ntr Cork-coated spacecraft to be chucked out of the ISS for re-entry test By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 13:33:11 +0000 A spacecraft designed to study re-entry into Earth's atmosphere has a nose coated in cork, a cheap and lightweight alternative to other materials Full Article
ntr SpaceX mission control to do social distancing for first crewed flight By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 23:09:02 +0000 SpaceX’s first crewed launch is planned for 27 May and will be run from a mission control with desks set six feet apart to comply with social distancing protocols Full Article
ntr Stars in the Milky Way's centre often get dangerously close together By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 07:00:30 +0000 About 80 per cent of stars in the Milky Way’s central bulge have relatively close encounters with another star, which can fling off any planets orbiting them Full Article
ntr ANYbotics Introduces Sleek New ANYmal C Quadruped By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2019 22:00:00 GMT The latest version of ANYbotics' four-legged robot can do useful real-world inspection tasks Full Article robotics robotics/industrial-robots
ntr Universal Robots Introduces Its Strongest Robotic Arm Yet By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 05:00:00 GMT The Danish company is announcing a powerful new member of its collaborative robots family Full Article robotics robotics/industrial-robots
ntr Microsoft's AI Research Draws Controversy Over Possible Disinformation Use By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2019 21:00:00 GMT Microsoft's AI could enable its popular chatbot to comment on news, but critics see a tool for spreading disinformation Full Article robotics robotics/artificial-intelligence
ntr Blood Quantum review – grimy zombie horror offers intriguing twist By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-04-29T07:10:09Z A visually distinctive, semi-effective Canadian thriller pits a First Nation community against a zombie invasion Given how movies about the undead refuse to die, a tweak on what’s become a decaying formula is always a welcome surprise, especially if said tweak involves a little more than “what about zombies but strippers”. Back in the 60s, and at rare times since, the zombie subgenre has been used as a way of sneaking social commentary into horror, the set-up of an invading force destroying a community allowing for a range of sly metaphors. Related: 'I'm indigenizing zombies': behind gory First Nation horror Blood Quantum Continue reading... Full Article Horror films Zombies Culture Film Thrillers (film)
ntr Ice busy signing draft selections to contracts By www.winnipegfreepress.com Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 20:52:57 CDT It’s that time of the year in the WHL. News of player signings are a daily occurrence and the Winnipeg Ice’s management team has been busy. On Monday, the club announced ... Full Article
ntr Coronavirus outbreak: Eight flights from several countries to fly back stranded Indians today By in.news.yahoo.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 22:53:51 -0500 New Dlehi, May 09: Several Indians, who are stranded in at least seven countries due to coronavirus outbreak, is all set to fly back to their home country on Saturday in special flights under Vande Bharat Mission. According to officials, Full Article
ntr In Centre vs TMC War, Coronavirus Becomes New Battleground as Parties Gear Up for 2021 Poll Clash By in.news.yahoo.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 01:36:00 -0500 The BJP leaders waged a social media war against the Bengal government by accusing the state of hiding Covid-19 figures and also complaining the Centre that TMC-led government in Bengal has completely failed in handling the coronavirus crisis. Full Article
ntr In Centre vs TMC War, Coronavirus Becomes New Battleground as Parties Gear Up for 2021 Poll Clash By in.news.yahoo.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 01:36:49 -0500 The BJP leaders waged a social media war against the Bengal government by accusing the state of hiding Covid-19 figures and also complaining the Centre that TMC-led government in Bengal has completely failed in handling the coronavirus crisis. Full Article
ntr Coronavirus outbreak: Tamil Nadu residents stranded in foreign countries return By in.news.yahoo.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 02:32:52 -0500 Chennai, May 09: About 359 people arrived in Tamil Nadu early on Saturday from Dubai in two Air India flights as part of the government's Vande Bharat Mission to bring home Indian nationals stranded in various countries. Among the passengers Full Article
ntr 'Confusion' within central government in fight against COVID-19: Cong By in.news.yahoo.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 05:56:53 -0500 Full Article
ntr Transatlantic slavery introduced infectious diseases to the Americas By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 16:00:17 +0000 The remains of three slaves found in Mexico contain the earliest signs of the hepatitis B virus and yaws bacteria in the Americas, suggesting transatlantic slavery introduced these diseases Full Article
ntr Why countries should start weekly covid-19 testing for key workers By www.newscientist.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 13:50:00 +0000 Many countries are focusing coronavirus testing on people who have covid-19 symptoms. But regularly testing all essential workers would have more of an impact Full Article
ntr Mysterious inflammatory syndrome in children potentially linked to COVID-19 reported in Montreal By nationalpost.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 01:03:33 +0000 As Quebec prepares to reopen schools, doctors are poring over 15-20 cases of children with what seems to be the same illnesses reported in U.S. and Europe Full Article News Canada Health Alberta Children's Hospital Children CHU Sainte-Justine hospital coronavirus COVID-19 Kawasaki disease SARS-Cov2 schools
ntr The Best Phone Controllers for Serious Mobile Gaming By www.ign.com Published On :: Sat, 9 May 2020 02:00:49 +0000 If you're always gaming on the go with your smartphone, you'll definitely want the best phone controller. Full Article
ntr EU countries take up interim rules on official controls during pandemic By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 04:03:29 +0000 More than a dozen countries have taken advantage of temporary rules to tackle disruption in official control systems in Europe because of the coronavirus pandemic. As of May 6, 15 nations had informed the European Commission that they are applying the measures in Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/466. Countries wishing to use them have to tell... Continue Reading Full Article Food Policy & Law World aflatoxin animal origin citrus fruit coronavirus COVID-19 European Commission food of non-animal origin official controls Pakistan pesticide residues Salmonella sesame seeds spices Sudan turkey Uganda
ntr Philippines is deadliest country for defenders of environment By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2019-07-30T00:01:13Z Nation replaces Brazil for first time in annual list of murders compiled by Global Witness The Philippines has replaced Brazil as the most murderous country in the world for people defending their land and environment, according to research that puts a spotlight on the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte.More than three defenders were killed across the world every week in 2018, according to the annual toll by the independent watchdog Global Witness, highlighting the continued dangers facing those who stand up to miners, loggers, farmers, poachers and other extractive industries. Continue reading... Full Article Environmental activism Land rights Philippines Brazil Mining Logging and land-clearing Americas Asia Pacific Environment Protest Trees and forests World news
ntr UK garden centres prepare for sales surge to end lockdown disaster By www.theguardian.com Published On :: 2020-05-08T18:00:50Z Welsh plan to reopen stores offers hope for UK-wide industry closed in prime sales seasonGarden centres are preparing for a surge in plant and flower sales that could help salvage a catastrophic year for the horticulture industry.The UK’s 2,000 garden centres and nurseries were forced to close in March because, unlike DIY chains such as B&Q and Homebase, they were not granted “essential” retailer status. The shutdown came at a critical time of year, with 70% of sales rung up in spring, forcing devastated growers to throw away millions of plants. Continue reading... Full Article Retail industry Gardens Life and style Business Coronavirus outbreak UK news Plants Environment Netherlands
ntr Capitals to terminate Brendan Leipsic's contract following fallout from leaked messages By feeds.foxnews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:00:08 GMT The Washington Capitals announced Friday that forward Brendan Leipsic was placed on unconditional waivers after his private messages were leaked on social media Wednesday. Full Article b8eca209-c414-5dcd-a2b2-1b2d95960cfc fox-news/sports/nhl fox-news/sports/nhl/washington-capitals fnc fnc/sports article Fox News Paulina Dedaj
ntr Lipid metabolism controls brain development By www.sciencedaily.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 13:13:34 EDT A lipid metabolism enzyme controls brain stem cell activity and lifelong brain development. If the enzyme does not work correctly, it causes learning and memory deficits in humans and mice, as researchers have discovered. Regulating stem cell activity via lipid metabolism could lead to new treatments for brain diseases. Full Article
ntr Olanzapine may help control nausea, vomiting in patients with advanced cancer By www.sciencedaily.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 16:40:05 EDT Olanzapine, a generic drug used to treat nervous, emotional and mental conditions, also may help patients with advanced cancer successfully manage nausea and vomiting unrelated to chemotherapy. Full Article
ntr Controlling quantumness: Simulations reveal details about how particles interact By www.sciencedaily.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 11:29:24 EDT A recent study has described new states that can be found in super-cold atom experiments, which could have applications for quantum technology. Full Article
ntr Musk's SpaceX, Bezos' Blue Origin land contracts to build NASA's astronaut moon lander By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 12:23:14 -0400 ((This April 30 story has been corrected to say Starship can carry more than 100 metric tonnes of cargo, not 100 pounds in paragraph 9. The error occurred in a previous version as well.)) Full Article scienceNews
ntr Hackney doctor who warned PM about urgent need for PPE dies after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-09T16:59:00Z Coronavirus: the symptoms Read our LIVE updates on the coronavirus here Full Article
ntr New York now grappling with larger Covid-19 outbreak than any country bar the US itself By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-10T07:09:00Z Read our live updates on coronavirus HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr US becomes first country to record 2,000 daily coronavirus deaths, as number of cases tops half a million By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-11T07:34:00Z Follow our live updates HERE Coronavirus: the symptoms Full Article
ntr Spain coronavirus death toll sees lowest daily rise in nearly three weeks in sign of hope for country By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-11T09:25:00Z Read our live coronavirus updates HERE Full Article
ntr Archbishop of Canterbury holds Easter service from his kitchen as churches around the country go remote By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-12T07:14:00Z Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Coronavirus: the symptoms Full Article
ntr Tributes to 'fabulous' and 'gifted' mother of four and NHS nurse Sara Trollope who died after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-12T09:38:00Z Follow our live updates HERE Full Article
ntr Tributes as retired police sergeant Richard Lloyd dies on Isle of Man after contracting Covid-19 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-12T09:45:00Z Read our live coronavirus updates HERE Full Article
ntr Which countries have not reported cases of Covid-19? By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-07T07:04:00Z Read our live updates on coronavirus HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr Healthcare worker Donna Campbell among NHS employees to die after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-12T10:42:00Z Follow our live updates HERE Full Article
ntr 'Hero' NHS nurse and mum dies at hospital she spent 12 years working in after contracting Covid-19 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-13T13:51:56Z Follow our live Covid-19 updates HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr Downing Street defends coronavirus testing of Michael Gove's daughter, saying he has 'central role' in fight against Covid-19 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-13T16:56:25Z Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr US bishop who said 'God is larger than this dreaded virus' and ignored social distancing guidelines dies after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-14T14:24:00Z Coronavirus: the symptoms Read our LIVE updates on the coronavirus here Full Article
ntr Global coronavirus cases near two million as some countries move to ease lockdown measures By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-14T04:13:00Z Follow our live Covid-19 updates HERE Full Article
ntr 'Gorgeous' couple who dedicated their lives to others die within a fortnight of each other after contracting Covid-19 By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-14T18:22:32Z Follow our LIVE updates about the coronavirus outbreak here Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr Heroic Hillsborough survivor Dave Roland dies after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-15T07:27:24Z Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Coronavirus: the symptoms Full Article
ntr Care home worker who refused to retire and 'gave her life to nursing' dies after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-14T10:07:00Z The family of a London care home worker who died with Covid-19 today described how she "gave her life to nursing". Full Article
ntr Sons of NHS specialist who died after contracting Covid-19 praise 'superhero' father By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-15T15:11:13Z Read our live updates on coronavirus HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr Family of boy, 13, who died alone after contracting Covid-19 'comforted' that others will get chance to say goodbye By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-16T12:00:03Z Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr New police guidlines state driving to countryside for a walk IS allowed during coronavirus lockdown By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-17T10:04:05Z Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr Minute's silence to be held for 20 London bus workers who have died after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-17T06:42:00Z Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr UK falls silent for London bus workers who have died after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-17T11:31:17Z Follow our live coronavirus updates HERE Coronavirus: The symptoms Full Article
ntr 'Charismatic' British Transport Police officer, 53, dies after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-18T10:22:29Z A "kind and thoughtful" British Transport Police officer has died after contracting coronavirus. Full Article
ntr Tributes paid to Marie Curie nurse, 68, who died after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-19T07:48:00Z A 68-year-old Marie Curie nurse from south London who died after contracting coronavirus has been remembered as "a beautiful person". Full Article
ntr Nurse, 84, 'still working night shifts' dies after contracting Covid-19, heartbroken grand daughter confirms By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-19T13:55:00Z An NHS nurse who continued to work night shifts into her 80s has died after contracting Covid-19, her devastated family have confirmed. Full Article
ntr Tribute to 'kind and generous' occupational therapist who died after contracting coronavirus By www.standard.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-20T18:12:09Z Vivek Sharma was described as a gentle soul who was kind and generous Full Article