ht Markazi: What might the NBA playoffs look like with no crowd? Epic, Magic Johnson says By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 3 May 2020 21:00:55 -0400 Lakers great Magic Johnson believes players will bring plenty of intensity to the court even if NBA games are held with no fans. Full Article
ht Hernández: Billing late-night Korean baseball as the return of live sports on TV is a stretch By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 18:21:07 -0400 Desperate for viewers while the country is shut down, ESPN gambled that fans are in such need of live competition that they'd watch late-night Korean baseball. Full Article
ht Thoughts of opening SoFi Stadium minus fans brings an empty feeling By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 20:20:21 -0400 When the Rams debut in SoFi Stadium, will the 70,240-seat stadium be filled with fans, empty or somewhere in between? Ticket holders are anxious to know. Full Article
ht The long, winding road to UFC 249 leads to a night that promises to be special By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 21:19:03 -0400 UFC 249, to take place Saturday in Jacksonville, Fla., without fans, will be perhaps the most unique pay-per-view event the promotion company has staged. Full Article
ht Loose Women's Christine Lampard recalls 'scary' trip to hospital with daughter By www.mirror.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 13:01:22 +0000 Christine Lampard explained on today's Loose Women that she had to take her baby daughter to hospital last week Full Article TV News
ht Stacey Solomon 'weirded out' as people thought her and Joe Swash were siblings By www.mirror.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 13:46:10 +0000 The Loose Women panelist admitted on today's show that some people thought they looked like brother and sister Full Article TV News
ht Bride's mum has brutal reaction to daughter's wedding dress picked to please her By www.mirror.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 14:56:00 +0000 Jenny and her mum Jacky have very different ideas about what she should wear on her big day - so they turn to Gok Wan for help Full Article TV News
ht Emmerdale viewers horrified as Dottie is 'roasted' in tent set alight by Arthur By www.mirror.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 19:02:50 +0000 Emmerdale viewers were terrified for little Dottie's life after Arthur and Archie set alight the tent she was asleep in Full Article TV News
ht Musk's SpaceX to make satellites 'invisible' after light pollution complaints By news.sky.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 09:20:00 +0100 SpaceX plans to make its satellites "generally invisible to the naked eye within a week of launch" following complaints about light pollution. Full Article
ht Cityscapes as you've never seen them - with light pollution removed By news.sky.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 17:10:00 +0100 Starry night skies are near impossible to admire if you're living in a city heavily polluted by light. Full Article
ht CCNY physicists shed light on the nanoscale dynamics of spin thermalization By www.eurekalert.org Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 00:00:00 EDT In physics, thermalization, or the trend of sub-systems within a whole to gain a common temperature, is typically the norm. There are situations, however, where thermalization is slowed down or virtually suppressed; examples are when considering the dynamics of electron and nuclear spins in solids. Understanding why this happens and how it can be controlled is presently at the center of a broad effort, particularly for applications in the emerging field of quantum information technologies. Full Article
ht How to manipulate light on the nanoscale over wide frequency ranges By www.eurekalert.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 EDT An international team has discovered an effective method for controlling the frequency of confined light at the nanoscale in the form of phonon polaritons (light coupled to vibrations in the crystal). The results have now been published in Nature Materials. Full Article
ht Plasma medicine research highlights antibacterial effects and potential uses By www.eurekalert.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 EDT As interest in the application of plasma medicine -- the use of low-temperature plasma (LTP) created by an electrical discharge to address medical problems -- continues to grow, so does the need for research advancements proving its capabilities and potential impacts on the health care industry. Across the world, many research groups are investigating plasma medicine for applications including cancer treatment and the accelerated healing of chronic wounds, among others. Full Article
ht New study shines light on mysterious giant viruses By www.eurekalert.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 EDT In recent years, giant viruses have been unearthed in several of the world's most mysterious locations, from the thawing permafrost of Siberia to locations unknown beneath the Antarctic ice. But don't worry, 'The Thing' is still a work of science fiction. For now. Full Article
ht UK Weather Forecast: A fine evening with clear skies & late, low sunlight By www.itv.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 18:59:14 +0100 A fine end to the day with late sunshine & clear skies Full Article
ht UK Weather Forecast: A chilly night with a slight frost in the east By www.itv.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 22:49:10 +0100 Cold enough for a slight frost in places Full Article
ht Eating disorder sufferer’s anguish shines light on mental health provision By www.itv.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 00:03:16 +0100 Emily Nuttall, 26, has sought help from charities such as Mind and Beat to help her cope with mental health problems during lockdown. Full Article
ht At least eight dead and thousands taken to hospital after chemical leak in India By www.itv.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 08:44:01 +0100 The incident led to panic among locals within a three-kilometre radius. Full Article
ht At-risk workers must have right to be furloughed, says charity By www.itv.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:03:17 +0100 Citizens Advice claims cancer patients are among those having to go to work despite being eligible for the job retention scheme. Full Article
ht How Florence Nightingale shaped the way modern nurses are tackling coronavirus By www.itv.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 02:46:19 +0100 Nightingale pioneered many of the practices carried out today, such as maintaining good hygiene and regularly washing hands Full Article
ht Human rights clampdown as virus spreads in south-east Asia: experts By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 07:25:03 GMT Authoritarian leaders across south-east Asia are putting tighter controls on their citizens as the coronavirus spreads and infections rise. Full Article
ht Pandemic power grab: crackdown sparks worries for human rights By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 19:30:00 GMT COVIDCon will explore how "tyranny sparked and is exploiting the novel coronavirus pandemic to crack down on civil liberties." Full Article
ht Cambodia is using coronavirus as an excuse for human rights abuse By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 01:32:36 GMT Legislation ostensibly designed to contain the pandemic is being used to crack down on those who dare to question the government's authority. Full Article
ht 'Unfair': Flight Centre draws fire over $300 charge for COVID cancellations By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 12:55:01 GMT A Victorian family whose dream holiday to the US was cancelled because of coronavirus has accused Flight Centre of "robbery" for refusing to refund the full cost of a Disneyland pass. Full Article
ht 'Warning light': Coronavirus can last longer in air than first thought By www.smh.com.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 06:16:01 GMT Virus behind the world's COVID-19 pandemic can stay infectious in the air for more than 12 hours, research out of four major US laboratories has found. Full Article
ht 'Unfair': Flight Centre draws fire over $300 charge for COVID cancellations By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 12:55:01 GMT A Victorian family whose dream holiday to the US was cancelled because of coronavirus has accused Flight Centre of "robbery" for refusing to refund the full cost of a Disneyland pass. Full Article
ht CBD Melbourne: You got to fight for the right to drive By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 13:59:00 GMT Millionaire CarAdvice founder and petrolhead Alborz Fallah just wants to hit the road. Pity the Queensland Police have a different idea. Full Article
ht 'Warning light': Coronavirus can last longer in air than first thought By www.brisbanetimes.com.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 06:16:01 GMT Virus behind the world's COVID-19 pandemic can stay infectious in the air for more than 12 hours, research out of four major US laboratories has found. Full Article
ht HTC’s Vive Cosmos Elite headset gets you the VR you actually want—for a price By www.popsci.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:00:44 +0000 It's pricy and setup is a pain, but it's one of the best home VR experiences around. Full Article Technology
ht 'Send them back': South Australians call for tighter interstate border controls By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 12:32:11 +1000 The message from a large proportion of the population who want to get back to business is 'tighten the borders and re-open South Australia', even if the rest of the country remains in lockdown. Full Article COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Community and Society Government and Politics States and Territories
ht International flights still grounded but regional and local travel allowed By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:24:37 +1000 International travel remains on hold for "the foreseeable future" as the Government announces plans to open up local, regional and interstate travel. Full Article Government and Politics Infectious Diseases (Other) Federal Government Health Travel and Tourism Lifestyle and Leisure Travel Health and Safety Respiratory Diseases COVID-19 Community and Society
ht New Liberal MP wants 'both sides' of climate change debate taught at schools By www.sbs.com.au Published On :: Wed, 31 Jul 2019 05:19:40 +0000 School children should hear a diverse range of views in the classroom, including from climate change advocates as well as sceptics, a new Liberal MP says. Full Article Australia Science
ht '100 seconds to midnight': Australia singled out as Doomsday Clock advances By www.sbs.com.au Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2020 20:50:21 +0000 Nuclear war, climate change and misinformation have been identified as the three issues that could lead to a man-made apocalypse. Full Article Australia North America World Science
ht Where the wild things are: How nature might respond as coronavirus keeps humans indoors By www.sbs.com.au Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 02:45:22 +0000 Full Article Science
ht China limited the Mekong’s flow. Other countries suffered a drought. By www.sbs.com.au Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 00:47:51 +0000 New research show that Beijing’s engineers appear to have directly caused the record low levels of water in Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. Full Article Science
ht The desert is now deserted, so these locals are seeing Uluru in new light By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 10:51:39 +1000 Uluru in 2020 is a rare sight for Mutitjulu local Verna Wilson, who is taking her kids out to see parts of Kata Tjuta National Park that are typically bustling with tourists. Full Article Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Community and Society Indigenous Culture COVID-19 Aboriginal Tourism
ht 'Right to repair' taken up by the ACCC in farmers' fight to fix their own tractors By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 12:35:56 +1000 The competition and consumer watchdog has launched an inquiry into whether tractor manufacturers are failing farmers who want the right to repair their own machinery. Full Article Rural Sustainable and Alternative Farming Consumer Protection Business Economics and Finance Information Technology Science and Technology
ht One year after its launch, Canberra's light rail patronage has plummeted By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 06:11:24 +1000 Light rail was officially launched one year ago in Canberra and, up until the COVID-19 outbreak, was proving more popular than first estimated. The government announced an increase in frequency to help alleviate the peak hour crush earlier this year, but now, the carriages are running empty. Full Article Community and Society Government and Politics Local Government Industry Business Economics and Finance Rail Transport
ht Airline bailout push turns ugly as Queensland Minister warns NSW Treasurer to 'back right off' By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 07:21:02 +1000 Queensland's State Development Minister Cameron Dick is warning the NSW Treasurer to "back off" over a move to lure Virgin Australia from Brisbane to Sydney as part of a possible bailout package for the embattled airline. Full Article Epidemics and Pandemics COVID-19 Federal - State Issues Health Policy Travel Health and Safety Federal - State Issues Government and Politics Diseases and Disorders Rural Rural Tourism Travel and Tourism Lifestyle and Leisure Business Economics and Finance Company News Tourism Industry Infectious Diseases (Other) Respiratory Diseases
ht Between a croc and a hard place: Inside a farming couple's fight to save their scaly charges By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 11:33:58 +1000 Farmer John Lever and his wife Lillian say their Koorana Crocodile Farm has just two weeks of food left to feed 3,000 crocodiles, so they're offering an 'adopt a croc' program to raise funds. Full Article Tourism Rural Tourism Animals Rural
ht 'Thought my number was up': Tragedy follows horror after man quits job for dream cruise By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 13:28:20 +1000 Raymond Barbara gave up his job for "the holiday of a lifetime". Instead he ended up with coronavirus, in mourning for his late mother, and thousands of dollars out of pocket. Full Article COVID-19 Health Diseases and Disorders Epidemics and Pandemics Community and Society Industry Tourism Government and Politics Federal Government
ht 'Quite a number of angry phone calls': Thousands sign NT landlords' petition against renters' rights to pets By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 19:02:52 +1000 Property owners are calling for pet-friendly tenancy laws to be scrapped before they are even enacted in the Northern Territory, as the Parliament prepares to vote on protections for renters during the pandemic. Full Article Housing Industry Housing Laws State Parliament Local Government
ht Right next to the airport, but for this couple it's a dream home By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:35:16 +1000 Rod Peters is a real-life Darryl Kerrigan from movie The Castle — he has even extended his house to include uninterrupted views of the runway. And the noise? No problem at all. Full Article Air Transport Film (Movies) Comedy (Film)
ht Rex to double regional flights after second cash boost in a week By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:30:48 +1000 Fresh support from the Federal Government and several states means the key carrier will be able to increase services across its network. Full Article COVID-19 Regional Air Transport Federal Government
ht Surging grocery costs blamed on fires, droughts and COVID-19 By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 17:47:13 +1000 Australians have seen a rare rise in inflation, as a series of crises conspired to push up the cost of essential groceries, but economists say consumers should see cheaper prices again now that panic buying has subsided. Full Article Economic Trends Consumer Finance Retail COVID-19 Diseases and Disorders Health
ht Outback charter companies nosedive as pandemic grounds flights By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:42:39 +1000 While the fate of Virgin and Qantas makes headlines, Australia's outback aviation companies say they've been forgotten by authorities. Full Article Air Transport Rural Tourism Health Diseases and Disorders COVID-19 Epidemics and Pandemics
ht Property values fall slightly in parts of Queensland but steady overall By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 07:04:17 +1000 Property values fell slightly in some parts of Queensland in April but rose in others amid a sharp drop in sales due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article COVID-19 Business Economics and Finance Economic Trends Housing Industry Tourism Travel and Tourism
ht Flight Centre stops charging cancellation fees for trips affected by coronavirus By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 22:35:03 +1000 The travel agent chain backs down from charging hundreds of dollars in cancellation fees for trips cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions, following pressure from customers and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. Full Article Consumer Protection Business Economics and Finance Travel and Tourism COVID-19
ht 'Unfair': Flight Centre draws fire over $300 charge for COVID cancellations By www.theage.com.au Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 12:55:01 GMT A Victorian family whose dream holiday to the US was cancelled because of coronavirus has accused Flight Centre of "robbery" for refusing to refund the full cost of a Disneyland pass. Full Article
ht CBD Melbourne: You got to fight for the right to drive By www.theage.com.au Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 13:59:00 GMT Millionaire CarAdvice founder and petrolhead Alborz Fallah just wants to hit the road. Pity the Queensland Police have a different idea. Full Article