New cystic fibrosis and Alzheimers drug sent for FDA approval
Cystic fibrosis is a progressive disease that causes persistent lung infections and can lead to breathing difficulties. For many years, scientists have been looking for […]
Month: October 2019
E-cig crisis blurs the distinction between vaping and smoking
The regulatory backlash against vaping brand Juul in the United States has directly impacted the broader tobacco sector, with merger talks between Philip Morris International […]
Study finds consumers more likely to blame other drivers than self-driving cars for accidents
Consumers seem to have mixed feelings about driverless cars. However, being sceptical, new research from the University of Exeter has found that it’s possible they […]
Three celebrity Instagram posts promoting weight-loss products banned
Research has shown that social media sites like Facebook and Instagram can cause mental health issues, low self-esteem and body image issues, especially when they […]
Australian watchdog takes court action against Google
Google has been under the spotlight a lot in the last few years, from the home mini scandal to scrutiny over digital tax. Now, in […]
Ofgem announces tougher financial checks on energy startups
Under new proposals designed to ensure fast-growing energy companies are financially able to handle expansion, the regulator has announced that, in the future, there could […]
Is Netflix going to change its rules on password sharing?
Password sharing for online streaming services is extremely common. In fact, according to a study, 35% of millennials share their passwords for streaming platforms, as […]
Facebook announces its latest update
As part of a series of attempts to encourage journalism on its site, Facebook has launched a news tab. This controversial move will mean that, […]
Environmental groups name Coca Cola as worst plastic polluter
For the second year running, a report by an environmental group has found Coca Cola to be the worst company for plastic pollution. The company […]
Mobile providers pledge to end “no-spots” by 2025
The UK’s four largest mobile phone companies – EE, Three, Vodafone, and O2 – have announced plans to get rid of what are known as […]