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Spoils of freedom
This is the moment for the people to stand up and act on the constitutional mandate, not only in support of the Palestinians, but also in defiance of a US government that looks increasingly toothless and unwilling to become the role model it was once for many other countries, and for its abandonment of the multilateral system.
Scientists describe genetic program behind primordial lung progenitors
For the first time, researchers describe the genetic program behind primordial lung progenitors--embryonic cells that give rise to all the cells that form the lining of the respiratory system after birth.
Want to save the world? Try science
Scientists and science as a career should be respected and supported, writes Jim Bright.
Filipino scientists help confirm nCoV cases
Filipino scientists from the Philippine Genome Center (PGC) are lending a hand to health officials in confirming cases of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCov) in the country.
Impossible Burgers Aren't Healthy, And That's The Whole Point
When you go to a restaurant and order a hamburger, do you think to yourself, “Ah, yes, this meal will be so nutritious”? Or do you try to ignore the kilojoule count while thinking, “I want the greasy sandwich that will taste so good but make me feel so bad”? I’m guessing it’s closer to the latter. So why...
The ethics of editing humans – and the scientist who helped make it easy
Jennifer Doudna co-discovered the Crispr tool that could cure disease and change the human race. But what happens if it falls into the wrong hands?
Underwater Robot Makes Alarming Find Below Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier'
The glacier in question is roughly the size of Florida and is melting at a fast pace, making a sizeable contribution to the global sea rise.
A quantum of solid: A glass nanoparticle in the quantum regime
Researchers in Austria have used lasers to levitate and cool a glass nanoparticle into the quantum regime. Although it is trapped in a room-temperature environment, the particle's motion is solely governed ...
Medtronic receives CE Mark for Cobalt and Crome portfolio of ICDs and CRT-Ds
Medtronic plc today announced it has received CE (Conformité Européenne) Mark for its Cobalt and Crome portfolio of implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy-defibrillators (CRT-D).
A Brief Examination of Science and Technology
A common misconception is that scientists and engineers and their subjects are somehow completely different from those in general education. We live in a world that has to find new ways to keep pace
Amateur Skywatchers Discover New Form of Northern Lights - Video
The Northern Lights, which is scientifically called the Aurora Borealis, is a natural phenomenon, mainly seen in high-latitude regions.
NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope ends mission of astronomical discovery
After more than 16 years studying the universe in infrared light, revealing new wonders in our solar system, our galaxy and beyond, NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope's mission has come to an end.
Scientists Snap Closest-Ever View of the Sun
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Experience: I saved a woman who jumped in front of a train
She was out cold and difficult to lift. The train came closer and people started to scream
Two years on, Alandur foot over-bridge awaits opening
The Alandur Metro Station has an entry/exit only on one side of the road, and the foot over-bridge would be very useful for commuters
Volcanic earthquakes, magmatic activity in Taal Volcano – Phivolcs
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) continues to monitor activities of the Taal Volcano after recording several volcanic earthquakes which signify magmatic activity.
'Lock them up!'
A year from now, prosecutors will be launching criminal investigations of the party that loses the election
NBFCs: Survey’s new diagnostic tool ‘Health Score’ may help avert liquidity crisis
The recent funding crunch in the economy caused by the blowouts in the NBFC sector (IL&FS, DHFL etc) over the last two years has clearly prompted the Government to look at the problems of fina
Alina Szapocznikow’s Self-Portrait: an ancient marble hero
The Polish artist who survived Auschwitz creates work reflecting a bygone era
Mountains influence the impact of earthquakes
According to the research of Professor Mark van der Meijde, mountains influence the impact of earthquakes. It was already known that the topography of an area has an influence on earthquakes, but the ...
4 boys die in suicide bomb attack in northeastern Nigeria
Earlier, another young girl was said to have stormed into a house in the area and detonated her explosives, injuring one person, a resident, Salisu Mohammed said.
Beer Might Actually Be Good for You, According to Science
While drinking a lot of beer is probably not a good idea, moderate consumption of the odd pint has been shown to be very beneficial to your health and wellbeing!
Royal Astronomical Society rebrand inspired by “vision and discovery”
The new identity, which has been led by London-based design studio Johnson Banks, seeks to “sensitively modernise” the 200-year-old organisation.
Thunberg puts climate activist Nakate in media spotlight
Greta Thunberg puts Africa’s climate activists in media spotlight Stockholm, Sweden | AFP | After a racism debate in Davos on the invisibility of African climate activists, Greta Thunberg held a press conference Friday with eco warriors from Kenya, Uganda and South Africa to stress the importance of their voices. Vanessa Nakate of Uganda was …
Scientists back use of Napier grass as sustainable way to feed herds
According to a study carried out in Kenya by the Centre for International Forestry Research,the use of Napier grass as fodder could help reduce strain on forests.
'Sexy' icicle spotted
An innkeeper in tiny Coalmont, B.C. had to do a double take when he and his wife spotted an icicle outside their living room window that looked familiar.
FG targets $150 billion revenue from Zero-oil plan
FG has disclosed that it is targeting additional $150 billion to the foreign reserves in the next 10 years through its zero-oil plan.
Here's Your Horoscope For Today
Here’s your daily horoscope, according to Mecca Woods, Bustle’s resident astrologer and creator of MyLifeCreated.com. We’re constantly fascinated by what our zodiac sign says about our lives, whether it's which signs are most compatible or how each…
Assad regime wrecks Idlib's historic district, destroying artifacts
In a campaign to take control of the country by gaining land with a blatant disregard for growing casualties, the Assad regime is advancing, leaving behind wreckage and chaos
Scientists Created A Cyborg Jellyfish That Can Swim 3 Times Faster
Who exactly was after a cyborg jellyfish? Turns out there's some serious interest in making the sea's finest invertebrates into sleek pulsing speed machines....
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....
A gigantic undertaking
PEOPLE concede that addressing the many needs, including employment and medical, of residents affected by the eruption of Taal Volcano in Batangas is, without doubt, a gigantic undertaking.
Critical infrastructure: Enugu govt approves over N2.5 billion
In continuation with its renewed efforts to provide more critical infrastructure in the state, the administration of Governor Ifeanyi
Waititu a 'sacrificial lamb': Ruto allies
They claim the grand plan is to "finish" the DP politically.
Students design all-terrain electric vehicle
A team of 25 students from Tiruchi designed a car and exhibited at a national-level competition organised by Society of Automotive Engineers- India.‘Team Flux,’ from Saranathan College of Engineering,
Efficient cryopreservation of genetically modified rat spermatozoa
Rat spermatozoa are two to four times larger than that of other animal species and are easily damaged by changes in pH, osmotic pressure, and temperature. Because these animals are very frequently used ...
The CIA’s Infamous, Unsolved Cryptographic Puzzle Gets a ‘Final Clue’
"Even once it’s cracked, it’s gonna be a riddle, something that’s still controversial and hard to figure out," the creator of the Kryptos puzzle sculpture says.
Scientists make alarming discovery under Antarctica’s ‘doomsday glacier’
Scientists have detected unusually warm water underneath Antarctica’s “doomsday glacier.” The team from Georgia Tech was able capture new images and first-of-its-kind data from deep
Scientist bats for technology domination through IPR
AI and Machine Learning are omnipresent concepts, says R. Chidambaram
Scientists make cosmic dust in a MICROWAVE to study the chemical origins of stars, planets and life itself
Creating our very own 'cosmic dust' to study on the Earth had been an expensive, complicated and time-consuming process - but a method from British scientists is set to change that.
Global scientists race to develop novel coronavirus vaccine
Medical researchers at home and abroad are working swiftly to develop a vaccine targeting the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), which has 9,731 confirmed cases in China and 101 cases overseas as of 2 pm on Friday.
Astrophysicists Observe Star Dragging Space-Time
Scientists have observed a spinning star dragging space-time along with it, according to a new paper.
February 2020: Five Planets & More!
If you go out before dawn and then again after sunset, you can spot all five naked-eye planets. And the Winter Hexagon glides high in the evening sky.
Remembering the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake
The 1931 Hawke’s Bay earthquake reshaped Hastings and its impact on the district will once again be remembered at the annual commemoration service being held this Monday, February 3.
Building Micromobility At A Global Scale
Entering the competitive and complex electric scooter and bike market in Washington, D.C. is newcomer Helbiz, based in the U.S. but better known in Europe.
Remembering the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake
The 1931 Hawke’s Bay earthquake reshaped Hastings and its impact on the district will once again be remembered at the annual commemoration service being held this Monday, February 3.
Science and Mathematics to be taught in English again
KUALA LUMPUR: Science and Mathematics subjects will once again be taught in English.
Behind the Scenes: Ikaruga Flight
Background Hello, my name is Wing Wai Sze, I am from New England, US, and I am very excited to be invited here to share my work today! I have been using Blender 3D for over 6 years and it has come a long way since I started. 3D has always been a passion ofRead More
Vocation in Political Science
Occupation in science is one of the absolute most tough yet lucrative academic applications at degree. It is crucial to reach the educational qualification and possess relevant job experience, to earn
Scientists Turned A Normal Jellyfish Into A Speedy Cyborg Jellyfish
Jellyfish are the most efficient swimmers in the ocean, albeit fairly slow ones. Researchers at Stanford University made a jellyfish swim three times faster by sticking a motor to it, creating a biohybrid robot with the jellyfish as the “scaffold.”...
Abish Mathew on the art and science of laughter
Abish Mathew’s ability to generate laughs comes from his parents, he says as he performs for his first ticketed event in Visakhapatnam
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.
Tun M: We Are Going To Use English In The Teaching Of Science And Mathematics
"We must promote the mastery of English in our education system," the acting Education Minister said while speaking during a special meeting with the Ministry of Education on Thursday.
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.
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