Getting married before the age of 21 raises the risk of developing a drinking problem in later life, study shows Academics assessed the marital status and alcohol habits of 937 people Previous research that found marriage protects against risky alcohol use This research found those who married young were at a much higher risk of … Read more
Queensland locks out ‘Sicktorians’: Those coming from Victoria will no longer be able to enter or quarantine in the Sunshine State after an explosion of coronavirus cases Victorians have been paying $2,800 for quarantine to leave Melbourne But now they will be totally banned from entering the Sunshine State State government wants to preserve quarantine … Read more
Destruction of natural ecosystems through deforestation and agriculture increases the risk of pandemics by removing the barriers between humans and wildlife, study shows More than six out of ten infectious diseases today came from animals, says CDC Scientists have said that environmental degradation increases risk of pandemic It can also undermine the availability of natural … Read more
Chapel Down increases its online sales 16-fold during coronavirus lockdown By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:58 BST, 22 June 2020 | Updated: 21:58 BST, 22 June 2020 Chapel Down said it had increased its online sales 16-fold during lockdown. Bosses at the English winemaker said the last three months have been ‘extremely … Read more
The world saw the largest daily increase yet in coronavirus cases yesterday, official statistics have shown as the pandemic continues to accelerate and wreak havoc globally. World Health Organization (WHO) figures revealed 183,020 Covid-19 infections were recorded on Sunday, June 21 — topping the previous high of 181,000 on Thursday, June 18. Nearly a third … Read more
Car competition firm Best of the Best sees its shares leap 50% as it declares £1.9m special payout after sales rise Founder Michael Hindmarch, is the brother of fashion designer Anya Hindmarch The firm used to lease sites at airports and shopping centres across the country BOTB operates luxury car ‘raffles’ where people buy tickets hoping … Read more
Don’t be shocked. But German car firm BMW has increased two controversial elements of its new 5-series executive saloon and estate models – the grille and the price – as it also boosts the ‘electrification’ of its range. But it insists that the growth of the ever-expanding BMW kidney-shaped grille is as ‘modest’ as the … Read more
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki (pictured) An Australian doctor says three to four cups of coffee per day can increase an adult’s life expectancy and reduce their risk of cancer and heart disease. Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, who has degrees in medicine and biomedical engineering, spoke in an episode of his podcast Science with Dr Karl about the many health … Read more
SUGAR SWEETENED DRINKS Drinking large amounts of sugar in drinks such as pop, soda and juices can lead to serious health problems, including weight gain, tooth decay and diabetes. Some drinks contain upwards of 40 grams of sugar—equivalent to about 10 teaspoons of sugar—and 200 or more calories in a 12-ounce serving. The NHS says … Read more
The coronavirus pandemic has led to an increase in acts of animal abuse, including abandonment by owners over fears pets might contract COVID-19, a study reported. Concern around the role of pet animals in the spread of the virus first emerged in late February 2020, when a dog in Hong Kong tested positive for the … Read more