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A dog in France has monkeypox, worrying scientists that we won’t be able to eradicate the virus if it spreads to more animals
Monkeypox virus, illustration. Thom Leach | Science Photo Library | Getty Images In 2003, 47 people across six Midwestern states caught monkeypox from pet prairie dogs that were infected after they were housed with rodents imported from Ghana, Africa. Today’s outbreak, which has already infected more than 14,100 people inContinue Reading
Serena Williams: why many female athletes feel pressure to retire after becoming mothers
Williams has won 23 grand slams in her career. photoyh/ Shutterstock Serena Williams has announced she’s retiring from tennis. During her career, the 40-year-old has often been hailed as the best female tennis player, winning 23 grand slam titles. In 2017, Williams won the Australian Open while eight weeks pregnant,Continue Reading
Noise pollution is hurting animals – and we don’t even know how much
If you don't like noise, imagine how pets and other animals feel about it. Aleksey Boyko/Shutterstock From construction projects to busy roads, aeroplanes and railways, human noise is everywhere. It is an invisible cause of stress, posing serious risks to human health and wellbeing. However, noise also harms animals livingContinue Reading
Cristiano Ronaldo ‘left mum in tears’ during ‘phone call after ace smashed her autistic son’s phone on the ground
A MUM says she wept after allegedly clashing with “arrogant” Cristiano Ronaldo in a phone call when the ace smashed her teen son’s phone on the ground. Sarah Kelly, 37, spoke out after the Manchester United striker accepted a caution for an incident at Goodison Park last season. 4 Mum Sarah Kelly saysContinue Reading
Steps, Madonna and Aitch battle for albums chart top spot
A three-way battle for this week’s number one album is under way as Aitch, Madonna and Steps battle for the top spot on the UK official album chart. British pop group Steps, who found fame in the late 90s, are currently out in front with their Platinum Collection – whichContinue Reading
Man Utd ‘launch transfer bid for Kevin Trapp as competition for David de Gea’
MANCHESTER UNITED have launched a transfer bid for Eintracht Frankfurt goalkeeper Kevin Trapp, according to reports. The Red Devils have been on the hunt for a new goalkeeper since Erik ten Hag took over as manager in May. 1 Man Utd have launched an offer for TrappCredit: Getty First choiceContinue Reading
Five ways to tell if someone is an expert, or just confident – from an actual expert
Not every 'expert' has the expertise to back up their argument. Pressmaster / shutterstock Have you ever listened to a talk by somebody who came across as an expert, only to find that they had no clue after all? Or perhaps you’ve been annoyed by a colleague who explains theContinue Reading
Man dies following assault by large group of people in Co Kildare
A man who was critically ill following a serious assault in Monasterevin, Co Kildare on Sunday has died. The man, aged in his 20s, who was found unresponsive at the scene and taken to Tallaght University Hospital has since passed away. He was pronounced dead on Monday afternoon. The OfficeContinue Reading
When will Dr Fauci retire?
DR ANTHONY Fauci is a household name, having served over five decades and under seven presidents during his tenure. He’s currently the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, as well as the Chief Medical Advisor to President Joe Biden. Dr Fauci plans to retire before theContinue Reading
Inside the World’s Biggest Hacker Rickroll
As a graduation prank, four high school students hijacked 500 screens across six school buildings to troll their classmates and teachers.Continue Reading