d Mounting evidence points to air pollution as a cause of eczema By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 19:00:43 +0000 Air pollution has been linked to eczema before, and now a study of more than 280,000 people has strengthened the association Full Article
d World’s largest coral is 300 years old and was discovered by accident By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:01:23 +0000 The mega-coral measures 34 metres by 32 metres – making it larger than a blue whale – and it is thought to be three centuries old Full Article
d The dilemma of mining more metals so we can ditch fossil fuels By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000 In his new book, Power Metal, journalist Vince Beiser provides a balanced briefing on the race for the resources that will shape our technological future Full Article
d To truly understand non-human grief, we need to think like the animals By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000 Evidence that animals mourn the death of loved ones is growing, but we should be wary of letting our biases cloud this topic, says philosopher Susana Monsó Full Article
d How to take a quantum approach to finding love By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000 Feedback was delighted to learn of the appearance of quantum physicist Garrett Josemans on Netflix's Love is Blind. After all, being comfortable with two opposing realities can surely help in a relationship Full Article
d Watch autonomous cars do doughnuts and drift sideways round corners By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:00:12 +0000 Driverless cars can now do doughnuts and drift like stunt drivers, skidding sideways around corners while maintaining control, which might help the cars recover from dangerous situations Full Article
d Pakistani Christian families plead for justice after daughters’ abductions By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:31:00 -0500 At least two young Christian girls have been abducted and abused in Pakistan within the last three months, sparking concerns over the vulnerability of minority girls and the barriers to justice they face. Full Article
d Canadian gov't accused of banning chaplain prayers during military events By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 12:59:00 -0500 Conservatives in Canada have accused the government of banning military chaplains from reciting prayers in accordance with their faith during Remembrance Day ceremonies across Canada, an accusation liberals have denied. Full Article
d WEA's plan to hold General Assembly 2025 in Seoul sparks debate By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:26:22 -0500 Christian groups in South Korea are calling on the World Evangelical Alliance to put on hold plans for its next General Assembly in Seoul next year. Full Article
d Pastor Greg Laurie says God placed Trump in power 'for such a time as this' By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 08:52:51 -0500 Pastor Greg Laurie recently delivered a message claiming President-elect Donald Trump received a "mandate" from the American people and that a Harris administration would have likely led to increased government hostility against Christians. Full Article
d Parents with kids under 18 swung to Trump in 2024 election: exit polling By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 08:23:33 -0500 Exit polling from the 2024 presidential election shows that parents of children younger than 18 swung to former President Donald Trump as the issue of parental rights in education continues to loom large in American politics. Full Article
d Democrat congressman defends comments against men in women's sports amid backlash By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:56:00 -0500 A Democratic member of the U.S. Congress is doubling down as he faces calls to resign after expressing concern about trans-identified male athletes competing in female sports. Full Article
d Franklin Graham congratulates Mike Huckabee on nomination as US ambassador to Israel By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:32:58 -0500 Evangelist Franklin Graham congratulated former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee on his Tuesday nomination by President-elect Donald Trump to be the U.S. ambassador to Israel. Full Article
d Robotic dogs patrol Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate after election win, Iranian murder plot By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:51:00 -0500 Robotic dogs are patrolling President-elect Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida days after his election victory as the Republican has faced two assassination attempts and reports of an Iranian murder plot against him. Full Article
d Shark fisherman accused of embezzling over $194K from Kentucky church By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:07:28 -0500 A shark fisherman and professional roofer has been arrested after being accused of stealing over $194,000 from a church in Kentucky. Full Article
d Laken Riley murder suspect waives right to jury trial By www.christianpost.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:49:21 -0500 The man charged with murdering Georgia nursing student Laken Riley waived his right to a jury trial in the case that has garnered national attention amid outrage over the Biden administration's immigration policies. Full Article
d Democrat Beatdown (or do you like Democrat Smackdown?) By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:25:00 +0300 Nancy O'Brien Simpson Death by a thousand cuts. There are as many postmortem reasons for the Trump landslide as there are pundits. It was a historic comeback with inroads in every demographic group. However, Trump did not win by millions of new voters joining the Trump Train he won because Democrats stayed home and did not vote for Kamala Harris. Trump gained about 300,000 new voters and Democrats lost three million voters from the 2020 election. This is my take on the top five reasons why the Democrats did not show up for Harris. Full Article Opinion
d Zelensky addresses Western allies after Russia strikes Kyiv By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:09:00 +0300 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appealed to Western allies asking them for help after Russia's most recent attack on Kyiv. "It is crucial that our forces have the necessary means to defend the country from Russian terror. I am grateful to each of our partners who help us. Timely delivery of interceptor missiles for our air defense, fulfilling agreements on defense systems, and electronic warfare production and supply are, without exaggeration, lifesaving efforts," Zelensky wrote on X. In the morning, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported explosions in the Ukrainian capital. A threat of a missile attack was declared in the city. It was later reported that explosions took place in Kyiv's suburbs. Full Article World
d Russia responds to NATO's call to continue Ukraine conflict By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:32:00 +0300 US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said following a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte that the allies would continue helping Ukraine to prepare the country for the continuation of the conflict with Russia in 2025. The North Atlantic Alliance should adjust itself to "changes in Ukraine's needs" and the situation on the battlefield. The US Secretary of State made such statements amid reports about North Korean troops fighting Ukrainian forces on the front lines. Blinken also called on the allies to "respond harshly". NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who supports the idea of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, calls for the continuation of the "bloody massacre," Maria Zakharova, an official representative for the Russian Foreign Ministry said, RIA Novosti reports. Full Article World
d Russian hostage kidnapped in Israel on October 7 attack appears alive on video By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:13:00 +0300 The Saraya al-Quds* group, a military wing of the radical Islamic Jihad* movement (a terrorist organization banned in Russia), released a new video of Alexander Trukhanov, a Russian citizen, who was kidnapped on October 7, 2023. The video of the hostage posted on the Telegram channel of the terrorist group shows the man speaking Hebrew. The man complains about the difficult situation the hostages found themselves in. They do not have enough water and have run out of hygiene products, the man said. Fearing Israeli bombings and missile attacks, Trukhanov called on the Israelis not to forget about the hostages. He also urged the people of Israel to go to rallies and advocate for a ceasefire so that hostages could return home. Full Article Incidents
d Famous Russian chef and journalist suddenly dies after preparing dinner in Belgrade By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:52:00 +0300 Famous Russian journalist, chef and TV presenter Alexey Zimin died. He was 52. The reason for the journalist's death remains unknown. Alexey Zimin was born in Dubna, a suburban town near Moscow, on December 13, 1971. He held the position of deputy editor-in-chief of Afisha Magazine. Zimin also founded Afisha Eda food publication and served as editor-in-chief of Afisha Mir, GQ and Gourmet magazines. The journalist hosted "Cooking with Alexey Zimin" show on NTV channel organised and organised food festivals. Zimin also opened several cafes, bars and restaurants. Full Article Society
d Twelve soldiers pogrom and leave military unit in Novosibirsk By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:55:00 +0300 Twelve soldiers escaped from a military unit in the Novosibirsk region of Russia on November 13. The servicemen pogromed the military unit when escaping. One of the escapees was filming others smashing windows and breaking furniture. "Look, there's a riot going on here. A riot, yehoo! [I'm sick of] it all," the man can be heard saying filming his reflection in a mirror. Another soldier in the background shouts: "Come on, break all the windows!" Full Article Incidents
d Road bridge collapses on railway tracks in Crimea By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:34:00 +0300 A road bridge collapsed between the villages of Izumrudnoye and Maslovo in Crimea, two people were hurt. According to the Russian Emergencies Ministry, the bridge collapse occurred over railway tracks, all services are working on the scene. At the time of the accident, a car and an eighteen-wheeler were traveling across the bridge. It is believed that the bridge could not withstand the weight of the truck and collapsed. Full Article Incidents
d 1971 BSA A65 Thunderbolt: Brit Built Twin of Mighty Renown By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:42:00 +0300 Fresh out of the boxed crate ex Birmingham factory, UK, the BSA badge stood out distinctively. In bright White it was pure English,. Especially when it contrasted with the British Racing Green petrol tank. One could already smell the oil and grease that housed the engine and transmission assembly. I did. After the straw packaging had settled, Gino, my Italian mechanic and friend, emerged fresh from the clutter. At that moment, his countenance shone. His voice cracked with joy. “You makka good choice. But not a Moto Guzzi.” Fair enough. He, like all Italians, had a distinct preference for Ferrari Red. That color predilection even extended to their motorcycles. Gino was not finished. He continued his soliloquy. Gino had more to wisdom to convey. “Bruh... Stay off the main highway. You like to race. Take the first country road exit. There’s a good one. About a mile east.” Full Article Society
d US missile base opens in Poland a few kilometres away from Russia By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:02:00 +0300 On November 13, a US missile base was officially opened in Poland. The base is located in the town of Redzikowo, just 230 kilometers from the border with Russia's Kaliningrad enclave. During the ceremony, Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said that the event was of "historic significance for the security of Poland, the United States and NATO." "Current conflicts, for example in Ukraine or the Middle East, show us how important air and missile defense is,” Kosiniak-Kamysz said. Full Article World
d Rare and complex NATO tank spotted and destroyed in Russia's Kursk region By english.pravda.ru Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 14:24:00 +0300 A "rare and complex" British Challenger 2 tank that Ukraine received from the UK was spotted in the Kursk region of Russia. "The destruction of a heavy British Challenger 2 tank, a rather rare and complex tank to operate, by the marines of our 155th brigade indicates the concentration of enemy efforts," Two Majors Telegram channel said. The fact that such rare military hardware was transferred to the Russian region indicates the intention of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to use all opportunities to hold positions in the Kursk region, authors of the channel added. Full Article Incidents
d Retailer improves business operations by integrating Shopify, POS and SYSPRO By www.retailtechnologyreview.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Nov 4800 17:31:57 +0000 Codeless Platforms has revealed that Meridian Farm Market, a Canadian-based retailer of meat and farm produce, has automated its sales orders and data transfers between SYSPRO, Shopify and its POS system using BPA Platform. Full Article EPoS Systems Data Capture Loading...
d Visix adds Microsoft Power BI Widget to AxisTV Signage Suite By www.retailtechnologyreview.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Nov 3560 17:31:58 +0000 Visix, Inc. has released version 1.87 of their AxisTV Signage Suite digital signage software. This latest update includes a new Microsoft Power BI widget, major speed enhancements, simplified content scheduling and other updates for a better user experience. Full Article Digital Signage
d MRI-Guided Radiation Therapy Reduces Long-Term Side Effects for Patients with Prostate Cancer By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 12:35:54 EST After a comprehensive two-year follow-up, researchers at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center found that MRI-guided stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) for prostate cancer significantly reduced long-term side effects and improved quality of life, particularly in bowel and sexual health, compared to conventional CT-guided treatment. Full Article
d Un avance hacia rayos X mas seguros gracias a la nueva tecnologia de detectores By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:10:56 EST Los rayos X son un componente habitual de las pruebas diagnosticas y el monitoreo industrial, y se utilizan para todo, desde el control de los dientes hasta el escaneo de maletas en el aeropuerto. Sin embargo, los rayos de elevada energia tambien producen radiacion ionizante, que puede ser peligrosa tras exposiciones prolongadas o excesivas. Ahora, investigadores que publican en ACS Central Science han avanzado hacia rayos X mas seguros con la creacion de un detector altamente sensible y plegable que genera imagenes de buena calidad con dosis mas pequenas de estos rayos. Full Article
d Un avance hacia medicamentos y vacunas inhalables de ARNm By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:15:37 EST A la mayoria de la gente no le gusta aplicarse vacunas o inyecciones para recibir tratamientos. Por eso, los investigadores trabajan para crear mas medicamentos, como los que se fabrican a partir de ARN mensajero (ARNm), que puedan pulverizarse e inhalarse. Un estudio publicado en la revista Journal of the American Chemical Society informa sobre los avances para hacer posible los medicamentos de ARNm inhalables. Los investigadores indican que la nanoparticula de polimero lipidico, que es estable cuando se nebuliza y libera aerosoles (gotitas liquidas) en los pulmones de ratones de forma satisfactoria, se optimizo para contener el ARNm. Full Article
d Sylvester Cancer Researchers Share Findings in Oral Presentations at the ASH 2024 Annual Meeting & Exposition - Tip Sheet By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:25:18 EST Research findings from Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Miller School of Medicine at the University of Miami will be presented at the Annual Meeting & Exposition of the American Society of Hematology in San Diego, Dec. 7-10. Full Article
d AANA Calls on VA to Immediately Address Staffing Shortages and CRNA Practice Authority By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:30:31 EST The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) calls on Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Undersecretary for Health, Shereef Elnahal, to correct his inaccurate statement made under oath about Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) practice during a House Committee on Veterans' Affairs hearing. Full Article
d UTSW Epidemiologist to Receive AHA Distinguished Scientist Award By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:05:05 EST Jiang He, M.D., Ph.D., Professor and Chair Designate of Epidemiology in the Peter O'Donnell Jr. School of Public Health at UT Southwestern Medical Center, is a 2024 recipient of the American Heart Association's (AHA) highest commendation, the Distinguished Scientist award. The honor recognizes Dr. He's prolific research on reducing the risks of cardiometabolic diseases, including heart disease, stroke, obesity, Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and chronic kidney disease. Full Article
d WashU Medicine, BJC Health System launch Center for Health AI By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:40:39 EST Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and BJC Health System have launched the joint Center for Health AI. The center will focus on making care more personalized and effective for patients and more efficient and manageable for physicians, nurses and all those striving to ensure patients receive the very best care. Full Article
d New Award Advances Sanders-Brown Director's Research on Inflammation's Role in Alzheimer's By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:40:55 EST The University of Kentucky Sanders-Brown Center on Aging Director Linda Van Eldik, Ph.D., hopes to shed light on how specific brain cells may contribute to the progression of Alzheimer's disease, paving the way for potential new therapeutic approaches.Van Eldik recently received a three-year, $300,000 award from the BrightFocus Foundation to support her research project, "Relationship between astrocyte p38 MAPK, neuroinflammation, and Alzheimer pathology. Full Article
d Key Executive Appointments Announced at UK HealthCare By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:45:17 EST University of Kentucky Co-Executive Vice Presidents for Health Affairs Eric N. Monday and Robert S. DiPaola sent the following message to the UK HealthCare community on Nov. 6, 2024: We are very pleased to announce that Chris DeSimone and Tim Slocum have accepted the positions of Executive Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, respectively. Full Article
d Tufts Mathematics Professor's Gift Renames Science and Engineering Complex By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:55:27 EST Today, Tufts University announced that Loring Tu, a professor in the Department of Mathematics, has made a substantial gift to name the Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in honor of his late grandfather, Tsungming Tu, who was a world-renowned doctor and expert on pharmacology, toxicology, and medical education. Going forward, the SEC will be known as the Tsungming Tu Complex (TTC). Full Article
d Stent em forma de ampulheta poderia aliviar a intensa dor toracica causada pela doenca microvascular By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:20:08 EST Um estudo da Mayo Clinic sugere que um stent em forma de ampulheta poderia melhorar o fluxo sanguineo e aliviar a dor toracica intensa e recorrente em pessoas com microangiopatia. Full Article
d Estent en forma de reloj de arena podria aliviar el intenso dolor en el pecho causado por la enfermedad microvascular By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 15:45:22 EST Un estudio de Mayo Clinic sugiere que un estent en forma de reloj de arena podria mejorar el flujo sanguineo y aliviar el dolor toracico intenso y recurrente en personas con microangiopatia. Full Article
d Nurses' Extraordinary Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:00:18 EST A new book, Nurses' Extraordinary Experiences During the COVID-19 Pandemic: There was Something in the Air, offers a poignant and firsthand account of the challenges and triumphs faced by nurses during the most devastating pandemic of our generation. Full Article
d WashU Expert: 'X-odus' Creates Growing Challenges for Brand Marketing By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:00:34 EST If there is one thing that is constant in marketing, it's that things are constantly changing, according to Michael Wall, a marketing expert at WashU Olin Business School. As social media users flock to sites that align with their political beliefs, brands face the challenge of connecting with diverse audiences. Full Article
d Cedars-Sinai Experts Available for Interviews During American College of Rheumatology Convergence 2024 By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:40:47 EST Full Article
d Treatment Advances, Predictive Biomarkers Stand to Improve Bladder Cancer Care By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:00:00 EST Recent advances in bladder cancer treatments may offer hope of curative care to more patients, including those with high-risk localized, muscle-invasive disease, according to a New England Journal of Medicine editorial published by Matthew Milowsky, MD, FASCO, a bladder cancer expert at UNC School of Medicine and UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. Full Article
d Exposure to Marijuana in the Womb May Increase Risk of Addiction to Opioids Later in Life, Study Finds By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:00:56 EST University of Maryland School of Medicine Researchers Identify Neurobiological Changes Leading to Increase Release of the Brain Chemical Dopamine and Its Target Neurons Linked to Addiction-Like Behavior With the increased legalization of recreational cannabis, as many as 1 in 5 pregnant women in the U.S. are now using the drug to help with morning sickness, lower back pain or anxiety. Full Article
d New Study Links Air Pollution with Increased Risk of Spontaneous Preterm Births By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:15:20 EST Vulnerable populations without access to green space and exposed to higher temps were most affected Full Article
d Researchers Reveal Why a Key Tuberculosis Drug Works Against Resistant Strains By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:35:09 EST Rutgers Health study uncovers vulnerabilities in drug-resistant TB, offering hope for improved treatments. Full Article
d Chewing Xylitol Gum Linked to Decrease in Preterm Birth By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 19:55:04 EST Results from a study in Malawi showed that chewing gum containing xylitol, a naturally occurring alcohol sugar, was associated with a 24% reduction in preterm birth. The findings were published today in Med (a Cell Press journal). Researchers found that the group of pregnant individuals randomized to receive chewing gum also saw a 30% drop in low-birthweight babies, when compared with the control group which did not receive xylitol gum, noted lead author Dr. Greg Valentine, associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Full Article
d McMaster University Researchers Uncover Potential Treatment for Rare Genetic Disorders By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 21:30:59 EST In a groundbreaking study, researchers at McMaster University have identified a potential treatment for Sandhoff and Tay-Sachs diseases--two rare, often fatal lysosomal storage disorders that cause progressive damage to nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. After years of investigating the diseases' underlying mechanisms, the research team has identified an existing FDA-approved drug that could significantly improve quality of life for affected patients and their families. Full Article
d Community Partners Key to Success of Vaccine Clinic Focused on Neurodevelopmental Conditions By www.newswise.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 22:25:31 EST Community partnerships led to a specialized clinic delivering COVID and flu shots to individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions like autism at the MIND Institute. Full Article