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AstraZeneca's Imfinzi gets speedy FDA review for small cell lung cancer
British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc said on Friday its cancer drug Imfinzi has been granted a speedy review by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...
Rs 2,000 notes not much in use, can be taken out of circulation: S C Garg
Rs 2000 notes were circulated by RBI in November 2016 after demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes
Children of divorce are sticking at marriage, as ONS reveals divorce rate fallen to lowest for almost 50 years
Children of divorce are sticking at marriage, experts say, as official figures reveal that the divorce rate has fallen to the lowest for almost 50 years.
A Limerick hospital nurse: Staff ‘cannot cope’ with the stress
Overcrowding at UHL: ‘I’ll be honest – there is no dignity for patients on trolleys’
Chinese astronomers discovered a black hole so big it shouldn't exist according to current science
Chinese scientists have discovered a black hole that’s so big it throws into question previous beliefs about how black holes are formed.
1850 telephone calls to cost no more than a local call from Sunday
Comreg’s overhaul of rates comes as survey shows 37% of consumers believe freecall 1800 numbers are charged
Breast milk may help prevent heart disease in premature babies: Study
Identifying the key components within breast milk that result in improved heart health could pave the way for a more targeted approach to long-term cardiovascular wellbeing for those born prematurely, according to the researchers.
‘Speedy’ diarrhoea diagnosis test developed by UK doctors
Researchers at University Hospital Southampton say the test will ‘revolutionise’ treatment.
The Oldest US Citizens Passed Away at the Age of 114 Years and 140 Days
The oldest person in the United States, New York resident Alelia Murphy, died at the age of 114 years and 140 days, ABC and BGNES reported. Afro-American Murphy became the oldest person in the United States in January when her predecessor, Lessie Brown, died in Ohio.
'Sci-fi' electrode sleeve offers new hope for millions of paralysis patients
Cutting-edge technology is giving new hope to millions of people living with paralysis across the United States. Researchers at The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research have successfully developed a light-weight, wearable electrode sleeve that regulates and triggers finger movement in quadriplegics.
'New home test can detect aggressive prostate cancer'
A new test can detect signs of prostate cancer using urine samples collected at home, according to a study which could predict whether patients will require treatment for the disease up to five years earlier than current methods.
Trolley numbers for this year are the highest since records began, INMO says
The INMO said today that over 108,300 people have gone without beds so far this year.
Scientists develop robot personal trainer to coach at gym
Robot Pepper can tell jokes, show sympathy, lean in towards the runner and change eye colour to express emotion.
QUT launches new $7.5m Centre for Data Science
Projects already underway with Qld govt.
After suicide of serviceman, SCDF enhances support for recruits struggling to adjust
SINGAPORE: The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has recently enhanced its support programme for National Service recruits who struggle to ...
Mandatory course on ‘social responsibility and community engagement’ for UG, PG students soon
Students will be awarded credits for participating in such activities ranging from research projects to teaching, under this new curriculum. Under this, students will learn local wisdom from the community, understand their problems and can collectively devise solutions for the same.
‘Speedy’ diarrhoea diagnosis test developed by UK doctors
Researchers at University Hospital Southampton say the test will ‘revolutionise’ treatment.
The Purpose Of A Business
Is the purpose of a business just to make money?
Arrayjet secures new contract to provide SciLifeLab with microarray technology for proteomics research
Arrayjet, the Scottish-based microarray instrumentation company, has secured a GBP250,000 contract to provide the Swedish SciLifeLab - the national hub for molecular bioscience in Sweden - with microarray technology to provide further analytical information for mapping the human protein atlas.
Chinese astronomers discovered a black hole so big it shouldn’t exist according to current science
Chinese scientists discovered a black hole so that’s so big that it throws into question previous beliefs about how black holes are formed.
World’s First-Ever HIV Positive Sperm Bank Is Now Accepting Donations
The bank aims to give those with HIV the same opportunities as everyone else.
New equipment brings improved imaging to radiology
Patients will benefit from faster, clearer imaging with the arrival of new equipment in the radiology department at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital.
Angela Merkel Says Freedom of Speech Must be Curtailed to Keep Society Free
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New prostate cancer test could only require urine sample at home
A new test for prostate cancer that only requires a urine sample, to be collected at home, is being developed by scientists.
Japanese department store under fire over 'period badges' for female employees
A Japanese department store is under fire over a controversial policy enabling female staff to wear special red badges when they are menstruating.
Harvey Nathanson, father of MEMS, dies
The creator if the first MEMS device, Harvey Nathanson, has died.
5 Examples of VR Education That Helps Students Focus and Retain Information
VR education has beneficial properties which make it extremely useful for education. VR Education could be the key to student engagement.
What Blood Tests You Should Ask For Based On Your Family History
When it comes to labs and blood work, it’s difficult to know exactly what to ask for.
Company Asks Female Employees To Wear ‘Period Badges’ To End Stigma
A company in Japan is asking its female employees to wear a badge to signal when they’re on their period to beat the existing stigma
Panguru wins new colour coded recycling bins
Te Kura Taumata o Panguru School has today been awarded a set of colour coded recycling and rubbish bins as winners of a national competition to help communities around Aotearoea combat litter and increase recycling.
Problematic Smartphone Usage now a psychiatric disorder; 23% of kids affected
Problematic Smartphone Usage – or smartphone addiction – is now being viewed as a psychiatric disorder, with an average of 23% of kids ...
Scientists develop robot personal trainer to coach at gym
Robot Pepper can tell jokes, show sympathy, lean in towards the runner and change eye colour to express emotion.
Concerned group wants Forestry Commission to help stem illegal logging
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Record 108,364 people stuck on a hospital trolley so far this year
INMO seeking formal intervention by Health Information and Quality Authority
This AI system may help doctors treat patients with traumatic brain injury
The study noted that the new AI system can predict the probability of the patient dying within 30-days with accuracy of 80-85 per cent
Scientists have discovered a 'monster' black hole that's so big it shouldn't exist
Scientists are now scratching their heads at how LB-1 got so huge.
Could real Christmas trees and mistletoe could be losing popularity in the UK?
The National Trust has found that Christmas markets are growing in favour among Britons.
New device enables battery-free computer input at the tip of your finger
Computer scientists at the University of Waterloo have created a device for wearable computer input suitable for many situations, just by touching your fingertips together in different ways.
Batch of Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce recalled over 'risk of explosion'
A particular batch of hot chilli sauce is being recalled over fears it could explode.The Food Sa...
One in four young people have smartphone addiction
In an analysis of multiple studies, researchers found that smartphone use is correlated with increased depression, anxiety and stress.
Shrewsbury restaurant wins top award
A Shrewsbury restaurant has won a top award in a national competition.
Rangi Ruru Students Launch Book - “Spoonful of Spice”
Rangi Ruru Students Launch Book - “Spoonful of Spice”