Health & Science

Thursday, July 12th 2018 - 17:02 UTC
UN chief pushes for greater benefits from new technology, as he launches digital experts panel

A high-profile group of tech experts has been assembled at the request of United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, tasked with putting the benefits of digital technology to more effective use, while also protecting against unwanted or unexpected negative impacts.
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Thursday, July 12th 2018 - 03:04 UTC
Rio Negro eyes Venezuelan physicians to make up for shortage of health care pros

The Argentine province of Rio Negro is considering Venezuelan doctors as a possible solution to its shortage of health care practicioners despite a substantial wage offer, the large circulation daily Clarin of Buenos Aires reported.
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Wednesday, July 11th 2018 - 06:55 UTC
Britain's new polar research ship scheduled to hit the water next Saturday

The assembled hull of Britain's new polar research vessel, RRS Sir David Attenborough is now standing on the slipway of the Cammell Laird yard in Birkenhead, awaiting launch day. Weather and tide permitting, she should slide into the River Mersey on Saturday, July 14th.
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Wednesday, July 4th 2018 - 23:02 UTC
Falklands implements significant investments in nursery provision

The Falkland Islands Government Budget for 2018/19 are investing £3 million in families this year, including making significant investments in nursery provision. This is to help ensure that childcare in the Falkland Islands remains safe, suitable and affordable for everyone.
Wednesday, July 4th 2018 - 08:51 UTC
UK bans online adverts targeting junk food for children

Cadbury, Chewits and Squashies sweets have become the first companies to have online adverts banned under new rules targeting junk food ads for children. The Advertising Standards Authority said the companies did not do enough to prevent under-16s seeing the content.
Wednesday, July 4th 2018 - 08:09 UTC
Falklands begins comprehensive Public Health Strategy development

The Falklands Islands Government has begun work on developing a comprehensive Public Health Strategy. The purpose of this work is to help people stay healthy as long as possible and reduce ill health by enabling everyone to make healthier choices in their lives.
Friday, June 29th 2018 - 08:25 UTC
World Trade Organization Panel rejects claims concerning tobacco plain packaging in Australia

A World Trade Organization (WTO) Panel has ruled against complaints brought by several countries concerning Australia’s tobacco packaging law, which implements the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control and its Guidelines. The panel decided that Australia’s policy on plain packaging is consistent with WTO law.
Wednesday, June 20th 2018 - 06:50 UTC
Canadian parliament approves recreational marihuana

Recreational marijuana may soon be legal in Canada, after both the House of Commons and the Senate approved the Cannabis Act. Legal sales are likely to begin before the end of the boreal summer after the Senate voted 52-29 on Tuesday night to approve the bill, CBC reported.
Tuesday, June 19th 2018 - 06:56 UTC
WHO releases new International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11)

The World Health Organization (WHO) is releasing this Monday its new International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11). The ICD is the foundation for identifying health trends and statistics worldwide, and contains around 55 000 unique codes for injuries, diseases and causes of death. It provides a common language that allows health professionals to share health information across the globe.
Monday, June 18th 2018 - 08:08 UTC
World tributes to Professor Hawking at his Westminster Abbey memorial service

Tributes have been paid to renowned physicist Prof Stephen Hawking in a Westminster Abbey memorial service. British actor Benedict Cumberbatch, who played Hawking in a BBC drama, and astronaut Tim Peake were among those giving readings at the ceremony.