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Millions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma – study
Rapid urbanisation thought to be damaging adolescent health, as researchers say need for medication and diagnostic tests is urgent. Millions of teenagers in Africa are suffering from asthma with no ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Fears for spread of malaria in Africa as study finds resistance to frontline drug
Signs of resistance to artemisinin in tenth of children with severe malaria similar to situation in Asia, say researchers. Researchers have found “troubling” evidence for the first time that a ...World - The Guardian - 15 hours ago -
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Born in France but searching for a future in Africa
BBC Africa Eye investigates the "silent exodus" from France of those fed up with racism and discrimination.Top stories - BBC News - October 28 -
Microplastics found in dolphin breath for first time – study
Research suggests the marine animals are inhaling pollutants when they come up for air, with even rural populations affected. Microplastics have been found in dolphin breath for the first time, ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
New study shows promising treatment for shingles
Shingles, a virus that can cause painful rashes and serious complications, is more common than many think. Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain the latest research showing promising ...Top stories - CBS News - October 22 -
Fast-Growing Wildfires Are Especially Destructive, Study Shows
In recent decades, fast-growing blazes were responsible for an outsize share of fire-related devastation, scientists found using satellite data.Science - The New York Times - October 25 -
Sinologist Li Cheng: ‘America is not in the mood to study China’
The political expert on the breakdown of US-Sino relations, what Xi Jinping’s fourth term might hold — and why neither Harris nor Trump makes him hopeful of changeBusiness - Financial Times - October 25 -
Study finds LLMs can identify their own mistakes
It turns out that LLMs encode quite a bit of knowledge about the truthfulness of their answers, even when they give the wrong one.Tech - VentureBeat - October 29 -
Alcohol consumption abundant in the natural world, study finds
Range of species have ethanol in diet, normally arising through fermented fruits, sap and nectar. Humans may have turned drinking into something of an art form but when it comes to animals putting ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
Monkeys will never type Shakespeare, study finds
Australian researchers have poked holes in an old thought-experiment known as the "infinite monkey theorem".Top stories - BBC News - November 1 -
Study to shed light on impact of headlight glare
A specialist car will have instruments installed to measure light levels from oncoming headlights.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
Biden expected to complete draft LNG study this year
Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Biden expected to complete draft LNG study this year The Biden administration plans to publish ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Ozempic can lead to muscle mass loss: Study
Recent studies have found that Ozempic could lead to more muscle mass loss than traditional weight loss methods.Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
New study on moons of Uranus raises chance of life
The planet Uranus and its five biggest moons may not be the sterile worlds scientists have long thought.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Pandemic-era drinking increases persist, study shows
Alcohol is a leading cause of illness and death in the United States, and new research suggests an alarming increase in alcohol use since the pandemic is persisting. CBS News' Stephanie Stahl reports.Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
New study shows an increase in heavy drinkers
A new study finds the United States has more heavy drinkers than it did a few years ago before the pandemic began. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why and what to know ...Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
A.D.H.D. Symptoms Are Milder With a Busy Schedule, Study Finds
New research suggests symptoms of the disorder may be less severe in those with a demanding schedule.Health - The New York Times - Yesterday -
South Africa’s ‘second miracle’ coalition fights to endure
Unity government led by ANC and Democratic Alliance works to resolve tensions as it passes 100-day milestoneBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
Can AI help Africa close the development gap?
Machine learning could have transformative effects on developing economies and societies. But some fear a deepening digital divideBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
Australia shocked in World Cup semis by South Africa
South Africa produce a stunning performance to knock Australia out of the Women's T20 World Cup in the semi-finals.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
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Idris Elba: Why I'm planning a move to Africa
The British star is backing film projects across the continent and wants to be closer to the action.Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition
Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under TrumpWorld - Financial Times - October 24 -
A playwright in Africa hopes to break the cultural silence on rape
African playwright and actor Oliva Ouedraogo's “Queen” depicts the fictional journey of a girl who is raped by her stepfather on the night of his marriage to her mother, and decides to speak out ...Entertainment - ABC News - October 24 -
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England beat South Africa despite defensive errors
Watch highlights as England bounce back after Germany loss with a 2-1 win against South Africa in Coventry.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
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William returns to 'special place' Africa for prize awards
The awards event in South Africa will have emotional connections for the Prince of Wales.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
How the UK's 'big brother' role in Africa is changing
David Lammy is on his first visit to the continent since he became foreign secretary.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
The New Investment Superpower Outflanking China and the U.S. in Africa
The tiny United Arab Emirates has invested billions in east Africa, where it is now emerging as a significant player, at times muscling out China and annoying the U.S.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6 -
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England make four changes to face South Africa
Scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet and full-back Freddie Steward start for England against South Africa as head coach Steve Borthwick makes four changes to his starting XV.Top stories - BBC News - 13 hours ago -
‘Access to food is not the problem’: new orca study deepens mystery behind endangerment
True cause of why southern resident killer whales are on brink of extinction becomes murkier as conservationists warn of marine noise and ship traffic. Last month, the ailing southern resident ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Standing desks may be bad for your health, study suggests
Researchers say stand-up working could increase chance of developing swollen veins and blood clots. They have been billed as the ultimate antidote to sitting in front of a screen all day at the ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Kidney transplants are safe between people with HIV, new US study shows
A new study found people with HIV can safely receive donated kidneys from deceased donors with the virusHealth - ABC News - October 16
