Thứ Hai, 31 tháng 8, 2020

NPR News: Bats Use Baby Talk To Teach Their Pups, Researchers Say

Bats Use Baby Talk To Teach Their Pups, Researchers Say
Researchers say mother bats use baby talk to communicate with their pups. Experts say that it helps bats learn the language.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 September 1, 2020 at 03:02AM
Category Health & Science

In an Era of Face Masks, We’re All a Little More Face Blind


Your brain’s powers of facial recognition are going to need some time to get used to the coverings we’re wearing to keep each other healthy.
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Face, Masks, Prosopagnosia (Brain Disorder), Psychology and Psychologists, Eyes and Eyesight, Senses and Sensation, Emotions, Research, your-feed-science
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A Virtual Tour of Malawi, the ‘Warm Heart of Africa’


Malawi leaves a lasting impression not because of its location or aesthetics, but because of its people, writes the photographer Marcus Westberg.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Travel and Vacations, Photography
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Chủ Nhật, 30 tháng 8, 2020

U.S. Will Revive Global Virus-Hunting Effort Ended Last Year


A federal agency is resurrecting a version of Predict, a scientific network that for a decade watched for new pathogens dangerous to humans. Joe Biden has also vowed to fund the effort.
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Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), United States Politics and Government, Disease Rates, Epidemics, Presidential Election of 2020, Livestock Diseases, Avian Influenza, Ebola Virus
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NPR News: OPINION: Public Health Leaders Deserve More Respect

OPINION: Public Health Leaders Deserve More Respect
This pandemic is like war, and federal, state and local health officers are leading the U.S. response. Yet unlike war heroes, who are lionized, they are facing unprecedented attacks and death threats.

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Dermatology Has a Problem With Skin Color


Common conditions often manifest differently on dark skin. Yet physicians are trained mostly to diagnose them on white skin.
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Thứ Bảy, 29 tháng 8, 2020

What to Know About Colon Cancer


The cancer that killed Chadwick Boseman is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, and rates are rising among younger people.
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NPR News: Records From Once Secret Archive Offer New Clues Into Vatican Response To Holocaust

Records From Once Secret Archive Offer New Clues Into Vatican Response To Holocaust
The Vatican has long maintained that Pope Pius XII did everything he could to save Jewish lives, but newly unearthed papers have renewed accusations of complicit silence against him.

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NPR News: Opinion: 'The Greatest Athletes Know: Children Are Watching'

Opinion: 'The Greatest Athletes Know: Children Are Watching'
As sports teams make visible their support for Black Lives Matter, NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the tradition of athletes speaking out on behalf of civil rights and social justice.

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NPR News: Newly Unveiled Archives Reveal Pope Pius XII's Response To The Holocaust

Newly Unveiled Archives Reveal Pope Pius XII's Response To The Holocaust
New revelations emerge from the long-secret Vatican archive about what Pope Pius XII knew — and did — about the Nazis mass murder of Jews.

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NPR News: Satellite Images Show China's Expansion Of Muslim Detention camps

Satellite Images Show China's Expansion Of Muslim Detention camps
BuzzFeed News has used satellite images to document China's detention of religious minorities. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to reporter Megha Rajagopalan about the massive expansion of prison camps.

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Religion
Làm đẹp Blog 247

Trump Program to Cover Uninsured Covid-19 Patients Falls Short of Promise


Some patients are still receiving staggering bills. Others don’t qualify because conditions other than Covid-19 were their primary diagnosis.
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Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Health Insurance and Managed Care, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (2020), Hospitals, United States Politics and Government, Medicaid, Federal Aid (US), your-feed-healthcare
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Your Coronavirus Test Is Positive. Maybe It Shouldn’t Be.


The usual diagnostic tests may simply be too sensitive and too slow to contain the spread of the virus.
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Tests (Medical), Contact Tracing (Public Health), Quarantines, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Medicine and Health, Laboratories and Scientific Equipment, your-feed-healthcare
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NPR News: Scientists Explore Why Some People Are Able To Live With An Infection Unscathed

Scientists Explore Why Some People Are Able To Live With An Infection Unscathed
What if your body could corral an infection instead of eliminating it? Immunologists who see this sort of "disease tolerance" in plants wonder what role it might play in asymptomatic human infections.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 29, 2020 at 05:00PM
Category Health & Science

Enjoy That Last Gasp of Summer


Tired of your routine? With the unofficial final weekend of the season on its way, here are seven ways to step up your leisure game.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Quarantine (Life and Culture), Movies, Content Type: Service, Bicycles and Bicycling, Pizza, Agriculture and Farming, Summer (Season), Travel and Vacations
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Thứ Sáu, 28 tháng 8, 2020

Two P.R. Experts at F.D.A. Have Been Ousted After Blood Plasma Fiasco


The agency’s chief spokeswoman, Emily Miller, was removed from her position just 11 days into the job.
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Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Drugs (Pharmaceuticals), Appointments and Executive Changes, Vaccination and Immunization
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NPR News: Conventions Bring Sharper Faith Appeals From Both Parties

Conventions Bring Sharper Faith Appeals From Both Parties
Some speakers at the Republican National Convention were as quick to question the faith beliefs of the Biden-Harris ticket as they were to defend those of their own candidates.

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Religion
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NPR News: Millions Of Pounds Of Extra Pollution Were Released Before Laura Made Landfall

Millions Of Pounds Of Extra Pollution Were Released Before Laura Made Landfall
Hurricane Laura hit an area known for its refineries and chemical plants. They released millions of pounds of air pollution when they shut down, and many air monitors are not functioning.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 28, 2020 at 10:39PM
Category Health & Science

How Summer Festivals Persevered in the Pandemic


Organizers of cultural events in the United States and around the world showed ingenuity to keep cultural celebrations going while taking precautions against the coronavirus. Take a visual tour.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Summer (Season), Quarantines, Protective Clothing and Gear, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Deaths (Fatalities)
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When Retirement Comes Too Early


Workplaces have grown steadily less friendly to older employees, and the pandemic has pushed more of these workers from the labor market.
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your-feed-science, Labor and Jobs, Part-Time Employment, United States Economy, Layoffs and Job Reductions, Age, Chronological, Unemployment, Wages and Salaries, Recession and Depression, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), your-feed-health
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The Psychiatrist Will See You Online Now


Experts have long predicted that psychotherapy was poised to go virtual. The pandemic may prove them right.
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NPR News: How Many Coronavirus Cases Are Happening In Schools? This Tracker Keeps Count

How Many Coronavirus Cases Are Happening In Schools? This Tracker Keeps Count
Alisha Morris, a Kansas theater teacher, created a database of COVID-19 cases in schools. Now maintained by the National Education Association, it shares data that some schools prefer to keep quiet.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 28, 2020 at 04:06PM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Everything Is Unprecedented. Welcome To Your Hotter Earth

Everything Is Unprecedented. Welcome To Your Hotter Earth
Hurricanes, wildfires, heat waves and disease outbreaks are all a preview of our hotter future. Dramatically cutting greenhouse gas emissions would help.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 28, 2020 at 04:06PM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: What A Nasal Spray Vaccine Against COVID-19 Might Do Even Better Than A Shot

What A Nasal Spray Vaccine Against COVID-19 Might Do Even Better Than A Shot
A vaccine against the coronavirus needs to keep people from getting very sick and dying. But preventing the spread of the disease is also important, and vaccines delivered by nasal spray may do that.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 28, 2020 at 04:00PM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Poor Neighborhoods Feel Brunt Of Rising Heat. Cities Are Mapping Them To Bring Relief

Poor Neighborhoods Feel Brunt Of Rising Heat. Cities Are Mapping Them To Bring Relief
In 13 U.S. cities this summer, volunteers are capturing detailed measurements that will include the heat index people experience. Cities will use the new heat maps to help cool the hottest spots.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 28, 2020 at 04:00PM
Category Health & Science

Remember the ‘Travel Bubble’? Here’s How It Burst


To keep tourism afloat during the pandemic, some countries formed travel alliances with their neighbors. At summer’s end, the experiment has had mixed results.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Travel and Vacations, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Quarantines
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Thứ Năm, 27 tháng 8, 2020

NPR News: Historic Gulf Coast Hurricanes: How Does Laura Compare?

Historic Gulf Coast Hurricanes: How Does Laura Compare?
Hurricane Laura has been described as one of the most powerful storms to hit the Gulf Coast in decades. We take a look at other infamous storms to strike the region.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 28, 2020 at 05:49AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Where Did Earth's Water Come From?

Where Did Earth's Water Come From?
Scientists have long debated whether the Earth's water was here when the planet formed or whether it arrived later. A study suggests much of the water originated in rocks from which Earth is built.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 28, 2020 at 03:03AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Hindus Work Around Coronavirus To Celebrate God Ganesh, Remover Of Obstacles

Hindus Work Around Coronavirus To Celebrate God Ganesh, Remover Of Obstacles
Mumbai officials get creative to allow devotees to celebrate the elephant-headed god safely, even as virus cases surge in other parts of India.

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Religion
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NPR News: Water, Water, Every Where—And Now Scientists Know Where It Came From

Water, Water, Every Where—And Now Scientists Know Where It Came From
Some unusual meteorites suggest that Earth got its water at its start, rather than forming dry and being watered by comets later on.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 28, 2020 at 01:00AM
Category Health & Science

Schools Find Health Risks in Water After Covid-19 Lockdowns


A number of schools found the bacteria that causes Legionnaire’s disease in their water, and experts say more should expect to see it.
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Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Education (K-12), Shutdowns (Institutional), Water Pollution, Water, Quarantines, Legionnaires' Disease, Plumbing, Interscholastic Athletics, your-feed-science, your-feed-education, your-feed-health
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NPR News: Hurricanes Like Laura Are More Likely Because Of Climate Change

Hurricanes Like Laura Are More Likely Because Of Climate Change
Hurricane Laura rapidly intensified before it made landfall. Abnormally hot water in the Gulf of Mexico helped it gain power.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 27, 2020 at 09:25PM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: 'Racial Inequality May Be As Deadly As COVID-19,' Analysis Finds

'Racial Inequality May Be As Deadly As COVID-19,' Analysis Finds
A century's worth of U.S. statistics finds mortality rates and life expectancy were much worse for Black Americans during pre-pandemic years than they have been for whites during the COVID-19 crisis.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 27, 2020 at 10:28PM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Hurricanes Like Laura Are More Likely Because Of Climate Change

Hurricanes Like Laura Are More Likely Because Of Climate Change
Hurricane Laura rapidly intensified before it made landfall. Abnormally hot water in the Gulf of Mexico helped it gain power.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 27, 2020 at 09:25PM
Category Health & Science

Move Over, Sustainable Travel. Regenerative Travel Has Arrived.


Can a post-vaccine return to travel be smarter and greener than it was before March 2020? Some in the tourism industry are betting on it.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Travel and Vacations, Eco-Tourism, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Coronavirus Reopenings
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What if the First Coronavirus Vaccines Aren’t the Best?


Dozens of research groups around the world are playing the long game, convinced that their experimental vaccines will be cheaper and more powerful than the ones leading the race today.
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your-feed-science, Clinical Trials, Vaccination and Immunization, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Research, Proteins, Antibodies
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NPR News: COVID-19 Vaccine May Pit Science Against Politics

COVID-19 Vaccine May Pit Science Against Politics
New vaccines usually take years to get the approval of the Food and Drug Administration. But the Trump administration suggests the FDA may greenlight a coronavirus vaccine by the end of the year.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 27, 2020 at 04:00PM
Category Health & Science

Thứ Tư, 26 tháng 8, 2020

Midnight virus update


Midnight virus update
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NPR News: Researchers Develop A Trap To Control Population Of Invasive Lionfish

Researchers Develop A Trap To Control Population Of Invasive Lionfish
Invasive lionfish, native to the Indian Ocean, have had a big impact on reef ecosystems in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. A new inexpensive trap may help control these voracious predators.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 27, 2020 at 03:07AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Why Many People Are Drawn To Conspiracy Theories

Why Many People Are Drawn To Conspiracy Theories
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Eugenia Cheng, a British mathematician and a concert pianist, about why people are drawn to conspiracy theories and why it is hard for them to change their minds.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 27, 2020 at 03:07AM
Category Health & Science

A Woman May Have Been Cured of H.I.V. Without Medical Treatment


In dozens of other patients who suppress the virus without drugs, it seems to have been cornered in parts of the genome where it cannot reproduce, scientists reported.
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Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Genetics and Heredity, Immune System, Bone Marrow, Transplants, your-feed-science
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One Meeting in Boston Seeded Tens of Thousands of Infections, Study Finds


A February meeting of biotech executives became a coronavirus “superspreading” event with a transmission chain across the globe.
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NPR News: Evangelical Voters Weigh In On What's At Stake In November's Election

Evangelical Voters Weigh In On What's At Stake In November's Election
Some evangelical voters had misgivings about President Trump ahead of the 2016 election. Four years later at the Republican National Convention, many say those doubts are gone.

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Religion
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Why Does the Coronavirus Hit Men Harder? A New Clue


Women produce a more powerful immune response than do men, a new study finds.
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NPR News: Major Real Estate Website Now Shows Flood Risk. Should They All?

Major Real Estate Website Now Shows Flood Risk. Should They All?
Millions of home listings on Realtor.com now include information about climate change-driven flood risk. But other real estate sites are holding off.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 26, 2020 at 04:01PM
Category Health & Science

Hotels Tout Cleaning, But Guests Say, ‘My Room Was Dirty’


Hotel companies have been promoting new cleaning initiatives for months as a way to regain traveler confidence. But guests at some hotels in the United States say they are not living up to the promises.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Travel and Vacations, Customer Loyalty Programs, Hotels and Travel Lodgings, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Workplace Hazards and Violations, Cleaning Services, Hygiene and Cleanliness
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Thứ Ba, 25 tháng 8, 2020

C.D.C. Now Says People Without Covid-19 Symptoms Do Not Need Testing


The revision prompted confusion and alarm from experts, who called the move “potentially dangerous.”
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NPR News: Jerry Falwell Jr. Resigns As Liberty University's President

Jerry Falwell Jr. Resigns As Liberty University's President
Jerry Falwell Jr. confirms to NPR via text message that he is resigning as Liberty University president after a confusing 24 hours over his status at the school.

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Religion
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NPR News: FDA's Hahn Apologizes For Overselling Plasma's Benefits As A COVID-19 Treatment

FDA's Hahn Apologizes For Overselling Plasma's Benefits As A COVID-19 Treatment
The Food and Drug Administration's chief said Sunday the therapy reduces deaths among COVID-19 patients by 35%. On Monday he apologized, acknowledging that statistic greatly exaggerates any benefit.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 26, 2020 at 12:44AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: News Brief: Republican Convention, Wisconsin Protests, Jerry Falwell Jr.

News Brief: Republican Convention, Wisconsin Protests, Jerry Falwell Jr.
Day 1 of the GOP convention rebutted the Democrats' convention. In Kenosha, Wis., peaceful protests end with fires and looting. And, Jerry Falwell Jr.'s role at Liberty University is in doubt.

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Religion
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NPR News: Jerry Falwell Jr.'s Role At Liberty University Is In Question

Jerry Falwell Jr.'s Role At Liberty University Is In Question
Jerry Falwell Jr. denies reports he resigned from Liberty University. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Aram Roston of the Reuters News Agency about the allegations involving Falwell.

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Religion
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NPR News: Political Conventions Show How Religion Is Playing A Role In Campaigns

Political Conventions Show How Religion Is Playing A Role In Campaigns
Republican and Democratic conventions show that both parties are appealing to faith voters. They have mostly different target audiences, though Catholics are getting special attention this year.

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Religion
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Flu Season Could Make Coronavirus Testing Delays Even Worse


The nation’s testing efforts will be further overwhelmed once influenza, R.S.V. and other seasonal viruses arrive.
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Tests (Medical), Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Influenza, Masks, Shortages, Winter (Season), Viruses, Laboratories and Scientific Equipment
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The New Pandemic Flash Point: Your Vacation


What kind of travel, if any, is acceptable? Opinions on what’s OK and what’s not are causing fights between family members and fissures among friends.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Travel and Vacations, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Recreational Vehicles, Budget Travel
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Thứ Hai, 24 tháng 8, 2020

NPR News: German Experiment Tests How The Coronavirus Spreads At A Concert

German Experiment Tests How The Coronavirus Spreads At A Concert
Researchers hope it can provide insight as to how COVID-19 spreads in large stadiums — and how to prevent it.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 25, 2020 at 05:06AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Falwell Resigns From Liberty University Following Sex Scandal Allegations

Falwell Resigns From Liberty University Following Sex Scandal Allegations
Jerry Falwell, Jr., a prominent evangelical supporter of President Trump, has resigned weeks after agreeing to an indefinite leave of absence.

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Religion
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First Documented Coronavirus Reinfection Reported in Hong Kong


The patient did mount an immune response to the new infection, however, and did not experience symptoms.
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NPR News: To Manage Wildfire, California Looks To What Tribes Have Known All Along

To Manage Wildfire, California Looks To What Tribes Have Known All Along
Native American tribes are restoring traditional burning in California, which could help the state reduce the risk of extreme wildfires.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 24, 2020 at 08:00PM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Another COVID-19 Medical Mystery: Patients Come Off Ventilator, But Linger In A Coma

Another COVID-19 Medical Mystery: Patients Come Off Ventilator, But Linger In A Coma
Doctors are researching why some patients remain unconscious for days or weeks, even after sedating drugs are withdrawn. They also worry that these patients aren't being given time to recover.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 24, 2020 at 04:01PM
Category Health & Science

Roaming Through Lanzarote’s Otherworldly Vineyards


The desolate beauty of the winemaking tradition on Lanzarote, the easternmost of the Canary Islands, is evidence of human resilience in the face of adversity.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Grapes, Wines, Islands, Travel and Vacations, Volcanoes, Drought
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Chủ Nhật, 23 tháng 8, 2020

NPR News: Wildfires Hit California's Redwoods And Condors, But There's Still Hope

Wildfires Hit California's Redwoods And Condors, But There's Still Hope
Growing wildfires have overtaken old-growth redwoods and endangered condor nests, but biologists say they could survive.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 24, 2020 at 06:56AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: More People Of Color Needed In COVID-19 Vaccine Trials

More People Of Color Needed In COVID-19 Vaccine Trials
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to Renee Mahaffey Harris, president of The Center for Closing the Health Gap, about why Blacks and Latinos are not well-represented in clinical vaccine trials.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 23, 2020 at 06:49PM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Study Finds Painting Eyes On Cows' Butts Can Save Their Lives

Study Finds Painting Eyes On Cows' Butts Can Save Their Lives
Researchers in Botswana have found that painting large eyes on the rear ends of cows wards off predators. They hope that fewer attacks will reduce livestock losses.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 23, 2020 at 06:49PM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Rain, Surge And Wind: How To Understand Your Hurricane Risk

Rain, Surge And Wind: How To Understand Your Hurricane Risk
Focus more on water, less on wind and beware the cone of uncertainty. Here's a simple guide for understanding hurricane risks.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 23, 2020 at 06:00PM
Category Health & Science

Thứ Bảy, 22 tháng 8, 2020

NPR News: As Pandemic Persists, Health Care Heroes Beginning To Crack Under The Strain

As Pandemic Persists, Health Care Heroes Beginning To Crack Under The Strain
Many doctors are suffering burnout five months into the pandemic. But the toll is compounded for Latino doctors serving heavily affected Latino communities. Some are now beginning to seek help.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 22, 2020 at 06:00PM
Category Health & Science

Thứ Sáu, 21 tháng 8, 2020

NPR News: Fallen Boulder Reveals 313 Million-Year-Old Fossil Footprints At Grand Canyon

Fallen Boulder Reveals 313 Million-Year-Old Fossil Footprints At Grand Canyon
The side-by-side tracks of two ancient animals have been called "by far the oldest vertebrate tracks in Grand Canyon."

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 22, 2020 at 09:44AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Why Coronavirus Superspreading Events Happen

Why Coronavirus Superspreading Events Happen
The coronavirus appears to transmit unevenly: A few people can infect many, while others don't pass the virus on at all. Researchers are working to understand the factors that drive superspreading.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 22, 2020 at 02:47AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: How QAnon Conspiracy Is Spreading In Christian Communities Across The U.S.

How QAnon Conspiracy Is Spreading In Christian Communities Across The U.S.
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with journalist Katelyn Beaty about the spread of the QAnon conspiracy theory in Christian communities in the United States.

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Religion
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For Quick Coronavirus Testing, Israel Turns to a Clever Algorithm


Inspired by a mother’s question, the new method will be introduced across Israel this fall, just in time for flu season, and could be coming soon to the U.S.
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NPR News: Heidi Larson: Why Is Trust In Vaccines As Important As The Vaccines Themselves?

Heidi Larson: Why Is Trust In Vaccines As Important As The Vaccines Themselves?
In 2003, polio reemerged in twenty countries that had long been declared polio-free. Anthropologist Heidi Larson says to stop the spread of disease, we need to first build trust in vaccines.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 21, 2020 at 08:32PM
Category Health & Science

Quarantine and Travel: Strict Penalties, Rare Enforcement


As quarantine requirements for travelers have become increasingly common throughout the United States, the prevailing theme is the difficulty of effective enforcement.
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Thứ Năm, 20 tháng 8, 2020

The Corona Virus


The Corona Virus
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NPR News: The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic, Than Previously Thought, Study Finds

The Atlantic Is Awash With Far More Plastic, Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
A new study suggests there is far more plastic in the Atlantic Ocean than scientists previously thought, especially very small pieces of plastic that can end up inside fish and other animals.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 21, 2020 at 04:27AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: Why Do Zebras Have Stripes?

Why Do Zebras Have Stripes?
The stripes on zebras have been found to repel flies. But now researchers have found a black-and-white checkered pattern will, too — making them question the optical effect behind the phenomenon.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 21, 2020 at 03:04AM
Category Health & Science

Drug Pitched to Trump for Covid-19 Comes From a Deadly Plant


The chief executive of My Pillow, a Trump donor, claims oleandrin is a miracle cure for Covid-19. But no studies have shown that it is safe or effective, and the shrub it’s derived from is poisonous.
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U.S. Mail Delays Slow Delivery of Medicines


In addition to concerns over mail-in voting, the cost-cutting at the Postal Service affects the millions of people who get their prescriptions by mail.
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New Measures Aim to Boost Vaccine Rates for Flu and Children’s Shots


Pharmacists may now vaccinate young children under a new federal emergency rule aimed at helping families who missed well-child visits during the pandemic.
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NPR News: Trump Wanted FDA To Fast Track Blood Plasma Therapy. What Is It?

Trump Wanted FDA To Fast Track Blood Plasma Therapy. What Is It?
The President criticized the FDA this week for not giving emergency use approval to an experimental treatment for COVID-19. Scientists argue that the therapy still lacks sufficient evidence.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 20, 2020 at 11:34PM
Category Health & Science

An ‘Unprecedented’ Effort to Stop the Coronavirus in Nursing Homes


Researchers are testing an experimental drug to halt sudden outbreaks. The trial may bring a new type of treatment for the virus.
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Pediatrics Group Offers ‘Long Overdue’ Apology for Racist Past


The American Academy of Pediatrics recently joined other prominent medical organizations in confronting its history of discrimination.
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5 Things We Know About Flying Right Now


As passengers cautiously return to air travel, there are a few issues worth considering — from middle-seat policies to questions about virus transmission on airlines.
Sourcer: New York Times
Keyword: Airlines and Airplanes, Coronavirus Risks and Safety Concerns, Travel and Vacations
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Thứ Tư, 19 tháng 8, 2020

NPR News: Opinion: Israel And UAE's Accord Is A Big Win, But Don't Overplay It

Opinion: Israel And UAE's Accord Is A Big Win, But Don't Overplay It
If the deal holds, the United Arab Emirates will be the first Gulf state to normalize relations with Israel, but there are many potential bumps in the road, writes Aaron David Miller.

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This Trawler’s Haul: Evidence That Antibodies Block the Coronavirus


Three crew members aboard were spared when the virus spread through the boat. They were the only ones who had antibodies at the beginning of the trip.
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NPR News: 'Veritas' Asks How A Respected Scholar Could Be Duped By A Bumbling Fraudster

'Veritas' Asks How A Respected Scholar Could Be Duped By A Bumbling Fraudster
Author Ariel Sabar explores the lives of Harvard's Karen King and of Walter Fritz, the porn producer who convinced her the papyrus fragment he gave her — "The Gospel of Jesus's Wife" — was genuine.

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Religion
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NPR News: How Weather Detectives Scrutinize Would-Be World Records

How Weather Detectives Scrutinize Would-Be World Records
When a weather station in Death Valley recorded a high of 130 degrees Sunday, it triggered an inquiry to verify the reading. Here's a look into the exacting process of vetting extreme weather claims.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 20, 2020 at 12:12AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: A Tale Of Two Ecosystems: On Bandcamp, Spotify And The Wide-Open Future

A Tale Of Two Ecosystems: On Bandcamp, Spotify And The Wide-Open Future
There's Bandcamp, beloved by artists. There's Spotify, very well-liked by listeners. And then there's that big question mark. The artist Damon Krukowski takes a look.

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Why Pooled Testing for the Coronavirus Isn’t Working in America


Combining samples for coronavirus testing, an approach once hailed by U.S. health officials, only works when the vast majority of tests are negative.
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With Virtual Reality, Caregivers Can Become Patients


Carrie Shaw’s struggle with her mother’s dementia led her to create a company that allows users to experience the struggles of growing older.
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Is Resilience Overrated?


I want people to be proud of themselves for being resilient. I just don’t want it to be the only option.
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Why Work From Home When You Can Work From Barbados, Bermuda or … Estonia?


Several countries with fragile tourist economies have started to offer visas that allow foreign nationals to live and work for a period of at least six months.
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Keyword: Travel and Vacations, Foreign Workers, Labor and Jobs, Telecommuting, Coronavirus (2019-nCoV), Quarantines, Freelancing, Self-Employment and Independent Contracting
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Thứ Ba, 18 tháng 8, 2020

Why Pooled Testing for the Coronavirus Isn’t Working in America


Combining samples for coronavirus testing, an approach once hailed by U.S. health officials, only works when the vast majority of tests are negative.
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NPR News: The Evolutionary History Of Penguins Is Far From Black And White

The Evolutionary History Of Penguins Is Far From Black And White
New research suggests that penguins' ancestors originated not in frozen Antarctica but, instead, off the coasts of Australia and New Zealand, adapting to new climes over 22 million years.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 19, 2020 at 04:34AM
Category Health & Science

NPR News: It's No Pushover: How Researchers Assess World Records

It's No Pushover: How Researchers Assess World Records
The temperature in Death Valley, Calif., reached 130 degrees over the weekend. It could be a world record for the highest temperature, but first scientists must verify it.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 19, 2020 at 03:15AM
Category Health & Science

Why Pooled Testing for the Coronavirus Isn’t Working in America


Combining samples for coronavirus testing, an approach once hailed by U.S. health officials, only works when the vast majority of tests are negative.
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Federal Study of Covid Treatments Enters a New Phase


A clinical trial showed that remdesivir helped hospitalized patients. Now researchers are asking whether when the drug is paired with another antiviral drug, patients will recover faster.
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NPR News: How Bars Are Fueling COVID-19 Outbreaks

How Bars Are Fueling COVID-19 Outbreaks
To owners of bars and nightclubs, pandemic restrictions on the industry can feel punitive. But there are important differences, virus hunters say, between a bar and a restaurant that serves alcohol.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 18, 2020 at 04:00PM
Category Health & Science

In the Virtual (and Actual) Footsteps of Raphael


In Italy and beyond, the plan was to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Renaissance artist’s death with great fanfare. Then came the pandemic, and the virtual world stepped in.
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A Novel Way to Combat Covid in Nursing Homes: Strike Teams


Borrowing from a model used for natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires, states are sending in teams of responders to help facilities deal with outbreaks.
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Thứ Hai, 17 tháng 8, 2020

NPR News: CDC Study Finds Hispanics Hit Disproportionately Hard By Workplace Outbreaks

CDC Study Finds Hispanics Hit Disproportionately Hard By Workplace Outbreaks
A study out Monday found that Hispanic and nonwhite workers made up 73% of cases associated with workplace outbreaks in certain industries, despite representing 24% of the workforce in those sectors.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 18, 2020 at 05:20AM
Category Health & Science

What if ‘Herd Immunity’ Is Closer Than Scientists Thought?


In what may be the world’s most important math puzzle, researchers are trying to figure out how many people in a community must be immune before the coronavirus fades.
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Quiet Reflections on the Enchanting Italian Village of Panicale


Pensive after the loss of a friend, a photographer finds solace — and instruction — on a trip to the central Italian region of Umbria.
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Keyword: Travel and Vacations, Photography, Historic Buildings and Sites
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NPR News: Rural Schools Struggle With Road Ahead In Era Of Coronavirus

Rural Schools Struggle With Road Ahead In Era Of Coronavirus
Some schools across the country are under pressure to reopen for in-person classes, even in states like Idaho where coronavirus cases continue to rise out of control.

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Làm đẹp Blog 247 August 17, 2020 at 04:00PM
Category Health & Science

Chủ Nhật, 16 tháng 8, 2020

Scientists See Signs of Lasting Immunity to Covid-19, Even After Mild Infections


New research indicates that human immune system cells are storing information about the coronavirus so they can fight it off again.
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Fearing a ‘Twindemic,’ Health Experts Push Urgently for Flu Shots


There’s no vaccine for Covid-19, but there’s one for influenza. With the season’s first doses now shipping, officials are struggling over how to get people to take it.
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Fearing a ‘Twindemic,’ Health Experts Push Urgently for Flu Shots


There’s no vaccine for Covid-19, but there’s one for influenza. With the season’s first doses now shipping, officials are struggling over how to get people to take it.
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