The recent flare-up of the deadly Nipah virus in the southern Indian state of Kerala has put health authorities on high alert. With a 14-year-old boy succumbing to the infection, there is a sense of urgency in tracking down all individuals who may have come into contact with him. The state Health Minister, Veena George,
In a tragic turn of events, a basking shark that was recently tagged by a team of researchers in Irish waters fell victim to a boat strike mere hours after being fitted with a tracking device. This incident sheds light on the dangers faced by marine animals, particularly those like the basking shark, that are
Chipotle Mexican Grill, a popular fast-casual restaurant chain, recently released their quarterly earnings report for the second quarter that ended on June 30. The report revealed that Chipotle exceeded analysts’ expectations, reporting higher than anticipated earnings and revenue. This positive performance comes at a time when the restaurant industry is experiencing a slowdown, making Chipotle’s
Anxiety has long been linked to a variety of health issues, and a recent study has found a significant connection between persistent anxiety and the risk of all-cause dementia in older adults. The study, conducted by Kay Khaing, MMed, of the University of Newcastle, Australia, and her colleagues, sheds light on the potential dangers of
A recent lawsuit has been filed in LA Superior Court by a group of 11 former employees of Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, the parent company of Redbox, alleging “greed at shocking levels” on the part of the company and its ex-CEO Bill Rouhana. The lawsuit, seeking up to $1 billion in damages, accuses
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s upcoming address to a joint meeting of Congress has sparked controversy, leading to the absence of Vice President Kamala Harris and more than 30 Capitol Hill lawmakers. This year marks Netanyahu’s fourth address to Congress, with the last one taking place in March 2015. The timing of this speech is
Rumors are circulating that Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy Tab S10 series of tablets later this year, adding to the buzz created by the company’s recent release of flagship foldable smartphones during the Galaxy Unpacked event. According to market analyst Ross Young, production of the new tablets could kick off as early
Research conducted by scientists from the Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore has shed light on the crucial role of interleukin 11 (IL-11) in the aging process. By blocking the effects of this protein, the researchers were able to extend the lifespans of mice by up to 25 percent. This groundbreaking study involved genetic engineering techniques
Britain’s King Charles III is now set to receive a significant pay raise of £45 million after profits at The Crown Estate more than doubled, reaching an impressive £1.1 billion in the 2023-24 financial year. These profits, which experienced a 148% increase, have resulted in the Sovereign Grant, which funds the official duties of the
The recent emergence of a video showing Team GB’s Charlotte Dujardin whipping a horse during a training session has sparked controversy and outrage. Dujardin, a highly decorated female Olympian, made a shocking confession that this incident, which she describes as “completely out of character,” occurred four years ago. However, the whistleblower’s lawyer revealed that the