COVID, bird flu, mpox – a virologist on why we’re seeing so many viruses emerge: Kateryna Kon/Shutterstock From the widespread outbreak of mpox (formerly called monkeypox) in 2022, to the evolving bird flu situation, to recent cases of Marburg virus in Equatorial Guinea, COVID isn’t dominating the headlines as much as it used to. Instead, …
Prince Harry says his military kills were like chess pieces – the problem of seeing war as a game: Amid the many salacious revelations in Prince Harry’s memoir, Spare, one of the most concerning was not about his family. Harry revealed that he killed 25 members of the Taliban while serving in Afghanistan, and that …
How Hockney’s iPad paintings illuminate his enriching way of seeing the everyday: My Window describes flowers and the sunrise in Bridlington, East Yorkshire. I started on the iPhone in 2009 … it was backlit and I could draw in the dark. I didn’t ever have to get out of bed. Everything I needed was on …
Bird flu: UK is seeing its largest ever outbreak – which may prove particularly deadly for wild birds: In the UK, more than 150 cases of bird flu have been reported between September and November of this year alone. Mark Agnor/ Shutterstock The outbreak of avian influenza which has hit the UK since the autumn …
Half of British people are seeing friends and leaving home less since the pandemic – new study: Shutterstock Two years on from the first pandemic lockdown in the UK, a new study by King’s College London and Ipsos MORI shows just how damaging COVID and the measures to control it have been. In a representative …
Why are we seeing more northern lights this year?: New research confirms how particles from space can be sent careening down into Earth’s atmosphere to create the aurora, filling in a missing piece in how this stunning natural phenomenon is generated. Terry Zaperach/NASA, CC BY-SA Solar cycle 25 is kicking off in style. Our sun …
The Beatles: Get Back and the magic of seeing chords become anthems: Linda McCartney/Apple Corps Filmed in January 1969, the documentary “Let It Be” follows The Beatles rehearsing and recording songs for their 12th studio album of the same name. It also includes footage of the legendary rooftop concert by the group, which would be …
Afghanistan: the west needs to stop seeing women as in need of ‘saving’: The west has long had a fascination with “saving” Afghan women – a theme we have seen in many media reports since August when Kabul fell to Taliban forces. It was a narrative which was also front and centre in 2001 when …
Why holidaymakers are seeing giant jellyfish off the UK coast – and what to do if you are stung: Scott Lupro/Shutterstock The UK has seen some exciting marine visitors recently, such as walruses, humpback whales and bluefin tuna, but a current group of arrivals has been much more of a cause of concern. Large numbers …
Ghana’s farmers aren’t all seeing the fruits of a Green Revolution: Ghana's Green Revolution has not been as successful as portrayed. Wikimedia Commons/Flickr, CC BY-SA Global businesses, donors and governments have each pursued a Green Revolution agenda in Africa, Asia and South America since the 1960s. Its aim was, in theory, to produce more food, …
South Africa in the news: Six artists reshaping our way of seeing: For this cadre of international talent, the past year has been a moment of incredible productivity – and freedom …: “South Africa” – BingNews VP Kamala Harris to warn the UN that the world must start preparing for the next pandemic: VICE President …
South Africa in the news: Ind vs Aus: Smith getting angry, seeing same signs as ‘Sandpaper Gate’, says Shane Lee: Former Australia pacer Shane Lee has said that Steve Smith is looking really angry lately and same signs like “Sandpaper Gate” could emerge if Cricket Australia does not take prompt action. Smith was …: “South …
South Africa in the news: Readers write: Seeing the good, a fig tree saga, and more: Letters to the editor for the Oct. 5, 2020 weekly magazine. Readers discuss the difficulties of fig cultivation, searching for positivity, and more.: “South Africa” – BingNews A Struggling Ohio Town Celebrated Trump’s Win in 2016. What About Now?: …
South Africa in the news: Enjoy seeing Shikhar Dhawan bat, he is a thorough professional: David Miller: Miller, who will feature for Rajasthan Royals in the upcoming Indian Premier League in the UAE starting September 19, revealed he also picked former national team-mate AB de Villiers’s brain to …: “South Africa” – BingNews Diplomats Warn …
Pasha 19: How seeing women in power can inspire Ethiopia’s girls: shutterstock Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has been making sweeping changes. One area in which he’s made considerable progress is in women’s representation in government. He appointed Sahle-Work Zewde as the country’s first woman President and also named a cabinet with 50% female representation. …
Climate change: seeing the planet break down is depressing – here’s how to turn your pain into action: Environmentalism can feel like a drag. People trying to reduce their environmental impact often feel stressed and inadequate, and those who aren’t can feel judged and resentful. There are thousands of articles explaining why we need to …
The Favourite: at last we’re seeing lesbianism take centre stage in popular culture: 20th Century Fox Three of the most visible popular cultural texts of the past few months, the multiple-Oscar-tipped period film The Favourite, Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s BBC crime drama Killing Eve and Sally Rooney’s bestselling debut novel Conversations with Friends, are evidence of a …
Lifeguards seeing more ‘weird men’ and sex in public on Dollymount Strand: Chair of Dublin City Council's policing committee, Daithi de RA3iste, plans to raise the issue at the next meeting. Mr de RA3iste said: “Operation Irene is in place right across Dublin to target anti-social behaviour in our parks and on our beaches. : …