ir Physicists just 'held' an individual atom for the first time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 23:44:03 +0000 The groundbreaking quantum experiment could allow us to build things on the atomic level. Full Article Research & Innovations
ir No age group is immune to coronavirus, but why are so few infants getting sick? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 15:15:34 +0000 Scientists are at a loss to explain why infants seem largely resistant to the coronavirus, but new studies are providing clues. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ir Australian soldiers use time off from fighting fires to feed displaced koalas By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 18:23:53 +0000 Australian soldiers from the 9th Brigade used their day off to help feed displaced koalas affected by bushfires at Cleland Wildlife Park. Full Article Animals
ir Wild grey seal filmed 'clapping' on camera for the first time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 18:18:25 +0000 Researchers from Newcastle University captures a wild grey seal 'clapping' on camera for the first time. Full Article Animals
ir Thousands of feral horses to be removed from national park after Australian wildfires By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 21:23:26 +0000 Australia's feral horses will be removed from national park lands to help wildfire-damaged areas come back. The goal is relocation, but not all will survive. Full Article Animals
ir Some birds watch other birds to see if what they're eating is good ... or gross By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:13:58 +0000 Blue tits and great tits keep an eye on how their bird friends react to certain foods. Full Article Animals
ir 46,000-year-old frozen bird uncovered in Siberia By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 13:17:52 +0000 A frozen horned lark bird was discovered in Siberia and is estimated to be 46,000 years old. Full Article Animals
ir Cheetah cubs born through IVF offer hope for their species By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 18:18:12 +0000 Cheetah cubs born through in vitro fertilization are considered a 'groundbreaking scientific breakthrough.' Full Article Animals
ir Seagulls like food better if humans touch it first By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:25:04 +0000 Seagulls prefer to eat food that people have handled first. Full Article Animals
ir Pesticides impair the brain development of baby bees By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 20:16:24 +0000 Bumblebees exposed to neonicotinoids grow up with permanent brain damage. Full Article Animals
ir Sanctuary dog mourns his animal friends by staying by their side By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 18:37:46 +0000 A 3-legged dog named Tricycle always mourns the loss of a friend at an animal sanctuary called Horse Creek Stable in Georgia.. Full Article Animals
ir The first gray wolf in more than 100 years may have returned to northern France By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 19:53:21 +0000 A surveillance camera may have captured an image of the elusive European gray wolf. Full Article Animals
ir How to track migratory birds near you By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 16:58:20 +0000 These websites can help you figure out which migratory birds will be coming through your area. Full Article Animals
ir The benefits of using natural hair dyes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 15:49:43 +0000 Blackcurrant, indigo and henna can color and strengthen your hair naturally and avoid some of the controversial ingredients in traditional dyes. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ir Australian wildfires spawn rarely seen weather phenomena By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 20:27:11 +0000 Fire-created thunderstorms, "ember attacks," high winds and fire clouds are all a part of the intense fires down under. Full Article Climate & Weather
ir The animal-saving research behind that viral coyote and badger video By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:18:51 +0000 Scientists at the Peninsula Open Space Trust are studying how animals move around an increasingly fractured habitat, and the video is just one element. Full Article Animals
ir Bumblebees can switch to 'economy mode' when their nectar load gets extra heavy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 18:01:38 +0000 Scientists have learned out how much energy bees use to fly when carrying heavy and light loads, and they learned about a new ability along the way. Full Article Animals
ir Why are fireflies disappearing? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 19:49:48 +0000 Fireflies are disappearing, likely due to three factors: Habitat loss, toxic chemicals and light pollution. Here’s how you can help them bounce back. Full Article Animals
ir Tips from an introvert on how to enjoy being alone during coronavirus By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 22 Mar 2020 17:42:24 +0000 Introverts have traditionally had to learn to be more outgoing, but during coronavirus, it's the extroverts' turn to learn new behaviors. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ir This coronavirus calculator shows how many lives you save with social distancing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 19:17:42 +0000 Show this coronavirus social distancing calculator to those people in your life who don't 'believe in' staying home. Full Article Responsible Living
ir A third of Americans believe in UFOs, but they aren't all looking for the same thing By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 19:27:07 +0000 A new book, "They Are Already Here" by Sarah Scoles, looks at the people who are obsessed with unidentified flying objects — but for different reasons. Full Article Space
ir Losing your sense of smell may point to coronavirus — or not By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:33:59 +0000 Data can help us understand some of the many ways the human body reacts to this virus and the next one. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
ir We're taking coronavirus seriously. What if we did that with climate change? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 16:41:50 +0000 The similarities between coronavirus and climate change are many. It's just the time scale that's different. Full Article Climate & Weather
ir Venice to become first algae-powered city By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Apr 2009 23:55:04 +0000 The 'City of Light' announces plan to produce 50 percent of its energy from algae. Full Article Research & Innovations
ir Environmental entrepreneurs: Firing up algae fuel By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Nov 2010 20:55:03 +0000 Algae fuel start-ups across the country are getting closer to commercial scale production of the environmentally friendly fuel, thanks to investment from the go Full Article Energy
ir Viruses deflate huge algal blooms at sea By www.livescience.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Aug 2014 15:59:18 +0000 Gobs of microscopic organisms called algae may have met their match in viruses that can invade their cells, ultimately leading to death. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ir What's behind the EPA's new clean air rule? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jul 2011 19:56:18 +0000 A new EPA rule is aimed at keeping people in the East from suffering the effects of pollution that comes from the West. Full Article Energy
ir Air pollution now a top 10 disease health risk By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Jan 2013 20:34:45 +0000 Air pollution from auto exhaust and other sources now poses one of the most serious health risks. Full Article Transportation
ir Why you should take a bird's-eye view of the Great Barrier Reef By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Sep 2016 09:42:00 +0000 Follow NASA's lead and explore this natural wonder by air. Scientists working for NASA's CORAL project are embarking on a two-month aerial study. Full Article Travel
ir Take a leap with these airborne pups By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Oct 2016 17:49:56 +0000 It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a flying dog! Full Article Pets
ir Succulent nail art: Gorgeous, weird or both? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Oct 2016 19:49:04 +0000 While not practical for everyday wear, these 'fat plant' manicures from Roz Borg of Arozona Living are sure to spark a conversation. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ir Spirit of Henry David Thoreau's 'Walden' lives on at state park By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Jul 2017 19:35:26 +0000 Henry David Thoreau's beloved slice of nature still exists today in the form of a Walden Pond State Reservation. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
ir 10 irreplaceable World Heritage Sites that are on the brink By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Oct 2017 15:30:25 +0000 These endangered World Heritage Sites, both natural and cultural, could use a helping hand in restoring and preserving their integrity. Full Article Travel
ir Synchronized fireflies gather for a 'rave' in the Great Smoky Mountains By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Apr 2019 19:07:24 +0000 Every June, the Elkmont Ghost Town in Great Smoky Mountains National Park lights up with the world's largest gathering of synchronous fireflies. Full Article Animals
ir Who needs fireworks when you have the stars? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jul 2019 14:40:55 +0000 Fireworks displays are nothing compared to the cosmic explosions and implosions that occur every moment across our universe. Full Article Space
ir Notre Dame rooftop bees appear to have survived the fire By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Apr 2019 15:59:47 +0000 Drone footage shows the Notre Dame beehives appear to be intact, and at least some bees are still alive. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ir Atlanta to Appalachia: Meet the quirky neighbors who keep my life interesting By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 18 May 2019 13:33:13 +0000 From spraying coyote urine to mourning the passing of a horse, I'm learning to be part of this community. Full Article At Home
ir 8 quirks of farmers market foods By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jul 2019 17:30:43 +0000 Local farmers at Montclair Farmers' Market explain why their food looks different from what you see at the grocery store. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ir Floating dairy farm debuts in the Netherlands By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jul 2019 19:56:26 +0000 The Port of Rotterdam is home to the first urban agriculture operation that yields fresh milk, yogurt and cheese. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ir More millennials are moving in with their boomer parents By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2019 14:57:48 +0000 Building codes and zoning bylaws should make it easier for more people to do it. Full Article Remodeling & Design
ir We can't stop talking about porch pirates By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 15:39:24 +0000 It's a sad fact but package thefts increase around the holidays because of all the online shopping. Full Article At Home
ir Minnesota will pay homeowners to make their lawns bee-friendly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 16:51:29 +0000 A Minnesota spending plan will pay homeowners to transform their lawns into bee-friendly habitats. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
ir Opinion: Brokerbility's managing director Ian Stutz on technology and SMEs By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 04 Jul 2019 10:12:02 +0100 Adapting to the future: Technology is changing the way SMEs buy insurance, but brokers have a vital role to play, says Ian Stutz Full Article
ir Biba takes action on FCA coronavirus warning By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 15:14:58 +0000 The trade body has pledged to support members as the regulator insists all firms must have contingency plans in place to deal with major issues such as Covid-19. Full Article
ir Government consults on UK market access for Gibraltar-based firms By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 09:40:43 +0000 The legal framework previously in place needs to be changed due to Brexit, with firms having until 11 May to respond. Full Article
ir Lloyd's to close underwriting room for 24 hours in coronavirus stress test By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 12:08:02 +0000 Market to test its readiness by invoking its emergency trading protocol. Full Article
ir Covid-19: FCA calls on insurers to treat customers fairly during crisis By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:07:29 +0000 Regulator sets out expectations amid coronavirus for travel, motor and home insurance, product suspensions and renewals as it highlights the important role of the broker in helping vulnerable customers. Full Article
ir Covid-19: Industry welcomes "firm and pragmatic" FCA message on BI claims By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 12:01:14 +0100 Sector responds to the regulator's Dear CEO letter calling on insurers to pay valid claims quickly. Full Article
ir MGAA reveals strategic direction By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Wed, 05 Jul 2017 11:48:36 +0100 Due diligence, Brexit, training, professionalism, and lobbying are key focuses for the Association’s future. Full Article
ir Charles Randell to replace John Griffith-Jones as chair of the FCA By www.insuranceage.co.uk Published On :: Fri, 05 Jan 2018 10:24:59 +0000 Randell to take up role on 1 April. Full Article