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Jul212023 by adminNo Comments

Drones are showing us sharks like never before

Science

This video can not be playedTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.By Madeline Halpert & Kayla EpsteinBBC News, New YorkA boom in drone photography has helped shed new light on the murky ocean, and closer-than-you-think encounters between humans and sharks.Joanna Steidle, 50, grinned as she launched her drone over the Atlantic Ocean on a hazy July morning. She was on the lookout - for sharks.A native of Southampton, New York, Ms Steidle grew up going to the beach, longing to learn more about what lived beneath the surface. Everything changed when she picked up a drone in 2015. Since then, she has filmed humpback whales emerging from the deep to engulf prey in their giant maws, and a fleet of ghostly rays swimming in formation with the aid of a drone that can s...

Feb32021 by adminNo Comments

Covid-19: Study showing Oxford vaccine slows virus spread ‘superb’ – Hancock

Health

Getty ImagesResults that show the Oxford-AstraZenenca vaccine may reduce the spread of coronavirus have been hailed as "absolutely superb" by the health secretary.Matt Hancock said the study shows "vaccines are the way out of this pandemic".It is the first time a vaccine has been shown to reduce transmission of the virus.The UK has given a first Covid jab to 9.6 million people so far.The results of the study, which has not yet been formally published, suggest that the vaccine may have a "substantial" effect on transmission of the virus.It means the jab could have a greater impact on the pandemic, as each person who is vaccinated will indirectly protect other people too.Oxford vaccine could substantially cut spreadHow do I know the Covid vaccine is safe?When will I get a Covid vaccine?Mr Ha...

Jan162021 by adminNo Comments

Laurence Fox criticised after showing off mask exemption badge ‘he bought online’

Entertainment

Actor Laurence Fox has been criticised after posting a photo of himself wearing a mask exemption badge which he says he bought online.The 42-year-old has been a vocal critic of the government's coronavirus face covering rulings and social distancing regulations. Along with a selfie showing him wearing his new purchase, Fox wrote: "After a long period of consultation with myself, an extended review period and proper due diligence conducted with myself, I've received the badge that I ordered from Amazon. Thank you for being there for me." After a long period of consultation with myself, an extended review period and proper due diligence conducted with myself, I’ve received the badge that I ordered from Amazon. Thank you for being there for me. #anxiety pic.twitter...

Apr292020 by adminNo Comments

When Odeon cinemas reopen, they won’t be showing Universal films

Entertainment

Films from Universal Pictures are no longer going to be shown in Odeon cinemas because of a bitter row over how movies are released.The ban by AMC Theatres, Odeon's parent company, comes after Universal released Trolls On Tour digitally because of the coronavirus outbreak - meaning the animated film was available in homes immediately. Jeff Shell, the CEO of NBC Universal, said that decision had been a success, with the film selling five million copies and making $ 100m (£80.4m) through digital sales alone. Image: Trolls World Tour was released direct to homes after its theatrical release was disrupted Mr Shell told the Wall Street Journal that the company expects to release future films in cinemas and direct to homes simultaneously - ...

Apr162020 by adminNo Comments

Dow futures rip 700 points higher amid report Gilead drug showing effectiveness treating coronavirus

Finance

U.S. stock futures surged on Thursday night after a report said a Gilead Sciences drug was showing effectiveness in treating the coronavirus. The move pointed to a jump for the stock market on Friday.Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were up 700 points, or about 3%. S&P 500 futures gained 2.8% while Nasdaq 100 futures were up by 1.8%.Gilead shares jumped by 14% in after-hours trading after STAT news reported that a Chicago hospital treating coronavirus patients with Remdesivir in a trial were recovering rapidly from severe symptoms. The publication cited a video it obtained where the trial results were discussed."This is obviously good news. Of course, we've heard a few other pieces of good news like this recently and they didn't pan-out as well as people had hoped," said ...