Science News Briefs from around the World: December 2022
Lightning-resistant trees in Panama, an Australian avian arms race, hydrogen-powered trains in Germany, and much more in this month’s Quick Hits Credit: NASA AUSTRALIA An “innovation arms race” may be brewing between humans and trash-can-raiding cockatoos in Sydney’s suburbs. Humans keep trying new defenses, such as placing bricks or rubber snakes on their bin lids,…
Razorlight: Our music was never meant for the charts
Razorlight "never meant" for their music to hit the charts. The indie rock band - which consists of founding members Björn Ågren on guitar, lead vocalist Johnny Borrell and bassist Carl Delemo, as well as drummer Andy Burrows - enjoyed massive success with debut album 'Up All Night' and their chart-topping record 'Razorlight' in the
Gareth Southgate to remain England manager until after Euro 2024
Southgate's England exited the 2022 World Cup after a 2-1 defeat by reigning champions France in QatarGareth Southgate will remain as England manager until after the European Championships in 2024, the Football Association has confirmed.He had said he was "conflicted" about his future in the role after England's quarter-final exit at the World Cup.The 52-year-old
Oliver Dowden firm on pay as nurses warn of more strikes
Media caption, Oliver Dowden: Unions please call off strikesBy Suzanne Leigh & Paul SeddonBBC NewsThe government has said it is "resolute" on pay after nursing unions threatened to escalate strike action if ministers do not join talks within 48 hours of Tuesday's walkout.Members of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) are due to stage a…
Liberians protest living costs as Weah returns from 48-day trip
Monrovia, Liberia – Hundreds of protesters gathered on Saturday at the outer section of the Samuel Kanyon Doe Sports Complex in Monrovia to protest against soaring costs of living, a day before President George Weah’s return from a 48-day trip abroad. The protest was organised by the Coalition of Collaborating Parties – an opposition alliance
