The recent flare-up of the deadly Nipah virus in the southern Indian state of Kerala has put health authorities on high alert. Following the death of a 14-year-old boy from the infection over the weekend, authorities are now racing to track down those who may have come into contact with him. Health Minister Veena George
The recent incident involving a basking shark being struck by a vessel in Irish waters has shed light on the potential dangers that marine animals face from boat collisions. The incident, captured on a tracking device attached to the shark, provides valuable insights into the impact of such collisions on these endangered creatures. Basking sharks,
Chipotle Mexican Grill recently released its quarterly earnings and revenue report, which exceeded analysts’ expectations. Despite concerns about the health of the restaurant industry and a recent stock split, the company reported earnings per share of 34 cents, beating the expected 32 cents. Revenue also outperformed, coming in at $2.97 billion compared to the anticipated
Anxiety has been identified as a significant risk factor for developing dementia in older adults. A longitudinal study conducted by researchers from the University of Newcastle in Australia showed that persistent anxiety in older adults can greatly increase the risk of all-cause dementia. The study found that chronic anxiety and new-onset anxiety were both associated
A group of 11 former employees of bankrupt Redbox parent Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment have filed a lawsuit against the company and ex-CEO Bill Rouhana, claiming “greed at shocking levels.” The suit, filed in LA Superior Court, seeks damages of up to $1 billion. This legal action comes after the company went through
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s upcoming address to a joint meeting of Congress has stirred up a significant amount of controversy, leading to the absence of Vice President Kamala Harris and more than 30 Capitol Hill lawmakers. Despite being Netanyahu’s fourth address to Congress, with the last one occurring in March 2015, this year’s speech
A recent study conducted by researchers from the Duke-National University of Singapore (NUS) Medical School has shed light on the role of the protein interleukin 11 (IL-11) in the aging process. The study found that by blocking the effects of IL-11, the lifespan of mice was extended by up to 25 percent. This groundbreaking discovery
Britain’s King Charles III is in for a significant pay raise as profits at The Crown Estate have more than doubled, reaching a staggering £1.1 billion ($1.4 billion) in the 2023-24 financial year. This increase in profits has prompted a 50% rise in the taxpayer-funded Sovereign Grant, which supports the official duties of the Royal
Rumors are swirling that Samsung is gearing up to launch its Galaxy Tab S10 series later this year. Following the debut of the company’s flagship foldable smartphones at the Galaxy Unpacked event, market analysts are predicting that the production of the upcoming tablets could begin as early as next month. Reports suggest that Samsung may
Recently, a video surfaced of Team GB’s Charlotte Dujardin using a whip on a horse during a training session, leading to her withdrawal from the Paris Games. This incident has sparked outrage and raised serious concerns about animal welfare in equestrian sports. In response to the video, Dujardin claimed that the incident was “completely out