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Finance Administrator Reveals Dementia Diagnosis Amid £7M Error

Understanding Misokinesia: Sensitivity to Repetitive Movements

"Newborn Screening Guideline for Cystic Fibrosis Released"

Machine Learning Predicts Dementia Risk in Native Adults

Study Reveals How Primary Care Teams Boost TR Follow-Up

Study Reveals Brain Networks Influencing Political Engagement

23andMe Bankruptcy Raises Concerns Over Personal Data

Obesity Crisis: Boosting Healthy Options in Local Stores

Measles Outbreak Spreads to Central Texas

Study Links Maternal Phthalate Exposure to Newborn Health

2025 Los Angeles Wildfires Devastate Schools and Child Care

Weight Loss Myth Busted by CSIRO Study

Study Reveals Impact of Partner Support on Chronic Back Pain

TikTok's Rising Influence on Young Adults

Rising Deaths Linked to Misuse of Laughing Gas

Asthma in U.S. Children: Impact of Air Pollution

"Regular Emergence of New Variants of Virus SARS-CoV-2"

Low Lung Cancer Screening Rates in the U.S.

"Innovative Skin Temperature Monitoring Device Unveiled"

Study: FGFR2 Protein Linked to Pancreatic Cancer Development

Early-Life Stress Linked to Inherited Heart Issues

Blood Pressure Patterns in Early Pregnancy Predict Long-Term Hypertension Risk

Protein ADAMTS5 Linked to Ovarian Cancer Spread

New Study Reveals Brain's Reward and Risk Processing

Elite Athletes Express Concerns Over Sports Careers Post-Pregnancy

Study Reveals Factors Behind High Colorectal Cancer Mortality

Study Reveals Alarming Struggle of Dementia Patients

Smartwatches Enhance Alcohol Monitoring, NHS Costs Soar

Study Reveals Older Adults Experience Reduced Muscle Soreness

Yale Study Advances Tick-Borne Disease Solutions

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Ultimate Family Adventure: Antarctica Cruise with Penguins & Whales

Impact of Ukraine War: February 24, 2022 and Beyond

Chinese Academy of Sciences Achieves Real-Time Altitude Temperature Measurements

Majority of U.S. Christian Leaders Acknowledge Human Role in Climate Change

New Species of Flowering Plant Discovered in Yunnan Forests

From Connecticut to Kansas: History Teacher's Inspiring Journey

"U.S. Criminal Justice System: 1.9 Million Incarcerated Daily"

Human Activities Impact Biodiversity of Wildlife

Innovative Method Detects Fusarium Wilt in Tomato Plants

Mystery Unfolds: Arrest of Jamie Miller in "Adolescence"

Gold Emerges as Key Pharmaceutical Component

Researchers Link AI Models to Genetic Encoding for Organism Creation

Future of Local Journalism: Global Concern as News Deserts Emerge

Winter Avalanche: Natural Gliding Snowpack Slides

Students Discover Diverse Fossils in Neptunian Dike

Child's First Name Writing Milestone Sparks Parental Pride

Rising Global Temperatures Threaten Agricultural Productivity

Unusual Space Events: SpaceX Debris, Asteroid Threat

Hanyang University Unveils Magnetic Micropillar Array

Sustainability Salon Introduces Biodegradable Press-On Nails

Insights on Sagittarius C: NASA's Webb Telescope Reveals Stellar Nursery Details

Overcoming Spintronics Limitations for Efficient Computing

Breakthrough Imaging Tech Revolutionizes Cell Study

Physicists Drive Time Crystal: Dynamic Phenomena Unveiled

Global Fly Migration: Benefits for People and Nature

New Antibiotic Targets Gonorrhea Bacterium

Max Planck Institute Unveils Ultrafast Magnetism Study

Exploring Proton Transfer in Aqueous Systems

AI Model Predicts Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria

Study by FAO: Livestock Productivity Boost Reduces Antibiotic Use

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Eric Yuan Unhappy at Cisco Systems Despite High Salary

Pennsylvania's Largest Coal Plant to Become $10B Gas Data Center

Scientists Develop Fungi Tiles for Energy-Efficient Cooling

Tesla Sees 13% Decline in Q1 Auto Sales

Claude Shannon's Language Probability Model

Nintendo Announces June 5 Launch for Switch 2 with Interactive Features

World's Smallest Light-Controlled Pacemaker Unveiled

World Health Organization Declares Loneliness Crisis: AI Chatbots in Demand

Cyclist Safety: Global Impact of Road Collisions

Mainstream Sites Moderate, 4chan Fosters Online Hate

The Evolution of Blockchain Technology: Challenges and Progress

Study Reveals Eye-Tracking Advancements for Mobile Control

Coffee Company Optimizes Supply Chain for Efficiency

AI Threatens Anime Artists, Miyazaki Unmatched

Xiaomi Collaborates with Police on Autonomous Car Crash

Study Reveals Enhanced Majorana Stability in Quantum Systems

Meta's AI Research Head to Step Down Amid Intense Competition

Brad Smith: Microsoft's President and Vice Chair - Unusual Futurist to Legal Luminary

Bay Area Tech Industry Faces Job Losses in Early 2025

Meta Platforms Inc. Enhances Smart Glasses with Hand-Gesture Controls

Chinese Scientists Develop High-Efficiency Redox Flow Battery

Impact of Radiation on Nuclear Reactor Materials

General Motors Tops US Vehicle Sales Amid Tariff Concerns

Nintendo Set to Unveil Successor to Popular Switch Console

Nintendo Set to Unveil New Version of Switch Console

Study Reveals AI Decision-Making Parallels Human Errors

Impact of Even Power Consumption on Norwegian Hydropower

Androids Get Relatable: Study Reveals "Thinking Face" Fix

Tesla Sales Decline in March Across European Markets

Maintaining Roads and Highways for U.S. Transportation Infrastructure

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Monday, 8 July 2019

Rear-facing safety seats still best protection for youngest passengers

Using rear-facing safety seats for small children in vehicles is still the "best and safest" practice for parents and other caregivers, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service program manager based in College Station.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/rear-facing-safety-seats-still-best-protection-for-youngest-passengers

Proper handling of fresh produce can reduce risk of foodborne illness

Fresh produce is plentiful right now, but it's important to follow some safe-handling tips to help protect yourself and your family, said a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/proper-handling-of-fresh-produce-can-reduce-risk-of-foodborne-illness

Climate change could make real estate worth billions obsolete unless owners act now

From the school strikes for climate, to Extinction Rebellion protests and calls for a Green New Deal, citizens around the world are putting pressure on their governments to prevent global warming more than 2°C above pre-industrial levels.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/climate-change-could-make-real-estate-worth-billions-obsolete-unless-owners-act-now

Latin America faces obesity-food insecurity paradox: report

Latin America and the Caribbean is facing an obesity epidemic while paradoxically the number of people facing food insecurity in the region continues to rise, the OECD and FAO warned in a report on Monday.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/latin-america-faces-obesity-food-insecurity-paradox-report

Museum starts 'live' restoration of Rembrandt masterpiece

Amsterdam's famed Rijksmuseum on Monday began a historic restoration of Rembrandt's "The Night Watch", erecting a huge glass cage around the painting so the public can see the work carried out live.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/museum-starts-live-restoration-of-rembrandt-masterpiece

Microvascular disease anywhere in the body may be linked to higher risk of leg amputations

Microvascular disease is independently associated with a higher risk of leg amputation compared to people without the disease, according to new research in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/microvascular-disease-anywhere-in-the-body-may-be-linked-to-higher-risk-of-leg-amputations

Bitcoin compared to what? New index shows energy consumption

Bitcoin has landed front and center in the ongoing debate over benefits of cryptocurrencies and impact on the environment.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/bitcoin-compared-to-what-new-index-shows-energy-consumption

Is that news really 'fake,' or is it just biased?

In an era of concern over "fake news," a new study finds that people draw a distinction between information sources that are dishonest and those that are biased.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/is-that-news-really-fake-or-is-it-just-biased

Quitting alcohol may improve mental well-being, health-related quality of life

Quitting alcohol may improve health-related quality of life for women, especially their mental well-being, according to a study from Hong Kong published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/quitting-alcohol-may-improve-mental-well-being-health-related-quality-of-life

Snow algae thrive in high-elevation ice spires, an unlikely oasis for life

High in the Andes Mountains, dagger-shaped ice spires house thriving microbial communities, offering an oasis for life in one of Earth's harshest environments as well as a possible analogue for life on other planets.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/snow-algae-thrive-in-high-elevation-ice-spires-an-unlikely-oasis-for-life

Becoming new parents increases produce purchases

In the United States, both children and adults eat too few fruits and vegetables, which puts them at risk for poor diet quality and adverse health consequences. A new study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior found new parents increased their spending on produce in middle- and high-income households.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/becoming-new-parents-increases-produce-purchases

Study confirms disparities in triple-negative breast cancer diagnoses

A new study published early online in Cancer, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, shows that women of color and young women may face elevated risks of developing triple-negative breast cancers, which are often aggressive and do not respond to hormone therapy or targeted therapy.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/study-confirms-disparities-in-triple-negative-breast-cancer-diagnoses

Good home learning in early years boosts your secondary school achievements

The positive effects of a rich home learning environment during a child's early years continue into adolescence and help improve test scores later in life, according to a new study published in School Effectiveness and School Improvement.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/good-home-learning-in-early-years-boosts-your-secondary-school-achievements

Robot uses machine learning to harvest lettuce

A vegetable-picking robot that uses machine learning to identify and harvest a commonplace, but challenging, agricultural crop has been developed by engineers.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/robot-uses-machine-learning-to-harvest-lettuce

Indonesia cancels tsunami alert after strong quake

A strong magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck off Indonesia on Sunday, the US Geological Survey reported, triggering a brief tsunami warning that sent panicked residents fleeing to higher ground.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/indonesia-cancels-tsunami-alert-after-strong-quake

BA fined £183m over computer theft of passenger data

British Airways has been fined more than £183 million after computer hackers last year stole bank details from hundreds of thousands of passengers, its parent group IAG said Monday.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/ba-fined-183m-over-computer-theft-of-passenger-data

Italy's Prosecco hills join UNESCO World Heritage list

Italy's Prosecco hills northeast of Venice, which have been cultivated for centuries, were on Sunday added to the World Heritage list by the UN cultural organisation.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/italys-prosecco-hills-join-unesco-world-heritage-list

How conspiracy theories followed man to the Moon

It was the biggest piece of supposed fake news before the term "fake news" was even invented.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/how-conspiracy-theories-followed-man-to-the-moon

Put off by US, Chinese students eye other universities

Caught in the crossfire of the US-China trade war, Chinese students are looking for alternative study destinations—threatening to turn off an important source of revenue for American universities.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/put-off-by-us-chinese-students-eye-other-universities

DJ set to be first black African in space killed in bike crash

A South African man who won the chance to be the first black African in space has died in a motorbike crash before turning his dream into reality, his family announced Sunday.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/dj-set-to-be-first-black-african-in-space-killed-in-bike-crash

How visions of the Moon inspired centuries of storytellers

By landing on the Moon in 1969, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin arrived at a place which, up until that point, had been the stuff of fantasy.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/how-visions-of-the-moon-inspired-centuries-of-storytellers

Small step, giant memories: Neil Armstrong's moonwalk remembered

Half a century has passed—but the moment Moon pioneer Neil Armstrong took his historic first step on the lunar surface is etched in the memories of those who tuned in.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/small-step-giant-memories-neil-armstrongs-moonwalk-remembered

Quakes push Californians to prepare for the next big jolt

Shaken residents were cleaning up Sunday from two of the biggest earthquakes to rattle California in decades as scientists warn that both should serve as a wake-up call to be ready when the long-dreaded "Big One" strikes.

source https://www.lifetechnology.com/blogs/life-technology-news-blog/quakes-push-californians-to-prepare-for-the-next-big-jolt