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Review: 'Parasite': An astutely crafted social satire
Film: "Parasite"; Cast: Song Kang-ho, Choi Woo-shik, Chang Hyae-jin, Park So-dam, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong, Jung Ziso, Lee Jung-em, Jung Hyeon-jun; Direction: Bong Joon-ho | Rating: ***1/2
Breaking Down in Tears, Second Key Accuser Testifies That Harvey Weinstein Raped Her in 2013
Jessica Mann, a fledgling actress who hoped to break into Hollywood, said that Weinstein forced oral sex on her and then raped her at a hotel in Manhattan.
Revisit the 90s with Marvel's Heroes Reborn Saga on Comixology!
While it may not be the most celebrated "reboot" in comic history, Marvel's Heroes Reborn still features great comic talent working on our favorites!
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising Tickets Are Now on Sale
My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising gets a release date in North America and the U.K., with tickets available for pre-sale now.
Harley Quinn's Legion of Doom Membership Comes At a Major Price
The Harley Quinn animated series just proved that membership in the Legion of Doom comes with a heavy price for the DC antihero.
Quantum and Woody: Who Are Valiant's Best 'Worst' Superheroes?
With the relaunch of Quantum and Woody, we break down Valiant's best "worst" superhero duo.
Turkey Says Might 'Have No Choice' but Another Military Offensive in Syria
'We will have to resort to the same path again if the situation in Idlib is not returned to normal quickly,' says Erdogan
Cropped-out climate activist Vanessa Nakate urges media to hear Africans
Vanessa Nakate says she hopes storm over Davos photo will help shift narrative
Susan Choi: ‘A lot of people seem to feel very seen by the book’
Susan Choi wrote her novel Trust Exercise before the #MeToo movement gathered pace, but this US National Book award-winner has joined a vital conversation
Stella McCartney launches collection inspired by Jonathan Safran Foer
Designer says author’s book We Are the Weather struck a chord with its environmental message
World Athletics gives seal of approval for controversial Nike Vaporfly shoes
World Athletics has given its seal of approval for the high-tech Nike Vaporfly shoes that have revolutionised athletics but has set limits on future technology
End-of-life care is vital. Why is it so neglected?
Britain’s palliative care services depend for funding on the charity of the public – that is a national travesty, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones
Economic Survey: 5,151 smart city projects at various levels of execution
On Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna-Urban (PMAY-U) programme, the Survey said the scheme was launched in June, 2015 to provide "pucca" house with basic amenities to all eligible urban poor
Kareena Kapoor Khan And Sara Ali Khan Paint A Pretty Picture Together As They Shoot For Bebo's Show - PICS
Kareena Kapoor Khan will have a special guest on her talk show - What Women Want. It is none-other-than her step-daughter/friend Sara Ali Khan. They shot for this episode today and we have got their pictures here
Prince Harry Wants A ‘Normal Life,’ Says His Friend Nacho Figueras
‘He has become an incredible man, a man that his mother would be proud of,’ Figueras says. Prince Harry‘s good friend Nacho Figueras says that the Duke of Sussex has “suffered ...
Amy Duggar, 33, Shows Off ‘Not Magazine Perfect’ Post-Baby Body In Revealing Post — See Pics
Amy Duggar shared what her post-baby body looks like with her followers on Instagram, celebrating new mothers in her caption.
Take Your Love For Dosa To Another Level By Making This Healthy Palak Dosa
This dosa made with palak is a nutritious, health-giving meal that you can have for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Cebu’s water crisis threatens coronavirus prevention, says WHO
The World Health Organization says water shortages affect the spread of the pathogenic organisms, such as bacteria and viruses
Astronomers Spot Two-Star System Spinning So Fast It’s BENDING Space & Time
New video depicts neutron star, white dwarf twisting both space and time with their immense gravity
Millennials Aren’t Spending All Their Money on Avocado Toast, Actually
They are burdened by student loans, but new data shows they have saved more for retirement than Gen Xers did at the same age.
Beyond Brexit: Fishing, farming and science set for biggest shake-up in 70 years
It was hard to find a more pro-remain sector of the UK economy than Britain's scientific research sector. Science is, and always has been an international enterprise dependent on the free movement of people and just as importantly research funds. And most of the money, and people, come from the EU. The government's announcement this week for a fast-track visa system for "top talent" in research has allayed some of the scientists' fears.
After 213 deaths, WHO declares Coronavirus a global health emergency
WHO has declared novel coronavirus (nCoV) a public health emergency, following the record of 213 deaths and over 7,000 confirmed cases.
Estranged husband accused of killing Jennifer Dulos dies
A man charged with murdering his wife who went missing amid a contentious divorce case died Thursday, his lawyer said.
U.K.'s health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries 'considerable risks to health.'
Pigs Genetically Engineered With Human Cells May Pave The Way For Future Skin Transplants
A team of researchers in China have genetically engineered a pig with human DNA and transplanted skin grafts onto monkeys in a “milestone” they say will pa
Do Not Put Ocean Power Technologies Stock in Your 401k
The Ocean Renewable Energy Action Coalition just launched. As a result, is Ocean Power Technologies and OPTT stock worth a look?
Nintendo Says No New Switch Models Planned For 2020
Feel free to ignore those ethereal “Pro” rumours for a while.
China Reports Nearly 10,000 Coronavirus Cases
The World Health Organization says the worldwide spread of the virus is a global health emergency, as well as an "extraordinary event" requiring a coordinated international response.
Women are the single largest exclusion in India’s farmer suicides data: P Sainath
Delivering his valedictorian address at the XVI National Conference of Indian Association for Women's Studies (IAWS) here, Sainath, 63, said climate change was going to affect women more as they are the providers of water, food, fodder and fuels.
Coronavirus a public health emergency; what does WHO declaration mean?
India has reported its first case of coronavirus infection on Thursday when a student of Wuhan University tested positive for the virus after she returned to the country. The WHO has declared it as a global emergency. But what does that mean?
Kashmiri Pandit colonies in Valley safe, fenced and gated: ‘It’s like dividing us again’
An Indian Express series 'Homeless At Home' Part 2: But local residents do not see the Pandit colony as a solution, and believe it could become part of the problem.
Wrestler Ravinder Kumar fails dope test, banned for four years by NADA
Wrestler Ravinder Kumar, who won a silver medal at the Under-23 World Championships last year, has tested positive for a prohibited substance and he has been banned for four years.
China ambassador says no need for ‘unnecessary panic’ over virus
GENEVA, Jan 31 — China is decisively working to control the deadly outbreak of the novel coronavirus, its ambassador to the UN said today, insisting there was no need for countries impose “excessive measures” like border closures. “There is no need for unnecessary panic, and no need for...
Brexit is a ‘sea change’ for Europe, says Merkel spokesman
BERLIN, Jan 31 — Britain’s EU departure today marks a “sea change” for the bloc, Chancellor Angela Merkel’s spokesman said. “It is clearly a sea change for Europe because the UK was an important member of the EU for 47 years — nearly half a century,” said Steffen Seibert said at a...
New rules outlaw some of Nike’s record-breaking shoes
PARIS, Jan 31 — World Athletics announced significant changes to its rules today that will outlaw some variants of Nike’s Vaporfly running shoes and introduce strict limits to the technology developed for any future shoes used in elite competition. The sport’s governing body (WA) said that...
Bionic jellyfish? Yes, and they are here to help
WASHINGTON, Jan 31 — It may sound more like science fiction than science fact, but researchers have created bionic jellyfish by embedding microelectronics into these ubiquitous marine invertebrates with hopes to deploy them to monitor and explore the world’s oceans. A small prosthetic enabled...
South Korean evacuees from Wuhan welcomed to quarantine centres
SEOUL, Jan 31 — Hundreds of South Koreans flown home on a charter flight from China were greeted with welcome signs today as they arrived at quarantine centres where nearby residents had staged vehement protests only a day before. The 368 South Koreans were transported to two facilities in Asan...
No restrictions on food imports from China, says agriculture minister
MARANG, Jan 31 — There are no restrictions on the import of food from China so far, although the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared a public health emergency following global concerns over the 2019 novel coronavirus infection. Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Datuk Seri...
State Health Dept slaps down rumours of coronavirus outbreak in Penang
GEORGE TOWN, Jan 31 — The Penang Health Department today denied that three Malaysians were being treated for the 2019 novel coronavirus at Hospital Pulau Pinang, as alleged in a message circulating on social media platform WhatsApp today. In a statement, the department said the message claiming...
Coronavirus: Countries evacuate citizens from China
HONG KONG, Jan 31 — Thousands of foreigners were among millions of people confined in the central Chinese city of Wuhan when Beijing announced plans to stem the spread of a SARS-like virus that has now claimed 213 lives nationwide. Today, China’s National Health Commission said nearly 10,000...
Manchester United won’t do any more business – Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rules out Joshua King move
Joshua King had been linked with a return to Old Trafford, but Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said it is unlikely.
Leroy Sane moving ‘surprisingly well’ but Guardiola won’t put a timescale on return
Despite moving well on his return to training, there is no timescale for Leroy Sane to make his comeback from injury.
Facebook Cracks Down on Coronavirus 'Conspiracy Theories' that 'Local Health Authorities' Don't Like
Facebook recently stated that it will begin removing "misinformation" relating to the coronavirus after the WHO declared the outbreak in China a global health emergency. The misinformation will be identified not only by "leading global health organizations" as well as China's "local health authorities."
Nicky Hilton Fights Climate Change by Wearing Old Chanel: 'I Am Doing My Part'
Hotel heiress Nicky Hilton Rothschild unveiled her masterplan to fight climate change: wear vintage luxury designer clothes like Chanel and taking the New York City subway.
Mercury, Not Venus, Is The Closest Planet To Earth
A team of scientists just demonstrated something that might shock you: Mercury, not Venus, is the closest planet to Earth on average....
City Councilman Ron Menor bows out of Honolulu mayor’s race | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
City Councilman Ron Menor said today he has decided not to run for Honolulu mayor this fall after all.
Hawaii bills would ban more sunscreens in the isles | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Hawaii legislators today announced the introduction of bills that restrict the sale of sunscreens with anything other than those deemed safe for the coral reef as well as human health in the state.
Cancer is ‘terminal,’ Willie K says in Facebook post | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
After being diagnosed with lung cancer in early 2018, Maui-based entertainer Willie Kahaiali‘i, better known as Willie K, announced via Facebook this week that his diagnosis is terminal.
Coronavirus outbreak: What we know so far
A global public health emergency has been declared as cases continue to spread.
BBC must invest in specialist music stations, executive says
James Purnell said traditional radio is no longer a ‘default’ for many listeners.
Biden says he will endorse any Democrat who wins nomination
Democratic presidential contender Joe Biden said Friday that he would support any Democrat who wins the nomination, even if that candidate is top rival and progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.).
Biden holds small lead in four-way race for Iowa: poll
A new Iowa poll by Park Street Strategies shows former Vice Presid
Yo Gotti, Lil Uzi Vert, & Megan Thee Stallion Finally Drop Visuals For "Pose"
Gotti, Uzi, and Megan finally link up to deliver 'Pose' visuals. After Megan Thee Stallion hopped onto a remix of Yo Gotti and Lil Uzi Vert's 'Pose,' in October last year, it was only a matter of time before the trio linked up to concoct some photo-op worthy visuals. Nearly three-and-a-half months l...
WavLink Halo Base WiFi System – 3 Packing Mesh WiFi Costs Just $119.99
Wavlink's Halo Base station 3-pack is currently on sale at Newegg.com, making this system cost just $119.99.
Coronavirus Is Now A Public Health Emergency, What Does That Mean?
The World Health Organisation met today and declared the coronavirus from Wuhan (2019-nCoV) a public health emergency of international concern, or PHEIC....
Requesting 'More Butter' Is A Brilliant First Date Move
A lot of restaurants bring out bread “for the table,” but most of those restaurants do not bring enough butter for the amount of bread that is brought. Like only serving appetisers with an odd number of edible items, it’s unclear if they skimp on butter to create strife, or if it’s out of some sort of fiscal...
Here's Australia's Hotlines For Coronavirus Advice
The World Health Organisation has declared coronavirus a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). In Australia, only nine cases have been confirmed and there's been no evidence of human-to-human transmission. If you're concerned you might be affected by the virus, however, a number of hotlines have...
Coronavirus: How Worried Should I Be About The Shortage Of Face Masks? Or Can I Just Use A Scarf?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has just declared the coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern....
'We are on high alert' - No confirmed coronavirus cases in SA, says Health Minister Zweli Mkhize
There has been no confirmed case of the coronavirus in South Africa, according to Health Minister Zweli Mkhize.
Arlington kids need new middle school; vote for the bond
No one likes taxes, but we also can’t have schools that are not safe. I’ve toured the current Post Middle School and I can certainly understand the conclusion that the cost of bringing it up to safety standards, including seismic codes, would be more or as much as the cost of building a new school. This was the same conclusion that was reached when the time came to do something with Presidents Elementary. It was a good decision then to replace Presidents Elementary and it is a good decision now to replace Post Middle School.
Check Out Zungu’s Drip As He Touches Down In Spain
Ahead of his proposed move to Laliga side RCD Mallorca, Bongani Zungu touched down in Spain looking swagged out. Did you see his drip?
Hawks crack down on alleged fraudsters in Buffalo City Metropolitan
The two men were granted R500 bail each in the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Port Elizabeth on Thursday.
WHO declares coronavirus outbreak global health emergency
The World Health Organization announced on Thursday that it was declaring the deadly coronavirus outbreak to be a global health emergency.
FG mulls release of 2021-2025 Medium Term Development Plan
The Federal government says the successor Medium, Term National Development Plan: 2021-2025 will be ready soon.
Dundee mental health support scheme hailed as national success story
The success of a new approach to supporting mental health issues in Dundee has been hailed as a national success.
Economic Survey outlines strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy, says PM Modi
In a social media post, PM Modi said that the Economic Survey, tabled in Parliament today, highlights the government's strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy.
WHO declares coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency; death toll hits 213
"Our greatest concern is the potential for the virus to spread to countries with weaker health systems," says WHO chief.
Thai taxi driver is kingdom's first human-to-human transmission of virus
A Thai taxi driver has been diagnosed with the coronavirus, health officials said Friday, in the kingdom's first case of human-to-human transmission of the deadly sickness which has sparked a global health alert.
Watch Leonard Cohen read "The Only Tourist in Havana Turns His Thoughts Homeward" (1965)
“I was in Havana in 1961 during the Bay of Pigs invasion fighting on both sides,” said the great Leonard Cohen in 1965 before reading this fantastic satirical poem he wrote while in Cuba. It’…
Mattress shopping with a bad back
The world is now filled with an insane variety of things you can sleep on. I ended up with a Purple 3 mattress, but holy cow — what a ride!
Astrophysicists Observe Star Dragging Space-Time
Scientists have observed a spinning star dragging space-time along with it, according to a new paper.
Cancer - it may be a heriditary condition | TheHealthSite.com
World Cancer Day is approaching on February 4. In light of this, let us look at how cancer may be hereditary and what you can do to ascertain your risk.
Cancer - bring down your risk with healthy habits | TheHealthSite.com
Cancer is a dreaded disease, but it is also preventable. Read on to know how you can bring down your risk by cultivating a few healthy habits.
Alzheimer's - good sleep habits can protect you | TheHealthSite.com
Alzheimer's disease can be traumatic for both patients and caregivers. To bring down your risk of Alzheimer's, you need to develop the right sleep habits.
strep throat - 5 home remedies to beat it | TheHealthSite.com
According to a new study, strep throat may soon be antibiotic resistant. Know some natural remedies that can help you deal with this condition.
China's factory activity falls in January as virus fears grow
China's manufacturing activity slipped in January, official data released Friday showed, as the country grapples with a new virus that has claimed more than 200 lives.
Autonomous vehicles could benefit health if cars are electric and shared
What impact will self-driving cars have on public health? The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) has taken part in a study that analyzed the potential risks and benefits of autonomous vehicles ...
Small molecule may slow down Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease affects more than 10 million people worldwide. A newly discovered molecule may offer a way to slow or even stop its progression.
PETA says its Colin Kaepernick-inspired Super Bowl ad rejected by Fox
PETA also says the NFL put pressure on the network.
Super Bowl jerseys 2020: What uniforms will 49ers, Chiefs wear during Super Bowl 54?
Does jersey color matter during the Super Bowl? For the superstitious, here's a look at the uniforms the 49ers and Chiefs will wear for Super Bowl 54.
Kangana Ranaut Opens Up On Mean Remarks On Motherhood, Applauds Kareena Kapoor Khan & Neena Gupta
Reacting to the society's habit of body shaming and putting down women who have had kids, Kangana Ranaut says that we should we need to undo this attitude and evolve as individuals and as a society.
Jameela Jamil Turned Down An Invitation To Party With Leonardo DiCaprio & The Reason Is Shocking!
Actress and activist Jameela Jamil turned down an invitation to party with Hollywood star Leonardo DiCaprio, so she could smuggle steaks out of an A-list bash.She said the drama happened at her "fir
‘Divya Drishti’ end on Star Plus in February confirmed
Star Plus’ popular weekend series ‘Divya Drishti’ will be ending in February, its been confirmed. The thriller starring Adhvick Mahajan, Sana Sayyad and Nyra Banerjee, continues to work well for the channel, however, it will end incidentally on the same day it launched, a year ago. It is likely ‘Divya Drishti’ may return post Indian […]
UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.
Economic Survey advocates further ‘economic freedom’
While it does makes a case for further reform, it falls short on prescriptions and sector-specific insights
Changi Airport clarifies, says “CAG does not restrict the wearing of masks by those on duty at the airport”
Changi Airport clarifies, says “CAG does not restrict the wearing of masks by those on duty at the airport”
NYT writer says world is suffering because Xi govt delayed announcing Wuhan virus outbreak
NYT writer says world is suffering because Xi govt delayed announcing Wuhan virus outbreak
A positive, but cautious outlook for M&A activity in 2020
After recent surges in activity in 2018 and 2019, New Zealand’s M&A activity is expected to slow down in 2020, with processes taking longer, and some deals failing to complete.
$400,000 fund opening for Hamilton community groups
Applications open from 1 February for local community groups to seek a share of more than $400,000 through Hamilton City Council’s 2020 Single-Year Community Grants.
How to Improve Privacy on Android Phones with Steps - Gizchina.com
With data breaches every now then, it is crucial to protect your data. In this guide, we talk about how you can improve your privacy on Android smartphone.
Scott Tiffoney loan deal to Ayr United not a sweetener for Alan Forrest move, says Livingston boss Gary Holt
United winger Alan Forrest remains a Livi target - but Holt says he'll remain an Ayr player for the rest of the season.
Monster-Filled ‘A Quiet Place Part II’ Super Bowl Spot Features Return of John Krasinski’s Character [Video]
Paramount Pictures is getting ahead of the Super Bowl with an early release for their “Big Game” TV spot for A Quiet Place Part II, which offers a bit of new footage from the post-apocalyptic thriller that heads out of the family’s safe space and into the even more dangerous world. The biggest reveal: John […]
Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission, total cases rise to 19
BANGKOK: Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said on ...
Japan speeds up new Wuhan coronavirus measures as more evacuees arrive
TOKYO: Japan said on Friday (Jan 31) that it would bring forward the date that the coronavirus will become a "designated infectious disease" to ...
China's factory activity falls in January as Wuhan coronavirus fears grow
BEIJING: China's manufacturing activity slipped in January, official data showed on Friday (Jan 31), as the country grapples with a new virus that ...
Markets welcome WHO virus declaration
Markets rose in Asia on Friday after the World Health Organization declared a global health emergency over the deadly new virus sweeping China.
NSW strikes ‘landmark’ energy deal with Federal Government, Greens call it ‘climate criminality’
A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has A "landmark" agreement between the Morrison and Berejiklian governments that will see more than $2 billion invested into a new gas-fuelled energy deal has been slammed as "climate criminality" by the Greens.
Canberrans can now grow and smoke cannabis, though some questions remain unanswered
Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of. Friday marks Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of.
Majority of Canadians 'satisfied' with the country's abortion policies: poll
A majority of the Canadian public are satisfied with the country’s abortion policies, a new poll says. The DART & Maru/Blue Voice Canada poll released on Friday says 75 per cent of Canadians were “satisfied” with Canada’s abortion policies, with 25 per cent indicating they are not satisfied. Like most countries, Canada’s abortion laws have evolved over …
New report shows black pregnant women are more at risk of dying in the U.S.
A new data shows that Black women in the U.S. die during pregnancy or in the months after giving birth two and half times more often than white women and three times more often than Hispanic women. The data which was released by the National Center for Health Statistics on Thursday show that the national maternal mortality...
Iranian Tae Kwon Do Fighter Moves To Bulgaria With Olympic Dream
Farzad Zolghadri, an Iranian tae kwon do fighter who moved to Bulgaria this month, says he wants to represent the Balkan country at this summer's Olympics in Tokyo, insisting that his decision has “nothing to do with politics.”
EU Top Envoy Says No Clash With U.S. Over Kosovo Talks
The European Union’s top diplomat said on January 31 in Belgrade that the bloc was not competing with the United States in facilitating dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia.
Phony Ppl – “Fkn Around” (Feat. Megan Thee Stallion)
Megan Thee Stallion played a Tiny Desk Concert backed by the Brooklyn neo-soul band Phony Ppl last month. During the performance, they debuted a brand new collaboration called "Fkn Around." Today, they're finally sharing the studio version of the song, and as you might be able to guess from the title, "Fkn Around" is a smoothly funky jam about fucking around: "You got a man, but you're fuckin' around/ Riskin' it all, baby, just to get down." "We have some overlapping people on our teams," Phony Ppl singer Elbee Thrie tells NPR, explaining how the collab came to be. "One of them brought the song to her with a disclaimer, 'I know you don't usually do this.' But she gave it an organic listen and was feelin' it. And with the topic being what it was, having a woman on the song who could pen a great verse was what we wanted. And that's exactly what she did." Listen to "Fkn Around" below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STpRa2JPFA0
Shut Up, Dude: This Week’s Best And Worst Comments
A fun fact is that today is your Stereogum staff's last day as employees of our parent company, and an administrative hiccup resulted in all our email accounts being briefly deactivated this afternoon. Fun. It's all fixed now, though. The Man can't keep us from reading email. Got to keep on movin'. Hope you enjoyed Destroyer Season and that you'll save some of your jokes for our obligatory Super Bowl Halftime Show post. See ya then! View this post on Instagram caption this video of #MachineGunKelly playing new music for his label A post shared by Stereogum (@stereogum) on Jan 30, 2020 at 10:50am PST THIS WEEK'S 10 HIGHEST RATED COMMENTS #10 ursaminorjim Score:39 | Jan 29th “I’m the d-e-e-e-e-e-e-a-a-a-a-a-a-a-d-d-d g-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-u-y-y-y…“ Posted in: Billie Eilish Is Performing At The Oscars #9 bakedbeans Score:40 | Jan 29th We might *assume* they’re already voting for him, but many of them are just not voting. The point with this particular
Save a massive 97% on the Computer Science Bundle
The 11-part Complete Computer Science Bundle is worth over $1,000, but right now it’s on offer for just $39 from Tech Deals.
How do woodpeckers avoid brain injury?
Pecking holes in a solid wood tree trunk would give you a headache, if not serious brain damage. What special assets allow a woodpecker to do it?
WHO declares global health emergency over coronavirus: 4 questions answered
The World Health Organization declared the new coronavirus to be a public health emergency on Jan. 30, 2020. Does the action really change anything? An expert answers four questions.
Top Ten Tips for Accessorizing for the Meath Style Award
The fabulous team at Prepys, sponsors of the Best in Accessories catgeory at this year's Meath Style Awards, have given us their top ten tips for accessorizing your outfit for this year's awards!
Southwest flew millions of passengers on planes that were missing maintenance records, according to a new report
More than 17 million passengers flew on planes that were missing required documentation over roughly two years, the report claims.
Urmila Matondkar mistakenly says ‘World War II’ instead of ‘World War I’ and social media user states, “#UrmilaMatondkar's history is too fast and too furious!”
Urmila Matondkar is currently the most talked about celebrity on social media, courtesy her recent video where she mistakenly stated that ‘World War I
CNN Gets Roasted for Its Take on Trump's Coronavirus Task Force
The World Health Organization on Thursday declared coronavirus a global health emergency amid fears of the virus will spread rapidly in countries that are not prepared to manage a large outbreak, but all CNN seemed concerned with is the White House's diversity problem.
Wales won’t be intimidated in post-Brexit negotiations, says First Minister
Mark Drakeford said Wales would ‘remain a proudly European nation’.
223 km/h on Hwy 97
RCMP South Okanagan Traffic Services say they stopped a driver this week going 223 km/h an hour on Highway 97 just north of Penticton.
If you're still running Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread, WhatsApp will stop working for you tomorrow
The day has come. We knew it was upon us, we prepared for it, we stocked supplies just in case it brought on the apocalypse, and now all we can do is
Disney Has Shared a Heart-Pounding Super Bowl Spot for MULAN
Disney has released it Super Bowl spot for their live-action adaptation of the action-adventure epic Mulan . The spot offers up some incredibly cool new footage that I’m sure fans will enjoy. A lot of that footage features Mulan in action. The more I see from this movie, the more excited I get to
Authorized Science Ketosis – What is It?
Science keto diet plans are diets which people are currently using to drop fat and build muscle. They function by drastically cutting down the food which that you eat even though upping your work out.
How to Become The Science Friday Host Workforce
The Science Friday host team is made up of both Kathy and David, who placed these events. They have a local community outreach method for each nation in that they may send pro teachers, advisers, and
Understanding Botanical Science
Lots of men and women feel that persons can be helped by botanical science within the world that is real. Sciences are very interesting for the reason that they look at herbs and plants in numerous
Billie Eilish malware attacks 15 000 SA users
Cyber criminals are exploiting Grammy Awards to spread malware hidden in music tracks or video clips, says Kaspersky.
Malaika Arora’s birthday wish for Amrita Arora is too adorable
Today Amrita Arora celebrates her 42nd birthday and Malaika Arora has a cute wish for her which she posted on Instagram.It is also Malaika’s friend, Vinay Bijlani’s birthday and the actress wished both of them on her Instagram story. She posted some throwback pictures and captioned it saying, "happy bday fellow Aquarian’s." The throwback pictures are a complete treat for the netizens. Not just on her story, Malaika even posted a picture on her feed and captioned it saying, “Happy bday my Amu,amzu,amolla,amutti,ams, ..... alll names of endearment , coz we love u(p.s . Now don’t cry n get emo)."Malaika Arora will soon be hosting a dance reality show along with Terence Lewis and Geeta Kapoor. Can’t wait to see this glam-diva sizzle on the small screen again.Check out the pictures that Malaika posted with Amrita...
UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
LONDON - The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning
NZ vs IND T20I series | It shows character of the team, says Kohli
‘Two Super Over finishes have taught me to stay calm and bounce back when chance comes’
India can make a satellite within four weeks, says Chandrayaan-1 Project Director
‘Space technology provides many opportunities for young engineers’
Mum, 33, disappears with four kids including baby sparking urgent police search
Missing mum Kayleigh Stephens, 33, disappeared from Reading with her four children - 13-year-old Adrian McIntosh, 12-year-old Dylan McIntosh, four-year-old Remeyha Williams and four-month-old Tenaya Williams
Giovanni Pernice says he doesn't like blondes in sly dig at ex Ashley Roberts
Giovanni Pernice said he doesn't date blondes - just a day after splitting from blonde bombshell Ashley Roberts
Work on 'modern' £2.4m swimming pool to start this spring
Work on a brand new multi-million pound swimming pool in Hadleigh is due to get underway this spring.
Facebook To Curb Spread Of Fake News About Novel Coronavirus With Health Ministries Worldwide
The World Health Organisation has deemed the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. And it doesn't help that, as
Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel
The TEPCO-operated nuclear plant suffered a meltdown in 2011 after it was hit by an earthquake-triggered tsunami.
Tokyo Olympic organizers try to dampen cancellation rumors
TOKYO (AP) — Tokyo Olympic organizers are trying to shoot down rumors that this year's 2020 Games might be canceled or postponed because of the spread of a new virus.Japan has so far reported no deaths from the coronavirus that has killed more than 200 people in China. Japanese organizers have hesitated to say much for several days, but on Friday they addressed the rumors. So did the International Olympic Committee, which also has said little.The Olympics open on July 24, just under six months away.“We have never discussed cancelling the games,” Tokyo organizers said in a statement to The Associated Press. “Tokyo 2020 will continue to collaborate with the IOC and relevant organizations and will review any cou
This 1996 Taiwan Crisis Shows Why China Wants Aircraft Carriers so Badly
Beijing says never again.
Just Do It
“The Torah, though, is not just telling us about Pharaoh; it’s also telling us about ourselves. In every one of us, a little Pharaoh is hiding who knows exactly what needs to be done but doesn’t do it.
What does declaring coronavirus a global health emergency change?
A global health emergency usually means more resources and reporting obligations but states do not always follow WHO's guidance
Space-time is swirling around a dead star, proving Einstein right again
The theory of general relativity predicted a phenomenon known as frame dragging, which states that space-time will churn around a massive, rotating body.
Coronavirus outbreak: What we know so far
A global public health emergency has been declared as cases continue to spread.
Astronomers Observe a Star Dragging Space-Time With It in a Cosmic Stellar Dance
Astronomers have been able to prove Einstein right once more as they witness space-time swirling around a dead star in its gravitational pull.
Browns' Baker Mayfield says he'll stop replying to critics
Browns QB Baker Mayfield, saying he's "put my foot in my mouth a lot this past year," said he's done responding "to the things that don't matter ... that don't help us win."
Minnesota man convicted of raping girlfriend's twin 4-year-old girls, giving them STD: report
A Minnesota man was convicted Tuesday of raping his girlfriend’s four-year-old twin daughters and giving them a sexually transmitted disease, according to a report.
Researchers create world’s most detailed map of breast cancer risk
An international team identified over 350 DNA 'errors' that increase risk of developing the disease, creating a map of breast cancer risk
POCO X2 leaked image shows a Redmi phone look-a-like
The secret has been out for some time. POCO is now independent of Xiaomi. It was something expected since we already heard before Xiaomi would putting an ending to the Pocophone line. Poco’s …
Demand for Buhari’s resignation a call for us to do more, says Keyamo
Festus Keyamo says there is no need for a furore over calls by some people for President Muhammadu Buhari's resignation.
My Chemical Romance reunion tour tickets on sale today
Tickets for all dates on My Chemical Romance's first North American reunion tour in eight years -- including NYC and NJ shows -- go on sale today at noon local time.
Heilung react to incident at show: “we do not tolerate hate speech and racism”
”Apparently some people attended our ritual with the idea that Heilung is only for white people. This is not the case. Heilung is for ALL people, regardless of the color of the skin. And we are sorry that this happened at our show.”
Anthrax, Converge & more playing Kuma’s 15th anniversary fest in Chicago
Chicago’s metal-friendly restaurant Kuma’s Corner is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year with a one-day mini music festival.
China virus death toll hits 213
The nationwide death toll in China's coronavirus outbreak has risen to 213, with nearly 2,000 new cases confirmed, the National Health Commission said on Friday.
Nova Scotia court says man's rights not infringed when Grabher plate was revoked
HALIFAX — A Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge has dismissed a claim by a man who says the province infringed on his freedom of expression when it revoked a license plate personalized with his surname. . .
Nova Scotia court says man's rights not violated when 'Grabher' plate revoked
HALIFAX — A Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge has dismissed a claim by a man who says the province infringed on his freedom of expression when it revoked a licence plate personalized with his surname —. . .
No proposal for PoK merger with Pakistan: Foreign Office
"There is no such proposal under consideration,” Foreign Office spokesperson Aisha Farooqui said on Thursday when asked about the reports. She also rejected that government was thinking to bring new regulation to change the status of Gilgit-Baltistan. “It is media speculation I, do not wish to comment on it,” she said in response to a question.
Craigslist ad led agents to Navy tech’s stash of child porn: feds
A US Navy information systems technician who posted an explicit Craigslist ad looking for sex with a “young” girl has been busted for child porn.
Yasonna ready to step down if immigration boss found not guilty of covering up fugitive's whereabouts
“If he [Ronny] is not guilty, I will step down from my position as a minister because I am sure that [Ronny] is guilty,” Yasonna said on Thursday.
China's factory activity falls in January as virus fears grow
Official figures released Friday showed that the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for manufacturing, an early gauge of factory activity, came in at 50.0, down slightly from 50.2 in the month before. A reading above 50 indicates the sector is expanding while below 50 shows a contraction.
Sporting Life Accumulator: Enhanced four-fold for Sky Bet EFL fixtures on Saturday February 1
We're back with the first Sporting Life Accumulator of February, with four teams fancied for success at a price of 14/1.
NASA bids farewell to the Spitzer Space Telescope
Named in honor of the famed astronomer, Lyman Spitzer, NASA's infrared space telescope launched into space in 2003. On Thursday, it was finally decommissioned, laying the groundwork for the James Web Space Telescope (JWST) in making future discoveries.
China "confident in, capable of" containing, defeating epidemic: NHC
China is confident in and capable of effectively containing the novel coronavirus epidemic, and eventually defeating it, the National Health Commission said in a statement Friday.
Want to save the world? Try science
Scientists and science as a career should be respected and supported, writes Jim Bright.
What Are Korn, System of a Down, Faith No More, and Helmet All Teasing?
System of a Down, Korn, Faith No More, and Helmet each posted an illustration of an astronaut floating alone in space, attached to nothing, on Friday, January 31.
Coronavirus outbreak: What we know so far
A global public health emergency has been declared as cases continue to spread.
On a wing mirror and a prayer? Don't look back in anger in Sunday's Well home with parking
An elegant, Victorian house in Sunday’s Well with oodles of space has a key ingredient — parking, says Tommy Barker
UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.”
Cloudy with a Chance of Podcast: Climate Matters
— This week on Cloudy with a Chance of Podcast, Storm Center 7 Chief Meteorologist McCall Vrydaghs and Meteorologist Kirstie Zontini sat down with a climatologist to talk about our changing climate.
Varadkar says Noone’s autism comments were ‘ignorant’
Taoiseach says Catherine Noone’s comments are ‘not proportionate for her to lose her job’
Men arrested on suspicion of connection with €13m cyber-attack on Malta bank
North’s National Crime Agency boss says ‘large amount’ of proceeds ‘funnelled through bank account in Belfast’
Man arrested for attempted murder following stabbing in Pearl City
Police said it all started when the 21-year-old suspect and 39-year-old victim got into an argument in the home in which they both live.
Coronavirus: Quarantining millions in China is unprecedented, wrong
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- The World Health Organization has declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. China has recorded over 8,246 cases, but just 170 deaths from the disease. As far as emerging diseases go, this virus appears relatively insipid.
U.N. aid agency fears U.S. Middle East plan will spark violence
GENEVA (Reuters) - The U.N. aid agency for Palestinian refugees voiced concern on Friday that the U.S. administration’s Middle East peace plan will spark further violence and said it had contingency measures in place to boost protection and assistance in the occupied territories.
Swedish health authority says woman is confirmed to have coronavirus
STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Sweden’s Public Health Agency said on Friday that a woman had tested positive for coronavirus and was being kept isolated at a hospital in southern Sweden.
Japan panel recommends ocean release for contaminated Fukushima water
TOKYO (Reuters) - A panel of experts advising Japan’s government on a disposal method for radioactive water from the destroyed Fukushima nuclear plant on Friday recommended releasing it into the ocean, a move likely to alarm neighboring countries.
Facebook to remove coronavirus misinformation after WHO declares global emergency
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Facebook Inc said on Thursday it will take down misinformation about China’s fast-spreading coronavirus in a rare departure from its approach to health content, after the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a global health emergency.
WHO Declares Global Health Emergency as Wuhan Coronavirus Continues to Spread
The World Health Organisation on Thursday declared an international public health emergency over the deadly new coronavirus that has hit China hard. The announcement comes as nearly a hundred cases have been spotted in countries outside of China, including the first case of human-to-human transmission in the U.S., also reported on Thursday.
All Humans Are a Little Bit Neanderthal, According to New Research
We’re all a little Neanderthal. That’s the conclusion of a study that used a new statistical technique to revise estimates of the degree to which modern humans have retained Neanderthal DNA. The research suggests that even people of African descent have Neanderthal heritage, something that was previously in doubt.
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online
Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus.
Coronavirus outbreak spreads across Europe
Following confirmations in the U.K. and Russia, Sweden's Public Health Agency said Friday that a woman had tested positive for the coronavirus and was...
Save $50 On The Moto G8+ Smartphone Today
Today, you can save $50 on the Moto G8+ in this sale from Amazon. It's going to bring the price down to just $199, and at that price, this makes a really
Electronics Deals – January 31, 2020: TP-Link, Wemo, Sony & More
Today only, in Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day, you're going to be able to save up to 40% on select smart home products. This includes smart routers,
Save Big On Smart Home Products In This One-Day Sale
In Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day today, it has put a number of smart home products on sale. Allowing you to save big - we're talking up to 40% off of
What does a perfect 2020 look like for Conor McGregor?
Why isn't Conor McGregor No. 1 in ESPN's MMA Rank? And how can he achieve fighter of the year honors by the time 2020 is said and done?
New Harvard Research Reveals a Sad Truth: Men Are Still More Likely to Get Promoted When They Schmooze, but Women Are Not
Science says schmoozing with the boss can help you get a raise or promotion. As long as both of you are men.
Save 50% off Pagico 9: Task & Data Management software
With today's highlighted deal, boost your productivity with this tool's task timeline, project visualization, daily planning and cross-links. You can save half off the price for a limited time only!
Outdoor Super Bowl parties might encounter 50 mph winds
An outdoor Super Bowl party might be a risky adventure come Sunday as wind gusts could reach 50 mph, says the National Weather Service forecast.
Control on society lets China lock down 50M people, feed them
Authorities have blocked 50 million people from leaving Wuhan and nearby cities at the center of the outbreak. That in turn requires a massive effort to keep them supplied with food and other neces...
New ZZ Top Album ‘Coming Up’ Says Billy Gibbons
Billy Gibbons said plans were being made to work on a new ZZ Top album with Rick Rubin in January 2020.
‘We apologize for this failure.’ A judge said a couple missed a chance at a $7,000 tax refund — but now he says they deserved it
The court-ordered refund caps the couple’s four-year quest for the money.
It's National Hot Tea Month!
Jen Avis, a health expert from the St. Francis Medical Center joined us to talk about the benefits tea drinking can have.
Daring John Port School pupil loses his locks - but charity gains £1,100
Charlie Craxton says he's pleased with the amount he's raised
Latest on travellers reportedly walking around village 'carrying chainsaws'
Residents previously said they were 'scared'
Telescope reveals details of sun’s turbulent surface
Further observations will help scientists understand and predict solar activity that can disrupt satellite communications and affect power grids.
Facebook fights spread of misinformation about coronavirus online
Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus.
Aston Martin won’t release EVs until it’s financially stable
Following an emergency investment, Aston Martin says it likely won't make any EVs until after 2025.
NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope Mission Comes to End After 16 Years in Space
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope's mission has come to an end after 16 years of studying the universe, the US space agency said on Friday.
Indian Government Bans Exporting All Types of Respiratory Masks
New Delhi (Sputnik): The novel Coronavirus is spreading fast in China and causing health scares in many other countries with the World Health Organisation declaring it a global emergency. The death toll has swelled to 230, with 9,692 infected cases in China alone. As a precaution, health experts suggest wearing face masks in public places.
Indian Forces Gear Up to Receive Countrymen Returning from China Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
New Delhi (Sputnik): India on Friday arranged a special Air India Flight to evacuate its citizens stranded in the Chinese city of Wuhan where the Novel Coronavirus was first detected. The step came after the World Health Organisation on Thursday declared the spread of the virus a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern”.
Katie Price cuddles Junior and Princess while visiting terminally-ill mum Amy
They jetted off to Spain earlier this week.
Katie Price is ‘focusing on rebuilding her empire’ rather than men
She's also changing her number for a fresh start.
Grandmother is 'so sorry' she shot her autistic 8-year-old grandsons dead
'I loved those boys. I never intended to harm them. I am so sorry that I did,' she said.
BBC must invest in specialist music stations, executive says
James Purnell said traditional radio is no longer a ‘default' for many listeners.
Sinn Féin border poll pre-condition 'a necessity' for coalition government, says Mary Lou McDonald
Sinn Féin's border poll pre-condition for entering government is not an exotic red line but an absolute necessity, Mary Lou McDonald has said.