Many of us have faced a dodgy haircut at one point in our lives – especially when we were young. At the time, your mum probably insisted it was a lovely cut, but it really wasn’t. Years later, you could argue it was a character-building experience. But when it comes to our pets, it’s not […]
Renato Sanches’ career rehabilitation highlighted by Portugal cameo
It was only a glimpse, 14 minutes and 42 seconds to be exact, but a late cameo in Portugal’s defeat of Hungary nevertheless amounted to another important step in the rehabilitation of Renato Sanches. Portugal’s defence of the title will be strengthened further should his career come full circle at Euro 2020. After an increasingly […]
Probing deeper into tumor tissues
Today, as they did 100 years ago, doctors diagnose cancer by taking tissue samples from patients, which they usually fix in formalin for microscopic examination. In the past 20 years, genetic methods have also been established that make it possible to characterize mutations in tumors in greater detail, thus helping clinicians select the best treatment […]
Britain and Australia agree free trade deal
Britain and Australia announced a free trade deal on Tuesday which London said would eliminate tariffs on all British goods and boost jobs and businesses across the country. “Today marks a new dawn in the UK’s relationship with Australia, underpinned by our shared history and common values,” British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in a […]
Hyundai officially takes controlling stake in robot maker Boston Dynamics
Today, Boston Dynamics fell under new leadership as Hyundai closed a deal with SoftBank to take an 80-percent controlling stake in the robotics firm. The company will continue making and leasing robots, but Hyundai plans to expand its reach and leverage its expertise in other endeavors. Korean car manufacturer Hyundai announced that it had closed […]
Toddler frustrated after Google Home fails to understand her due to adorable pronunciation
This adorable video shows the moment a three-year-old girl got upset when Google Home failed to understand her – because of her incredibly cute pronunciation. Mum Jenn noticed that there was something wrong with her toddler, Jordynn, so went to see what was getting her so worked up. She soon learned the youngster was upset […]
Australian swimming’s ‘incredible’ depth of talent showcased in Olympic trials
Emma McKeon admits being surprised by her stunning ascension as Australia’s top 100-metre freestyler. McKeon has taken the mantle from Cate Campbell, whose emotions ranged from relief to ecstasy at making her fourth Olympic team. McKeon has beaten Campbell three times in the past two months – the latest on Wednesday night at Australia’s Olympic […]
Promising new target for urinary tract infections and kidney stones
Researchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) have found that the secretion of uromodulin protein into urine can be induced by treatments that may protect against urinary tract infections and kidney stones, among other diseases The normal function of uromodulin, a protein that is made in the kidney and secreted into the urine, remains […]
Geely’s EV brand Zeekr sells out of deliverable cars for this year
Zeekr, a new premium electric vehicle (EV) brand launched this year by Geely (GEELY.UL), has sold out of deliveries for this year, Chief Executive An Conghui said on Tuesday. Geely, the owner of Volvo Cars, in April launched Zeekr to target growing Chinese demand for premium EVs that has boosted sales for Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) […]
NASA teams with Tide to develop laundry detergent for use in space
At present, astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) wear articles of clothing multiple times before changing to a fresh set. In any given year, an astronaut can expect to go through 160 pounds of clothing on the ISS. On a long-term trip to a distant body, like Mars, laundering clothing becomes an issue. NASA […]