Sue Jones

Aurora borealis? At this time of year, at this time of day, localized entirely within B.C.? Yes.

Bill Murtagh, a space weather forecaster with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in the U.S., says more displays of the aurora borealis will be visible in B.C. before the solar maximum in 2025.The aurora borealis over Pressy Lake in 100 Mile House, B.C. Bill Murtagh of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in the U.S. says the…

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COVID measures didn’t affect Campylobacter reports in France

The number of Campylobacter infections were not impacted by public health measures taken due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to French surveillance. Data published by Santé publique France comes from the National Reference Center (CNR) for Campylobacter and Helicobacter as well as outbreak notifications. A decrease in the number of strains compared to previous years…

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The 15 Best Hair Dryers, According to Hairstylists

This pricey yet powerful dryer from Dyson is really in a class of its own. It’s one of the quietest options you can buy, and many people rave about the sub-10-minute dry time. Understandably, it was the most popular hair dryer on our list by far, which our panel of hairstylists credited to its fast-drying…

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Here’s What Experts Really Think About ‘Personalized’ DNA Diets

When I google “DNA diet,” the first thing I see are four ads for various companies making vague claims about using genetic test results to create individualized food recommendations. These businesses are part of the growing personalized nutrition (or “precision nutrition”) trend, in which consumers are being sold wellness plans and/or products based on their…

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