Mechanism behind breast cancer’s spread revealed
Washington – Scientists have discovered that low oxygen conditions, which often persist inside tumours, are sufficient to initiate a molecular chain of events that transforms breast cancer cells from being rigid and stationery to mobile and invasive. Gregg Semenza, M.D., Ph.D., the C. Michael... read more »
Google pips Apple as `most talked about company` in 2013
Sydney – Google has been named as the most talked about company in 2013, edging out Apple, as revealed in a list by Dow Jones. The list showed that Google was the top company of 2013 with nearly 124,000 media mentions during the year while Apple came close second with nearly 120,500... read more »
Thai govt rejects call to delay elections after clashes
Johannesburg – The Thailand Government has rejected calls by the election commission to postpone February elections. The decision by the government came after violent clashes between police and opposition protesters trying to disrupt preparations for the vote. According to news24, in a... read more »
Djokovic to defend Australian Open title without `official preparation`
Sydney – Serbian tennis ace Novak Djokovic has said that he will attempt to win his fifth Australian Open title without an official match under his belt in eight weeks. The world number two has returned to play in this week’s six-man exhibition event in Abu Dhabi – his first... read more »
Israeli officials demand end to US snoop-ops following email interception of former leader...
Washington – Senior Israeli leaders have reportedly demanded an end to the alleged mass surveillance programmes carried out by the US’ National Security Agency after it was revealed... read more »
Biggest dating turn-offs revealed
Washington – Wondering why your date never called you back after the first outing? Chances are you might have turned him or her off in one way or another. The Huffington Post asked... read more »
Now, `eat your way skinny` with dumbbell cutlery set
Washington – Have you gained weight this festive season? Replace your silverware with the dumbbell cutlery set. The dumbbell cutlery set helps you build muscle while you eat, Mashable... read more »
Ferrer splits with coach Piles after 15-year relationship
Johannesburg – World number three David Ferrer said Sunday that he has split with coach Javier Piles after a 15-year working relationship, according to reports. According to Sport24,... read more »
Everton move up to fourth in PL with 2-1 win over Swansea
Johannesburg – England midfielder Ross Barkley scored a brilliant 84th-minute free-kick to earn Everton a 2-1 win at Swansea City that propelled his side into the Champions League places,... read more »
