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How Herpes cells are being used to fight cancer

Wednesday, 27 May 2015 20:21

A 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 16:37

A 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 16:16

The 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 12:40

More 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 17:08

If 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 15:53

Facial 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 10:27

Same-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 16:16

A former Venezuelan beauty queen with a law degree died on the streets after spending the last 15 years of her life homeless.

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