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NASA's next Mars rover is called Perseverance and will search for life

Out of 28,000 suggestions, NASA selected the name Perseverance for its Mars 2020 rover, which will search for signs of life on the Red Planet




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The orbit of a star near our galaxy’s black hole proves Einstein right

A star that swoops close to the Milky Way’s supermassive black hole has a strange, looping orbit that proves Einstein was right about the gravity of black holes




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Video Friday: This Wearable Robotic Tail Will Improve Your Balance

Your weekly selection of awesome robot videos




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Microsoft's AI Research Draws Controversy Over Possible Disinformation Use

Microsoft's AI could enable its popular chatbot to comment on news, but critics see a tool for spreading disinformation



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RPGCast – Episode 492: “Roving Bands Of Nursenaries”

It’s a cozy foursome on the RPGCast this week. Discussing the highs and lows of their now playing. But in the end, we are left wondering, what the heck is a “nursenary?”




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Cholesterol lowering drugs linked to improved gut bacteria composition in obese people

Obese Europeans who are treated with cholesterol lowering drugs have not only lower values of blood LDL cholesterol and markers of inflammation but in addition a more healthy gut bacteria profile than those obese who are not prescribed statins.




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China approves Novartis' multiple sclerosis treatment Mayzent

BEIJING (Reuters) - Chinese regulators have approved Novartis' Mayzent to treat relapsing multiple sclerosis in adults, the Swiss drug maker said in a statement on Saturday. Other drugs approved by China's National Medical Products Administration to treat MS include Novartis' Gilenya, Bayer's Betaferon and Sanofi's Aubagio. China has an estimated 30,000 patients with MS. (Reporting by Roxanne Liu and Kevin Yao in Beijing; Editing by Edwina Gibbs





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Algeria approves 2-7% increase in retirement pensions




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French president persuaded to give approval to resumption of racing

  • France Galop lobbied Emmanuel Macron for go-ahead
  • Longchamp one of three meetings to take place on Monday

France Galop, the ruling body of French racing, confirmed on Saturday it will resume with meetings at Longchamp, Toulouse and Compiegne on Monday, but only after what is believed to have been urgent behind-the-scenes lobbying by Edouard de Rothschild, FG’s president, late on Friday night that persuaded Emmanuel Macron, the French president, to finally give his approval to the resumption.

De Rothschild thanked Macron and Édouard Philippe, France’s prime minister, for their efforts in a tweet in the early hours of Saturday morning that confirmed racing had seen off last-minute objections to its return.

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Search for self-improvement leads to joga

Jodian Self is hanging out with some of the biggest names in pro sports these days — all from the comfort of her south Winnipeg home. The 52-year-old former physical education ...




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Early Devonian Fossil Provides Earliest Evidence for Advanced Reproductive Biology in Land Plants

A species of plant that grew about 400 million years ago (Early Devonian period) produced a spectrum of spore sizes, which is an essential innovation necessary for all advanced plant reproductive strategies, including seeds and flowers. The Devonian period is one of the most important time periods for the evolution of land plants. It witnessed [...]




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'The need to do more': Province unveils Saskatchewan suicide prevention plan

Pillars For Life: The Saskatchewan Suicide Prevention Plan, released Friday, "will guide activities specific to suicide prevention based on Saskatchewan’s context," Rural and Remote Health Minister Warren Kaeding said in a statement.




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Austin 2018: The day Raikkonen proved doubters wrong

What is likely to be Kimi Raikkonen's final Formula 1 victory at the 2018 US Grand Prix is being live-streamed by F1 today. The high point of a disappointing second spell at Ferrari, it nonetheless gave the 2007 world champion a chance to prove a point.





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No gym, no problem: Italian gymnast improvises

With Italy's gym clubs and training facilities having fallen silent because of the coronavirus pandemic, 28-year-old Italian gymnast Marco Lodadio, silver medallist in the 2019 men's world artistic gymnastics championships, turned his garden into a fitness studio.

Without the sophisticated facilities that high-performance athletes normally count on, Lodadio modified a structure for a swing to train on rings.

Lodadio, whose parents had a gym where he began training when he was nine, has been stuck in lockdown for almost two months and this week has finally gotten back to his usual rigourous training regime as Italy begins gradually lifting its strict restrictions.





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U.S. Senate approves Trump security nominee after nearly two-year hold

The U.S. Senate on Wednesday approved William Evanina, President Donald Trump's nominee for a top counterintelligence position, after he was blocked for almost two years over a Republican request for documents related to the investigation of Russia and Trump's 2016 election campaign.




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Joao Mario reveals where he is already improving after just four West Ham appearances

The Portuguese midfielder is settling into life in east London well after his loan move.




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Justin Bieber credits sugar-free diet for improving his mental health

Justin Bieber discussed his experiences during the latest episode of his and wife Hailey's Facebook Watch series, The Biebers on Watch.





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Trump's coronavirus approval rating underwater in key states, surveys find

New surveys out Thursday show President Donald Trump’s approval rating for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic is underwater in four critical states while governors receive high marks.




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Welcoming a newborn in a pandemic proves bittersweet for new parents

“It’s like life is on hold — everything is on hold,” one new mother said.




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TD Bank warns it’s expecting $1.1 billion in loan-loss provisions for U.S. unit

TD also said it will have about $600 million of set-asides tied to U.S. credit cards




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The beauty industry now has its own green 'seal of approval'

Environmental Working Group has launched EWG Verified, a label that will help consumers spot products that meet stringent ingredient and transparency requirements

It may soon be easier for shoppers to find beauty products without toxic chemicals. The Environmental Working Group nonprofit launched a new label this month called EWG Verified, which certifies personal care products as free from chemicals of concern.

The program is an extension of the group’s work with the Skin Deep database, which for more than a decade now has given tens of millions of visitors information on the chemical contents and relative safety of their favorite cosmetics and shampoos.

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Coronavirus: Ontario government to prop up child care providers with financial supports

Education Minister Stephen Lecce said the government will cover fixed operating costs and waive all fees related to licensing applications, renewals and revisions.




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Treasure Trove of Artifacts Illustrates Life in a Lost Viking Mountain Pass

Lendbreen, a pass high in the Norwegian mountains, was an important route from the Roman era until the late Middle Ages




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Here's How Local Communities Can Help Save Mangroves

The Global Mangrove Alliance has a goal of increasing the world’s mangrove cover by 20 percent over the next decade




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Accurate 3D imaging of sperm cells moving at top speed could improve IVF treatments

Researchers have developed a safe and accurate 3D imaging method to identify sperm cells moving at a high speed. The new method has the potential to significantly improve IVF treatments.




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Blood thinners may improve survival among hospitalized COVID-19 patients

Treating hospitalized COVID-19 patients with anticoagulants -- blood thinners that slow down clotting -- may improve their chances of survival, researchers report. The study could provide new insight on how to treat and manage coronavirus patients once they are admitted to the hospital.




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The role of European policy for improving power plant fuel efficiency

A new study investigates the impact of the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS), the largest international cap-and-trade system for greenhouse gas emissions in the world, on power plant fuel efficiency.




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Bankruptcy court approves Neiman Marcus' plea to access financing

U.S. luxury department store chain Neiman Marcus Group said on Friday it received court approval to access $675 million of its debtor-in-possession financing, which will allow continuity of the company's business during Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings and enable it to pay employees and vendors.




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Jeremy Vine demonstrates unapproved antibody coronavirus test

BBC presenter Jeremy Vine has trialled a "have you had it?" antibody coronavirus test not yet approved by the Government.




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London's air quality has 'dramatically improved' amid coronavirus lockdown, says Sadiq Khan

London's air quality has "dramatically improved" due to the drop in traffic amid the coronavirus lockdown, Sadiq Khan has said.




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UK to trial new blood plasma coronavirus treatment as US approves use of Ebola drug to fight Covid-19

The United States has authorised the emergency use of the Ebola drug remdesivir for treating coronavirus, clearing the way for the potential treatment of 140,000 patients around the country.




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UK scientists test experimental drug which could 'significantly improve' health of coronavirus patients

UK scientists have started testing an experimental Covid-19 drug which they hope will significantly improve the health of coronavirus patients.




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Government publishes Sage membership after controversy over Boris Johnson advisor Dominic Cummings attending meetings

The Government has published a list of the experts helping shape the response to the coronavirus pandemic as part of the scientific advisory group for emergencies (Sage).




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HS2 Rebellion protesters block Euston building site entrance of controversial new high speed rail line

A group calling themselves 'HS2 Rebellion' have blocked the entrance to a building site at Euston.




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Trump administration 'ignored coronavirus warnings and pushed unproven drug', says senior scientist

The Trump administration failed to prepare for the onslaught of coronavirus, then sought a quick fix by trying to rush an unproven drug to patients, a senior government scientist has alleged in a whistleblower complaint.




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No charges for family of boy who drove car onto highway

The family of a 5-year-old boy who drove the family car onto a Utah highway won't face criminal charges, authorities said Friday. Adrian Zamarripa was pulled over Monday by a Utah Highway Patrol trooper who spotted the SUV swerving on Interstate 15 in Ogden at 32 mph. He thought the driver might need medical attention.





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Coronavirus: Nasa using 50s-style 3D glasses to control Curiosity rover on Mars while team is working from home

The remote working stakes have just gone up a notch




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Coronavirus: Surge in people trying to buy unproven 'cures' promoted by Trump and Elon Musk, study finds

Even deaths did not stop interest in buying potentially dangerous drugs, researchers find




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Tesla applies to become UK energy provider raising hopes its giant batteries could help power the country

The company has submitted an application to the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority "authorising it to generate electricity"




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Coronavirus: Intensive farming provides perfect conditions for viruses to spread between animals and humans, study shows

Stop the Wildlife Trade: 'I think this is a wake-up call to be more responsible about farming methods, so we can reduce the risk of outbreaks of problematic pathogens in the future,' say scientists




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How The Approval Of The Birth Control Pill 60 Years Ago Helped Change Lives

Before the pill was approved by the FDA on May 9, 1960, there were few contraceptive options available to young women. It revolutionized family planning and the sex lives of millions of Americans.




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Provinces eye technology-enhanced contact tracing in next phase of COVID-19 fight

Alberta is currently the only Canadian jurisdiction to have a contact-tracing app available to download, but several other provinces, including Ontario, B.C. and New Brunswick, have said they are investigating this technology.





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A look at how provinces plan to emerge from COVID-19 shutdown

Provinces have been releasing plans for easing restrictions that were put in place to limit the spread of COVID-19. Here is what some of the provinces have announced so far: Newfoundland and Labrador Newfoundland and Labrador plans to loosen some public health restrictions in a series of




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Ontario government to prop-up child-care providers with financial supports

TORONTO - The provincial government said it will help cover operating costs for child-care providers and waive their licensing fees in an effort to keep them from permanently shutting during the COVID-19 crisis. Education Minister Stephen Lecce said Saturday that the government will give out




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Confidence level of industry improving: KV Kamath, ICICI Bank

"It is the collective wisdom of the marketplace that there is action and we will move with speed. That improves the confidence level of industry."




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ICICI Bank: Rs 2,725 crore Covid provisions & other highlights

ICICI Bank also approved fundraising of up to Rs 25,000 crore via non-convertible debentures.




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David Ayer confirms 'Suicide Squad' fan theory about Joker's controversial tattoo

Fans were divided over some of the facial art adorning Jared Leto's take on the Joker.




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MPs approve 'hybrid proceedings' in House of Commons amid coronavirus lockdown with some to appear via video link

MPs have approved hybrid proceedings in the House of Commons with some MPs set to attend via video link amid the coronavirus lockdown.