Science
As millions watch via webcam, giraffe gives birth in NY state zoo
April 16, 2017
As millions watch via webcam, giraffe gives birth in NY state zoo
After weeks of suspense, April the giraffe finally gave birth on Saturday to a baby boy, delighting of hundreds of…
Global surge in clinical depression is worrying: WHO
April 15, 2017
Global surge in clinical depression is worrying: WHO
Cases of depression have ballooned almost 20 per cent in a decade, making the debilitating disorder linked to suicide the…
If you’re serious about lowering your diabetes risk, you should eat this right now
April 15, 2017
If you’re serious about lowering your diabetes risk, you should eat this right now
New research has found that a diet rich in legumes could lower the risk of developing diabetes. Legumes are already known…
If you can’t sleep at night, you’re more at risk of a heart attack
April 15, 2017
If you can’t sleep at night, you’re more at risk of a heart attack
New large-scale research has found that suffering from insomnia could increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. The study, led…
In photos: Artifacts discovered at Gustav Aegeon villa in Alexandria
April 13, 2017
In photos: Artifacts discovered at Gustav Aegeon villa in Alexandria
On Thursday, Mahmoud al-Afifi, head of the Egyptian Antiquities Sector, announced the discovery of a limestone paved floor, black granite…
Jewish tombs in Alexandria to be listed as antiquities
April 13, 2017
Jewish tombs in Alexandria to be listed as antiquities
A committee from the Jewish Antiquities Sector in the Ministry of Antiquities, headed by Professor Mohamed Mahran, started on Wednesday…
Canada set to unveil legislation legalizing cannabis
April 13, 2017
Canada set to unveil legislation legalizing cannabis
The government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will unveil legislation on Thursday to fully legalize recreational marijuana use, making Canada…
Zahi Hawass to be UN ambassador for global cultural heritage
April 11, 2017
Zahi Hawass to be UN ambassador for global cultural heritage
The United Nations International Federation for Peace and Sustainable Development has appointed the former Egyptian minister of antiquities Zahi Hawass…
Islamic fintech firm becomes first to get UK regulatory approval
April 10, 2017
Islamic fintech firm becomes first to get UK regulatory approval
A London-based Islamic financial technology start-up has become the first company of its kind to be given regulatory approval in…
Sports-related smart gear sales expected to rise
April 8, 2017
Sports-related smart gear sales expected to rise
Sales of connected items for sport -- including wearables, sports accessories and sportswear -- are expected to reach 253 million…