A new study published in BMC Public Health has revealed that drinking coffee may help reduce the health risks associated with prolonged sitting. According to the research, individuals who do not drink coffee and sit for six or more hours a day have a 24% higher risk of mortality compared to those who are similarly sedentary but consume coffee regularly. The findings suggest that coffee could play a protective role in counteracting the negative health effects linked to sedentary behavior. Researchers analyzed data from a large population cohort, adjusting for various factors including age, gender, smoking status, physical activity, and…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
A group of journalists has committed to supporting the promotion and development of agro-sylvo-pastoral and halieutic (fisheries-related) systems across West Africa and the Sahel. This follows a preparatory meeting held in Lomé, Togo, involving representatives of the emerging Network of Journalists for the Promotion of Agro-Sylvo-Pastoral and Halieutic Systems in West Africa and the Sahel (ReJPAPH-AOS) and officials from the West African Association for Cross-Border Trade in Food and Agricultural Products. During the meeting, participants discussed the final arrangements for the network’s Constitutive General Assembly. This included logistics, participant mobilization, partner engagement, and strategies for long-term institutional support. The Constitutive…
In a world racing to combat climate change, a revolutionary aircraft made history by proving that the sky is no limit for clean energy. Solar Impulse 2, a solar-powered aircraft engineered in Switzerland, became the first plane ever to fly around the world without using a single drop of fuel, powered solely by the sun. Flight powered by daylight Piloted alternately by Swiss explorers Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg, the aircraft set off from Abu Dhabi in March 2015 and completed its global journey in July 2016, covering more than 40,000 kilometers. The mission spanned four continents, two oceans, and…
Brazilian researchers have identified a molecule in the venom of an Amazonian scorpion capable of destroying breast cancer cells. This is coming as a groundbreaking discovery that could reshape the future of cancer therapy. The bioactive compound, dubbed BamazScplp1, was isolated from the venom of the Brotheas amazonicus scorpion and shown to induce necrosis in cancer cells, causing them to rupture and die. The findings were recently presented during FAPESP Week France, a major international science and research event. Led by scientists from the Butantan Institute and the University of São Paulo, the study harnessed a cutting-edge technique known as…
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called for the urgent cancellation of illegitimate debts, reform of global financial institutions, and greater legislative involvement in Nigeria’s financial decision-making processes. CISLAC’s Executive Director, Comrade Auwal Ibrahim Musa (Rafsanjani), made the appeal during the ongoing Financing for Development Conference in Sevilla, Spain. The international event has attracted government officials, civil society leaders, and global advocates discussing sustainable economic solutions for developing nations. Rafsanjani, who also heads Transparency International Nigeria, called attention to what he described as “odious or fraudulent debts”—borrowings made without public consent or transparency—which he said undermine national sovereignty…
U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited his feud with tech billionaire Elon Musk, this time threatening that Musk would “head back to South Africa” if the federal government slashes subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs). Trump’s latest remarks come amid heightened political tensions over the “Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping tax and spending package that includes significant cuts to clean energy incentives. The bill, championed by conservative lawmakers, aims to reshape America’s climate and economic landscape by rolling back support for industries such as EVs manufacturing—a move that would directly affect Musk’s Tesla empire. Musk, a vocal opponent of the bill,…
In a newly released list by World Insights, cities across the globe known for their extreme heat have been ranked by the highest temperatures ever recorded, with the United States’ Death Valley taking the top spot. At 56.7°C (134°F), Furnace Creek in Death Valley, California, holds the record for the highest temperature ever measured on Earth. The desert location, infamous for its scorching summers, continues to be a benchmark for extreme heat. Coming in second is Kebili, Tunisia, where temperatures soared to 55.0°C (131°F), making it the hottest spot in Africa. The Middle East dominates the list, with Mitribah, Kuwait…
A newly published study in JAMA Internal Medicine has raised alarm over the widespread use of CT scans, suggesting that the diagnostic tool may be linked to more than 100,000 future cancer cases annually. The research, conducted by a team of scientists from the United States and the United Kingdom, analyzed data from the 93 million CT scans performed in 2023 across the U.S. Their projections estimate that these scans could result in approximately 103,000 future cases of cancer, accounting for nearly 5% of all cancer diagnoses in the country. The study draws particular attention to scans of the abdomen…
Snakes are among the most feared creatures in the animal kingdom — and for good reason. While most are harmless, a few species possess venom potent enough to kill a human in less than an hour. From the Australian outback to the African savannah, these reptiles command respect and caution. Here are five of the most dangerous snakes in the world, known for their speed, aggression, and lethal venom: Inland Taipan (Australia) The most venomous snake on Earth, the Inland Taipan, also called the “fierce snake,” delivers a bite so toxic it can kill an adult human in under an…
A new global health analysis has spotlighted the countries grappling with the highest death rates from ischemic heart disease, commonly known as heart attacks, raising urgent questions about healthcare systems, lifestyle patterns, and public health interventions. Topping the chart is Haiti, where an estimated 428 deaths per 100,000 people are attributed to ischemic heart disease annually. The Caribbean nation is followed closely by Russia with 420 deaths per 100,000, and Uzbekistan at 464 per 100,000, making it the highest among the top 20 despite appearing ninth on the list. Other countries in Eastern Europe dominate the rankings, with Ukraine (338),…