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fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Documentary examines debate around vaccines amid growing politicization

The pandemic revitalized and complicated the public debate around vaccines, particularly through the lens of the COVID-19 vaccine's rapid rollout.
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fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Exclusive | Trump to sign order banning gain-of-function research in China

Trump's executive order will ban federal funding for risky gain-of-function research abroad.
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fromNew York Post
19 hours ago

Trump must make China pay for the death and misery its COVID virus unleashed

COVID-19 pandemic's origins spark debate on accountability, particularly regarding China's role in the outbreak.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Elderly couple died after Covid taken into house by carers'

The personal impact of COVID-19 is highlighted through a bereaved daughter's testimony, questioning the effectiveness of safety measures for vulnerable individuals.
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fromwww.bostonherald.com
1 week ago

Moderna study shows immune response in older adults for a combo flu and COVID-19 shot

A new combo vaccine shows a stronger immune response but requires more data for efficacy against illness.
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fromThe Atlantic
3 hours ago

Trump Thinks He Knows What Started the Pandemic

The lab-leak theory of COVID-19's origins is becoming central to certain political narratives despite ongoing debates and lack of definitive evidence.
#bird-flu
fromA Philosopher's Blog
6 hours ago

Critical Thinking & Pandemics I: Assessing Claims

Critical thinking is the rational assessment of a claim to determine whether you should accept it as probably true, reject it as probably false or suspend judgment.
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#infectious-diseases
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
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RFK Jr.'s HHS Orders Lab Studying Deadly Infectious Diseases to Stop Research

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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Tuberculosis cases on the rise in the US: How to protect yourself and everything you need to know

TB cases in the U.S. have risen for the first time in decades, impacting particularly Latino communities and raising concerns about urban outbreaks.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago
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RFK Jr.'s HHS Orders Lab Studying Deadly Infectious Diseases to Stop Research

fromMail Online
1 day ago

Man in unbearable pain after bite from Britain's most dangerous spider

The bite from the noble false widow left Keith Robinson in unbearable pain, highlighting the serious consequences of a seemingly minor spider bite in Britain.
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

New RSV vaccine, treatment linked to dramatic fall in baby hospitalizations

RSV hospitalizations among newborns decreased significantly in the 2024-2025 season compared to pre-pandemic levels.
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

New RSV vaccine, treatment linked to dramatic fall in baby hospitalizations

RSV hospitalizations among newborns decreased significantly in the 2024-2025 season compared to pre-pandemic levels.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Paul Kimmage: Is the Coolmore tail wagging the Government's dog?

In the world of racehorse breeding, the unexpected vaccine shortage sparked a crisis, revealing the interconnectedness of animal health, breed survival, and market demands.
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fromA Philosopher's Blog
4 days ago

Lessons from COVID-19 V: Xenophobia & Racism

The COVID-19 pandemic heightened xenophobia and racism as individuals sought scapegoats for their fears, particularly against Asian communities.
#china
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fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Analysis shows that China's emissions are dropping due to renewables

China leads in renewable energy capacity but still faces fossil fuel growth; recent emissions decline hints at potential shifts in energy use.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

At least 22 people killed in restaurant fire in northeast China

A devastating fire in Liaoyang has resulted in 22 deaths and three injuries, prompting investigations into safety protocols.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
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Protests erupt in China after furious workers demand back pay as Trump's tariffs on imports jolt economy

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fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Analysis shows that China's emissions are dropping due to renewables

China leads in renewable energy capacity but still faces fossil fuel growth; recent emissions decline hints at potential shifts in energy use.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

At least 22 people killed in restaurant fire in northeast China

A devastating fire in Liaoyang has resulted in 22 deaths and three injuries, prompting investigations into safety protocols.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
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Protests erupt in China after furious workers demand back pay as Trump's tariffs on imports jolt economy

#travel-safety
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
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Why You'll See More Face Masks on Flights This Spring-and If You Should Be Wearing 1 Too, According to Doctors

fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
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Why You'll See More Face Masks on Flights This Spring-and If You Should Be Wearing 1 Too, According to Doctors

fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'They yanked their own plug': How Co-op averted an even worse cyber attack

"Co-op's network never ever suffered ransomware. They yanked their own plug - tanking sales, burning logistics, and torching shareholder value," the criminals said.
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#wildfire
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

A dangerous E. coli strain has emerged; a small mutation may explain its rise

The role of the single base pair mutation in this strain's colonization and survival on leafy vegetables could yield valuable insights.
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fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Trump administration's universal flu vaccine project puzzles scientists

"Generation Gold Standard is a paradigm shift, extending vaccine protection beyond strain-specific limits and preparing for flu viral threats not just today's, but tomorrow's."
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#cricket
#health
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
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Luke O'Neill: Are your summer days spoiled by hay fever? Knowledge could help you to stifle those sneezes

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
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Luke O'Neill: Are your summer days spoiled by hay fever? Knowledge could help you to stifle those sneezes

fromIndependent
1 week ago

Worst-case scenario for Irish captain Caelan Doris as Leinster reveal he will miss four to six months after surgery

Caelan Doris will be sidelined for four to six months following successful shoulder surgery, marking a significant setback for the Irish rugby captain.
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fromPolygon
1 week ago

Pokemon Go 'Crown Clash' event guide

The "Crown Clash" event in Pokémon Go features Nidoqueen and Nidoking with crowns, Pokémon evolution bonuses, and increased shiny chances, enhancing player engagement.
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fromNew York Post
1 week ago
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Why the WHO could control the world during an outbreak of 'Disease X'

Trump signed an executive order banning dangerous biological research while reinforcing U.S. distancing from WHO amid global health vulnerabilities.
#public-health
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fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Weekly measles cases hit new record amid worst outbreak since 1990s

Weekly measles cases have hit a new record in the U.S., surpassing previous outbreaks, particularly the troubling 2019 peak.
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fromNature
1 week ago

Trump freezes 'gain of function' pathogen research threatening all US virology, critics say

Trump's executive order suspends federal funding for virology research, including potentially low-risk studies.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

African researchers are working to cure HIV, but US aid cuts are in the way

US funding cuts halted critical HIV trials in Africa, threatening public health and vital research.
The abrupt funding withdrawal severely impacted ongoing health initiatives and employment in HIV clinics.
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fromTruthout
1 week ago

Climate Crisis Wildfires Caused 15,000 Smoke Inhalation Deaths in 15-Year Span

Wildfire smoke exacerbated by climate change caused 15,000 deaths in the U.S. from 2006 to 2020.
Mortality rates from wildfire-related smoke are expected to rise without substantial climate action.
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fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Weekly measles cases hit new record amid worst outbreak since 1990s

Weekly measles cases have hit a new record in the U.S., surpassing previous outbreaks, particularly the troubling 2019 peak.
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fromNature
1 week ago

Trump freezes 'gain of function' pathogen research threatening all US virology, critics say

Trump's executive order suspends federal funding for virology research, including potentially low-risk studies.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

African researchers are working to cure HIV, but US aid cuts are in the way

US funding cuts halted critical HIV trials in Africa, threatening public health and vital research.
The abrupt funding withdrawal severely impacted ongoing health initiatives and employment in HIV clinics.
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fromTruthout
1 week ago

Climate Crisis Wildfires Caused 15,000 Smoke Inhalation Deaths in 15-Year Span

Wildfire smoke exacerbated by climate change caused 15,000 deaths in the U.S. from 2006 to 2020.
Mortality rates from wildfire-related smoke are expected to rise without substantial climate action.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Mini Dictators': Comic Dave Smith Says Covid Lockdown Governors' Should Be on Trial at The Hague

All the lockdown governors are, are just, you know, should be in the Hague. Like, you don't, I don't care. I don't care if there was a vote.
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fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Travel warning issued as popular tourist spot battles deadly virus: 'Half the world's population now at risk'

According to the agency, dengue fever typically starts with a high fever, headache, severe muscle and joint pain, nausea, vomiting, and a rash.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Gleaming labs turned to rubble: scientists mourn the loss of decades of medical progress in Sudan

All that I did over 40 years has turned to ashes before my eyes, says Prof Ahmed Fahal, of the destruction of his research centre in Sudan's capital, Khartoum. His once-gleaming laboratory, where a team of white-coated expert clinicians once busied over their work, is now little more than rubble. I built everything from scratch. I knew every corner, every brick of the building. I can't describe the pain, he says.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Trump restricts funding for 'gain of function' research calling it dangerous

Trump's executive order restricts federal funding for gain-of-function research amid pandemic concerns.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Hollywood's big lie about disasters: In crises like Spain's blackout, the natural reaction is generosity, not panic

In emergency scenarios, people exhibit an extraordinary sense of solidarity and often assist each other in unexpected ways, defying the stereotypes seen in disaster portrayals.
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fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

Video. Massive sandstorm shrouds parts of Saudi Arabia in dust

A massive sandstorm swept through Saudi Arabia's Al-Qassim province, shrouding Al-Rass in dust and drastically reducing visibility, prompting residents to stay indoors.
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fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

'Zombie' volcano awakens with signs of an eruption

A volcano that has not erupted in 250,000 years, Uturuncu in Bolivia, is showing signs of impending eruption due to increased seismic activity and gas emissions.
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fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Child actor Millena Brandao dead at 11 after at least 12 cardiac arrests

"She arrived with her unconscious in my husband's arms. Then, she opened her eyes and regained consciousness," Thays told Brazilian news outlet G1.
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fromMedium
3 years ago

5 Reasons to Keep Hope Alive in 2022

As we navigate through these tumultuous times, it’s vital to acknowledge the chaos while also clinging to the notion that better days are ahead.
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#goa
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fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

RFK Jr. to require placebo-controlled studies for new vaccines

New Trump administration vaccine testing requirement could delay COVID-19 vaccine availability.
Concerns arise over potential undermining of vaccine confidence due to new regulations.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Kennedy Issues Demands for Vaccine Approvals that Could Affect Fall Covid Boosters

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a surprising plan for stringent vaccine testing, despite existing standards of placebo-controlled trials already being in place.
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fromwww.nature.com
2 weeks ago

A MERS-CoV-like mink coronavirus uses ACE2 as entry receptor

Mink respiratory coronaviruses may pose a risk for zoonotic transmission to humans, showing potential similarities to SARS-CoV-2 in receptor usage.
#gene-hackman
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Weather tracker: thunderstorms lash Italy in aftermath of Storm Hans

Severe storms and flooding continue to threaten parts of Italy and Kenya due to intense rainfall, leading to flash flooding and related risks.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Pope Francis' doctor says pontiff died 'without suffering, at home'

Pope Francis passed away peacefully at home, unresponsive due to a stroke after being briefly ill.
Dr. Sergio Alfieri provided insight into the pope's final moments, emphasizing his peaceful passing.
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fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

4 cabin crew and a passenger were injured when their United Airlines flight was hit by severe turbulence

Severe turbulence incidents on flights are increasing due to climate change, posing greater risks to passengers and crew.
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