Researchers test “universal flu vaccine”
Following the 2018 flu epidemic, experts have been urging consumers to get a flu shot this year to protect themselves. The 2017-2018 season was one […]
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Paypal confirms users may have been affected by security breach
According to a report by a security analyst, Alex Birsan, PayPal has put user passwords at risk to hackers. PayPal has confirmed the claims and […]
The future of product placement for advertising
Product placement has been used for many years by companies, and it’s common for brands to pay for their products to be shown in TV […]
ASA ruling bans vaping adverts from Instagram
Earlier in the year, a group of 125 anti-smoking groups called for social media platforms to do more to stop influencers marketing tobacco products and […]
Whirpool washing machines recalled due to fire risk
Following a major recall of Whirlpool tumble dryers last year due to fire risk, half a million washing machines of the same brand have now […]
US to raise age limit for smoking and vaping from 18 to 21
In recent months, e-cigarettes and the ‘vaping epidemic’ have dominated the news headlines. Now, Congress has finalised a bill that would raise the age limit […]
Low-dose nicotine cigarettes approved by FDA
In recent years, many quit smoking products have appeared on the market. Products like e-cigarettes and NRT have shown to be effective in a lot […]
Successful funding round for Yubo signals golden age for European startups
French social media app Yubo has raised an impressive €11.2 million in capital to continue its international development as a social app for teenagers and […]
YouTube announces crackdown on harassment
As part of efforts to reduce hate speech and threats on its platform, YouTube has announced that it will be introducing stricter harassment policies. This […]
Study finds non-drug therapies could be better in treating chronic pain
Prescription drugs are a common go-to for consumers suffering from chronic pain. However, a new study from the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs has found […]