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Zika Virus News, Update: Recent Studies On Mosquito-Related Virus More Confusing As Findings Drastically Differ

By Donna Belle - Dec 19, 2016 04:20 AM EST

This article highlights the drastic difference of the findings of recent studies on the Zika virus. It also tackles the possible reasons for the confusion and the urgency of developing clear and similar methodoligies of the studies.

Rio Olympic 2016

By Lord Justin Castillo - Aug 20, 2016 04:27 PM EDT

Broken Leg but not a Broken Spirit.

Kenya Non-Compliant Amidst Pressure from World Anti-Doping Agency

By Jenn Loro - May 14, 2016 11:22 AM EDT

Kenya has just been tagged as ‘non-compliant’ by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) after repeatedly violating anti-doping rules in sports and passing a highly-flawed anti-doping legislation. Despite its non-compliance, the International Athletics Association Federation (IAAF) still gave the Kenyan athletes the green light to participate in the much awaited Rio Olympics this summer.

Zika Update: Some Symptoms You Need To Know

By Jenn Loro - May 13, 2016 08:49 AM EDT

A group of New York-based doctors have published their findings involving Zika symptoms they have observed in a patient. Knowing what to look for is important as the approaching mosquito season may lead to a sudden upsurge of Zika outbreaks across the United States.

WhatsApp Brazil Shuts Down For 72 Hours: Here's Why

By Jenn Loro - May 04, 2016 12:04 PM EDT

For the second time, a regional court in Brazil has ordered telecom companies in the Brazil to block access to the country’s most popular messaging service, the Facebook-owned WhatsApp for 72 hours. The ongoing dispute has been raging on for months as Brazilian authorities felt frustrated for not being able to gain access to WhatsApp’s encrypted data they need to pursue criminal investigations.

WhatsApp Invades Brazil

By Jenn Loro - Apr 19, 2016 10:41 AM EDT

WhatsApp has recently become Brazil’s primary means of communicating among mobile users. Meanwhile, WhatsApp just announced the addition of encryption to ensure the protection of privacy of its users.

Eminem News: Rapper's First Intro Of 'Fack' In Brazil Met Mixed Reactions

By Jenn Loro - Mar 16, 2016 10:13 AM EDT

Eminem’s recent tactics of the Lollapalooza Brazil did not seem to appeal the audience. Instead of performing time-tested hits, he performed his latest single, ‘Fack’ said to contain highly-sexual lyrics.

Stillborn Without Brain In Brazil Adds To Zika Concerns

By Peter R - Feb 27, 2016 08:10 PM EST

The case study of a premature newborn without brain and fluid filled cavities hints at zika connection.

Joint U.S. and Brazil Teams Begin Study into Zika-Microcephaly Link

By Cheri Cheng - Feb 23, 2016 12:46 PM EST

Health official from the United States and Brazil have begun their joint efforts to study the link between the Zika virus and microcephaly.

Brazil, U.S. Reach Agreement on Production of Zika Vaccine

By Cheri Cheng - Feb 11, 2016 04:17 PM EST

Brazil and a U.S. research hospital in Texas have signed an agreement to create a Zika vaccine.

After Ban WhatsApp Restored In Brazil

By Peter R - Dec 17, 2015 03:36 PM EST

The ban was imposed for non-compliance with investigations against the country's largest criminal organization.

Swedish jet sale corruption charged

By David Allen - Oct 20, 2015 09:40 AM EDT

A non-government organization (NGO) in Sweden has alleged that there was corruption in the sales of the country's Saab-made Gripen fighter jets to Thailand.

Seven New Species Of Frog That Simply Refuse to Grow Found in Brazil

By Peter R - Jun 06, 2015 03:36 PM EDT

The miniature frogs belong to the genus Brachycephalus. The frogs are being threatened due climate change impact on cloud forests.

WHO: Avoid The 'Caesarean Epidemic'

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 13, 2015 09:41 AM EDT

Too many women are submitting to C-Sections, even when it is not necessary.

Xiaomi Is Entering U.S. With Earphones and Bands, Plans To Secure a Manufacturing Partner in Brazil

By Kamal Nayan - Feb 12, 2015 09:47 PM EST

Xiaomi - the Chinese smartphone sensation - is entering the market of U.S but starting small. The company will begin selling headphones, smart wristbands and other accessories in the coming months.

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