Brain scans of some unresponsive hospital patients show detectable activity

When a patient with a brain injury is unresponsive, doctors turn to certain basic tests to see if they could still have some awareness: calling their name, clapping near their ear or inserting a cotton swab in their nose. The study looked at 353 patients who, from the outside, seemed to have lost consciousness due Continue reading

Bear Grylls Meets President Zelenskyy review: TV action man eager to set the world to rights

But under the facial fuzz, it’s still the same Grylls Irish viewers will recognise from Running Wild with Bear Grylls, Bear Grylls Survival Story and other dollops of small-screen derring-do. He remains, in other words, the light entertainment equivalent of Tigger from Winnie the Pooh, bounding into the danger zones relying on nothing beyond a Continue reading

You don’t have to go far: Montreal has European flair with a personality all its own

The city is easy to get to and to get around, with a variety of transportation options. Montreal has an indie spirit, with a culture of supporting small business. “Analogous Destinations” is a four-part series showcasing comparable, cost-effective options to popular travel destinations. If you’d like to contribute to our future reporting and share your Continue reading

Vice President Kamala Harris to formally accept Democratic nomination this week

Chicago mayor says Democrats have ‘privilege’ of anti-Israel protesters bringing ‘grievances’ to DNC Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said Democrats “can handle” anti-Israel protests descending on the Windy City during the Democratic National Convention, adding that the party has the “privilege” of demonstrators coming to “bring their grievances” to Democratic leadership. “In fact, the city of Continue reading

Kamala Harris and Nancy Pelosi: How America’s most powerful women look to make history again

Kamala Harris and Nancy Pelosi: How America’s most powerful women look to make history again Show Caption Hide Caption Voters weigh in on how a Trump, Harris presidential debate will go Young voters are weighing in on their expectations for the first debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris WASHINGTON – They made history once Continue reading

5 things to watch for at the Democratic National Convention

The gathering marks an opportunity for Democrats to ride the good vibes around Harris, who last month was elevated as the party’s de facto nominee after President Joe Biden ended his own bid. Beyond highlighting the party’s marquee figures, the event could also offer a platform for protesters critical of the administration’s handling of the Continue reading

Dem strategists say Harris needs to ensure she’s ‘striking the right balance’ at DNC, seize on ‘momentum’

Vice President Kamala Harris needs to ensure she is “striking the right balance” at the Democratic National Convention, with Democratic strategists explaining it is “critical” for her to share her record with the voters, while focusing on the future and enhancing her “momentum” as the race formally enters the general election. The Democratic National Convention Continue reading

Covid 19 India: Even record death toll may hide extent of India’s Covid crisis

Data vs cremations Counting struggles Bodies piling up at crematoriums and burial grounds across India are sparking concerns that the death toll from a ferocious new Covid-19 wave may be much higher than official records, underplaying the scale of a resurgence that is overwhelming the country’s medical system.Several cities across the South Asian nation have Continue reading

Harris and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on top issues in presidential race

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris has replaced President Joe Biden atop the presidential ticket, but his “finish the job” campaign mantra can still largely apply to her top policy goals. Former President Donald Trump, for his part, is itching to get back to the White House and accomplish what he didn’t during his Continue reading

The trash in Mali’s capital is piling up. Donkey carts are coming to help

BAMAKO, Mali (AP) — When handling the garbage of a city of over 3 million people and equipped with little more than a face mask and gloves, it helps to have a sense of humor. Yacouba Diallo decided to name the two donkeys that pull his cart after his cousins, Keita and Kanté. Hauling garbage Continue reading