Did dogs follow humans to the Americas? Bone fragment dating back 10,150 years is discovered in Alaska suggesting pups may have migrated alongside man A chunk of bone from a dog’s femur was studied by the University at Buffalo It reveals the animal died around 10,150 years ago in what is now Alaska Relative of dogs that … Read more
President Joe Biden signaled he is looking to reset U.S.-China policy from the Trump administration, saying the two nations can avoid a conflict, even as he said Chinese President Xi Jinping as lacking a democratic ‘bone in his body.’ Biden said he didn’t mean the line as criticism – but he leveled as his administration … Read more
A young girl who had been waiting on a bone marrow transplant was turned away from hospital at the last minute after being told donor was no longer compatible. Libby Cotts, from Essex, was diagnosed with Severe Aplastic Anaemia in October. The 12-year-old, who has been having weekly blood and platelet transfusions, had been expecting … Read more
A young girl who had been waiting on a bone marrow transplant was turned away from hospital at the last minute after being told donor was no longer compatible. Libby Cotts, from Essex, was diagnosed with Severe Aplastic Anaemia in October. The 12-year-old, who has been having weekly blood and platelet transfusions, had been expecting … Read more
An eight-year-old girl with a life-threatening blood disease has finally found a vital bone marrow donor after her last match dropped out at the last minute. Evie Hodgson, from Whitby, North Yorkshire, needs a transplant as part of her treatment for aplastic anaemia and earlier this year began to prepare for the operation, which included dental work and … Read more
Osteopetrosis is a bone disease that makes bones abnormally dense and prone to breakage. Researchers have described several major types of osteopetrosis, which are usually distinguished by their pattern of inheritance: autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, or X-linked. The different types of the disorder can also be distinguished by the severity of their signs and symptoms. … Read more
Couple who found a stray dog who was ‘just skin and bone’ during dream trip to Barbados spend £3,500 bringing him home – and have even received thousands from well-wishers as they try to raise funds to fix his broken paw Georgia Harding, 22, and boyfriend Sam Blackburn found Simba in Barbados The couple were … Read more
For a stunning break less than three hours from the UK, Sweden offers a wealth of experiences to enjoy at any time of the year, whether you want to explore on foot, drive through spectacular scenery or simply relax in a luxury spa. Here are some of the best you can book this autumn. SPOT THE … Read more
Rare Roman artefacts including a lozenge-shaped gaming piece made from polished bone that was used in the ‘Game of Mercenaries’ are unearthed at a building site in Chester The ancient gaming piece is made of polished bone and dates back 2,000 years It was used in the Game of Mercenaries – an ancient chess or … Read more
Rare Roman artefacts including a lozenge-shaped gaming piece made from polished bone that was used in the ‘Game of Mercenaries’ are unearthed at a building site in Chester The ancient gaming piece is made of polished bone and dates back 2,000 years It was used in the Game of Mercenaries – an ancient chess or … Read more