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How Herpes cells are being used to fight cancer
Wednesday, 27 May 2015 20:21A genetically modified strain of herpes can kill cancer cells and stop tumors from growing, according to new research. The strain, called T-Vec, was used to treat patients with melanoma as part of one of the final phases of testing of a new drug.
Bee king breaks own world record with 109 kg 'bee suit'
Tuesday, 26 May 2015 16:37A Chinese beekeeper broke his own Guinness World Record after wearing a 109.5 kg "bee suit" in Tai'an, Shandong Province on May 25.
Abbot mauled by big cat at 'Tiger Temple'
Tuesday, 26 May 2015 16:16The beautiful and unbelievably tame residents of 'Tiger Temple' in Thailand have become a staple part of the southeast Asian backpacking experience.
Heatwave claims 600 lives in India
Tuesday, 26 May 2015 12:40More than 600 people have lost their lives in the past week in a sustained and severe heatwave in India.
Japan’s bizarre anti-crime orange balls
Monday, 25 May 2015 17:08If you happen to visit shops, commercial establishments, and even police stations in Japan, you might be baffled to discover bright orange baseball-sized orbs, generally placed next to the cash register. But they won’t be for sale, because believe it or not, they’re actually anti-crime devices!
Kunsag Beard Festival in Hungary
Monday, 25 May 2015 15:53Facial hair is often criticised for being scruffy and unhygienic, but for these men, it is a way of life.
Ireland votes overwhelmingly in favor of same-sex marriage
Monday, 25 May 2015 10:27Same-sex couples will soon be able to walk down the aisle in the Emerald Isle.
Venezuelan beauty queen dies on the streets
Saturday, 23 May 2015 16:16A former Venezuelan beauty queen with a law degree died on the streets after spending the last 15 years of her life homeless.