Life: Pets, Medical, Health, Automotive, Travel
Man in vegetative state for 12 years wakes up to tell remarkable storyNews on the Net | Family | February 7, 2015
Pistorius, of Harlow, England, appeared to be in a coma-like state, and doctors scratched their heads over his condition
Lexus NX a terrific entry level luxury uteJim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | Automotive | February 5, 2015
Lexus' newest SUV, the NX 200, is sized like the RAV4 but since it's a Lexus it ups the luxury ante substantially over the popular Toyota ute
Ford Focuses on performance and winter driving skillsJim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | Automotive | February 5, 2015
Ford is doing its bit to help people get comfortable and efficient in winter driving and they invited me out to their "Winter Driving School" held on a snowy open area at Canada Olympic Park
Liz Whiteside from Newcastle
Overall, while there is a feeling of quality and robustness about the vehicle one cannot help feeling that it is lacking some useful features that would be really appreciated.
Casa de Campo Invites Vacationers to Book Early and Save with Limited-Time “Always Summer in CNews on the Net | Family | February 4, 2015
A posh escape situated on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic, Casa de Campo attracts financial moguls, politicos and Hollywood’s elite with choice accommodations in hotel rooms, suites or villa homes
TTFields therapy, developed by an Israeli scientist, delivers low-intensity alternating electric fields via a scalp device to inhibit cancer cells.
An end to the medicine dropper for eye injuries?American Chemical Society | Health and Medicine | February 4, 2015
A drug-infused wafer worn like a contact lens could work better than eye drops.
Tiny robotic ‘hands’ could improve cancer diagnostics, drug deliveryAmerican Chemical Society | Health and Medicine | February 4, 2015
Star-shaped grippers could help doctors operate and take biopsies.
Coast Guard crew rescues dog from icy Betsie Bay near Frankfort Shipping ChannelNews on the Net | Family | February 4, 2015
It was a grim time for celery through the European Dark Ages – said to have been so-called because there were so many knights
Just as the clothing you wear and the politicians you vote for say something about who you are, so does what you eat and drink
‘Medical mystery’ still stumps doctors amid outbreak of poliolike paralysisNews on the Net | Family | February 3, 2015
Jackson and other Children's Mercy researchers are continuing to examine the mysteries of EV-D68 and the poliolike illnesses.
“Darling, Do I Have Permission to Have Sex With 20 Other Women?”W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | Health and Medicine | February 2, 2015
This year 250,000 North American males will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. But since many have a slow growing form of the disease, only 30,000 will die from it
About 1% of the light that strikes plants is re-emitted as a faint florescent glow – a measure of photosynthetic activity.
Doctors claim jab can regenerate damaged tissue after one injection
Tudor Gardens unveiled in New Zealand at Hamilton GardensTravel New Zealand | Travel | January 29, 2015
Carved mythical beasts perched on green and white striped poles are seen throughout the garden
Mercedes-Benz creates a nice new ‘cute ute’Jim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | Automotive | January 29, 2015
The GLA isn't meant as a serious off roader, which makes it pretty much like most of its competition, but for those looking for a classy, premium SUV that won't break the bank, the GLA deserves to be on your list of test drives.
Beer compound could help fend off Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseasesAmerican Chemical Society | Health and Medicine | January 28, 2015
A compound in hops, which is an ingredient in beer, could help protect brain cells from damage.
TouchéMedical is developing a low-cost ‘smart’ patch pump designed for patients of all ages with diabetes, Parkinson’s and other chronic conditions.
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa Offers Exclusive Private Island Dream GetawayNews on the Net | Family | January 27, 2015
Created to be the getaway of a lifetime
Weight Gain Is Contagious? And Snacking Fights it?W. Gifford-Jones, MD and Diana Gifford-Jones | Health and Medicine | January 25, 2015
These suggestions may not get you back into your wedding clothes, but they are all a step in the right direction.
Porsche Macan and Boxster GTS – two new ways to love the marqueJim Bray, CFP Automotive Editor | Automotive | January 22, 2015
I loved this car, even though I drove it in the dead of winter and couldn't really exploit its virtues.
The Chrysler 200 starts at about $19,500 Canadian. You can option it up to the top line version costing about $33,000.
Chloe the cat’s miraculous survival after getting stuck inside chimney for SIX WEEKSNews on the Net | Family | January 22, 2015
She was trying to get back into her home while owners were on holiday.
Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort unveils a “Couples Connection” travel experience and “Pamper Your Partner” spa treatment
The Beach Boys bring “Good Vibrations” to Tallahassee’s Capital City AmphitheaterNews on the Net | Family | January 21, 2015
The Beach Boys, members of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, perform with the same imagination and style that marked their debut more than 50 years ago with songs like “Surfin’” and “California Girls.”
Oranges versus orange juice: Which one might be better for your health?American Chemical Society | Health and Medicine | January 21, 2015
Scientists find out how juicing and pasteurizing affects nutrients found in oranges.
Sarah MacDonald from Campeltown
Dog trapped down a hole for eight hours is saved after 20 people come to its aidNews on the Net | Family | January 21, 2015
Suki the terrier became trapped in badger sett for eight hours on dog walk