President Sheikh Mohamed discusses Iranian missile attacks with world leaders

President Sheikh Mohamed on Tuesday discussed Iran’s missile attacks against the UAE in a phone call with Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, and Dr Natasa Pirc Musar, President of Slovenia. The leaders discussed developments in the region and the repercussions of escalating military action, as well as the impact on international shipping and the … Read more

Harvard professor warns of blindness link to weight loss drugs

A renowned Harvard professor has said advances being made in anti-ageing science could help patients left blinded by rare eye conditions to see again. David Sinclair, a professor in the department of genetics at the prestigious US university, told Dubai’s World Governments Summit that developments in the field were crucial, amid concerns over a rise … Read more

UAE launches $3 million global drive to protect dugongs and other threatened species

A multi-million-dollar drive to safeguard dugongs in the UAE and other threatened species has been unveiled by the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund and Mubadala, the Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund. As part of the efforts, a UAE Conservation Leaders programme is being launched to support early-career conservationists, and the fund is also supporting … Read more

Make-up’s ancient history discovered in Omani shells

Dr Michele Degli Esposti excavating a late pre-Islamic grave at the Salut archaeological site in Oman, where shells were found that revealed ancient cosmetic habits. Photo: Dr Michele Degli EspostiDr Michele Degli Esposti excavating a late pre-Islamic grave at the Salut archaeological site in Oman, where shells were found that revealed ancient cosmetic habits. Photo: … Read more

How new headsets could help alleviate workplace stress and hold back dementia

Dr Jamil El-Imad, a professor who has developed a brain training device to keep dementia at bay. Antonie Robertson/The NationalDr Jamil El-Imad, a professor who has developed a brain training device to keep dementia at bay. Antonie Robertson/The National Imperial College scientist hopes Dream Machine device can be taken up by UAE firms Source link

Is vaping causing a new wave of sleep disorders?

A rise in the use of electronic cigarettes could result in people failing to get enough sleep. Getty ImagesA rise in the use of electronic cigarettes could result in people failing to get enough sleep. Getty Images Science of sleep shows electronic cigarettes can cause insomnia, and how technology may be able to help Source … Read more