Scientists sequence avian flu genome found in Antarctica
Washington DC (UPI) Aug 15, 2025
A team of Chilean scientists has sequenced the first complete genomes of the H5N1 avian influenza virus found in birds in Antarctica. ... more
New York declares total war on prolific rat population
New York Aug 9, 2025
New York is waging a war on multiple fronts to combat the near ubiquitous rats that plague city streets and the subways, leaving some residents afraid to let their children walk on sidewalks. ... more
Chikungunya in China: What you need to know
Beijing (AFP) Aug 6, 2025
Cases of chikungunya fever are rising in southern China, prompting local authorities to take measures to curb its spread. ... more