Archive for November, 2009
BBC says ’sorry’ for ‘faked’ scenes in daytime TV shows after production staff posed as members of public
Programmes such as Sun, Sea And Bargain Spotting and Trash For Cash were among those which the broadcaster’s governing body found had misled viewers. Continue Reading
Britain pledges 500 extra troops for Afghanistan as Obama prepares 30,000-strong surge
The 500 troops are being designated to head to Afghanistan ahead of U.S. President Barack Obama’s troops ’surge’, which he is set to announce tomorrow night. Continue Reading
Two-pronged protein attack could be source of SARS virulence
Researchers have uncovered what they believe could be the major factor contributing to the SARS virus’ virulence: the pathogen’s use of a single viral protein to weaken host cell defenses by launching a “two-pronged” attack on cellular protein-synthesis machinery. Continue Reading
Inheritance tax blow for families as Darling may freeze allowance to cut deficit
Alistair Darling is said to be considering ditching the policy of lifting people out of the inheritance tax net. Continue Reading
‘Panic over’ as Abu Dhabi steps in to stem debt crisis after Dubai market posts record fall
The Central Bank of United Arab Emirates based in Abu Dhabi said it will support banks in the region to prevent a Lehman Brothers-style financial collapse in Dubai. Continue Reading
Plasma produces KO cocktail for MRSA
Two prototype devices have been developed: one for efficient disinfection of healthy skin (e.g. hands and feet) in hospitals and public spaces where bacteria can pose a lethal threat; and another to shoot bacteria-killing agents into infested chronic wounds and enable a quicker healing process. Continue Reading
Microsoft launches Windows 7 Home Premium Family Pack in Australia
Microsoft, which has faced criticism for the pricing of its Windows 7 operating system, has announced that it will be conducting a pilot program in Australia for a Windows 7 Home Premium Family Pack. The Family Pack will include licences for up to three computers and cost $249. Continue Reading
How joining a group of female writers pepped up my sex life!
When a lonely LUCY CAVENDISH joined a group of female authors, she never expected it would change her whole life. Continue Reading
Huge pay rises for shamed hospital bosses… including one who had an affair with patient safety executive
Hospital bosses received huge pay rises as up to 5,000 patients in their care died needlessly. The heads of some of the worst NHS trusts shamed in a damning report saw their salaries rise by up to 32 per cent. Continue Reading
Tiger Woods talks of mystery crash for the first time and says: ‘The only person responsible for the accident was me’
Tiger Woods broke his silence last night over the car crash that led to reports his wife had attacked him after a row over another woman. Continue Reading
New malware scam targets Twilight fans with ‘free New Moon’ download
PC Tools’ Malware Research Center is warning web users of another online scam that hopes to piggyback on hype surrounding the new Twilight New Moon film. Continue Reading
New therapy may be effective against bacterial infections and sepsis
A new study found that certain immune cells primarily associated with asthma and allergies may enhance innate immunity and improve clearance of bacterial infections and may be an effective new therapy against bacterial infections and sepsis in humans. Continue Reading
Iraq Inquiry bombshell: Secret letter to reveal new Blair war lies
Attorney General Lord Goldsmith told the Prime Minister that war on Iraq was illegal eight months before invasion. Continue Reading
Madeleine McCann investigator didn’t listen to ANY tip-offs given to hotline – and squandered £500,000
A private eye whose company was paid £500,000 from a public fund to find Madeleine McCann squandered the money on a series of bizarre schemes. Continue Reading
New malware scam targets Twilight fans, ‘free New Moon’ download
PC Tools’ Malware Research Center is warning web users of another online scam that hopes to piggyback on hype surrounding the new Twilight New Moon film. Continue Reading
Losing my soldier daughter Sarah is more than I can bear – that is why she left her horse and dog to look after me
The remarkable animals that taught a father about trust and love when his vibrant, beautiful daughter became the first female soldier to die in Afghanistan. Continue Reading
Breast cancer victim who thought she was going to die went on a £50,000 spending spree… then got the all-clear
Thinking she was going to die, Suzie Grogan spent nearly £50,000 on her family – including renewing her vows, holidays and expensive cars. Then doctors gave her the all-clear. Continue Reading
Biological basis of ‘bacterial immune system’ discovered
Scientists have discovered how the bacterial immune system works, and the finding could lead to new classes of targeted antibiotics, new tools to study gene function in microorganisms and more stable bacterial cultures used by food and biotechnology industries to make products such as yogurt and cheese. Continue Reading
Christmas post faces new strike as secret letter reveals union’s latest threat
Millions of families face postal chaos this Christmas after unions threatened fresh strikes. A letter sent to members of the Communication Workers Union this week, and seen by the Daily Mail, warns of fresh walkouts. Continue Reading
Mandy faces probe over his ‘favours’ to oligarch
A German MEP has demanded an investigation into the Business Secretary’s ‘improper behaviour’ over a trade tariff decision that benefited Oleg Deripaska. Continue Reading
Knockouts in human cells point to pathogenic targets
Researchers have developed a new approach for genetics in human cells and used this technique to identify specific genes and proteins required for pathogens. With the ability to generate knockout cells for most human genes, the authors were able to find genes used by pathogens to enter and kill human cells. The identification of such factors could aid the future development of new therapeutics to combat infectious disease. Continue Reading
Now British banks face fresh crisis after investing billions in debt-riddled Dubai
The crisis in the Emirates has reawakened the spectre of a ‘double dip’ – that the first shoots of recovery could be wiped out by a second wave of recession. Continue Reading
Married teacher, 37, jailed over sexual affair with 16-year-old pupil he seduced during one-to-one PE lessons
Father-of-two Marc Grim, 37, became ‘infatuated’ with the 16-year-old after teaching her during basketball classes at school. Continue Reading
First-ever blueprint of ‘minimal cell’ is more complex than expected
What are the bare essentials of life, the indispensable ingredients required to produce a cell that can survive on its own? Can we describe the molecular anatomy of a cell, and understand how an entire organism functions as a system? Researchers are providing the first comprehensive picture of a minimal cell, based on an extensive quantitative study of the biology of the bacterium that causes atypical pneumonia. The study uncovers fascinating novelties relevant to bacterial biology and shows that even the simplest of cells is more complex than expected. Continue Reading
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