Monthly Archives: July 2020

Coronavirus: unlocking the secrets of how bats survive viruses

Image copyright Olivier Farcy Screenshot Largest mouse-eared bat catches insects in flight Scientists have deciphered the genetic blueprints for six of the world’s bats. Their life codes contain genetic clues to their “exceptional immunity”, which protects them against deadly viruses. The researchers hope to use the information to decipher the …

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Mets’ Marcus Stroman placed in IL before opening day

The Mets’ rotation, and by extension the playoff hopes, took a damaging hit Wednesday, when an MRI scan revealed that Marcus Stroman has a left calf tear that is expected to mark him for several weeks, such as minimum. In a 60-game season that begins on Friday, that could mean …

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Clint Eastwood sues CBD sellers over use of name, image

LOS ANGELES (AP) – Clint Eastwood sued several companies selling CBD supplements on Wednesday, alleging they are falsely using his name and image to push products that he would never agree to endorse. Two lawsuits filed in federal court in Los Angeles include allegations that companies have released false articles …

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