At least 1.4 million lives saved in Europe due to COVID vaccines

[ad_1] Without COVID-19 vaccines, the cumulative death toll in Europe would have been around 4 million, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). ADVERTISEMENT At least 1.4 million lives were…

What were some of the top innovations in health this year?

[ad_1] This year was marked by a new malaria vaccine and new technology to help patients. ADVERTISEMENT Doctors and bioengineers have made significant strides globally this past year with innovative…

From binge to mindful drinking: More young Europeans are boozing less

[ad_1] Boosted by healthier lifestyles and the influence of social media, more young people are now embracing mindful drinking and they’re increasingly aware of what and how much booze they…

Opinion: Commercial radio in New Zealand. Who listens and why you should care

[ad_1] Newstalk ZB breakfast host Mike Hosking. Photo / NZME OPINION Commercial radio is listened to by around 3.4 million New Zealanders every week but is facing a threat to…

Scared of injections? This floppy IV needle might change your mind

[ad_1] The new IV needle, which is rigid at room temperature like a conventional one, softens when it is inserted and reaches body temperature. ADVERTISEMENT Bioengineers in South Korea have…

Israel trying to clear Palestinians from Gaza – UN agency head

[ad_1] An Israeli government spokesperson called these allegations “outrageous and false”. ADVERTISEMENT Philippe Lazzarini, the commissioner-general of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, said Israel appears to be trying to…

What to know about rising cases of the ‘100-day cough’ in the UK

[ad_1] Cases of the highly contagious disease have more than tripled in the UK, with experts urging pregnant women and children to get vaccinated. ADVERTISEMENT If you’ve had a cough…

Battling food insecurity in Pakistan

[ad_1] In the world where technological advancements and scientific breakthroughs are pushing the boundaries of perceived limits, hunger – the very basic of human subjects – remains a persistent challenge,…

Inform Your Opinion: Why are we serving as unpaid labour to those who believe everything can be treated as a product?

[ad_1] Not smiling: The marketing mania for feedback means that these days having a heart bypass is basically the same process as choosing half a dozen sausages. Photo / Getty…

Opinion: No one copped more wrath from Qantas investors than this man

[ad_1] Advertising veteran and Qantas director Todd Sampson. Photo / Getty Images OPINION Todd Sampson and his performance at Qantas’ annual general meeting on Friday reveal everything that’s wrong with…