By: Al Humphrey Onyanabo Listening to Your Body: The Importance of Paying Attention to Physical Signs for Optimal Wellness OUR BODIES are incredible machines that constantly communicate with us, sending signals and signs that indicate our physical, emotional, and mental state. However, in today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to ignore or dismis...
By Dr. Chinta Sidharthan — Scientists have unveiled a novel mosquito control strategy: genetically engineered fungi that spread through mating. This strategy offers hope for reducing malaria in high-risk regions. IN A recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, a team of researchers in Burkina Faso and the United States investig...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE ABUJA place has said that the alarming movement of minors across state lines have continued to raise serious questions about child safety and trafficking networks. In Abuja, the Police says it has intercepted 59 boys, aged 4 to 12, suspected to be victims of human trafficking. Meanwhile, in Lago...
Culled from BBC AN EIGHT-year-old boy has been found alive after surviving five days in a game park inhabited by lions and elephants in northern Zimbabwe, according to a member of parliament. The ordeal began when Tinotenda Pudu wandered 23 km (14 miles) from home into the “perilous” Matusadona Game Park, said Mashonaland West MP […]...
By Al Humphrey Onyanabo THE BATHROOM is often considered a safe haven, a place where we can relax and unwind. However, beneath its tranquil surface, the bathroom harbours a multitude of hazards that can lead to serious accidents and even fatalities. In this article, we will delve into the common causes of bathroom accidents and […]
By Joke Kujenya MILLIONS WORLDWIDE continue to grapple with malaria as the disease remains a leading public health threat, particularly in Africa. The latest 2024 World Malaria Report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) reveals 263 million malaria cases and 597,000 deaths in 2023, marking an increase of 11 million cases from 2022. Despite t...
By Joke Kujenya WITH OVER 130 attendees—30 in person and over 100 via Microsoft Teams, participants from across Nigeria, on Thursday, October 24, 2024, converged via a hybrid session aimed to equip journalists with cutting-edge AI skills necessary for a rapidly evolving media landscape. It was dubbed a pivotal workshop with the theme: “Integra...
By Joke Kujenya RECCURENT MALARIA infections have long plagued communities across the African continent. A significant breakthrough in the fight against this deadly disease has been made, with natural compounds like Brusatol emerging as powerful tools in stopping the transmission of malaria parasites. These scientific advances are now being ap...
By Joke Kujenya TRAVELING TO Russia had always been a youthful fantasy, but it didn’t become a reality until 2024. Like many, the idea of going to Russia for the first time filled me with apprehension, thanks to the country’s intimidating portrayal in the media. My family was supportive, but fear still gripped me as […]
By Joke Kujenya A SILENT epidemic is wreaking havoc on the health of millions worldwide. It is called High Blood Pressure (hypertension/HPB), often undetected until severe damage is done, affects over 1.2 billion people globally. However, despite advancements in healthcare, reports say only 21% of adults aged 30-79 who suffer from this conditi...
