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Australia's dairy farmers prepared to face deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu if it arrives
3 months ago

Australia's dairy farmers prepared to face deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu if it arrives

ABC  

Stuart and Belinda Griffin never thought they'd be on the look out for bird flu in their cows. "It's a bit of the alert, but not alarmed," said Stuart whose family has run a dairy farm in Moe, in Victoria's La Trobe Valley, for more than a century. "Veterinarians didn't routinely test cattle for influenza, that was not anywhere on …

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Clues from bird flu’s ground zero on dairy farms in the Texas Panhandle
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Clues from bird flu’s ground zero on dairy farms in the Texas Panhandle

Salon  

In early February, dairy farmers in the Texas Panhandle began to notice sick cattle. The buzz soon reached Darren Turley, executive director of the Texas Association of Dairymen: “They said there is something moving from herd to herd.” Nearly 60 days passed before veterinarians identified the culprit: a highly pathogenic strain of the bird flu virus, H5N1. “People tend to …

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Human cases of bird flu 'an enormous concern': WHO
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Human cases of bird flu 'an enormous concern': WHO

The Hindu  

The World Health Organization voiced alarm Thursday at the growing spread of H5N1 bird flu to new species, including humans, who face an "extraordinarily high" mortality rate. "This remains I think an enormous concern," the UN health agency's chief scientist Jeremy Farrar told reporters in Geneva. But in the hundreds of cases where humans have been infected through contact with …

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Fresh bird flu pandemic fears as WHO warns outbreak is of 'enormous concern' and would have 'extraordinarily high' death rates
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Fresh bird flu pandemic fears as WHO warns outbreak is of 'enormous concern' and would have 'extraordinarily high' death rates

Daily Mail  

The increasing spread of bird flu to humans is an 'enormous concern', the World Health Organization has warned. Experts at the World Health Organization said the strain humans face an 'extraordinarily high' mortality rate if it were to take hold, currently killing more than half of those infected. Jeremy Farrar, the UN health agency's chief scientist, said: 'This remains I …

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WHO Voices Alarm At Rising Bird Flu Cases, Calls It 'Enormous Concern'
8 months, 3 weeks ago

WHO Voices Alarm At Rising Bird Flu Cases, Calls It 'Enormous Concern'

News 18  

The World Health Organization voiced alarm Thursday at the growing spread of H5N1 bird flu to new species, including humans, who face an “extraordinarily high” mortality rate. “This remains I think an enormous concern,” the UN health agency’s chief scientist Jeremy Farrar told reporters in Geneva. But in the hundreds of cases where humans have been infected through contact with …

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WHO sounds alarm over human cases of bird flu, says ‘looking for new hosts’
8 months, 3 weeks ago

WHO sounds alarm over human cases of bird flu, says ‘looking for new hosts’

Hindustan Times  

The World Health Organization on Thursday expressed grave concern over the growing spread of H5N1 bird flu infections in other species, including humans. With cows and goats joining the list of mammals infected with the current bird flu outbreak that began in 2020, the UN health agency official referred to it as "a global zoonotic animal pandemic." Read: ‘100 times …

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WHO says bird flu cases spreading to humans an enormous concern
8 months, 3 weeks ago

WHO says bird flu cases spreading to humans an enormous concern

India Today  

The World Health Organisation has raised concerns about the spread of H5N1 bird flu to humans. The global health organisation flagged that the bird flu has an “extraordinarily high” mortality rate in humans. Jeremy Farrar, the chief scientist at the WHO, sounded the alarm over the bird flu cases spreading to humans at a press conference in Geneva. In a …

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Anthony Albanese warned not to neglect the cost-of-living crisis if he wants to avoid the same fate of his New Zealand Labour counterparts who suffered a crushing defeat on Saturday
1 year, 2 months ago

Anthony Albanese warned not to neglect the cost-of-living crisis if he wants to avoid the same fate of his New Zealand Labour counterparts who suffered a crushing defeat on Saturday

Daily Mail  

While Anthony Albanese choked back tears last Saturday night as he conceded the crushing defeat of his Voice to Parliament, a very different kind of political address was taking place across the ditch in New Zealand. Christopher Luxon, 53, a former high-flying executive, is New Zealand's new Prime Minister His victory came just hours before Anthony Albanese joked back tears …

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Sorry, Elon! The Satellites of the Future Are Heading to Space Right Now
1 year, 2 months ago

Sorry, Elon! The Satellites of the Future Are Heading to Space Right Now

Live Mint  

They are radically different from what has been the standard for almost the entire history of humans hurling things into orbit. Thousands of this new kind of satellite are already operational, most of them powering the Starlink satellite network from Elon Musk’s SpaceX, which counts more than two million customers in 60 countries around the world, including Ukraine, where it …

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‘Olivia held John’s hand through it’: The unlikely story behind Grease’s electric soundtrack
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Olivia held John’s hand through it’: The unlikely story behind Grease’s electric soundtrack

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In the stage production, rock’n’roll centrepiece “Greased Lightnin’” was …

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‘Countries should invest in developing vaccines for all strains of influenza,’ says WHO’s new chief scientist
1 year, 10 months ago

‘Countries should invest in developing vaccines for all strains of influenza,’ says WHO’s new chief scientist

Firstpost  

London: Jeremy Farrar, the incoming chief scientist of the World Health Organization said on Monday that governments should invest in vaccines for all strains of the influenza virus that exist among animals as a safeguard in case of an outbreak in humans. The recent spread to mammals of H5N1 - commonly known as bird flu – also needed to be …

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Former South Dakota Republican Gov. Frank Farrar dies at 92
3 years, 2 months ago

Former South Dakota Republican Gov. Frank Farrar dies at 92

Associated Press  

— Former South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, who confirmed his death as while as officials from the South Dakota Hall of Fame, ordered flags to be flown at half-staff in memory of Farrar. “His heart for people and his enthusiasm for public service have been an inspiration.” Known as the “boy wonder” who was the youngest person ever elected state …

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Chinese virologist says Fauci emails back her claim that the coronavirus is 'unrestricted bioweapon'
3 years, 7 months ago

Chinese virologist says Fauci emails back her claim that the coronavirus is 'unrestricted bioweapon'

Daily Mail  

A Chinese virologist who was among the first people to suggest that coronavirus leaked from a lab has accused Anthony Fauci and top scientists of covering the leak up. Peter Daszak, right, Thea Fischer, left, and other members of the World Health Organization team investigating origins of COVID-19 arrive at the Wuhan Institute of Virology in February Email exchange between …

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Half of UK adults have gotten one dose of COVID-19 vaccine
3 years, 9 months ago

Half of UK adults have gotten one dose of COVID-19 vaccine

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The U.K. says half of …

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Coronavirus: Brace for a ‘tough’ Christmas if cases continue to rise, Sage scientist warns
4 years, 2 months ago

Coronavirus: Brace for a ‘tough’ Christmas if cases continue to rise, Sage scientist warns

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Professor Jeremy Farrar, a member of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies, said the …

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Drivers sue Uber for transparency on app algorithms
4 years, 5 months ago

Drivers sue Uber for transparency on app algorithms

NL Times  

Two British taxi drivers are suing Uber for more clarity on the algorithms the Uber app uses. "They want to prove that Uber actually acts as an employer," Anton Ekker, the lawyer representing the two drivers, said to NOS. A British court previously ruled that Uber is an employer, not merely a mediator, in a case filed by four British …

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Leicester faces extra two-week lockdown with pubs and hairdressers staying SHUT
4 years, 6 months ago

Leicester faces extra two-week lockdown with pubs and hairdressers staying SHUT

Daily Mail  

Health Secretary Matt Hancock is set to make a statement tonight confirming whether Leicester will have to stay locked down for two more weeks amid the city's fresh outbreaks of coronavirus. The city's mayor has said that pubs and restaurants may have to stay closed for two more weeks due to a surge in cases People stand in a queue …

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Tony Hawk exchanged skateboards with young fan thanks to a FedEx driver’s TikTok
4 years, 7 months ago

Tony Hawk exchanged skateboards with young fan thanks to a FedEx driver’s TikTok

CNN  

CNN — A FedEx carrier in Georgia turned to TikTok to help a 6-year-old fan send a gift to skateboarding pro Tony Hawk. The six-year-old boy flagged FedEx driver Mikail Farrar to help him send the skateboard to Tony Hawk. I don’t know what they do, but not Tony Hawk, he’s a special guy.” Mikail Farrar Courtesy Mikail Farrar On …

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Coronavirus: NT families flag concerns as Darwin plans to house evacuees from Wuhan
4 years, 11 months ago

Coronavirus: NT families flag concerns as Darwin plans to house evacuees from Wuhan

ABC  

As evacuees from the epicentre of a coronavirus outbreak are expected to arrive in Darwin today, parents of a school next door to the planned quarantine centre have flagged concerns about the lack of community consultation. Key points: Australia's chief medical officer said quarantining evacuees at the Howard Springs site would not put Territorians in danger Good Shepherd Lutheran College …

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The world’s largest pot farms, and how Santa Barbara opened the door
5 years, 6 months ago

The world’s largest pot farms, and how Santa Barbara opened the door

LA Times  

In a sandy draw of the Santa Rita Hills, a cannabis company is planning to erect hoop greenhouses over 147 acres — the size of 130 football fields — to create the largest legal marijuana grow on Earth. Santa Barbara County’s famed wine region — with its giant live oaks and destination tasting rooms — and the quiet beach town …

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Texas anti-masturbation bill moves closer to becoming law
5 years, 8 months ago

Texas anti-masturbation bill moves closer to becoming law

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A bill that would see Texas men fined $100 for …

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Uber strike: Drivers around the world turn off app ahead of IPO
5 years, 8 months ago

Uber strike: Drivers around the world turn off app ahead of IPO

CNN  

London CNN Business — Uber drivers around the world are logging out of the company’s app to protest its compensation policies ahead of a blockbuster public offering. Drew Angerer/Getty Images “Drivers are at the heart of our service — we can’t succeed without them,” Uber said in a statement. “Whether it’s more consistent earnings, stronger insurance protections or fully-funded four-year …

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Amazon’s entry into the satellite internet market sets up another faceoff between Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk
5 years, 8 months ago

Amazon’s entry into the satellite internet market sets up another faceoff between Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk

LA Times  

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches two demonstration satellites in February 2018 from Vandenberg Air Force Base for the company’s planned constellation. “Jeff Bezos has been willing to invest money in Blue Origin, at least, without any need for near-term return on that investment.” Amazon’s initiative, known as Project Kuiper, centers on a constellation of as many as 3,236 satellites …

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