Angela T, Author at News Channel Daily

German Chancellor Admits Migrant Solution Still Some Way Off

September 24, 2021 By Angela T

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said that the solution for the migrant crisis in Europe is still some way off and the way it is handled will have a serious impact on the continent for the foreseeable future. Speaking to German MPs regarding the latest measures agreed by the EU on Wednesday, she said that the measures were simply the ‘first step’ and that ‘selective relocation’ of migrants wasn’t enough to solve the problem. Flow of migrants The flow of migrants shows no sign of easing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: Angela Merkel, asylum claims, EU, German Chancellor, migrant crisis

Lowering Blood Pressure under 120 Reduces Risks of Heart Disease

September 22, 2021 By Angela T

Recent findings from a study by the National Institutes of Health has shown that it can be worthwhile treating patients whose blood pressure falls into the ‘grey zone’ between 120 and 140 often referred to as the pre-hypertension area. Doctors have long known that systolic blood pressure under 120 meant a lower risk of heart disease and kidney problems but tended to only treat patients when the figure went over 140. Study The findings, as yet unpublished and still in their preliminary form, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health Tagged With: Blood Pressure, dietary changes, heart disease, hypertension, lowering blood pressure, stroke, systolic reading

Russian Jets Head to Syria after US Talks

September 19, 2021 By Angela T

US Defence Secretary Ashton Carter spoke to Russian counterpart Defence Minister Sergei Shoygu on Friday after Russia’s military moves within Syria continued to escalate with the arrival of fighter jets. The conversation, described as ‘constructive’ saw the two men agreed to ‘further discuss mechanisms for deconflication in Syria’ as confirmed by the Pentagon Press Secretary Peter Cook. The conversation follows the US and allies continuing military operations within Syria. Defensive in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: Assad regime, ISIS, military presence, Russia, Syria, US talks

Powerful Earthquake Strikes Chile Triggering Tsunami Fears

September 17, 2021 By Angela T

A powerful 8.3 magnitude earthquake has been registered in Chile and has created a 16 feet high wave, triggering fears of a tsunami as far away as California and meaning over 1 million people have had to be evacuated. So far there have been five confirmed deaths after the quake hit on Wednesday night. The epicentre was 29 miles to the west of Illapel, according to the US Geological Survey. Most of the fatalities were in the town, where houses suffered a large amount of damage. Waves The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: Chile, Coquimbo, earthquake, epicentre, tsunami

Two Hot Years to Come Predict Climate Experts

September 15, 2022 By Angela T

According to research conducted by the UK’s Met Office, the next two years could be the hottest on record globally. It predicts that there are major changes in the climate system around the globe with greenhouse gases having a growing impact on the natural trends of climate. The research shows that a major El Nino event is building up in the Pacific and this is expected to have a knock on effect around the world. Yet despite this, summers across Europe could actually be cooler while the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: climate change, El Nino, global warming, surface temperatures

New Human-like Species Found in South African Cave

September 12, 2022 By Angela T

Scientists have found the remains of a new human-like species in a cave system in South Africa that may be a burial chamber. There are 15 partial skeletons in the spot, the largest single discovery of this nature on the continent and could, according to those responsible for the find, change our ideas of our ancestors. The studies have been published in the Elife and indicate that these ancestors may have been capable of ritual behaviour. Homo naledi The species has been given the name … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life Tagged With: Cradle of Humankind, evolution, Homo naledi, human ancestors, primitive humans

New iPad and iPhones Unveiled at Apple Event

September 10, 2022 By Angela T

Apple has unveiled the latest models of it iPad tablet and iPhone smartphone at its annual event along with its new TV box that has its very own app store. The new version of the iPhone will have a screen able to detect how firmly the screen is being pressed while the new iPad Pro will be ideal for work tasks as well as video games and watching movies, even editing them. The new ‘3D touch’ feature of the smartphone will ‘transform’ the user experience according to the company, making it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Tech Tagged With: Apple, Apple TV, iPad, iPhone, latest devices, new smartphone, new tablet

Neolithic Stones Near Stonehenge Could be Largest Found

September 8, 2022 By Angela T

The famous standing stones of Stonehenge are familiar the world around as one of the most outstanding Neolithic remains we know. But now scientists working around the site have discovered that it is actually a mere part of a larger site, destined to be the largest Neolithic monument discovered in Britain. The stones are some 4500 years old and some measure up to 15 feet in length. They were discovered under three feet of earth at Durrington Walls, known as the ‘superhenge’. Researchers say … [Read more...]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: ancient sites, Durrington Walls, Neolithic monuments, standing stones, Stonehenge

Jubilant Scenes as Migrants Reach Austria

September 5, 2022 By Angela T

There were cheers and jubilant scenes as busloads of migrants finally reached the border between Hungary and Austria early Saturday. Weary and clutching their new meagre belongings, the migrants left the buses in the rain and walked over the border to Nicklesdorf, where waiting locals cheered. Convoy buses were waiting for them with food and supplies along with the Austrian Red Cross who has medical supplies and blankets. Around 3000 people arrived in the early hours of Saturday, according … [Read more...]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: Austria, fleeing war, Germany, Hungary, illegal immigrants, migrant crisis, Syria

Chaotic Scenes in Hungary as Migrant Crisis Worsens

September 3, 2022 By Angela T

There have been scuffles to the west of the Hungarian capital of Budapest as police tried to get a group of migrants to leave a train at a refugee camp as the migrant crisis across Europe continues to worsen. The police ordered journalists to leave the area amid the chaotic scenes as they declared it an ‘operation zone’. The train in question had left Budapest just hours before when police allowed the migrants to board following a two-day long standoff. The scenes come while European … [Read more...]

Filed Under: World Tagged With: European Union, Germany, Hungary, Mediterranean Sea, migrant crisis