Science 250
Cervical cancer could be eliminated within next 100 years: Lancet study
Based on the results of the studies, WHO's cervical cancer elimination strategy has been updated which will be presented for adoption at the World Health Assembly in May 2020, the scientists noted.
SSE on course despite slight lag in renewables
Energy giant SSE marked its first quarter out of the household energy sector by saying that it is on course to deliver on its earnings target for the year.
All Humans Are a Little Bit Neanderthal, According to New Research
We’re all a little Neanderthal. That’s the conclusion of a study that used a new statistical technique to revise estimates of the degree to which modern humans have retained Neanderthal DNA. The research suggests that even people of African descent have Neanderthal heritage, something that was previously in doubt.
Why Only Some Flights Get Cancelled For Bad Weather
When the weather’s a storm away from apocalyptic-conditions, a lump might form in your throat as soon as you realise it might affect your immediate travel plans. Instead of boarding your flight at its scheduled time, you can only envision delay after delay and more time spent waiting at your airport’s Starbucks....
Warning to public following ‘sewage-related’ incident in popular Fife park
Visitors to a popular public park in Fife have been urged to avoid contact with the water amid fears of a sewage spill.
As forests burn around the world, drinking water is at risk
Fabric curtains stretch across the huge Warragamba Dam to trap ash and sediment expected to wash off wildfire-scorched slopes and into the reservoir that holds 80% of untreated drinking water for the ...
Study provides first look at sperm microbiome using RNA sequencing
A new collaborative study published by a research team from the Wayne State University School of Medicine, the CReATe Fertility Centre and the University of Massachusetts Amherst provides the first in-depth ...
Pvt sector to get 70% of upcoming space projects worth up to $1.6 bn: Isro
In the last 25 years, the space agency has launched more than 50 PSLV rockets, and wants to launch another 50 in the next five years
Shire of Esperance council green-light nature camp plans
Plans for a nature-based camp park will move forward with conditions, after a unanimous vote by the Shire of Esperance council on January 28. About ten years...
Zoo improvements should benefit all animals
Zoo improvements should benefit all animals and include a wide range of "enrichment" techniques, researchers say.
Robotic submarine snaps first-ever images at foundation of notorious Antarctic glacier
During an unprecedented scientific campaign on an Antarctic glacier notorious for contributions to sea-level, researchers took first-ever images at the glacier's foundations on the ocean floor. The area ...
Medical Experts Claim Wuhan Virus May Be Transmitted Through Your Eyes Or By Touch Alone
As the Wuhan virus continues to weigh heavy on everyone's minds, the general answer to preventing yourself from being exposed and possibly infected with the disease is by wearing masks, as it is commonly understood that the mask acts as a barrier between you and any infectious particles that people…
Arrow's Bright Green Tease Was About Exactly What You Thought It Was
Arrow’s season finale bid farewell to Oliver Queen and gave us all the briefest of glimpses of the lives his former teammates would go on to lead in the wake of the original Green Arrow’s death. The show’s heroes aren’t completely disappearing from the Arrowverse, but for at least one of them, Arrow made clear...
Dundee drug discovery firm announces first ever clinical trials for AI-developed compound
A Dundee-based firm has announced the first ever clinical trials for a drug molecule developed using artificial intelligence (AI).
Ustaz Sold Drugs To His Students Saying It Would Help Them Study & Recite the Quran Better
An ustaz was arrested for selling drugs to his students, claiming that it would help them study and recite the Quran better. According to The Star, the religious leader from Madura, Northeast Java in Indonesia had been selling methamphetamine to students at an Islamic boarding school and reasoned that it…
Shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week
World share markets fought to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes that China could contain the coronavirus, even as ...
Chesapeake Energy Bulls Are Asking the Wrong Question
From logical deduction, the environment must be pressured beyond belief. Thus, I can’t see CHK stock doing anything but eroding in the long run.
Coronavirus grown in lab outside China for first time, aiding the search for vaccine
Australian scientists have grown the Wuhan virus in a lab, and that will speed up the search for a vaccine. It also will help scientists understand how the virus is transmitted from person to person.
Want to save the world? Try science
Scientists and science as a career should be respected and supported, writes Jim Bright.
The incredibly rare brain condition which caused a young girl to 'waste away' because she doesn't feel hunger
Gypsy Mae Chamberlain, 12, is one of only a handful of people across the globe with diencephalic syndrome
Video: BMW 3 Series Touring does great in the Moose test
Check out this new video where the BMW 3 Series Touring tackles the famous "Moose Test", in which a car's handling capabilities are tested.
Deadly coronavirus may have originated in bats: researchers
Scientists have been batting around theories about what animals may have sparked the deadly new coronavirus, including snakes — but a new study suggests that bats were the most likely hosts,
Engineers Create Super-Speedy “Bionic Jellyfish” That Could Help Us Explore The Ocean’s Unknown
Engineers have developed a bionic jellyfish that can move three times faster than regular jellyfish whilst using less energy. Jellyfish propel themselves a
German coronavirus cases climb to six after child infected: ministry
BERLIN (Reuters) - A new coronavirus that is spreading around the world has been confirmed in a child in Germany, the southern state of Bavaria said on Friday, bringing the total number of known cases in Germany to six.
Humans are hardwired to dismiss facts that don’t fit their worldview
Whether in situations relating to scientific consensus, economic history or current political events, denialism has its roots in what psychologists call 'motivated reasoning.'
Space sector can hit $50 bn by 2024, needs policy support: Antrix-PwC study
Calls for unhindered access to capital for start-ups, govt support in the form of buyback arrangements or schemes to incentivise investors
The ethics of editing humans – and the scientist who helped make it easy
Jennifer Doudna co-discovered the Crispr tool that could cure disease and change the human race. But what happens if it falls into the wrong hands?
Underwater Robot Makes Alarming Find Below Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier'
The glacier in question is roughly the size of Florida and is melting at a fast pace, making a sizeable contribution to the global sea rise.
Japanese billionaire cancels search for girlfriend to take on SpaceX trip
Back in 2018, Maezawa, who founded Japanese online clothing retailer Zozotown, had been named as the first passenger on Elon Musk’s SpaceX rocket flight around the moon, which is scheduled to take place in 2023. His original idea was to…
Japanese billionaire Maezawa pulls out of dating show that promised the moon
Japanese fashion billionaire Yusaku Maezawa has pulled out of a documentary search for a girlfriend to take on his voyage around the moon,
Cat's obsession with bananas results in some really questionable pictures
Bean the cat loves bananas and his owner posts photos of him enjoying his favourite snack to his loyal following of fans because 'it always looks inappropriate and it kills me'
New Photos Reveal Sun's Turbulent Surface in 'Unprecedented' Detail
These new photos reveal the sun's turbulent surface in 'unprecedented' detail
New Study Says Lower Age of First Colonoscopy
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force -- which sets federal screening standards -- still recommends a starting age of 50 for people at average risk.
UCE: Half of the candidates fail physics and chemistry
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nearly half of the students who sat for the Uganda Certificate of Education- UCE exams failed Physics and Chemistry papers. Results released this morning by the Uganda National Examinations Board indicate that at least 166,530, out of the 333,060 students who sat for the 2019 examinations, scored F9 in …
4-month-old girl beats brain cancer and rings the bell
Lillian Grace Borden was born on Sept. 5, 2019. She was a beautiful, and seemingly healthy, baby girl. To her parents, she was perfect.
Bionic jellyfish? Yes, and they are here to help
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - It may sound more like science fiction than science fact, but researchers have created bionic jellyfish by embedding microelectronics into these ubiquitous marine invertebrates with hopes to deploy them to monitor and explore the world’s oceans.
Watch Josh Homme Rollerskating In The Bizarre New Desert Sessions Video
The video for Desert Sessions' Easier Said Than Done is… just… we have no idea.
After a stroke, the brain ‘drowns’ in its own fluid
Scientists thought fluid from blood caused swelling in the brain after a stroke, but new research in mice pinpoints a different cause.
Bionic jellyfish? Yes, and they are here to help
WASHINGTON, Jan 31 — It may sound more like science fiction than science fact, but researchers have created bionic jellyfish by embedding microelectronics into these ubiquitous marine invertebrates with hopes to deploy them to monitor and explore the world’s oceans. A small prosthetic enabled...
Do you struggle to run for a bus because you're unfit? It may be because you weighed less than your peers at birth, scientists find
Researchers at Sweden's Department for Global Public Health found that for every 1lb (450g) of weight at birth, fitness levels increased by 34 per cent in adults.
Rocket Report: Starlink flies, OneWeb has next mega-constellation launch
“This marks the start of a regular launch campaign during 2020.”
A quantum of solid: A glass nanoparticle in the quantum regime
Researchers in Austria have used lasers to levitate and cool a glass nanoparticle into the quantum regime. Although it is trapped in a room-temperature environment, the particle's motion is solely governed ...
Intel’s 10-core Comet Lake i9 10900K will boost to 5.1GHz
Intel's top 10-core 10th Gen processor will boost up to 5.1GHz
Study: Low-birth weight associated with poor cardiorespiratory fitness later in life
Babies born with low birth weights are more likely to have poor cardiorespiratory fitness later in life than their normal-weight peers.
Kozhikode fishermen save a whale shark
An endangered whale shark, accidentally caught while trawling, is returned to the sea in a dramatic rescue by nine alert Kozhikode fishermen. Meet the fishermen, scientists and conservationists who are protecting our oceans
Rocket Lab kicks off busy year with NRO launch
Rocket Lab successfully launched a classified payload for the NRO Jan. 30 in the first of up to a dozen launches planned by the company this year.
A Brief Examination of Science and Technology
A common misconception is that scientists and engineers and their subjects are somehow completely different from those in general education. We live in a world that has to find new ways to keep pace
Go for ban on travel from virus epicenter
SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go said he had asked President Rodrigo Duterte to suspend travel from Hubei and its capital Wuhan, the epicenter of a virus outbreak that has spread beyond the country’s borders,.
How to Become The Science Friday Host Workforce
The Science Friday host team is made up of both Kathy and David, who placed these events. They have a local community outreach method for each nation in that they may send pro teachers, advisers, and
Seriously, The Electric Hummer Is A Total Change In How We Think About EVs
As modern as they seem, electric vehicles have actually been around a very long time, since the dawn of the motorcar era at the turn of the 20th century. Even after losing out to gasoline vehicles, they’ve always been around quietly lurking in the background of automobildom. The way we perceive EVs has changed a lot...
It could be up to three years before a coronavirus vaccine is accessible, Canadian scientists say
The team at the International Vaccines facility are in preliminary stages of developing a prototype and say it could be a year before the vaccine is ready to test on humans
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Joy-Con And Switch Dock To Be Sold Separately In Japan
Fingers crossed for a western release
Regenerative biology could be used to restore mucus production, shows study
Mucus is a protective, slimy secretion produced by goblet cells and which lines organs of the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. Slime production is essential to health, and an imbalance can be life-threatening.
Amateur Skywatchers Discover New Form of Northern Lights - Video
The Northern Lights, which is scientifically called the Aurora Borealis, is a natural phenomenon, mainly seen in high-latitude regions.
NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope ends mission of astronomical discovery
After more than 16 years studying the universe in infrared light, revealing new wonders in our solar system, our galaxy and beyond, NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope's mission has come to an end.
From Antarctica to space: Telemedicine at the limit
ESA is working with Argentina to test telemedicine device Tempus Pro in the harsh conditions of Antarctica as Europe prepares for its next phase of human exploration in space.
UFS 3.1 announced with improvements in speed and power efficiency for flash storage chips
JEDEC has announced the UFS 3.1 open standard for flash storage chips. It brings improvements in speed and power efficiency by including new features.
Nasa remembers fourth person to exceed speed of sound, WWII and bomber pilots on Day of Remembrance
On Day of Remembrance, Nasa remembers the fourth person to exceed speed of sound, a World War II pilot of a bomber fighter plane and a naval aviator who flew 48 combat missions in supersonic jet interceptor plane F-4s over Vietnam.
Save a massive 97% on the Computer Science Bundle
The 11-part Complete Computer Science Bundle is worth over $1,000, but right now it’s on offer for just $39 from Tech Deals.
SA treating common flu with suspicion amid coronavirus, says Mkhize
Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize said on Friday his department was treating even the common flu with suspicion, as part of ...
Morrisons could be moving to redundant car dealership site
The John Grose Ford dealership in Framlingham is set to shut up shop today - as rumours circulate that Morrisons could be taking over the site.
Jennifer Doudna, Crispr scientist, on the ethics of editing humans
Her gene-editing tool could cure disease and change the human race. But what happens if it falls into the wrong hands?
Scientists Snap Closest-Ever View of the Sun
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2021 BMW M4 To Launch With New Shade Of Yellow?
Back in December, we got our first look at the new BMW M4 Coupe in prototype form. At the time, the only sh...
What Is The Keto Flu? Here's How An RD Recommends Preventing It
Are avocados the answer to the dreaded keto flu?
Six Nations offers short-term cure to rugby's ailing image
The Six Nations is back, offering a short-term cure to rugby's strife.
Bitcoin Actually Declines Off of Political Uncertainty, Bombshell Study Finds
It might not be a good idea to purchase bitcoin as an insurance asset against this year's nailbiting US presidential election. That is according to a new
The Flash: Don’t Expect Diggle to Don the Green Ring in Upcoming Appearance
Arrow's series finale ended with John Diggle finding a Green Lantern ring, but he won't wear it in his upcoming guest appearance on The Flash.
Do You Possess the Personality Traits of a Diehard Entrepreneur? A Decade of Research Will Tell You
Researchers agree. Entrepreneurial personality types have these 7 qualities in common. Can you relate?
tZero to Launch Broker-Dealer, Seeks Fund from External Sources
tZero, the blockchain subsidiary Overstock, is planning to launch its retail broker-dealer platform called tZero Markets.
Got slime? Using regenerative biology to restore mucus production
Let's talk about slime.
Rare-earth miner Lynas to build waste treatment plant in Malaysia
Rare-earth mining firm Lynas has reached a deal with the Malaysian state of Pahang to build a waste treatment plant in the country.
German fund acquires planned office space on former PJ Carroll’s site
Deal sees Union Investment forward fund property which US group Hines is developing
A new study reveals the secrets of mucus production that could be applied to cancer biology
The cells that produce mucus are known to be involved in serious health conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and even cancer.
Mother reveals how putting her toddler's pushchair in front of a video of a 'sunny walk in the park' sends him to sleep in MINUTES after his refusal to nap became a 'nightmare'
Nicole Jackson, 28, decided to set up her 18-month-old son Louie's buggy up in front of the television in her home in Basildon, Essex, after the 'clingy' toddler refused to leave her alone to nap.
Fish of the week: fish on the fly
What to do to give you the best chance of catching salmon this season.
Small birthweight can cause breathlessness in later life, finds study
A new study finds that babies born small for their gestational age are not so fit when it comes to their heart and lungs capacity.
Bicycle, walking paths big parts of $12M Salem Avenue upgrade, public hears
DAYTON — Dozens of Dayton residents turned out to learn more about the city's plan to spend $12 million to redo Salem Avenue, a three-phase project scheduled to begin in 2021.
Volcanic earthquakes, magmatic activity in Taal Volcano – Phivolcs
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) continues to monitor activities of the Taal Volcano after recording several volcanic earthquakes which signify magmatic activity.
The Latest: England confirms its first cases of new virus
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MMDA extends free Pasig River ferry rides
The ferry service runs from Pinagbuhatan in Pasig City to Escolta in Manila, with 11 stations: Pinagbuhatan, San Joaquin and Maybunga in Pasig City; Guadalupe, Valenzuela in Makati City; Hulo in Mandaluyong City; and Lambingan, Sta. Ana, PUP, Lawton, Escolta in Manila City.
Power blackout warning as temperatures soar, dust storms and mud rain threaten Victoria
Temperatures are soaring in Victoria, with people in the state urged to reduce their electricity usage on Friday afternoon to help prevent blackouts.
Three-legged creature from deep Atlantic writhes around on boat deck
A video of the strange octopus-like animal has been freaking people out on social media.
Study Reveals Kenyan, Ugandan Men’s Obsession With Breast Milk
A study by a local publication said to have been conducted in Kenya and Uganda has revealed the obsession that men have with breast milk.The study has depicted that men drinking their partner's br
Alina Szapocznikow’s Self-Portrait: an ancient marble hero
The Polish artist who survived Auschwitz creates work reflecting a bygone era
Haken, Voyager, I Built The Sky and more added to Radar Festival line-up
UK's modern progressive and post rock festival announces second wave of bands...
Biochemist discovers a promising enzyme to fight cancer cells
A RUDN University biochemist has studied the stimulating effect of chemical substances on the catabolic enzyme PAO (polyamine oxidase). The results could contribute to the development of drugs against ...
Anubis release video for new single Sirens
Australian prog rockers release 80s inspired second single from forthcoming new album Homeless...
Endoplasmic reticulum found to contact at least two membraneless compartments and influence their behavior
A team of researchers at the University of Colorado has found that the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) makes contact with at least two membraneless compartments in cells and influences their behavior. In their ...
Brain freeze: Russian firm offers path to immortality for a fee
When Alexei Voronenkov’s 70-year-old mother passed away, he paid to have her brain frozen and stored in the hope breakthroughs.
Video: Carwow tests the Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII
Check out this new video review of the new Rolls-Royce Phantom to see if it really is the very best luxury car in the world.
Coinmetrics Study Unveils Shocking Tether (USDT) Fact
The team at Coinmetrics has just released their latest findings on Tether, and its new all-time high velocity is not the only interesting thing they've
Survival of Australian species hinges on working together
When faced with unfavorable environmental conditions, rodent species are likely to form social groups and work cooperatively, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Western Australia.
Mountains influence the impact of earthquakes
According to the research of Professor Mark van der Meijde, mountains influence the impact of earthquakes. It was already known that the topography of an area has an influence on earthquakes, but the ...
Small molecule may slow down Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease affects more than 10 million people worldwide. A newly discovered molecule may offer a way to slow or even stop its progression.
Hawaiian Airlines posts earnings jump while keeping eye on China virus | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Hawaiian Airlines’ earnings soared 57.2% in the fourth quarter despite increased capacity that included additional competition from newcomer Southwest Airlines.
Discovery about how cancer cells hide from the immune system could improve treatments
Researchers have shed light on the mechanism through which cancer cells become camouflaged to escape immune system detection and attack.
Beer Might Actually Be Good for You, According to Science
While drinking a lot of beer is probably not a good idea, moderate consumption of the odd pint has been shown to be very beneficial to your health and wellbeing!
Royal Astronomical Society rebrand inspired by “vision and discovery”
The new identity, which has been led by London-based design studio Johnson Banks, seeks to “sensitively modernise” the 200-year-old organisation.
Chemist synthesizes iron coordination polymer with nicotinic acid derivative
RUDN chemist synthesized iron (II) 3-D coordination polymer, the first coordination compound of iron, assembled from substituted nicotinic acid H2cpna. This compound can be used in production of catalysts, ...
ZESA Announces City Wide Electricity Blackout…Check Areas And Time
ZESA Announces City Wide Electricity Blackout Power utility ZESA has announced that there will be a city-wide electricity blackout on Sunday. According to the struggling power utility, during the 12-hour blackout, it will be carrying out essential maintenance. The blackout will cover the majority of the capital and will last from 6 am to 6 …
Scientists back use of Napier grass as sustainable way to feed herds
According to a study carried out in Kenya by the Centre for International Forestry Research,the use of Napier grass as fodder could help reduce strain on forests.
New Audi RS3 Spy Photos Show It Playing In The Snow
New spy photos of the Audi RS3 show the performance car cold-weather testing before its reveal sometime later this year.
Saif Ali Khan Reveals Plans On Sharing Screen Space With Daughter Sara Ali Khan!
Ever since Sara Ali Khan made her debut with Kedarnath, fans have been eager to see her share screen space with her father Saif Ali Khan. In a recent interview, Saif spilled the beans on working with Sara some day, and what kind of roles he wouldn’t do with her.
Mummies of ancient Egyptian priests found with thousands of afterlife 'servants'
Researchers from Egypt’s antiquities ministry discovered the mummies, which are believed to date back to at least 332 BC
Study gets up close with near-death experiences
Those who momentarily shuffled off this mortal coil returned with positive perceptions of what they discovered on the other side—a finding that encourages researchers to dig deeper into the ways people ...
Rivers are warming at the same rate as the atmosphere
Researchers at EPFL and the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research (WSL) have found that the temperature of Swiss rivers is rising steadily. This situation is straining ecosystems ...
Nevada Copper chooses Redpath to enhance production at US mine
Nevada Copper has selected mining contractor Redpath USA to implement its ramp-up strategy for its 100%-owned Pumpkin Hollow project in Nevada, the US.
Researchers look at novel methods to enhance battery performance
Researchers at Penn State are looking at innovative ways to improve energy storage in an effort to better utilize renewable energy technologies.
We’ve Observed A Spinning Star That Drags The Very Fabric Of Space And Time
One of the predictions of Einstein’s general theory of relativity is that any spinning body drags the very fabric of space-time in its vicinity around with it. This is known as “frame-dragging”....
Thalinomics suggests meal more affordable for common man
The survey states that across India and also the four regions -- North, South, East and West -- it is found that the absolute prices of a vegetarian thali have decreased significantly since 2015-16 though the price has increased in 2019.
Guide: Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Every Character Confirmed So Far
K.K. Slider returns, but what about Jack and Jingle?
First influenza exposure dictates lifelong ability to fight the virus, study suggests
Researchers say the results of a study suggest exposure to one of the two flu strains that circulate every year imprints itself on a person’s immunity and disproportionately affects their lifelong response to the flu
Oyedepo was not denied visa, says US embassy (updated)
David Oyedepo, presiding bishop of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, has been denied a visa by the office of the United States Embassy in Lagos.
NASA to allow researchers to fly on commercial suborbital vehicles
NASA plans for the first time to allow researchers to fly with their payloads on commercial suborbital vehicles, ending years of debate and deliberation.
Most Read articles – Intel process, Quantum annealing, Magnetic components
Let’s look once again at the five most read articles on ElectronicsWeekly.com that were written in the last week, via the stats of Google Analytics. See what your peers have been reading this last seven days.
Coronavirus to hit Galaxy S20 accessories supply chain
Seoul - The deadly Coronavirus outbreak that has already killed 213 people in China could lead to delay in the accessories for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 series that are coming out of the country.
Amitabh Bachchan Holds Divyanka Tripathi's Dupatta As The Latter Seems Starstruck- WATCH HILARIOUS VIDEO
Yeh Hai Mohabbatein actress Divyanka Tripathi shared a video on her account featuring Bollywood’s megastar Amitabh Bachchan and it is going viral on the internet for all the right reasons. Fans are calling it, two legends in one frame
Scientists Created A Cyborg Jellyfish That Can Swim 3 Times Faster
Who exactly was after a cyborg jellyfish? Turns out there's some serious interest in making the sea's finest invertebrates into sleek pulsing speed machines....
Space is incredible, but too many games are missing the point
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Hawaii confirms ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The state has confirmed a ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 in an adult on Kauai.
Mercury, Not Venus, Is The Closest Planet To Earth
A team of scientists just demonstrated something that might shock you: Mercury, not Venus, is the closest planet to Earth on average....
Galaxy Z Flip's Tiny Outer Panel Is Called 'Focus Display': Tipster
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip’s outer panel will be called ‘Focus Display’, claims a well-known tipster. This information comes from Ishan Agarwal, who shared
Borderlands 3 – how to farm red chests in the Rare Chest Riches event
We have a simple route you can follow for maximum farming efficiency in Borderlands 3's Rare Chest Riches event.
General Motors to revive Hummer as an electric off-road titan
Hummer had been killed off in 2010, though the nameplate will be brought under the GMC brand for an electric revival
6G: speeds could increase up to 1 TB/s, 8000 times the speed of 5G
6G: speeds could increase up to 1 TB/s, 8000 times the speed of 5G. The world is just beginning to discover 5G but China is already looking towards 6G.
General Motors to revive Hummer as an electric off-road titan
Hummer had been killed off in 2010, though the nameplate will be brought under the GMC brand for an electric revival
Pigs Genetically Engineered With Human Cells May Pave The Way For Future Skin Transplants
A team of researchers in China have genetically engineered a pig with human DNA and transplanted skin grafts onto monkeys in a “milestone” they say will pa
Coin hoard is a world record breaker – and that’s official
A HOARD of almost 70,000 Iron Age coins found in Jersey has been officially recognised as a world record – although its value and whether it will stay in Jersey still remain unclear.
The space junk hazard - Skywatching
Back in the late 1950s and early '60s, when our first artificial satellites were put into orbit, we didn't pay much attention to what went with them.
Hawaii confirms ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
The state has confirmed a ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 in an adult on Kauai.
Mars National Anthem? Elon Musk Drops Surprise EDM Track ‘Don’t Doubt Ur Vibe’
Elon Musk has proved a versatile creator, but forget electric cars, rockets and flamethrowers – the Tesla boss has now ventured into electronic music.
Behold the power of the Sun, at its peak on winter solstice
The Sun is both creator and destroyer of life. Where better to bow to its power than a subterranean tomb on winter solstice?
Telescope reveals details of sun’s turbulent surface
Further observations will help scientists understand and predict solar activity that can disrupt satellite communications and affect power grids.
Two day seminar on science and technology in Tamil Epigraphy
The aim of the seminar is to share information about an ongoing project to look at information and messages on science and technology available in Tamil inscriptions
Illegal tree cutting offenders punished
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NASA’s newest space observatory could sniff exoplanet atmospheres for signs of life
Over the course of our existence, humanity has struggled to definitively answer the question: “Are we alone?” Is Earth the only planet in the vast cosmic sea that contains life? As our technology becomes more advanced, we get closer and closer to the answer. Our solar system contains a multitude of worlds, planetary bodies ranging […]
I was once offered $20,000 to strip in a Dubai club for 2 weeks but rejected it – Shugatiti (+Video)
Ghanaian actress and photo model, Shugatiti has revealed that she was once offered a deal to strip in a Dubai club but she rejected the deal due to one or two reasons. In an interview with GhBase.com, the sultry actress revealed that the photos she puts out on Instagram are photos that are paid for […]
Pygmy chameleons hatch at Chester Zoo - with VIDEO
Three tiny chameleons have hatched at a zoo – and each one is barely bigger than a pencil tip.
Researchers create world’s most detailed map of breast cancer risk
An international team identified over 350 DNA 'errors' that increase risk of developing the disease, creating a map of breast cancer risk
Cellar tours to offer a spookier look at the life of famous doctor Erasmus Darwin - with video
Erasmus Darwin’s historical home n Lichfield is starting to hold monthly cellar tours.
Thai taxi driver is kingdom's first human-to-human transmission of virus
A Thai taxi driver has been diagnosed with the coronavirus, health officials said Friday, in the kingdom's first case of human-to-human transmission of the deadly sickness which has sparked a global health alert.
The week in wildlife – in pictures
The pick of the world’s best flora and fauna photos, including a plea for a crocodile trapped in a tyre
Newcastle hospital treating coronavirus pair urges patients to attend as normal
The two patients taken unwell are being treated at the Royal Victoria Infirmary.
River Lagan pipe bombs, grenades and car bomb 'dumped by someone who panicked'
An alert which closed two bridges over the River Lagan began after a "significant munitions find", police have said.
Attacking the clones: Dual techniques help reveal malicious image editing
It is relatively easy to clone parts of an image with photo editing software to remove objects and backgrounds or even to duplicate objects. A skillful digital artist will be able to do this almost seamlessly. ...
Intel Core i9-10900K 10-Core Comet Lake-S Monster CPU Leaks With 5.1GHz Turbo Clock
The benchmark also reveals some new information, like a reported base clock of 3.7GHz. There's also a single-core turbo clock of 5.1GHz (single-core).
Newcastle hospital treating coronavirus pair urges patients to attend as normal
The two patients taken unwell are being treated at the Royal Victoria Infirmary.
Image: Hubble spies bar, baby stars
The galaxy depicted in this image taken by the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope is a barred spiral known as NGC 7541, in the constellation of Pisces (the Fishes).
4-month-old baby beats brain cancer, rings bell with mom's help in emotional video
Lily, almost 5 months old, was officially diagnosed as cancer free on Jan. 25, 2020.
Study identifies the first potentially invasive species to reach the Antarctica on drifting marine algae
Drifting algae in the Austral Ocean can bring invasive species to the Antarctic coasts, according to a study published in the journal Scientific Reports. The new study describes the first scientific evidence ...
Landcare Research: How is New Zealand’s landscape changing?
New Zealand’s land cover is constantly changing. This week sees the release of version 5 of New Zealand’s Land Cover Database (LCDB), which details these changes, helping us to understand how the way we are using our land is changing.
Three for the Weekend in Latvia: Tempting tourism, Fantasy science, Documentary film
Stuck for something to do in Latvia this weekend? You shouldn't be, there's plenty happening!
MAMAMOO's Moon Byul unveils logo for 'Dark Side of the Moon' album
MAMAMOO's Moon Byul has unveiled the logo for her upcoming 'Dark Side of the Moon' album.The logo teaser below reveals the title&am…
Betelgeuse Update: Dimmest Magnitude Recorded In 125 Years
Last week, the extreme dimming of the red supergiant knocked it out of the Top 20 brightest stars. However, there was worse news to come for the star as ne
The great electric pickup production race
GM's Hummer revival is set to compete with Tesla's Cybertruck.
Medical professionals battle virus misinformation online
Dr. Rose Marie Leslie, a family physician at the University of Minnesota, is fighting misleading and false information around a virus outbreak with the very tool used to spread much...
Sporting Life Accumulator: Enhanced four-fold for Sky Bet EFL fixtures on Saturday February 1
We're back with the first Sporting Life Accumulator of February, with four teams fancied for success at a price of 14/1.
Chemists simplify the synthesis of antitumor compounds
A RUDN chemist in collaboration with colleagues from N.D. Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry and N.K. Koltsov Institute of Developmental Biology (IDB), RAS have developed a new method for the synthesis ...
Making simulated cosmic dust—in the microwave
Cosmic dust is the key to the chemical evolution of stars, planets, and life itself, but its composition is not well understood, and we can't currently collect samples for analysis. A few examples have ...
Doctor cut baby's face during c-section 'because it moved too much'
Darya Kadochnikova, 19, was reportedly 'shocked' to wake up from an intravenous anesthesia to find her newborn's face had been hurt.
Random: Nintendo's Selling Empty Boxes Of The Animal Crossing Edition Switch
Just the box, no console...
Exploring strangeness and the primordial Universe
Physicists believe that in the Universe's first ten microseconds free quarks and gluons filled all of spacetime, forming a new phase of matter named 'quark-gluon plasma' (QGP). Experimental and theoretical ...
15 super-hot pictures of Alaya Furniturewala
Daughter of actress Pooja Bedi, Alaya Furniturewala makes her debut inthe Saif Ali Khan – Tabu starrer, Jaawani Jaaneman today. The filmthat’s a light-hearted comedy drama has Alaya playing the role of SaifAli Khan’s daughter. The younger actress enjoys a massive followingon social media even before the release of her first movie. The22-year-old actress has a fan following of about 5 lakh on herInstagram.
More than 75K in Wuhan may have coronavirus, analysis suggests
New estimates based on modeling research dwarf official counts, suggesting that some of those sickened may be asymptomatic or will not seek medical attention.
This Animal Crossing Switch console is probably the cutest design yet
Nintendo has announced its releasing a limited edition Switch to celebrate the launch of Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
The week in wildlife – in pictures
The pick of the world’s best flora and fauna photos, including a plea for a crocodile trapped in a tyre
Illegal tree cutting offenders punished
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Be The Spark – PUMA Unleash The Spark Pack
Sports company PUMA unveil the electrifying SPARK PACK. Featuring the PUMA FUTURE 5.1 in striking Ultra Yellow – PUMA Black and the PUMA ONE 20.1 in the Ultra Yellow – PUMA Black – Orange Alert colourway.
Efficient cryopreservation of genetically modified rat spermatozoa
Rat spermatozoa are two to four times larger than that of other animal species and are easily damaged by changes in pH, osmotic pressure, and temperature. Because these animals are very frequently used ...
Video: BMW M850i marginally faster than M2 Competition on Laguna Seca
The M2 Competition and the BMW M850i xDrive might be at totally different cars,but as Randy Pobst showed, they are really close on the track.
Calculating Hawking radiation at the event horizon of a black hole
A RUDN University physicist has developed a formula for calculating Hawking radiation on the event horizon of a black hole, which allows physicists to determine how this radiation would be changed with ...
Dutch with a death wish: Around 10,000 over-55s in the Netherlands have a serious desire to die, government research finds
Yesterday, Health Minister and Christian Democrat MP Hugo de Jonge, revealed to the Dutch parliament that 0.18 per cent of people over the age of 55 have a serious desire to die.
DNA extracted in museum samples can reveal genetic secrets
DNA in preserved museum specimens can allow scientists to explore the history of species and humanities impact on the ecosystem, but samples are typically preserved in formaldehyde which can damage DNA ...
India Plans to Send 50 Satellite Launch Vehicles Into Orbit Within Next 5 Years - ISRO
New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s government space expenditure still lags behind that of the major players in the sector, such as the US, which spent about 13 times more than India in 2018, according to a report presented to parliament.
Scientists make alarming discovery under Antarctica’s ‘doomsday glacier’
Scientists have detected unusually warm water underneath Antarctica’s “doomsday glacier.” The team from Georgia Tech was able capture new images and first-of-its-kind data from deep
Sabina Chege Snaps at DP Ruto [VIDEO]
The Murang'a woman representative turned to Deputy President William Ruto urging him to...
Coronavirus: How Worried Should I Be About The Shortage Of Face Masks? Or Can I Just Use A Scarf?
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has just declared the coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern....
Scientist bats for technology domination through IPR
AI and Machine Learning are omnipresent concepts, says R. Chidambaram
'Dog the Bounty Hunter' Duane Chapman's Kids Reportedly Furious Over Moon Angell 'Proposal'
Dog the Bounty Hunter star Duane Chapman's kids were left reeling by his proposal to Moon Angell in a clip of the upcoming Feb. 3 episode of The Dr. Oz Show, a source close to the family told TMZ, despite their previous report that the proposal did not end in an engagement. Duane 'Dog' Chapman's [...]
Join hands to battle virus: expert
‘Interdisciplinary research programme needed to control coronavirus’
Rumor: Inside the world of Elden Ring; dynamic weather, upgraded engine and more
According to the user the game will feature dynamic weather and time of day cycle, unlike all the previous FromSoftware games.
Raunchy Lyrics And Video Does The Trick
After the ‘Singles Anthem,’ the makers of Bheeshma are back with a new single called “Whattey Beauty”. But, before the complete track is out, here is a video glimpse.
Fanged Wyvern - Monster Hunter World
Looking to hunt a Fanged Wyvern and not sure where to start? We've got a list of the monsters you should focus on.
Steps to curb illegal fishing activities in Kannur
Steps will be taken to strengthen backwater patrols to curb illegal fishing activities in the district, C.K. Shiny, Deputy Director, Fisheries Department, has said. Officials had on Wednesday removed
Two studies find cervical cancer could be eliminated within the century
Cervical cancer could be eliminated within 20 years in Canada and within a century worldwide, according to two international studies in which Quebec researchers have participated.
Samples From HMS Challenger’s 1870s Expedition Reveal How Carbon Emissions Are Changing The Ocean
Samples from one of history's greatest scientific expeditions are being used to see how plankton are responding to human-induced changes in ocean chemistry
Study Reports First Case of Coronavirus Spread by Asymptomatic Person
A woman from China infected a person in Germany before she began displaying symptoms
‘Fatalities can be avoided only if blood diseases are detected in time’
Health staff asked to take such cases to the notice of nodal hospitals
Scientists engineer bacteria to protect bees against pests and virus infections
Researchers have engineered new strains of bacteria to protect honey bees from a deadly trend known as the colony collapse disorder -- a global phenomenon in which a majority of worker bees in a colony disappear, leaving behind a queen, plenty of food, and a few nurse bees.
PETA Suggests Replacing Punxsutawney Phil with a Robot Groundhog
PETA thinks that the 137-year-old groundhog should retire, and the town should get a robot that can actually predict the weather.
History is important than science - Prof Konotey-Ahulu
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The James Webb Space Telescope Is Likely Going To Be Delayed Again
Sad news, space fans. The James Webb Space Telescope, the next Great Observatory in our sky, will likely be delayed again as it's unlikely NASA can meet th
About 12, 787 farmers benefit from PFJ in East Mumprusi Municipality
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Inouye Solar Telescope takes most detailed images of the sun to date
The first images taken by the National Science Foundation's (NSF) latest solar telescope show the cell-like structures "the size of Texas" that cover the sun's surface.
Our face mask future: Do they really help beat flu, coronavirus and pollution?
Huge numbers of people are wearing face masks – in Japan and South Korea there have been reports of stores selling out. But experts are divided on how effective they are
Nanospirals that form as molten metals solidify could be key to new materials—and invisibility
Humans have been cooling metal mixtures from liquid to solid for thousands of years. But surprisingly, not much is known about exactly what happens during the process of solidification. Particularly puzzling ...
SCP: The Largest Online Shared Universe is Under Legal Attack
SCP is the largest online shared universe around. It's also on the brink of destruction thanks to a legal attack. Here's what you need to know.
‘Dog The Bounty Hunter’ Duane Chapman & Moon Angell Break Down Closet Drama That Sparked Trouble With Lyssa
Grieving reality television star Duane Chapman is appearing on Monday’s episode of The Dr. Oz show and it sounds as if he is anxious to set the record straight on a number of things. The Dog ...
New $2.35M U of S research chair targets beef industry sustainability
Dr. Cheryl Waldner will work with the beef industry to address producer priorities, like improving herd health and managing antibiotic use.
Air depression to impact many parts of Oman
The Public Authority of Civil Aviation (PACA), has confirmed of a possible air depression during the next two days.
Can Weights Get You Better Abs? An Expert Says Yes — Here's How to Use Them the Right Way
Intensify your ab workouts and see results by adding weights — the right way. Here's how an expert says to do it.
Romania's Transgaz signs MoU on development of natural gas networks in Eastern Europe
Romania's Transgaz national natural gas transmission corporation signed on January 28 a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the Partnership...
2020 Proton X70 CKD to get 7-speed wet DCT – shared with Volvo, torque up 15 Nm, 7.5 litres per 100 km
Proton is gearing up for its first big launch of the year, the locally-assembled 2020 X70. Ahead of its impending unveiling, the national carmaker has
After 16 years, the Spitzer Space Telescope's science mission is over
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope has spent the past 16 years rendering the universe and its many phenomena in infrared, providing scientists clues to the secrets of stellar formation, supernovae, quasars, exoplanets and more.
NASA bids farewell to the Spitzer Space Telescope
Named in honor of the famed astronomer, Lyman Spitzer, NASA's infrared space telescope launched into space in 2003. On Thursday, it was finally decommissioned, laying the groundwork for the James Web Space Telescope (JWST) in making future discoveries.
Seagull Centre diverts more waste from landfill
The Seagull Centre in Thames is set to divert more items from going to landfill with its new Resource Recovery Park, which was officially opened today by Thames Ward Councillor Martin Rodley in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
A US spy satellite just launched from NZ. Here's what you need to know
The controversial mission, 'Birds of a Feather', is the first launch for a US spy agency from NZ. Ollie Neas explains what we know – and even more importantly, what we don’t. Last May, The Spinoff reported that New Zealand Space Agency staff had met with officials from a major US intelligence ag
Banned Chemical Pollution Threatens Dolphins In Great Barrier Reef
Land-based chemicals in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef threaten the health and survival of vulnerable dolphin species, including the rare snubfin dol
Olympus E-M1 Mark III leak suggests it could be the best Micro Four Thirds camera yet
A leak appears to have given us our first glimpse of the Olympus E-M1 Mark III – and revealed most of its specs too.
Green energy could now be cheaper than fossil fuels thanks to breakthrough
Australia is on fire. Antarctica’s “Doomsday Glacier” is melting. Last year was the second hottest year on record. The six hottest years in all of recorded human history? The last
Toyota RAV4 uses updated VSC to pass 'Moose Test'
Last October, Swedish publication Teknikens Värld put the new Toyota RAV4 to the “Moose Test” which it ended up failing. ]
Watch Five Finger Death Punch’s lyric video for Full Circle
Ivan Moody and co. share lyric video for their track Full Circle - single taken from upcoming album F8
Seagull Centre diverts more waste from landfill
The Seagull Centre in Thames is set to divert more items from going to landfill with its new Resource Recovery Park, which was officially opened today by Thames Ward Councillor Martin Rodley in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Shock pictures show injuries to Dumbarton pensioner following raid on her home
Kevin McCallum was locked up for the “despicable” attack last week.
Proton X70 CKD 7-speed wet DCT: more efficient than VW DSGs, >350k km lifetime, meets Volvo standards
Proton has recently confirmed that the locally-assembled 2020 X70 will come with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and ahead of its impending
The Pokémon hoax that found its way into Temtem
The blue Platypus that took the internet by storm
Dog The Bounty Hunter Reveals Why GF Moon Angell Moved Beth’s Clothes Out Of Closet To Put In Her Own
Dog The Bounty Hunter confirmed that his girlfriend, Moon Angell, moved her clothes into his closet -- but there's an emotional reason why.
A tiny useful discovery about the 4046 phase locked loop chip
Whilst poring over 4046 phase locked loop data sheets, I noticed yet another subtle useful difference between the the later faster 74HC4046 (diag from NXP data sheet) and the earlier slower CD4046.
SEGA Europe is going green as it abandons all plastic boxes for future PC games
With Football Manager proving to be an eco-friendly and edible success story last year, the house of Sonic the Hedgehog is looking to clean up its act even further.
New Poster for ‘Color Out of Space’ Will Melt Your Mind Like Only Lovecraft Horror Can
SpectreVision and director Richard Stanley‘s Color Out of Space is now playing in select theaters, ahead of the Lovecraft adaptation hitting DVD, Blu-ray and 4K UHD on February 25. We’ve seen some pretty awesome art for the movie so far, and this week Empire shares the film’s coolest poster to date. It’s the official UK […]
This $350 Baby Yoda Statue Is Priceless
In case it wasn’t obvious before, the real reason Disney was so quick to crack down on unofficial Baby Yoda merch on Etsy or whatever was so that they could sell you their limited […]
Science and Mathematics to be taught in English again
KUALA LUMPUR: Science and Mathematics subjects will once again be taught in English.
WARNING: Do not allow babies consume water from Tipperary supply
Irish Water has issued a drinking water restriction notice to Tipperary residents. On the advice of the Health Service Executive, water from the Templetuohy Water Supply Scheme should not be con...
PUBG Karakin map now available on consoles
The biggest change of all is the introduction of the new Karakin map, which replaces Snahok as the smallest map of the game.
Galaxy S20 Series Prices Leaked; Will Be Approximately the Same As the Galaxy S10
A Polish website claims to have found out about the Galaxy S20 series' price. Read on to find out more about how much each device will cost.
Kingdom Hearts III's DLC Re: Mind Leaves Nothing but Bad Memories
If this what we can expect, it's probably okay that there won't be any more DLC for this game.
Which Are Electrical Engineering And Computer Science?
Both technology and computer engineering require a better comprehension of power electronic equipment. It is crucial to find out the fundamentals of computer and electrical engineering, especially
Munich-based SimScale closes €27 million to expand pioneering cloud-based 3D simulation software
German startup SimScale, one of world’s first production-ready cloud-based softwares for simulation, today announced that it has closed €27 million in Series C funding. Global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners led the round, with participation from existing investors: Earlybird, Union Square Ventures, June Fund, Vito Ventures, Bayern Kapital, and High-Tech Gründerfonds.
Experts say masks are unnecessary if you are well
Experts say masks are unnecessary if you are well
Premarket: World shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week
Oil and copper prices set for worst month since May
Ability to fight flu depends on which virus strain dominated in childhood: study
VANCOUVER - Researchers at two Canadian universities say the first type of influenza virus people are exposed to in early childhood dictates their ability t
Rocket nears spaceport for Chinese space station test launch
The first flight model of a rocket designed to launch modules for a Chinese space station is set to arrive at Wenchang spaceport for a crucial test mission.
Tottenham make significant 'breakthrough' in Gareth Bale transfer deal
The Welshman's future has been the subject of intense debate
Scientists Turned A Normal Jellyfish Into A Speedy Cyborg Jellyfish
Jellyfish are the most efficient swimmers in the ocean, albeit fairly slow ones. Researchers at Stanford University made a jellyfish swim three times faster by sticking a motor to it, creating a biohybrid robot with the jellyfish as the “scaffold.”...
Struggling to burn belly fat? It’s time to take a closer look at your menstrual cycle
If you’ve ever cancelled a gym class because of period pain or feeling tired and bloated because of your menstrual cycle, you’re far from alone.
Authorized Science Ketosis – What is It?
Science keto diet plans are diets which people are currently using to drop fat and build muscle. They function by drastically cutting down the food which that you eat even though upping your work out.
Tun M: We Are Going To Use English In The Teaching Of Science And Mathematics
"We must promote the mastery of English in our education system," the acting Education Minister said while speaking during a special meeting with the Ministry of Education on Thursday.
Astronomers Observe a Star Dragging Space-Time With It in a Cosmic Stellar Dance
Astronomers have been able to prove Einstein right once more as they witness space-time swirling around a dead star in its gravitational pull.
'Significant munitions find' onboard vessel in River Lagan
An alert which closed two bridges over the River Lagan began after a "significant munitions find", police have said.
Summer-born children more likely to struggle with basic skills, figures suggest
Youngsters born in the summer are less likely to have a ‘good level of development’ at age five than those with autumn birthdays, figures suggest.
SpaceX's workhorse Falcon 9 rocket expected to reach major launch milestone in 2020
Hours after SpaceX launched its 240th new Starlink satellite into orbit, Elon Musk took to Twitter to cryptically reveal that the company’s workhorse Falcon 9 rocket could “reach triple digits this year” if everything goes according to plan. Designed and built by SpaceX in the late 2000s, the Falcon 9 rocket launched for the first […]
On the Web Education and Learning – Should I Consider a Online Study Training Course in Information Science?
The following article will examine the benefits that you can get out of edX information Science. Inside this regard, it's important to distinguish in between other along with edX businesses that
49 Interesting Facts and Stories About the Human Brain
Modern neuroscience and cognitive sciences have made great strides in understanding the effect our brains have on our everyday function. With that comes a wealth of knowledge and facts that you probably don't know about the brain.
Easyjet reveals electric plane that will make flying greener and cheaper
The Wright 1 plane will be able to fly for an hour, meaning it could be used on short-haul flights such as London to Paris or Amsterdam
New study pulls back veil on Everett’s coronavirus patient
A New England Journal of Medicine article with local expert insight is guiding officials worldwide.
Look at this gorgeous Animal Crossing-themed Switch
Bring me the horizon.
Science Experiments For High School – How You Can Plan The Proper Experiment And Get The Results That You Want
Science experiments such as senior high school are not as tricky as the majority of us thought. Allow me to share a number.You need to determine your ends. Then you will need to define the tasks that
Farm confidence rises but concern about compliance costs is deep - Federated Farmers
Farmers are feeling slightly more positive than they were six months ago but very few believe general economic conditions will improve in the year ahead, the Federated Farmers Mid-Season Farm Confidence Survey shows.
Guide: Get In The Mood For Animal Crossing: New Horizons With This Adorable Merch
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