fiber optic cables into a network of seismographs, creating an un...
Four Ebola responders killed by rebels in eastern DRC, WHO alarmed
It was by far the deadliest such attack in the second-worst Ebola outbreak in history, the United Nations health agency said.
In Albania, a race to save lives on ground that keeps shaking
With each piece of rubble pulled off the twisted pile of steel and concrete that used to be a four-story home, Luca Martino and his rescue dog, Foglia, were called into action.
Expert wildlife tracker featured in documentary seeks aid
The Irula tribesman, Bomman, is struggling to make a living and has appealed to the government for a pension
Terminal illness and the predictability of pie
It was June 2010 when I first encountered the pie recipe that would change my life. If you are wondering how I can possibly remember the moment in which I found the baked good that I did not even know I had been searching for, it is because of the exterior of my life, which was rattling around like old pennies in a pocket. My father was dying. The year before, he had been diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease, otherwise known as ALS.
Debate over whether teachers should toilet-train toddlers
Schools are 'pushing back' on their involvement in toilet training and hope kids no longer need nappies by the time they're in Reception
Hide All Your Porn on the Cheap With 45% Off This 10TB WD Hard Drive
Do you have a huge collection of porn on your computer? What about vast collections of more work-friendly digital media and an aversion to cloud storage? Amazon has a deal you might want to pay attention to: a 10TB hard drive with 45 per cent off the normal price.
Bengaluru: Six people injured after detonator explodes in forensic lab
According to the police, the explosion happened at the FSL lab of Karnataka Police while handling a sample sent by the Raichur police.
Varsity magt denies expelling student for impregnating lecturer
Ibrahim said the news flying around was from the imagination of its writer which is tailored towards destroying the image of the school.
New Strawberry-Flavored H.I.V. Drugs for Babies Are Offered at $1 a Day
Thousands of infants are doomed to early deaths each year, in part because pediatric medicines come in hard pills or bitter syrups that need refrigeration.
17 Simple Ways To Express Your Love To Your Partner
Any relationship can't exist without partners showing their affection to each other. Here are 17 simple way to express your love.
TTD to utilise services of retired employees for welfare of pilgrims
No emoluments will be paid to them, says Additional EO
Michaela Kleisinger is living a dream with University of Regina Cougars
Michaela Kleisinger grew up cheering for the University of Regina Cougars women’s basketball team, for which she is now a fifth-year player.
The Hidden Trucking Industry Subsidy
This US based article shows we ‘public’ give an exorbitant unfair amount of subsidy to the trucking industry.
Goldman Sachs is going through a huge transformation under CEO David Solomon. Here’s everything you need to know.
Here’s everything we know about what’s going on inside Goldman, from its changing tech culture to shakeups in its inner ranks.
Wild snow leopard's vision restored after world-first cataract surgery
A wild snow leopard found injured and unable to see has had its vision restored after Chinese veterinarians removed a cataract in what they say is a world-first surgical procedure.
A chemical pregnancy is a miscarriage, but doctors say it’s a good sign if you’re trying to get pregnant
Conception doesn’t always lead to a baby. Sometimes pregnancy ends quickly on its own.
The 'Keto For Carb Lovers' Cookbook Is On Sale For 32 Percent Off On Amazon For Black Friday 2019
There's no denying that the keto diet dominated health and wellness trends in 2019. The super low-carb, moderate protein, and high-fat diet helped countless people achieve their weight-loss and health goals this year, so what's not to love? Well, there's that whole part about completely cutting out carbs...I'm talking fruit, grains, and yes...BREAD.
Amid 'air apocalypse', mask-clad Lahore looks for answers
When black smoke from burning rice stubble in nearby India swept into Lahore - one of Pakistan's largest and wealthiest cities - earlier this month, outraged residents declared an ‘air apocalypse’ and the provincial government shut down schools.
A network of cables at the bottom of the ocean is helping scientists detect earthquakes
Internet submarine cables will be used to detect earthquakes, A team of researchers has revealed how to easily set up an underwater earthquake detectors
Goldman Sachs is going through a huge transformation under CEO David Solomon. Here's everything you need to know.
Here's the latest news about Goldman Sachs.
These female African scientists have changed the world in various ways
Women have been responsible for some of the most important scientific revolutions that shaped the modern world. From Marie Curie’s discoveries about radiation to Grace Hopper’s groundbreaking work on computer programming, and Barbara McClintock’s pioneering approach to genetics. But too often their stories aren’t just about the difficulties they faced in cracking some of the toughest problems in science, but also...
Balloon release planned for tragic Glasgow mum, 26, who died suddenly giving birth to baby boy
A BALLOON release has been planned in tribute to a “beautiful” mum who tragically died after giving birth. Stacy Louise Joyce, 26, from Drumchapel, Glasgow, passed away after giving birth to baby b…
Brexit Britain’s big talk on space fails to fly
European aerospace firms get in work contracts as much as their governments fund the European Space Agency, but the UK lags behind.
'New home test can detect aggressive prostate cancer'
A new test can detect signs of prostate cancer using urine samples collected at home, according to a study which could predict whether patients will require treatment for the disease up to five years earlier than current methods.
Call for steps to increase forest cover in Andhra Pradesh
Experts express concern over global climate change
NASA intends to purchase seats on commercial space flights
NASA has confirmed its intention to buy seats on possible private space missions, to support its “low-Earth orbit commercialisation goals”.
'Fake lawyers' with bogus degrees a problem across Canada
Fake lawyers with bogus law degrees are scamming Canadians out of hundreds of thousands of dollars and preying on the vulnerable.
China mixing military and science in Arctic push: Denmark
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - China’s military is increasingly using scientific research in the Arctic as a way into the region, a Danish intelligence service said on Friday, as it warned of intensifying geopolitical rivalry in the Earth’s freezing North.
Scientists spot black hole so huge it 'shouldn't even exist' in our galaxy
Astronomers have discovered a black hole in the Milky Way so huge that it challenges existing models of how stars evolve, researchers said Thursday.
East Africa struggles with heavy rains as thousands displaced
Flood-hit Djibouti, Kenya struggle to cope after major downpours affect hundreds of thousands across the Horn of Africa.
Social Innovation Ireland Fund boosts its board
Ailbhe Keane, founder and creative director of Izzy Wheels, has also joined the the fund board.
5 ways to pursue a passion project while working a full-time job
I'm a writer (in case that wasn't obvious). I'm also a visual artist and musician, but unlike writing, I don't have the privilege of drawing or singing professionally.
Shell shock: Giant invasive mussels eradicated from US ponds
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) - Most Americans know mussels as thumb-sized shellfish that occasionally adorn restaurant dinner plates.
'It's important that the truth is told': Family of Michaela McAreavey fear they may never get justice
The husband of murdered Irish woman Michaela McAreavey has put together an in-depth podcast outlining the ordeal the family went through at the timeof her death
UN refugee agency rejects ‘starving migrants’ claim
KABUL: The Taliban said on Friday they were ready to restart peace talks with the United States, a day after President Donald Trump made a surprise visit to US troops in Afghanistan and said he believed the radical group would agree to a cease-fire. Trump’s Thanksgiving Day visit was his first to Afghanistan since becoming president and came a week after a prisoner swap
Alo Yoga’s Moto Leggings Are On Sale For 45 Percent Off On Amazon For Black Friday
Alert, alert! Alo Yoga's cult favorite Moto Leggings are on sale for Black Friday on Amazon this year and this is a serious discount: I'm talking 45 percent off.
Sale on the Voyager Golden Record LP and CD sets and The Family Acid: California photobook!
After producing the Voyager Golden Record: 40th Anniversary Edition, my buddy Tim Daly and I launched a record/publishing label, Ozma Records, to publish creative works at the intersection of scien…
NASA Special Missions to Find Out What Makes Gadgets Work Strangely at Earth's Poles
For years, researchers have been puzzled by a mysterious phenomenon occurring above the North and South Poles, as something interferes with devices using radio or satellite connections. Scientists suggest that the answer to this has to do with the polar cusps – funnel-like entrances for solar winds.
Jim Jefferies: ‘Life of Brian taught me more about religion than Sunday school'
The Australian-American standup, political commentator and writer on the things that make him laugh the most
Editorial: Food requires more than thanks
In keeping with the spirit of the holiday we reflect on what’s behind the feast so many of us enjoyed and too many of us take for granted. The availability and sustainability of good food is not guaranteed.
Search in Albania quake reduced, death toll at 49
TIRANA, Albania (AP) - The operation to find survivors and recover bodies from Albania's deadly earthquake was winding down Friday, with rescue crews limiting their efforts to a collapsed beachfront hotel in the port town of Durres as the death toll climbed to 49.
Prof Danquah calls for a Presidential Initiative transformation of Agriculture
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BCC struggles to rehabilitate recreational facilities due to funds shortage
Shortage of funds is reportedly crippling the Bulawayo City Council from rehabilitating recreational facilities needed for various activities that may keep the ...
Australia a 'treasure island' for medical device giants: ex-hospital boss
The former boss of Australia's second largest private hospital operator has backed health insurers' claims they are being gouged by medical device manufacturers.
3,500-year-old skull and femur found in Hittite city of Sapinuwa in breakthrough discovery
Archaeologists have made a breakthrough discovery in central Anatolia from an ancient civilization that cremated and hid its dead, possibly shedding light...
New equipment brings improved imaging to radiology
Patients will benefit from faster, clearer imaging with the arrival of new equipment in the radiology department at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital.
TCIF raises awareness for trauma victims - The Nation Newspaper
Stakeholders in Nigeria's health, accident and emergency response industries have demanded increased government and private sector...
Residents of Bolga express frustration over Ghana Card Registration
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Disinfection upgrades at Mayo water plants
WORKING in partnership with Mayo County Council, Irish Water has completed a detailed assessment of the water treatment plants in Mayo as part of the National Disinfection Programme.
Only 35 percent of children living with HIV have access to treatment – UNICEF
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) on Friday revealed that in 2018, more than 47 children and adolescents die every day...
Unqualified teachers’ll be flushed out December ending — FG
THE Federal Government has given directives that all teachers who do not possess the relevant qualifications should be flushed out of classrooms...
Prof Danquah calls for a Presidential Initiative to transform Agriculture
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Moscow turns to vampires to boost vaccination rates
Struggling with growing scepticism of vaccinations, health authorities in Moscow have turned to a surprising ally for help: blood-thirsty vampires.
Invasive species set to exploit climate change in Antarctica
In the tiny part of Antarctica where the snow melts in springtime, moss, lichen and grass grow alongside flies, mites and colonies of microorganisms that...
Brute who stabbed patient and worker at Royal Alexandra Hospital is caged
Kenneth Wrethman, 43, armed himself with cutlery at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and repeatedly attacked staff member Carol Crawford as well as attempting to stab a dementia patient she was helping.
Electronic waste pileup sparks warnings
The pileup of electronic waste will only accelerate with consumers buying more and more devices.
5 Examples of VR Education That Helps Students Focus and Retain Information
VR education has beneficial properties which make it extremely useful for education. VR Education could be the key to student engagement.
MRI wait times lag provincial average in three out of four of the region's hospitals
If you’re anxiously awaiting a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exam, at any of the four major hospitals in Kamloops and the Okanagan, you’ll fi
Beaumont hospital apologises over ‘deficiencies in care’ after death of woman
Kathleen Conroy (68) had a blocked artery in her right leg and died of a heart attack
ITZY's Chaeryeong talks about meeting her 'goddess' Girls' Generation's YoonA for the first time
ITZY's Chaeryeong talked about meeting her 'goddess' Girls' Generation's YoonA for the first time.During a recent V Live broadcast, ITZY members Chae…
Robber 'choked student after she ignored cat calls, then molested her body'
Ruth George was strangled to death and sexually assaulted in a deserted parking garage near her university. Donald Thurman reportedly carried out the horrific crime after she ignored him
Stanley Johnson says British public 'couldn't spell Pinocchio' – video
The prime minister’s father has suggested the British public is illiterate and cannot spell Pinocchio
Search in Albania quake reduced, death toll at 49
TIRANA, Albania (AP) - The operation to find survivors and recover bodies from Albania's deadly earthquake was winding down Friday, with rescue crews limiting their efforts to a collapsed beachfront hotel in the port town of Durres as the death toll climbed to 49.
Hallmarking of gold jewellery mandatory across nation from January 2020
Jewellers to be given a year's time to clear stocks that aren't hallmarked and get themselves registered
Save the Whales—But Actually
Environmentalists have been demanding that we save the whales for decades. The phrase has been printed ad nauseam on so many buttons and t-shirts and bumper stickers that it’s practically a joke.
Americans Aren't Coming Close to Maxing Out Their Retirement Plans, Data Shows
And that means they're in danger of coming up short during their golden years.
So It Looks Like New Yorkers Blamed Cuomo, Not AOC, for Amazon Loss
Gov. Andrew Cuomo failed to secure a new Amazon headquarters in New York last year. It was a massive hit, as the company had pledged to bring 25,000 jobs to the state, in exchange for $3 billion in state and local tax breaks. Some of the blame was lobbed against progressive freshman U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who had been urging her supporters to fight against the company's move. She celebrated in the halls of Congress when she heard the news Amazon had backed out of its plans for Queens.
Fearless Diver and Predator: Girl Swims With 20ft Great White Shark in Hawaii
The great white shark, also known as the great white, white shark, or "white pointer", is one of the largest predatory fish on Earth. On average, these sharks grow up to 20 feet (6.4 metres) in length. White sharks are found in all the world’s oceans except the Arctic and are considered the most dangerous species of shark for humans.
Batch of Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce recalled over 'risk of explosion'
A particular batch of hot chilli sauce is being recalled over fears it could explode.The Food Sa...
Donald Trump's Very Real Health Care Victory: Price Competition is Coming
In short, the policy promises to increase the power of individuals and families by giving them greater control over their health care dollars and decisions.
Farmer Paints Tiger Stripes On Dog To Stop Monkeys From Eating His Crops
A farmer in India has dyed his dog to look like a tiger, in order to scare away monkeys who keep eating and destroying his crops
The Unusual Journey of Theodore Roosevelt's Maltese Cross Cabin
The Maltese Cross Cabin traveled to expositions across the country before settling at Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota, making it one of the most well-traveled former homes of any U.S. president.
Sonic redesign cost less than $5 million, achieved ‘without exploitation’
Sonic redesign achieved with “no exploitation” or crunch, says animator Speaking to an Argentinian Sonic fansite (translated by Tails Channel) via Nintendo Life, the significant redesign to one of gaming’s most legendary characters was done without crunch and did not come at significant cost to studio Paramount. “We were personally told that to change Sonic’s […]
Fired Zimbabwe state doctors reject offer to return to work
HARARE (Reuters) - Zimbabwe state doctors who were fired for going on strike have rejected a government offer to return to work, their union said on Friday.
Finding love and saving lives: incredible stories of Jiji users
Legit.ng publishes the most exciting touching stories of Jiji users: finding love of the whole life, becoming a millionaire, and saving the life of close people.
Newly discovered massive black hole ‘should not even exist,' astronomers say
The discovery of a massive black hole so monstrous it should not exist has left astronomers worldwide stumped, Astronomy magazine reported.
Harvard, Maryland meet in Kissimmee
Maryland (6-0) vs. Harvard (5-2)
How to Actually Promote Diversity in STEM
The future depends on a robust scientific workforce, but millions of minority students are massively underrepresented in these fields.
Mum shares heart-wrenching photos to show the 'reality of childhood cancer'
Sophia Soto was just 14 months old when she was diagnosed with cancer, beginning six months of gruelling treatment during which the little girl endured 60 rounds of chemotherapy
Tajik Woman Makes Her Feet Do The Hard Work
Saodat Khojaeva, 40, from southern Tajikistan, was born with only one deformed arm. She uses her legs to do house chores, including cooking, cleaning, and looking after her three children.
Teen celebrating the end of school plunges to death from high-rise hotel
Charlie Scott, 18, from Australia, died after falling from the Hilton Hotel in Surfers Paradise on Queensland's Gold Coast while celebrating his school graduation with friends
Child's body recovered from sewage pit in Oman
PACDA said in a statement
Amazon hit by Black Friday strikes and protests across Europe
UK protestors are demanding an end to 'appalling' working conditions while German staff are striking for better pay.
What is Aldi's Kevin the Carrot and how much is the toy now selling for?
Kevin the Carrot is a festive favourite.
Newly discovered black hole is so large, it shouldn’t exist
Scientists have discovered a “monster black hole,' but they said it’s so big that it shouldn’t actually exist.
PCSO welcomes PACC probe of corrupt employees
PHILIPPINE Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) General Manager Royina Marzan-Garma welcomed the result of the probe conducted by the Presidential Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) into the alleged corruption involving some of the agency’s officials.
HuffPost: Thanksgiving ‘National Day of Mourning’ for Native Americans
One of the lessons non-Natives need to understand, HuffPost explains, is that Thanksgiving is a “National Day of Mourning” for Native Americans
Breast milk may help prevent heart disease in premature babies: Study
Identifying the key components within breast milk that result in improved heart health could pave the way for a more targeted approach to long-term cardiovascular wellbeing for those born prematurely, according to the researchers.
The Oldest US Citizens Passed Away at the Age of 114 Years and 140 Days
The oldest person in the United States, New York resident Alelia Murphy, died at the age of 114 years and 140 days, ABC and BGNES reported. Afro-American Murphy became the oldest person in the United States in January when her predecessor, Lessie Brown, died in Ohio.
Evacuation order lifted as huge Texas plant fire ‘contained’
Officials lifted evacuation orders Friday for around 50,000 people on the Texas Gulf Coast, determining a massive fire was finally under control at a chemical plant rocked by two major explosions two days earlier.
Teen who went viral with TikTok hair tutorial tells ITV News people need to know about China threat to Uighur Muslims
A 16-year-old whose hairstyling TikTok tutorial talking about the threat to Uighur Muslims in China has gone viral has told ITV News he and others are using the platform so people understand what's going on in our world. Pavan Shandil Narayan, who lives in Sacramento, California, posted the video on his TikTok channel five days ago. But it went viral on Friday after it was shared by US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.
A decade of Physics World breakthroughs: 2009 – the first quantum computer
Michael Banks looks at the Physics World 2009 Breakthrough of the Year and how research in quantum computing has moved on
Charleston, Providence meet in Wooden Legacy
Providence (4-3) vs. College of Charleston (3-3)
UK Commits £1.8 Billion to European Space Agency
With a £1,870 million investment over the next five years the UK has reaffirmed its commitment to the ESA. The ESA Budget Increased By 10%
How to have an eco-friendly Christmas: 39 tips for hosting a 'green Christmas'
The countdown to Christmas is officially on, and we’re turning our attention to turkey orders, advent calendars and which corner of the loft we left the nativity scene in.
Dundee schools to give pupils who skip classes for climate change protest a black mark
Dundee pupils who skip school to take part in another global day of climate strike action will have their absence treated as unauthorised.
Scientists Are Confused Whether This 18,000-Year-Old Frozen Animal is Dog or Wolf
This 18000-years-old dog is so perfectly preserved that his body hair, fur, eyelashes, nose are in good condition- it looks like he is so fresh.
Record-Breaking Free Climber Dies Falling 600 Feet In Mexico
Record-breaking free climber Brad Gobright has died after falling more than 600 feet during a climb in Mexico
MARINE AND COASTAL ACCESS ACT 2009
APPLICATION FOR GREATER GABBARD OFFSHORE WIND FARM - REINSTATEMENT OF SAFE FISHING ENVIRONMENT, CABLE PROTECTION AND SCOUR REMEDIATION WORKS
IHH Healthcare posts RM236m in 3Q net profit on stronger contribution from its operations
KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 29): IHH Healthcare Bhd reported a net profit of RM236.34 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2019 (3QFY19) compared to a net loss of RM104.07 million a year ago.The regional healthcare group said the quarterly profit was driven by sustained organic revenue growth at existing operations.The boost to earnings also came from Gleneagles Hong Kong Hospital and Acibadem Altunizade Hospital, both opened in March 2017. In addition, Amanjaya Specialist Centre and Fortis Healthcare (“Fortis”),
Why every vote matters
Nidhi Sinha of #WeStandTogether explains why it is important everyone exercises their right to vote on December 12
Zebra gives birth to second foal at Taiping Zoo
TAIPING, Nov 29 — Taiping Zoo & Night Safari created history again today when its zebra gave birth to a second foal within one year. The zoo’s director Dr Kevin Lazarus said the foal was born between 3am and 4am this morning and would become the latest attraction in the country’s oldest...
QFFD grants $4.2m to Jordan Refugee Health Fund
Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) has signed a $4.2m grant agreement with the Government of Jordan to contribute to the financing of Jordan Refugee Health Fund in order to alleviate financial pressures on the Jordanian Ministry of Health budget as a result of the large influx of refugees.
Children across the UK go on strike to demand action on climate
Pupils to declare December vote a ‘climate election’ as data highlights urgency of crisis
CHEAP: Treat yourself — there’s 43% off Sennheiser’s PXC 550 wireless headphones
We all deserve a good pair of headphones. And luckily, there's a great deal on Sennheiser's PXC 550 wireless cans. Aren't you lucky?
Spill It: How much a 32-year-old fashion buyer from Hitchin drinks in a week
'Stumble in at 1.15am… remember to down two pints of water, take two ibuprofen and set three alarms for work tomorrow… this should be fun!'
Samoa measles outbreak toll hits 42
An outbreak of measles in Samoa has claimed the lives of 42 in the island nation, nations are flying in medical staff and supplies to help combat the outbreak.
Utah child hospitalized after getting crushed by elevator
A child was transported to a hospital after being crushed by a residential elevator in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, on Thursday evening, according to authorities.
NASA to Buy Two Seats for its Astronauts Aboard Russian Soyuz Spacecraft
The US space agency intends to buy two seats for its astronauts aboard Russian Soyuz spacecraft for a flight to the International Space Station (ISS), TASS reported. “NASA’s purchase of a seat on a future private astronaut mission of no more than four total crew members helps both foster the low Earth orbit economy as well as provides NASA an additional way to meet its needs for research aboard the International Space Station,” the agency said in a Nov.
Protein Powder can boost your weight loss and overall health
The link between protein intake and wellness - busting some mythsHow do you know you are getting enough protein?Is the protein you consume enough to keep you fit?The fight to stay fit consumes us all,
Dickson attributes eight years in office to divine intervention
Bayelsa State governor, Hon Seriake Dickson has attributed the landmark achievement of being the first governor to successfully complete a second term
Newly discovered massive black hole ‘should not even exist,' astronomers say
The discovery of a massive black hole so monstrous it should not exist has left astronomers worldwide stumped, Astronomy magazine reported.
Karoo drills and prays as taps run dry
Drilling boreholes gives temporary reprieve.
Baaghi 3: Tiger Shroff Undergoes Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy To Pack Some Extraordinary Action
Tiger Shroff is currently packing some punches as he is shooting for Baaghi 3 in Serbia, the star has kept his fans up to date about the progress of his film via social media.The actor recently shar
Some Nursing Homes Illegally Evict Residents Who Can't Afford to Pay
When Jamie Moore arrived home on a Thursday evening in March, she was surprised to find her mother-in-law in her living room. Glenda Moore, 67, had been sitting in her wheelchair for hours.
European Space Agency with a Record Budget
European Space Agency (ESA) members agreed Thursday a record 14.4 billion euros budget, promising to maintain Europe's place at the top table as the United States and China press ahead and industry disruptors such as Elon Musk's Space X present new challenges, AFP reported.
Check it out: NASA’s Super Guppy aircraft delivers the Orion spacecraft
NASA's Orion Spacecraft for the Artemis 1 mission to the moon has arrived in Ohio in the space agency's Super Guppy aircraft. The spacecraft arrived at Mansfield Lahm Airport and a crowd of nearly 1500 had gathered at the flight line to await the aircraft.
Fired Zimbabwe state doctors reject offer to return to work
Zimbabwe state doctors who were fired for going on strike have rejected a government offer to return to work, their union said on Friday. President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government, which responded to the job boycott by firing 448 doctors and pursuing disciplinary action against more than 1,000 others
Blast in Bengaluru Forensic Science Laboratory injures 6
The injured have been admitted to St. John’s Hospital.
Use Up Your Leftover Mashed Potatoes With One of These Unique Recipes
Let's be honest, we've all eaten a spoonful (or two) of cold leftover mashed potatoes right out of the fridge — it's an inevitable occurrence around the
Brooke Vincent returns to visit Coronation Street for first time since giving birth
She reportedly received a hero's welcome
Darksiders: Genesis is bringing Strife into your life
THQ Nordi has released a new trailer looking at the second Horseman that will star in upcoming dungeon crawler Darksiders: Genesis. And it ain't Tully Blanchard, it's the rider of the White Horse himself, Strife.Strife is the only member of...
Older veterans show how fitness intensity boosts health
Bill Myka enjoys polka dancing, chopping wood and tinkering around the house, but at 85, he wishes his balance was a bit better. He fears...
Doctors told to 're-implant ectopic pregnancy' or face 'abortion murder' charge
An extreme anti-abortion bill orders doctors to do the impossible or face life in prison.
Scientists have discovered a 'monster' black hole that's so big it shouldn't exist
Scientists are now scratching their heads at how LB-1 got so huge.
One in four young people have smartphone addiction
In an analysis of multiple studies, researchers found that smartphone use is correlated with increased depression, anxiety and stress.
Debate This: These Are the Deadliest .308 Rifles in the World
Better take a step back.
Girl Loses 15kg While Eating McD Everyday After Colleague Made Fun of Her ‘Big Legs’ in a Skirt
When most of us want to lose weight, we stick to our leafy greens, but can grease and salt give you the same effects you're looking for in a salad? One Taiwanese girl challenged all odds and lost 15 kgs after only eating fast food items for all 3 meals…
Several people stabbed in London Bridge incident - Barriere Star Journal
A man has been detained, according to Metropolitan Police
AstraZeneca's Imfinzi gets speedy FDA review for small cell lung cancer
British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc said on Friday its cancer drug Imfinzi has been granted a speedy review by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...
Caritas supports Samoa in the face of measles outbreak
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Extraordinary rescue from ends of the earth
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Ancient Armenian Female Warrior Suffered Hatchet Wounds And Arrow Blow Before Death
More than 2,000 years ago, a young Armenian woman found herself at the forefront of a battle. Now, her newly unearthed remains are allowing archaeologists
The Startling Low Bar to Ace a Fingerprint Examiner’s Proficiency Test
One wrong match could send an innocent person to prison or see a killer go free. But it doesn’t take much to qualify as an expert.
Black Friday: more than 50% off dog crates and pet carriers today only
Get your pet the travel and play accessories it deserves and save pounds in the process
Newlywed Toronto couple among seven people killed in Kingston plane crash
A newlywed Toronto couple are among the seven people who were killed when a small plane crashed in Kingston earlier this week.
Young age no barrier for heart disease
A heart attack can occur at any age, even among seemingly young and healthy adults, writes Meera Murugesan.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Announces He’s Moving To Africa, Says It Will Define Bitcoin Future
Dorsey’s trip could be the beginning of a Western ideological shift among big technology companies toward nations in Africa. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey announced in a tweet this week that he would ...
77 Percent of Indians Concerned About Looming Danger of War, Survey Reveals
New Delhi (Sputnik): A series of steps taken by the Indian government, such as the abrogation of Jammu and Kashmir's special status, and the Balakot airstrike in February, among other things, have brought things to a head in the region, according to a Paris-based global market research and consulting firm.
Link Ghana to empower over 2,000 vulnerable out of school girls
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The subliminal sadness of ordinary love
'Ordinary Love' starring Liam Neeson is an affecting portrayal of impending isolation and loneliness
Osinbajo to state govts: prioritise basic education by making funds available
Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has called on state governments to give priority to basic education by making funds available....
Cathy Stanworth: Joy and benefit of having a pet
An incredibly loud “woof” resounded around the huge high ceilinged premises of Pets At Home. This was followed by another and another...I think we were treated to over ten!
Michael Gove is the political horror show that chills my soul
There are worse politicians. But no one else inspires such existential dread, says the writer Mark O’Connell
Can you tell which rabbit doesn't have a twin in this viral brainteaser?
Hungarian artist Gergely Dudás creates mind-boggling brainteasers, often containing hidden objects or details, and challenges the internet to find them. In past drawings, he’s hidden a mouse among mushrooms, a penguin among toucans, and a heart among flowers.
Diane Kruger shows rare photo of daughter on vacation with Norman Reedus
Diane Kruger admitted she has a lot to be thankful for this holiday season.
America's Kids Need to Understand Why the President Is Being Impeached
Students should learn about impeachment in school—here’s how to make it work.
Scottish meat doesn’t cost the Earth
Find out why Scotland’s weather and landscape is perfect for cattle and sheep.
6 passengers medically evaluated after falling ill aboard docked cruise ship at Port of Los Angeles
Six people were medically evaluated after they reported falling ill while on board a docked cruise ship at the Port of Los Angeles Sunday morning.
UN agency suspends activities in troubled eastern Congo
U.N. agencies on Friday expressed concern about security around the city of Beni in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following the deaths of four...
Several people stabbed in London Bridge incident
A man has been detained, according to Metropolitan Police
Nearly 2 million new HIV infections globally in 2018 | IOL News
The Joint United Nations Programme has revealed that there was an estimated 1.7 million new HIV infections globally in 2018 ...
Man taken to hospital with chest injuries after crash in Red Scar
A man has been taken to hospital after a crash in Red Scar.
President Akufo-Addo expected to cut sod for commencement of Pwalugu Dam
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Hundreds to descend on OMV in New Plymouth
Hundreds to descend on OMV in New Plymouth for climate protest
Durham teen who sent series of hoaxes to US emergency services handed suspended jail term
Connor Ash, 18, of Hawthorn Terrace, Stanley, claimed to be armed with an assault rifle and holding hostage in a series of emails
Riverdale: Where Is Archie's Hometown Actually Located?
Archie, Jughead and the rest of the Archie Comics gang have always lived in Riverdale, but the precise location of their town has remained a mystery.
Wheelchair-bound woman dies in Thanksgiving Day fire
A 62-year-old wheelchair-bound woman has died in a Thanksgiving Day fire in Louisiana.
Using classrooms to defeat the rising levels of poor mental health in young people
Lloyd Coldrick, Managing Director of Cobus, discusses how classrooms are being designed to improve poor mental health and physical wellbeing in young people
Giant black hole 'should not even exist,' stunned scientists say
Scientists have discovered a huge black hole that is challenging long-held assumptions about the cosmic bodies in the Milky Way.
Virtual reality becomes more real
Scientists from the Skoltech ADASE (Advanced Data Analytics in Science and Engineering) lab have found a way to enhance depth map resolution, which should make virtual reality and computer graphics more ...
Minister: Creche operators were aware of fire safety regulations before now
Childcare operators have said they are not prepared for new fire safety regulations and inspections at creches, but the Minister for Children Katherine Zappone has said they were aware of them before now.
World’s First-Ever HIV Positive Sperm Bank Is Now Accepting Donations
The bank aims to give those with HIV the same opportunities as everyone else.
UPDATE: Several people stabbed in London Bridge incident, declared act of terrorism
A man has been detained, according to Metropolitan Police
headaches - know some surprising causes | TheHealthSite.com
Do you often suffer from debilitating headaches? Read on to now some surprising causes that is also backed by scientific research.
The Target Black Friday Sale Is Here -- Shop Apple, Keurig, Serta and More
Check out the best Black Friday deals from Target -- the retailer that has it all!
AstraZeneca's Imfinzi gets FDA priority review for small cell lung cancer
British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc said on Friday its cancer drug Imfinzi has been granted a speedy review by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...
This Fancypants Sonic Toothbrush is 70% Off for Black Friday
You'll be eating a tonne of sugary, chocolatey, unhealthy crap this Christmas (don't kid yourself, you will) – so you'll be needing a really good toothbrush to make sure you've still got any chompers left in January.
Prostate cancer screening: Scientists develop an at-home urine test
LONDON, Nov 29 — English doctors have developed a urine test to screen for prostate cancer, which can be done at home. With the new test, the scientists are hoping to make it easier for men to avoid more invasive and time-consuming diagnostic methods such as digital rectal examination. At a time...
Hundreds of buildings may be without water 'because too many people boiled kettles'
Businesses on Quay Street were among the buildings which lost water
How to drive in winter in British Columbia
This week’s temperature plunge into a deep freeze is an abrupt reminder that winter is on our doorstep, even if there isn’t any white stuff on t
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey to move to Africa in 2020
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey said he plans to spend part of 2020 living in Africa.
A long forgotten Canadian discovery used to treat superbugs
A cystic fibrosis patient infected with a dangerous superbug has become one of the first Canadians to try phage therapy -- inhaling viruses found in sewage to kill the bacteria in her lungs. The experimental treatment, discovered in Canada over a century ago, may become a new weapon in the war against drug resistant bacteria.
Foundation launched in name of slain UCT student
A Foundation was launched in Makhanda on Friday in the name of slain 19-year-old University of Cape Town student, Uyinene Mrwetyana.The launch at the Kingswood College High-Performance Centre was preceded by a two-kilometre march, under the banner "Together Restoring Humanity".The march wa
Baby Yoda is trending higher than most 2020 Democratic hopefuls
Baby Yoda for president? The breakout star of “The Mandalorian” is driving nearly twice as many average social media interactions in news stories about it as any 2020 Democratic hopeful, according
Beaumont Hospital apologises to family of woman who died after litany of errors
Kathleen Conroy died in 2014 from a cardiac arrest after she attended for surgery.
GHS prepares to fight CSM
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OUTA: Endless SOE Bailouts Now Exceed Departments Budgets
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) on Friday told Parliament that current interventions at state-owned entities (SOEs), like Eskom and South African Airways (SAA), were not working. Outa was making its submission during the public hearings on the 2019 Adjustments Appropriation Bill and the 2019 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. The objective of the Bill was to effect adjustments to the appropriation […]
Kids up to 4 are main victims of antibiotics over-prescription
636 per 1,000 patients in this age group given these drugs, which are routinely ordered even for ailments not requiring them
Lawsuit describes harassment, retaliation at nursing school
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A woman who says she was kicked out of a North Carolina nursing school a month before graduation in retaliation for accusing a supervisor of sexual harassment has sued in a case supported by the Time’s Up movement legal fund.Autumn Davis has sued two supervisors at the University of North Carolina Greensboro nursing school in state court. Davis also is suing the school, the UNC Board of Governors and the Raleigh School of Nurse Anesthesia in federal court.The state attorney general’s office says in a response in federal court Davis can’t prove a connection between her filing a harassment claim while enrolled in school and her dismissal.The Time’s Up Legal Defense Fund is supporting Davi
Do You Have the Smarts to Pass Harvard’s Entrance Exam—From 1869?
Harvard University’s acceptance rate may have been higher in 1869, but that doesn’t mean getting in was easy.
A Missouri hospital is caring for 12 sets of twins all born this week
(CNN) — While much of America was gathering around a dining table on Thanksgiving, this hospital stayed busy caring for not one, not two, not...
French Montana Finally Released From Hospital After Health Scare
Rap star French Montana is getting back to work after landing in the hospital for a few days.
Florida woman loses nipples, nearly dies after botched plastic surgery abroad
She said she thought the procedures would be liberating, but now all she feels is ashamed.