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Psychology tips for maintaining social relationships during lockdown

Touch is key to social relationships, and while coronavirus social distancing measures may limit physical interactions, there are still many ways to connect from afar, says evolutionary psychologist Robin Dunbar




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Breastfed babies have fewer viruses in their guts that affect humans

Early in life, babies gain billions of viruses that target gut bacteria – but breastfed babies are less likely to pick up viruses that infect human cells




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Could the coronavirus trigger post-viral fatigue syndromes?

Conditions like chronic fatigue syndrome have been linked to viral infections, so it’s possible that the covid-19 virus may go on to trigger similar conditions




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What would a game-changing treatment for coronavirus look like?

Even if we find drugs that are effective against the coronavirus, that doesn't necessarily mean they will change the wider situation and help end lockdowns




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Can breathing exercises really help protect you from covid-19?

Taking deep breaths and forcing a cough can help clear mucus, but these techniques are unlikely to prevent or treat coronavirus infections – here’s why




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My patient's marriage was saved by a brain injury

Our brains influence all aspects of our lives, including our sexual desires. This means brain injuries can have some surprising effects, says Amee Baird




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Some babies who were born prematurely have weaker hearts as adults

People born prematurely may have weaker hearts that recover less well after exercise, potentially explaining their increased risk of heart disease




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Waste water tests could monitor 2 billion people for the coronavirus

We need to scale up testing efforts to tackle the coronavirus pandemic, and looking for signs of virus RNA in our sewage could provide a shortcut




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What the first coronavirus antibody testing surveys can tell us

We need to be very cautious about preliminary studies estimating how many people have already been infected by the coronavirus




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Pet food can contain drug-resistant bacteria that may pass to humans

Some dogs and cats may be passing gut microbes to their owners that withstand last-resort antibiotics, which can be needed to fight off pneumonia from a coronavirus infection




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What is it like to be a covid-19 contact tracer and what do they do?

Covid-19 contact tracers are part healthcare worker, part detective and part call centre operative. But what is the job really like? New Scientist spoke to one in Ireland to find out




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Electrical devices implanted in the brain may help treat anorexia

In a small trial, implanting electrodes into the brain helped women with severe anorexia gain weight and feel less anxious and depressed




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We must act quickly to avoid a pandemic-related mental health crisis

We are already seeing the pandemic's effects on mental health, and we need to act urgently to avoid a full-blown crisis, says Sam Howells  




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Coronavirus: What does evidence say about schools reopening?

Many studies suggest coronavirus has low transmission rates among children, but there are still risks to reopening schools that were closed due to social distancing policies




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Transatlantic slavery introduced infectious diseases to the Americas

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




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People put on ventilators for covid-19 may need lengthy rehabilitation

Healthcare systems need to prepare for the extensive physiotherapy and mental rehabilitation that people put on ventilators for covid-19 will need as they recover




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Men are worse than women at estimating their height and weight

We tend to overestimate our height and underestimate our weight to fit society’s ideals, or because we think we're still the same as our younger selves




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What four coronaviruses from history can tell us about covid-19

Four coronaviruses cause around a quarter of all common colds, but each was probably deadly when it first made the leap to humans. We can learn a lot from what happened next




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Red light could be used to precisely target rheumatoid arthritis drugs

People with rheumatoid arthritis often take medicines that can have damaging side-effects, but a system that uses red light to deliver drugs exactly where they are needed could help




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Brain cells reach out to each other through miniature cages

Mouse neurons trapped inside cages grow long appendages to connect to each other. Trapping the cells allows us to precisely control their growth




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64 laser pointer attacks on aircraft recorded in Sask. since 2013

Laser pointer attacks on aircraft have become increasingly rare over the years in Saskatchewan, as figures from Transport Canada show.




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'The need to do more': Province unveils Saskatchewan suicide prevention plan

Pillars For Life: The Saskatchewan Suicide Prevention Plan, released Friday, "will guide activities specific to suicide prevention based on Saskatchewan’s context," Rural and Remote Health Minister Warren Kaeding said in a statement.




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Celebrating Mother's Day during COVID-19 pandemic

On a Mother's Day unlike previous ones, here are a few ideas to help you celebrate, whether your mom is near, far, or socially isolating.




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SHA considering First Nations, Métis data-sharing for COVID-19 cases

"If we don't have all the information in front of us to help us make decisions, then how do we flatten the curve and stop the spread?"




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Municipalities of Sask. president calls for amalgamation

"I think people are seeing that there is a problem. It's whether they are prepared to take that political risk to actually do something about it."





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Senior Living: Consider a collateral charge

There are benefits to getting a collateral charge for long-term estate and financial planning. As an adviser to high-net-worth clients, I have always recommended setting up a collateral charge for every client regardless of their debt or savings situation. A collateral charge is a financial planning tool secured against your primary residence for 100 per […]




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Here are some coronavirus shopping tips to keep you safe at the supermarket

The more people we encounter, the higher the risk of virus transmission. So, how do we keep safe when going to the shops?




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Isolation of key coronavirus antibody in Israel called ‘significant breakthrough’ toward possible COVID-19 cure

Antibodies in blood taken from people who recovered from COVID-19 are widely seen as a key to developing a possible cure for the disease




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In mystery investigation of two Canadian scientists, a request for Ebola, henipavirus from the Wuhan lab

The shipment of Ebola and henipavirus samples to Wuhan has given rise to groundless conspiracy theories involving Xiangguo Qiu. But there is no evidence whatsoever tying her to COVID-19




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Mysterious inflammatory syndrome in children potentially linked to COVID-19 reported in Montreal

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




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‘Sacrificed in the name of COVID patients’: Tens of thousands affected by surgery cancellations

Almost 200,000 surgeries and other procedures were shelved indefinitely, as hospitals braced for a deluge that never quite materialized






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Designing the 1960s Battleground for ‘Feud: Bette and Joan’

If Judy Becker is forced to pick a side in “Feud: Bette and Joan,” the production designer for the FX series says she’s team Bette Davis, but she’d rather live in Joan Crawford’s house. “We designed an amazing closet for her and I can’t deny that I would love to have that,” she says. The […]




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Ricciardo retains F1 world title belief despite Renault frustration

The last Formula One season was a disappointing one for Daniel Ricciardo, who retains a burning desire to win the world title.





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2021 European Athletics Indoor Championships Event Schedule Released

The 36th edition of the European Athletics Indoor Championships is scheduled to take place from March 5 to 7 next year in Torun, Poland.





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'Great entertainer' Stokes clearly deserving of world's best honour, says Ford

Graham Ford hailed Ben Stokes as a "great entertainer" after the England all-rounder's recent recognition by Wisden.





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Pulisic forever grateful to Klopp as USMNT star recalls 'unreal' moment training with Aubameyang & Mkhitaryan

The United States international, who is now on the books at Chelsea, was given his break at Borussia Dortmund by the current Liverpool manager





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Coronavirus: To B or not to B - that is the big Premier League and EFL question

English football will take a financial hit from the coronavirus era, and a former FA technical boss says structural changes could follow.





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Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan want BCCI to allow Indian players to participate in foreign T20 leagues




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Ranked! Top 10 F1 cars that never won a Grand Prix




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'He always p*ssed himself with fear' - Melo & Balotelli hit back at 'disrespectful' Chiellini comments

The Juventus defender took aim at the pair in his upcoming autobiography but is now finding himself on the receiving end





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Lyon Men's and Women's Teams Test Negative for Coronavirus

Lyon men's and women's players were tested by club doctors at their training center and 'there were no positive cases'.





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Chennai connection: Chennaiyin FC player Thapa loves Dhoni's "down to earth" attitude

New Delhi, May 9: Mahendra Singh Dhoni's manic following just keeps on increasing with India and Chennaiyin FC midfielder Anirudh Thapa being the latest to join the bandwagon of his awestruck fans. Dhoni is one of the co-owners of Chennaiyin





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UFC 249: Tony Ferguson likens fighting in empty arena in Jacksonville to Ultimate Fighter experience

UFC 249 fight card isn't full of stars, due to the coronavirus enforced restrictions, but is expected to be a much-watched affair, however not in the arena.





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UFC 249: What TV channel is it on and what time does it start in the UK tonight?

UFC returns to action this weekend with an action-packed card of action from Florida.The mixed martial arts organisation comes back after a coronavirus-enforced hiatus on Saturday night in Jacksonville with a 11-fight bill headlined by Tony Ferguson’s clash against Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title.





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UFC 249: What time does it start in the UK and what TV channel is it on tonight?

UFC returns to action this weekend with an action-packed card of action from Florida.The mixed martial arts organisation comes back after a coronavirus-enforced hiatus on Saturday night in Jacksonville with a 11-fight bill headlined by Tony Ferguson’s clash against Justin Gaethje for the interim lightweight title.





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Cannavaro sympathises with Van Dijk over Messi's Ballon d'Or triumph

Defenders face an uphill struggle to win individual awards even before a ball has been kicked, according to Fabio Cannavaro.





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Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals Join Roses Are Red Challenge on Twitter, Post Hilarious Replies (Watch Video)

The Roses are Red Challenge has caught the internet and has become a fad now as the netizens are coming up with a hilarious line which rhyme with roses are red. It is the netizens who have started this trend amid lockdown and most of them are making their own versions of their poems. Most of them tickle your funny bone with the one-liners which have caught the attention of the Internet users.