The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday abruptly reverted to its previous guidance about how coronavirus is transmitted. They removed language about airborne transmission it had posted just days earlier. “A draft version of proposed changes to these recommendations was posted in error to the agency’s official website. CDC is currently updating […] Read more
Hobart, Australia — At least 380 whales have died in a mass stranding in southern Australia, officials said Wednesday. Rescuers managing to free just a few dozen survivors. Nearly the entire pod of 460 long-finned pilot whales stuck in Macquarie Harbour has perished on the rugged and sparsely populated west coast of Tasmania. “We have got […] Read more
Gold prices are set to spring higher after more than a month of moving sideways, according to one analyst. Drivers include a positive technical backdrop and the likelihood of sustained low interest rates in the world’s largest economies that may prompt investors to seek better returns in other “safe haven” investments. Gold has “worked off […] Read more
People who experience post-traumatic stress disorder may be twice as likely to have dementia later in life, according to a new study — a finding with important implications for the coronavirus pandemic. The disorder occurs when symptoms from a psychological trauma disrupt daily functioning for at least a month. The nation has been reeling from […] Read more
Popular around the world, carrots are crunchy and highly nutritious root vegetables. They’re commonly claimed to keep your eyes healthy and improve night vision. However, you may wonder about the origin of this idea and whether it’s supported by science. This article tells you whether carrots benefit your eyes and provides other tips to keep […] Read more
At every pediatrician appointment for the last several years, I’ve been asked about how much “screen time” my kids are getting. I’m reminded by the doctor that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends children younger than two avoid digital media other than video chatting. And for children ages 2 to 5, the limit is […] Read more
Fox News will lay off staff in a reorganization and restructuring of its businesses. “As Fox News Media has evolved into a streamlined multiplatform organization, we are realigning several functions and restructuring various divisions in order to position all of our businesses for ongoing success,” a Fox News spokesperson told The Hollywood Reporter in a […] Read more
A Los Angeles area reporter was given a copy of a recording from a conference call, which has LA County Director of Public Health, Dr. (not of the medical variety) Barbara Ferrer saying that schools won’t open up until “after the election.” The call, which was a briefing to school administrators and school health officials, […] Read more
Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General and CEO of the United States Postal Service (USPS), announced the creation of a joint task force with postal unions, which he said will “enhance” their work with election officials ahead of November’s election. “I am pleased to announce that the presidents of the four postal unions have agreed to work with […] Read more
Dates are often associated with dessert; their natural sweetness and rich flavor are indeed decadent. But this nutritious fruit can actually offer some pretty impressive health benefits. Here are seven ways dates can protect your health, and simple ways to incorporate this super fruit into meals, snacks, drinks, and treats. Dates are nutrient-rich Three dates […] Read more
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