Discovery in Africa gives insight for Australian Hendra virus outbreaks
A new study on African bats provides a vital clue for unravelling the mysteries in Australia's battle with the deadly Hendra virus.
Plants & Animals
Jan 12, 2012
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New research shows even small ships pose deadly threat to North American right whales
It has long been known that ship strikes involving large vessels pose one of the greatest threats to North Atlantic right whales, whose coastal habitats and tendency to stay close to the water's surface make them vulnerable ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 27, 2020
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Virtual driver can increase confidence in self-driving car
Self-driving cars are what we can all expect to see in the future. But will drivers be willing to leave control to technology? Behavioral scientist Frank Verberne at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) believes a virtual ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Apr 23, 2015
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Study provides details on portable generator emissions and carbon monoxide exposure
Despite warnings to the contrary, many people continue to operate portable generators indoors or close to open windows, doors, or vents, resulting in more than 500 deaths since 2005. And each year, more than 20,000 people ...
Engineering
Jul 11, 2013
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CQ Researcher examines distracted driving
More than 5,000 people die each year in vehicle crashes caused by distracted driving, many who were texting and talking on cellphones behind the wheel, according to the May 4 issue of CQ Researcher (published by CQ Press, ...
Other
May 18, 2012
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Landslide fatalities are greater than previously thought
Landslides kill ten times more people across the world than was previously thought, according to research by Durham University, UK.
Earth Sciences
Aug 15, 2012
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Big games, close scores lead to more auto fatalities for winning fans
Closely contested major sporting events are followed by a significant increase in traffic fatalities for fans of the winning team, according to new research from North Carolina State University. It turns out there may be ...
Economics & Business
Mar 8, 2011
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Ancient Architecture Makes Italian Earthquakes Deadly, Professor Says
A University of Colorado at Boulder professor says the powerful earthquake that knocked down buildings and killed at least 130 people in and around the medieval city of L'Aquila in Italy April 6 is a continuation of violent ...
Earth Sciences
Apr 6, 2009
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Long trucks are involved in fewer severe crashes than short ones
Trucks that are between 18.76 and 25.25 metres long are more eco-friendly than the shorter "European" trucks. Research at Chalmers University of Technology now also shows that these vehicles are at least as safe as shorter ...
Other
Jan 13, 2014
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15 dead, half million impacted by heavy rains in Guatemala
At least 15 people have died in a dozen mudslides caused by heavy rains that have fallen since early May in Guatemala, where more than 500,000 people have been affected, officials said Monday.
Environment
Jun 14, 2022
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