Science and Technology

A drug used to treat head lice could cut the risk of death for hospitalised Covid patients by up to 80 per cent, a study suggests. Ivermectin, a prescription-only drug that can cost as little as £1.50 for a course of treatment, was also found to potentially halve the time critically-ill patients needed care for. Dr Andrew Hill, a virologist from Liverpool University behind the analysis, claimed the drug could be 'transformational' in the battle against the virus. But other scientists were sceptical of the finding, saying more data would be needed before it could be used as a potential…
A bizarre-sounding plan to save Earth funded by tech guru Bill Gates is "quietly" moving forward. The plan — to dim the sun's rays and their impact on the earth — is reportedly all in the name of helping to revitalize the environment and thus save the human race. What are the details? The billionaire philanthropist is set on saving the Earth no matter the cost. "While you may have been paying attention to [Gates'] efforts on vaccination and lockdowns, you may not have noticed that one of Gates' most controversial causes just got a go-ahead: A project that would…
Wednesday, 30 December 2020 04:48

A touchless 2020

The last time I exited an all-encompassing public health crisis, day to day life changed subtly but permanently. It was 2003 and, living in Hong Kong, we had just faced a SARS epidemic that left a little under 300 people in the city dead. This crisis had a profound effect on not just the psyche of the city’s inhabitants, but the physical city itself. A housing complex had its drainage system overhauled when its design was blamed for a mass outbreak. Temperature checks through thermal imaging at the airport became standard. And the little things: plastic sheeting over elevator buttons,…
WhatsApp users who use the app on an 4 or older and outdated Android handsets will be unable to use the app properly as of January 1, 2021. The Facebook-owned messaging platform is stopping support for iOS 9, the operating software released by Apple in 2015. Non-Apple users with an older device will also be affected if their device still runs Android 4.0.3. Which phones are affected? The update is focused around the operating systems iOS9 for iPhones and Android 4.0.3. They were released in 201 and 2011, respectively. Only phones which have this as their current operating system are…
Using simple, everyday medicines available in your medicine cabinet or in your kitchen could counter the effects of coronavirus, a report said Thursday. For instance, dozens of recent studies have shown taking Vitamin D is an easy way to fight Covid-19 and your doctor can request a blood test to check your overall vitamin levels, Peter Osborne with Origins Nutrition Center in Sugar Land, Texas, told FOX 26 of Houston. "I think that's probably one of the smartest things that a person could do right now, with an unpredictable role of a relatively unknown illness," Osborne told the TV station.…
The evening sky over the Northern Hemisphere treated stargazers to a once-in-a-lifetime illusion on Monday as the solar system’s two biggest planets appeared to meet in a celestial alignment that astronomers call the “Great Conjunction.” The rare spectacle resulted from a near convergence of the orbits of Jupiter and Saturn that happened to coincide with Monday’s winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. For those able to observe the alignment in clear skies, the two frozen-gas spheres appeared closer and more vibrant - almost as a single point of light - than at any time in 800 years. Jupiter…
WhatsApp leads the messaging world—with more than two billion users now sending 100 billion messages each day. The Facebook-owned platform popularized the idea that secure messaging could be simple and universal. But, as good as that security might be, it’s not enough—and we have seen news this week that should serve as a serious warning that there’s more you must do to keep your WhatsApp account secure. Anyone reading this article likely knows that you need to use end-to-end encrypted messaging by default. If you don’t, then your content—all those messages, photos, videos, shared financial and medical data—is vulnerable to…
California-based Aptera recently opened pre-orders for its solar electric vehicle that 'never needs charging' and within less than 24 hours, according to the firm, the $26,000 car sold out. The futuristic-styled structure is designed with lightweight materials, providing low-dray aerodynamics and cooling. Aptera's Never Charge technology is comprised of an integrate solar package that provides more than 40 miles of ‘free’ driving per day ‘making it the first vehicle that won’t need to fuel up for most daily driving.’ The vehicle is also equipped with a battery pack that provides 1,000 miles of range, which greatly surpasses the Tesla Model…
Wednesday, 09 December 2020 05:36

I just got a Covid-19 vaccine. Now what?

Britain on Tuesday became the first country in the world to roll out the Covid-19 vaccine developed by Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE , initially making the shot available at 50 hospitals. The country’s National Health Service is giving priority to vaccinating people over the age of 80, frontline healthcare workers and nursing home staff and residents. The following is what people getting the vaccine should expect. What happens when someone gets the vaccine? The vaccine, developed with new messenger RNA technology using a manufactured fragment of the coronavirus’ genetic code, is injected into the arm. The inoculation is given…
The fall season’s new smartphones are here, and with them a slight to moderate twinge of gadget envy for some of us. I, myself, am rocking a perfectly usable Google Pixel 3 that still has five payments left. Logic dictates I should keep using it until it’s paid off, enjoy a cheaper monthly bill for a while, and then upgrade when I really, truly need a new phone. Aw, to hell with logic—the new phones are here! If you’re getting ready to sell your phone or give it away to a lucky someone, here are some steps to follow before…
November 22, 2024

All good leaders have this mindset, no matter their background

David G. Ewing In today’s tech-driven business world, the ability to navigate technological challenges isn’t…
November 22, 2024

Tinubu’s borrowing spree retuning Nigeria back into debt peonage - Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for the increasing…
November 18, 2024

The magic and the minefield of confidence: Self doubt, hubris and everything in between - The Economist

Confidence is contagious. Someone declaring a position with ringing certainty is more likely to inspire…
November 16, 2024

Influencer eats pig feed in extreme attempt to save money

Popular Douyin streamer Kong Yufeng recently sparked controversy in China by eating pig feed on…
November 22, 2024

FG excited as pro-Biafra agitator Simon Ekpa arrested in Finland on terrorism charges

Simon Ekpa, the controversial leader of the pro-Biafra faction Autopilot, was arrested by Finnish authorities…
November 22, 2024

Here’s the latest as Israel-Hamas war enters Day 413

ICC issues arrest warrants for Israel's Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas leader The International Criminal Court…
November 21, 2024

Nigeria comes top in instant payment system inclusivity index in Africa

Nigeria’s instant payment system is projected to advance to the maturity inclusion spectrum ahead of…
October 27, 2024

Nigeria awarded 3-0 win over Libya after airport fiasco

Nigeria have been awarded a 3-0 victory over Libya, and three vital points, from their…

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