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Typhoon Nuri shuts down Hong Kong

Typhoon Nuri has shut down Hong Kong today, as gale-force winds hit the financial hub of the city and disrupted hundreds of flights.The signal was upgraded to a Number 9, which is one short of a direct hit, and...

created by Amy Judd | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago
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Crisis looms for airlines

For anyone who has been paying attention, the perils of peak oil have been obvious for some time now. But if you think you're getting pinched at the pump imagine what it must be like to fuel up a 747? ...

created by mtippett | 3 years ago | updated 3 years ago
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Infant car-seats may cause breathing problems

"AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Dec. 8 -- When infants take lengthy naps in child safety seats, the babies may risk life-threatening oxygen desaturation, according to a small study. Action Points * Explain to parents that this study suggests they should not leave infants sleeping...