Adaure Achumba is a journalist based in Atlanta, United States of America.

Flesh-eating bacteria deaths cause growing concern throughout Tampa Bay area

01 Oct 2023  |  wtsp.com  |  English  |  Public Safety

The Florida Department of Health has reported over two dozen cases of the flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, resulting in five deaths in the Tampa Bay area. The bacteria, which can infect through open wounds, water ingestion, or raw seafood, has led to heightened public concern. Experts recommend avoiding raw seafood while the bacteria is present. The CDC notes that Vibrio vulnificus can cause severe infections and even death. Despite the risks, some locals continue their usual water activities, viewing the bacteria as a regular part of life in Florida.

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Speed Rail Now Rivals Flying on Key Routes

12 Jan 2018  |  themalaysianreserve.com  |  English  |  Transportation

High-speed rail in Asia and Europe is becoming a competitive alternative to air travel in terms of price and travel time, especially for routes under 1,000km. The growth of high-speed rail is most vibrant in China, which boasts the world's largest network and fastest trains. Japan's Shinkansen and Europe's Eurostar also play significant roles in domestic and regional travel. In contrast, the US lags behind with its outdated rail infrastructure. The article highlights the complementary nature of trains and planes, noting that affordable train tickets can spur new travel demand without significantly reducing air travel passengers.

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US Study: COVID-19, Vaccination, and Heart Diseases – An Alarming Connection

01 Sept 2023  |  www.epochtimes.de  |  German  |  Vaccination

The aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic may be felt for years through an increase in heart diseases, particularly myocarditis, which can lead to heart failure. A study by the University of South Florida found that about 20% of COVID-19 patients developed acute myocarditis. Other studies, including those from the Smidt Heart Institute and Columbia University, support these findings, showing increased heart attack deaths and cellular changes in heart tissue due to COVID-19. The CDC acknowledges a rare link between COVID-19 vaccination and heart inflammation, particularly with mRNA vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer. Preventative measures like physical exercise and dietary changes can reduce the risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes.

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Breno DaMata has been working with community and professional media in the United States since 1999, where he served as a reporter, international correspondent, and editor. He covered the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in December, 2012 for the CBN Radio. In his 26 years living in the US, he ...

Sociologist Assesses Brazilian Evangelical Churches' Responses to the COVID Crisis

19 Feb 2021  |  AcheiUSA  |  Portuguese  |  Public Health

Sociologist Rodrigo Serrão, a professor at Hope College, has studied the response of evangelical churches in Florida to the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on their compliance and criticism of health measures. Analyzing 57 sermons, Serrão found a mix of obedience and revolt, with pastors openly criticizing local authorities' restrictions while trying to maintain community engagement through online services. The churches' reactions varied, with some pastors encouraging disobedience and spreading distrust in the government, particularly left-leaning ones. Serrão notes the evangelical alignment with conservative governments, as seen with Trump and Bolsonaro, who both downplayed the efficacy of safety measures and deemed churches essential services. The pandemic was often framed as divine punishment, with apocalyptic interpretations gaining prominence among the pastors.

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Breena Kerr is a journalist based in San Francisco, CA. She is currently in Jalisco, Mexico and has recently been published in Rolling Stone, New York Magazine, Esquire, Marie Claire, Fusion, Vice, The Washington Post, and many others.

Why No Sex Is the New Sex on Reality TV

01 May 2020  |  www.rollingstone.com  |  English  |  Sexuality

Reality TV shows like Netflix's 'Too Hot to Handle' and 'Love Is Blind' are shifting focus from physical intimacy to emotional connection and self-reflection. 'Too Hot to Handle' penalizes sexual activities to encourage deeper relationships, while 'Love Is Blind' has participants get engaged without seeing each other. This trend reflects a cultural shift towards valuing emotional intimacy over physical attraction, though the shows still heavily revolve around the anticipation and discussion of sex. Participants and producers discuss the impact and intentions behind these formats, highlighting both personal growth and the strategic re-centering of sex in new ways.

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The Forgotten Baby Syndrome and how to prevent it

11 May 2023  |  www.protagon.gr  |  Greek  |  Health & Fitness

David Diamond, a professor of Psychology, Molecular Pharmacology, and Physiology at the University of South Florida, has been researching for 20 years how a 'normal' parent can forget their child in a car, describing Forgotten Baby Syndrome (FBS) as a neuropsychological disorder that results in a parent temporarily losing awareness of their child's presence. He has studied hundreds of cases where children died or suffered permanent damage after being left in cars, concluding that memory failure can happen to anyone due to a 'battle' between 'habit memory' and 'prospective memory.' Diamond suggests that fatigue, lack of sleep, and stress can increase the likelihood of prospective memory failure. He advocates for technological solutions like applications or sensors to alert the presence of a person in the back seat and proposes safety tips for parents to prevent such tragedies.

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I cover global development by way of science and technology. I write for Scientific American, Rethink, and many other magazines and have produced radio packages for BBC Radio 4, Deutsche Welle and NPR's Here and Now. 

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Ancient crystal growths in caves reveal seas rose 16 meters in a warmer world

30 Aug 2023  |  www.sciencenews.org  |  English  |  Paleoclimatology

Research conducted in the Artà Caves on Mallorca indicates that during the Pliocene Epoch, when Earth's temperatures were comparable to those projected for 2100, sea levels were about 16 meters higher than today. The study, which used precise dating methods and accounted for the rise and fall of the Earth's crust, suggests that smaller ice sheets and parts of the eastern Antarctic ice sheet melted. The findings contribute to understanding the sensitivity of ice sheets to climate change.

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Hello, I am Ana Márquez a journalist and photographer based in Madrid, Spain.  I speak and write spanish , english and portuguese.

I started working as a freelancer for the EFE news agency on issues of national and local politics, and photography too. I can write about politics, culture and ...

Olga Mecking is a writer, journalist, and translator. Originally from Poland, Olga lived in Germany and is now based in The Netherlands. Olga's interests include:

Raising your children to learn many languages is hard – here’s why it’s worth it

10 Jun 2018  |  Scroll.in  |  English  |  Multilingualism

Parents have various motivations for raising multilingual children, including better career opportunities, cognitive benefits, and cultural traditions. The article discusses different methods for teaching multiple languages, such as the one-person, one-language method, and highlights the challenges and misconceptions surrounding multilingualism. It also addresses the impact of language prestige and discrimination, the trend of intensive parenting, and the benefits of multilingualism, such as increased cultural competence and tolerance. Ultimately, raising multilingual children is about fostering open-minded, tolerant, and globally aware citizens.

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James (aka Jim) is a journalist and communications professional based in Stoke-on-Trent, UK. He has been fortunate enough to travel the world, writing about science, technology, politics, business, tourism, education and more.

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Every quarterback ranked above Carson Beck in the 2020 recruiting class

16 Dec 2023  |  sports.yahoo.com  |  English  |  NFL Draft

Eighteen quarterbacks were ranked above Georgia's Carson Beck in the 2020 recruiting cycle. Beck has achieved 3,728 passing yards, 22 touchdowns, and six interceptions through 13 games. Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, and Anthony Richardson were selected in the NFL draft. Twelve quarterbacks have transferred, with some entering the transfer portal for a second time. Two have switched positions. The article lists each quarterback, their ranking, and their current status, including transfers, NFL draft picks, and position changes.

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U of Washington, Harvard Ranked Top Medical Schools ― Again

29 Mar 2023  |  www.medscape.com  |  English  |  Rankings

The University of Washington in Seattle and Harvard University have retained their top rankings in primary care and research, respectively, according to the US News & World Report for 2023. Harvard also leads in several medical specialties. The rankings are based on criteria such as faculty resources, academic achievements, and qualitative assessments. Other notable schools include the University of California, San Francisco, and Johns Hopkins University. Howard University ranks highest for minority representation, while Nova Southeastern University graduates have the most debt.

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Gladstone H Taylor is an author/journalist living and operating out of the creative industries of Kingston, Jamaica. He has been writing professionally for over eight years. He’s reported on the environment, culture, music, film, and tech through platforms such as Mongabay, The Fader, Sole DxB, ...