Is it the theory of evo-poo-tion? While poop may seem like a revolting subject, it could could also be responsible for life on earth thanks to a “fecal revolution” over half a billion years ago. This progression of man-ure was described in an excremental study published in the journal Trends in Ecology and Evolution. “Next … Read more
A newly approved flu vaccine that studies show is more effective than others may be in Long Island pharmacies in the coming weeks, but the mRNA technology it uses may unnecessarily scare some people away from using it, medical experts say.The Food and Drug Administration Wednesday approved Moderna’s mFlusiva for people ages 50 and older after a … Read more
Typhoon Dolphin has cut power to at least 44,000 buildings and injured at least five people after hitting Japan’s Okinawa island on Saturday.Flights to and from Okinawa’s main airport – Naha International Airport – were cancelled as it closed on Friday as the storm arrived.The storm had maximum wind speeds of 162km/h (101mph) on Saturday … Read more
New affidavit reveals possible motive after 17-year-old accused of killing 2 men in DeLandDELAND, Fla. —An affidavit written by DeLand police and made public on Friday in the arrest of 41-year-old Daytron W. Etkins — identified as the father of 17-year-old Keyan Jayden Rundell, who’s accused of fatally shooting two young men last month in … Read more
Iran said on Saturday that a deal with Oman on control of the Strait of Hormuz was close but would not be enough to free up the waterway, and the United Arab Emirates said Iran had hit another ship there. A U.S. official, who declined to be identified, said on Friday that Washington anticipated an … Read more
They treated it like a plane-ground. A cross-Canada flight had to be canceled after a misbehaving tot refused to fasten their seat belt, stranding the passengers until the following day. The ludicrous incident occurred on Thursday, Aug. 6, after Porter Airlines flight PD444 had departed the terminal at Victoria International Airport (YYJ) in British Columbia … Read more
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Michael Frost, 67, and his wife Connie, 63, who are raising their teenage granddaughter in Georgia. They have permanent custody of her and said they’ve prioritized providing her with a stable home and strong education. This interview has been edited for length and clarity.MICHAEL: My wife … Read more
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke’s death in May was caused by the “effects of heroin and cocaine”, the Los Angeles authorities have revealed.The County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner ruled that the death was accidental., externalThe 29-year-old was found unresponsive in a bedroom at a house in San Fernando Valley on 11 May, … Read more
Words by Gary Rose MD FACS I’m sure that you’ve heard this phrase more than a few times over your years of diving: “You should have seen these reefs back in the day.” I’m guilty of saying It myself, many times over my past 52 years of being a certified SCUBA diver. Over the years … Read more
Portions of a Maryland state park remain closed to visitors after two people were attacked by rabid beavers in the past two weeks.A 13-year-old boy was attacked July 26 while swimming in the lake at Cunningham Falls State Park in Frederick County, according to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. More than a week later, … Read more