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Novel kirkovirus may be associated with colitis in horses

In a pilot study, researchers from North Carolina State University have found a novel kirkovirus that may be associated with colitis—and potentially small colon impactions—in horses. The study could offer a route to new therapies for horses with colitis symptoms from unknown

New NASA sensor goes hunting for critical minerals

Cradled in the nose of a high-altitude research airplane, a new NASA sensor has taken to the skies to help geoscientists map rocks hosting lithium and other critical minerals on Earth's surface some 60,000 feet below. In collaboration with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the

A Charlie Brown Christmas, Live

Listen to jazz trio The Commercialists play Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas live in a small club called The Estate in Milwaukee. That’s this afternoon’s chill work music sorted then. If you’re anywhere near Milwaukee this month, it looks like there are still tickets

Connections between coral reefs boost their health

Coral reefs may seem like paradise, but they are being degraded by a range of global and local factors, including climate change, poor water quality, and overfishing. New research reveals that connections between reefs help stabilize reef health, reducing the risk of collapse,

Singer Jubilant Sykes Stabbed to Death, Son in Custody

Grammy-nominated opera, classical and gospel singer Jubilant Sykes was stabbed to death at his Santa Monica home on Monday — allegedly by his son, police told KTLA. He was 71. Officers were called to Sykes’ home at approximately 9:20 p.m. after someone inside dialed 911 to

Bellwright Maiden Voyage Trailer

Bellwright’s Maiden Voyage Update brings a brand-new story, fresh challenges, exclusive loot, and major progression upgrades on December 9. Watch the update announcement trailer now.

Rising EU sales of animal antimicrobials raise concern

The latest annual surveillance report from the European Medicines Agency (EMA) shows a worrying increase in antimicrobial sales for animal use across the European Union. According to the European sales and use of antimicrobials for veterinary medicine report (ESUAvet), 98% of

Listeria remains Europe's most lethal foodborne threat

ECDC and EFSA warn over danger of Listeria and Salmonella in latest One Health report. In their joint European Union One Health 2024 Zoonoses Report the ECDC (European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control ) and EFSA (European Food Safety Agency) have highlighted Listeria