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Deadly virus samples went missing from lab in ‘major biosecurity breach,’ say authorities

3 mn readHundreds of deadly virus samples are missing from a laboratory in Australia, the Queensland government announced on Monday. The government has instructed Queensland Health — Australia’s public health department — to launch an investigation into what’s being described as a “major historical breach of biosecurity protocols,” according to the online media statement. It was reported that 323 […]

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UAE visa policy change triggers surge in Dubai rejections for Indians

2 mn readThe United Arab Emirates has introduced major changes to its visa policy for tourists, causing increased challenges for Indian tourists in securing visas to enter Dubai. Under the new regulations, travellers must provide detailed documentation, including confirmed hotel bookings, return flight tickets, and proof of accommodation for those staying with relatives.   Since the changes came into effect, […]

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Red Cross calls for more investment to prepare UK for floods

4 mn readThe British Red Cross has warned that further action is needed to respond to worsening floods in the UK as research suggests less than half of the public thinks their community is prepared. Storm Bert and Storm Darragh caused widespread disruption across the country in recent weeks, including flooding, power outages, casualties and damage to buildings and […]

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Texas Board of Education Strikes Down Call to Rebrand Slavery in Classrooms as ‘Involuntary Relocation’

2 mn readA group of nine educators approached the board of education on June 15 with a proposal to rename slavery as involuntary relocation in second grade classrooms. A proposal to teach slavery to second graders in Texas as ‘involuntary relocation’ has been struck down in a unanimous decision by the State Board of Education. The proposal […]

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Merriam-Webster’s 2024 word of the year announced

2 mn readThe results of the 2024 US presidential election rattled the country and sent shockwaves across the world — or were cause for celebration, depending on who you ask. Is it any surprise then that the Merriam-Webster word of the year is “polarization”? “Polarization means division, but it’s a very specific kind of division,” said Peter Sokolowski, Merriam-Webster’s editor at […]

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Study Links Sweetened Drinks To Increased Cardiovascular Disease Risks

< 1 mn readA large-scale Swedish study on Monday suggested that drinking sweetened drinks can significantly increase your risk of serious cardiovascular diseases like stroke, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation.  The study also showed that eating too much-added sugar can increase the risk of stroke or aneurysm. However, limited consumption of treats can be safe. “Consuming sweet drinks […]

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