A century ago, brickmaking along the Hudson River was thriving. Then the industry vanished.
Scientists discover gene signature responsible for plaque-eating microglia in Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and is characterized by the build-up of amyloid plaques in the brain. Microglia, the immune sentinels of the brain, are not only responsible for eliminating foreign invaders, but also maintaining brain homeostasis by clearing toxic waste such as the amyloid plaques.
Africa has much higher mortality rate for very ill COVID patients: study
Seriously ill COVID-19 patients in African countries are more likely to die than those on other continents, which could be because of a lack of critical care equipment, a study published Friday said.
Australia urges over-50s to get jabbed as vaccine hesitancy grows
Australia on Friday pressed over-50s to get their coronavirus shots, as fears mounted that vaccine hesitancy could be priming the country for disaster.
Old records shed new light on smallpox outbreaks in 1700s
A highly contagious disease originating far from America’s shores triggers deadly outbreaks that spread rapidly, infecting the masses. Shots are available, but a divided public agonizes over getting jabbed.
Argentina resumes strict pandemic lockdown after case surge
The government of President Alberto Fernández on Thursday announced a strict lockdown for the first time this year after more than 35,000 coronavirus infections were reported for the third straight day in Argentina and the death toll skyrocketed.
Watch celebrations in Gaza as ceasefire takes effect
Israelis and Palestinians react to the news that Israel and militant group Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire, after more than a week of conflict left hundreds dead, most of them Palestinians.
Nigerian army investigating reports that Boko Haram leader died blowing himself up to avoid capture
The Nigerian army says it is looking into reports that Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau has died after blowing himself up to avoid being captured by a rival group.
England rugby star Maro Itoje is showcasing ‘untold’ Black history through an art exhibition
As Covid-19 lockdown restrictions ease in the UK, a new art exhibition in London is shining a light on lesser-known aspects of Black history.
Japan approves Moderna, AstraZeneca vaccines
Japan formally approved Moderna and AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccines on Friday, but the latter will not be used immediately because of lingering concern over very rare blood clots.