v Unearthed Ancient British chieftain and probable shaman reveal secrets about old burial rituals By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-23T14:01:00Z Exclusive: The key evidence for his high status is the unusually fine material buried with him for his journey to the next life, writes David Keys Full Article
v First credible evidence emerges of person being killed by meteor By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-25T18:39:00Z Researchers find official records documenting fatal strike in Iraq in 1888 Full Article
v Climate change deniers now downplaying seriousness of coronavirus By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-26T17:01:04Z Infowars founder Alex Jones among conspiracy theorists sowing doubts about pandemic Full Article
v Coronavirus: Timeline of pandemics and other viruses that humans caught by interacting with animals By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-24T16:54:00Z Stop the Wildlife Trade: From 1918 to today, the deadly diseases that have become more frequent Full Article
v Coronavirus: UK vaccine volunteer says she is 'doing fine' after online death hoax By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-27T08:05:00Z 'Nothing like waking up to a fake article on your death,' tweets Elisa Granato Full Article
v Genes could affect body's coronavirus response, research on twins suggests By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-27T14:36:25Z DNA blueprint 50-per-cent responsible for presentation of key coronavirus symptoms, study finds Full Article
v Coronavirus: 'Intensive' contract-tracing and social distancing key to stopping spread of virus, study finds By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-27T22:53:00Z Researchers say evidence from China 'may demonstrate the huge scale of testing and contact tracing that's needed to reduce the virus spreading' Full Article
v Coronavirus: Surge in people trying to buy unproven 'cures' promoted by Trump and Elon Musk, study finds By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-29T12:58:00Z Even deaths did not stop interest in buying potentially dangerous drugs, researchers find Full Article
v Microplastics prevent hermit crabs from choosing the best shells By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-29T13:21:00Z Ocean pollution 'threatening biodiversity more than is currently recognised', warn researchers Full Article
v Coronavirus: Experts unable to confirm or deny airborne transmission as multiple studies fail to reach verdict By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-04-30T14:15:00Z 'We propose that Sars-Cov-2 may have the potential to be transmitted via aerosols,' researchers say Full Article
v Ultimate hangover cure can be made from 'fruits, roots and leaves', scientists claim By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-01T14:13:45Z Greasy food and Bloody Marys not cutting through the wretchedness? Try this instead Full Article
v Koalas drink water by licking wet trees, scientists discover By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-04T16:45:50Z Enigmatic marsupial has previously been thought to absorb almost all its moisture from eating leaves Full Article
v From new ultraviolet wavelengths to virucidal face masks: Could these new technologies help defeat coronavirus? By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T15:40:09Z David Keys speaks to scientists and health experts about the new tools that could help in the fight against Covid-19 and future coronavirus outbreaks Full Article
v Rivers existed on Mars 3.7 billion years ago, study finds By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T21:15:28Z Extremely high-resolution imagery allowed researchers to 'read' rocks on planet surface Full Article
v Tesla applies to become UK energy provider raising hopes its giant batteries could help power the country By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-04T12:04:00Z The company has submitted an application to the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority "authorising it to generate electricity" Full Article
v Adult live-streaming site CAM4 exposes millions of models' personal information By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-05T15:19:00Z First and last names, email addresses, gender and sexual orientation, and credit card information of models and users was left on an insecure server Full Article
v 'Tug of war' effect could explain why North Magnetic Pole has moved from Canada towards Siberia, scientists say By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T09:49:00Z Researchers suggest unusual rapid shift is due to competing patches of magnetic field Full Article
v Twitter launches coronavirus fact-checks for people who search for 5G conspiracy theories By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T11:11:38Z Users will receive a prompt from the UK government with a link to accurate information Full Article
v New black hole discovered closer than any other to Earth By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T10:16:00Z System could be 'tip of the iceberg' and many more could be waiting to be found, scientists say Full Article
v Coronavirus: Intensive farming provides perfect conditions for viruses to spread between animals and humans, study shows By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T14:38:37Z Stop the Wildlife Trade: 'I think this is a wake-up call to be more responsible about farming methods, so we can reduce the risk of outbreaks of problematic pathogens in the future,' say scientists Full Article
v Bright time: Why is the sun less active than other stars? By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-06T15:02:05Z A new study shows that the brightest object in the solar system has significantly less starlight than previously thought, but what might that mean for life here on earth? Andrew Norton explains Full Article
v Coronavirus: Llamas offer hope in fight against the outbreak By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-07T09:58:00Z Camelids produce antibodies that have been found to neutralise Covid-19 Full Article
v 250 million-year-old marine reptile 'evolved pebble-shaped teeth to crush prey' By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-08T08:03:22Z Experts believe they are more closely related to crocodiles and dinosaurs and birds than they are to lizards and snakes Full Article
v Scientists get 'lucky' with new image of Jupiter that could help solve mystery of its powerful swirling storms By www.independent.co.uk Published On :: 2020-05-08T13:46:00Z Pictures are some of the sharpest infrared images of Jupiter ever taken from the Earth Full Article
v Resident Evil 3 @ Target for $35 in-store pickup By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 05:26:00 +0000 As the title states, game is currently $49.99 and finally available for ordering. Add it to your cart plus 2 other $49.99 games, make sure the other 2 are shipped. Either keep them all for around $35 each, or cancel the other 2 games and end up with RE3 on day 1 for $35. https://www.target.com/p/resident-evil-3-xbox-one/-/A-79468974 https://www.target.com/p/resident-evil-3-playstation-4/-/A-79468973 Full Article
v Epic Game Store: Totally Reliable Delivery Service FREE + Spring Sale By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 17:09:28 +0000 Totally Reliable Delivery Service FREE (download before 4/8) The Spring Sale is now here with fresh offers across a range of top content! Don't forget, Epic Coupons acquired in our Holiday Sale are expiring May 1, 2020 2:59am EST and able to be used on any eligible purchase $14.99 or above! Spring Sale - ends 4/16 --> Full Article
v PlayStation Move Motion Controller Two-Pack & Tilt Brush Bundle - $99.99 @ PlayStation Direct By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 08:38:30 +0000 https://direct.playstation.com/en-us/accessories/accessory/playstationmove-motion-controller-two-pack-tilt-brush-bundle.3005196 NEW, free shipping automatic at checkout for any order over $70. Tilt Brush on PSN - $19.99 https://store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UP9000-CUSA18125_00-TILTBRUSH0000000 Deals on these a far and few between. New Move controllers are out of stock in a lot of places. This is direct from PlayStation and likely to be the newest batch of manufactured controllers as they are in a new box with a digital code included. Much better than dealing with the used PS3 era Moves with degraded batteries. Alternatively, purchase an open-box from Best Buy for $84.99. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-playstation-move-motion-wireless-controller-for-playstation-4-and-playstation-vr-2-pack-black-with-white-balls/6209601.p?skuId=6209601 Not a blazing deal, but if you are in the market for these it might be the best you'll find for a bit. Full Article
v Persona 5 Royal Phantom Thieves Edition in stock Gamestop - 89.99 By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 17:42:55 +0000 Posted this to collector's edition topic, but figured I'd give everyone a heads up: https://www.gamestop.com/video-games/playstation-4/games/products/persona-5-royal-phantom-thieves-edition/11098855.html Full Article
v Target Circle Deals April 12th - April 18th: 25% Off ROCCAT Vulcan Aimo Keyboard By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 08:39:36 +0000 25% Off ROCCAT Vulcan Aimo Keyboard Black & White/Silver (Expires April 18th) 10% Off My Arcade Gamestation Assorted Items (Expires April 22nd) Full Article
v Devil May Cry 5 15.99$ Best Buy By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 05:27:07 +0000 Devil May Cry 5 15.99 PS4https://www.bestbuy.com/site/devil-may-cry-5-standard-edition-playstation-4/6255180.p?skuId=6255180 Xbox One 15.99https://www.bestbuy.com/site/devil-may-cry-5-standard-edition-xbox-one/6255207.p?skuId=6255207 Full Article
v Raise Gift Cards - Save an extra 5% By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:23:48 +0000 Saw this in an email. Save 5% on Raise Gift Cards until 11:59PM Use Coupon Code: APRIL Would be a good time to buy PSN / Xbox / Nintendo cards for digital sales. Full Article
v Cooking Mama: Cookstar available direct from publisher! By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:26:16 +0000 https://shop.cookingmamacookstar.com/ In stock right now (8am CST 4/15/2020) $39.99 plus $5 shipping. There’s been a bunch of scuttlebutt around this game being delisted from the eShop, supposedly mining bitcoin and a disagreement between the publisher and the IP owner. No matter the truth, grab it at retail pricing and don’t pay scalpers on eBay. Full Article
v Iffy's Online Store 20% Off Everything, Golden Week Sale, Ends 5/6 By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 20:19:06 +0000 "Happy Golden Week! Receive 20% off all items added to your cart until 5/6!! Free shipping on all US orders over $57.99!" https://www.iffysonlinestore.com/ Limited Editions included. A couple Switch recommendations (prices before discount), Moero Chronicle Hyper Standard Edition $29.99 Fairy Fencer F: Advent Dark Force Standard Edition $39.99 Enjoy. Full Article
v QubicGames 16 Year Anniversary eShop Sale for COVID-19 Relief By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:49:52 +0000 Buy Robonauts or Geki Yaba Runner Anniversary Edition for 0.99 USD/EUR. 100% revenue* goes towards the fight against COVID-19! Owners of these titles get further discounts on other QubicGames titles. More details: https://qubicgames.com/16th-anniversary-sale/ --> Full Article
v Additional 3% off @Gamivo By www.cheapassgamer.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:20:02 +0000 I found a coupon code for additional 3% off at Gamivo "3ForYou" its only 3% but they have few pretty good deals. Human Flat Flat $2.1 https://www.gamivo.com/product/human-fall-flat Green Hell $10.49 https://www.gamivo.com/product/green-hell-1 Doom $4.9 https://www.gamivo.com/product/doom And many more Full Article
v U.S. Industries Are Taking A Massive Toll During The Coronavirus Pandemic By www.npr.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 16:01:00 -0400 The pandemic has devastated the job markets across the U.S. The April jobs report reveals the massive toll the crisis took on industries — from restaurants and retail to health care and automotive. Full Article
v Coronavirus Update: The U.S. Health Care Industry Is Challenged By The Pandemic By www.npr.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 16:01:00 -0400 The health care sector has cut 1.4 million jobs in April. And as COVID-19 has consumed health care resources, other essential routine procedures — like screenings for strokes — have gone down. Full Article
v Civilian Coronavirus Corps Aims To Get Pennsylvania Back To Work By www.npr.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 16:45:00 -0400 Gov. Tom Wolf hopes a New Deal-inspired plan will help get the state's more than 1.7 million unemployed residents working again. Full Article
v More Census Workers To Return To Rural Areas In 9 States To Leave Forms By www.npr.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:46:45 -0400 The Census Bureau says it plans to continue its relaunch of limited 2020 census operations on May 13, when the next round of workers is set to resume hand-delivering paper forms in rural communities. Full Article
v Tyson's Largest Pork Plant Reopens As Tests Show Surge In Coronavirus Cases By www.npr.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 18:51:00 -0400 The Tyson Foods plant in Waterloo, Iowa, reopened Thursday after a coronavirus outbreak there. Black Hawk County Sheriff Tony Thompson says he'd support a second shutdown if the changes aren't enough. Full Article
v Chief Medical Officer's Handling Of Coronavirus Inspires Alaskans To #ThinkLikeZink By www.npr.org Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 07:00:27 -0400 Dr. Anne Zink works from a yurt 40 miles north of Anchorage. She has the ear of the Republican governor and has helped keep the state's COVID-19 deaths the lowest in the nation. Full Article
v Reopening After COVID: The 3 Phases Recommended By The White House By www.npr.org Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 07:00:57 -0400 President Trump wants businesses to start reopening after the coronavirus forced shutdowns. Here's what the White House task force recommends for states. Full Article
v How The Approval Of The Birth Control Pill 60 Years Ago Helped Change Lives By www.npr.org Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 07:59:00 -0400 Before the pill was approved by the FDA on May 9, 1960, there were few contraceptive options available to young women. It revolutionized family planning and the sex lives of millions of Americans. Full Article
v Charities struggling to survive in lockdown By www.channel4.com Published On :: Charities big and small have been struggling to survive - despite the £750 million in support which the government has announced. Full Article
v Black Britons ‘twice as likely’ to die with coronavirus, says ONS By www.channel4.com Published On :: Shocking new official figures show that black people in England and Wales could be twice as likely to die from coronavirus as white people. Full Article
v ‘There is a whole catalogue of errors when it comes to government procurement and PPE’ – Labour’s Rachel Reeves By www.channel4.com Published On :: Labour Shadow Minister for the cabinet office Rachel Reeves has lead for the party on PPE procurement. Full Article
v Boris Johnson to act with ‘maximum caution’ in easing Covid-19 lockdown restrictions By www.channel4.com Published On :: Boris Johnson has insisted he will act with “maximum caution” in any measures aimed at easing the lockdown Full Article
v Coronavirus: Carers in Scotland not eligible for death in service payment By www.channel4.com Published On :: In Scotland, bereavement payments do not cover carers. Six care workers have been officially confirmed to have lost their lives in Scotland. Full Article
v ‘The pain and cost of rebuilding must be borne by those with the broadest shoulders not with another 10 years of austerity’ -Justin Welby on dealing with aftermath of Covid-19 By www.channel4.com Published On :: Tomorrow marks 75 since the nation celebrated VE day - the end of fighting against Nazi Germany in Europe. Full Article
v Saving the VE Day generation from Covid-19 By www.channel4.com Published On :: It was supposed to be a memorable street party across the nation to toast the victory that shaped modern Britain in 1945. Full Article