Eating seaweed could help prevent Parkinson’s disease, according to researchers in Japan, where the highly nutritious plant has long been a staple crop. A team from Osaka Metropolitan University has discovered that brown algae seaweed called ecklonia c…
German doctors stage one-day pay strike ahead of new round of talks
An all-day strike on Monday by doctors at municipal hospitals across Germany is intended to give impetus to upcoming wage negotiations. The Marburger Bund, a major trade union that represents 60,000 doctors, is demanding an 8.5% pay rise over the next …
Brandenburg refinery set to receive more oil from Kazakhstan
One of Germany’s biggest refineries is set to receive more crude oil from Kazakhstan for a longer period of time, the German Economy Ministry confirmed on Monday as Chancellor Scholz visited the Central Asian nation. The PCK refinery in Brandenburg sou…
Germany’s Scholz: Flooding in neighbouring countries ‘distressing’
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has expressed his concern regarding the current floods in several European countries. “The floods we are witnessing are distressing,” Scholz said during a visit to Kazakhstan. He added that he has already promised support …
Goretzka and Sané train with Bayern ahead of Champions League opener
Midfielder Leon Goretzka and winger Leroy Sané took part in the Bayern Munich training on Monday ahead of the Champions League opener against Dinamo Zagreb. Goretzka hasn’t been included in the squad for recent matchdays after the club reportedly faile…
‘He Looks Better than Ever Before’: Ben Affleck Sparks Heated Debate After Kissing Best Friend’s Wife’s Head – Pics
Ben Affleck was spotted sharing an affectionate moment with Matt Damon’s wife, Luciana Barroso. Photos of the two in Los Angeles ignited reactions on social media, with users discussing everything from Affleck’s appearance to wild theories about their …
West Ham should’ve sold awful £19.1m man instead of letting ‘world-class’ player leave – opinion
Julen Lopetegui allowed one player to leave West Ham United this summer who he should have kept. And he kept someone who he undoubtedly should’ve sold. Julen Lopetegui made some terrific signings for West Ham in the summer, and we definitely have a bet…
Emergency services called to The Orchard School, Canterbury after ‘unknown substance’ thrown at girl
A girl has been taken to hospital after having an “unknown substance” thrown at her at school. Police were called to The Orchard School, which caters for SEN children, in Cambridge Road, Canterbury just before midday. The youngster was taken to hospita…
Grab freebies at Burger King all week long to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day
One of the most awaited annual celebrations – National Cheeseburger Day – is less than two days away, but Burger King has extended its celebrations for a whole week. Even health-conscious foodies would consider eating an extra burger on the occasion ce…
Should the West Sanction Russia’s Neighbors in Central Asia?
As Russia lays the groundwork for deeper engagement with Central Asia, with a fresh presidential summit reportedly in the works, countries in the region are trying to maintain economic distance from their larger neighbor to the north. In one of the lat…