Tag: dramatic
Dramatic day ushers in a fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire after 15 months of war
After 15 months of war that began with a brutal attack on Israel by Hamas and ended with much of the Gaza Strip levelled by Israel, a ceasefire came into effect on Sunday that saw three women hostages released from Gaza and 90 Palestinians expected to be freed from Israeli jails in return. For two…
Pink Fire Retardant, a Dramatic Wildfire Weapon, Poses Its Own Dangers
Los Angeles Wildfires It’s widely used because it can slow flames in ways that water can’t. But it also contains heavy metals and other harmful compounds. By Hiroko Tabuchi From above the raging flames, these planes can unleash immense tankfuls of bright pink fire retardant in just 20 seconds. They have long been considered vital in…
Study: Cash handouts have a dramatic impact on the deadliest infectious disease
By Gabrielle Emanuel What if the best medicine isn’t a pill or vaccine — but it’s cold cash? There’s a growing body of research that suggests economic programs that give money to very poor people can have major health benefits. Now, a new study — out on Friday in Nature Medicine — proves this approach…