October2019
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Du Plessis mulls substitute after 9 coin flip losses
Oct 18, 2019South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis says he may send out a substitute for the toss for Saturday’s match against India after nine straight losses flipping the coin in Asian Tests. The tourists are 2-0 down... -
Fatty tissue found in the lungs of overweight and obese people
Oct 18, 2019Fatty tissue has been found in the lungs of overweight and obese people for the first time. Australian researchers analyzed lung samples from 52 people and found the amount of fat increased in line with body... -
Tesla gets the green light to start manufacturing cars in China
Oct 18, 2019Tesla has been given the green light to start manufacturing its cars in China. The electric carmaker, which is run by billionaire Elon Musk, is building a $2bn (£1.5bn) factory in the eastern city of Shanghai.... -
The Vatican to launch “eRosary” bracelet
Oct 18, 2019The Vatican is hoping to pull in tech-savvy youngsters with the launch of an “eRosary” bracelet. The gadget, which costs $109 (£85), can be worn as a bracelet and is activated by making the sign of... -
China’s economy grew at a slower pace than expected in the third quarter
Oct 18, 2019China‘s economy grew at a slower pace than expected in the third quarter as it struggled with a US-led trade war and softer domestic demand. In the three months to September, the economy expanded 6% from... -
Qantas to operate the first direct flight from New York to Sydney this weekend
Oct 18, 2019A plane and its passengers are set to test the mental and physical limits of long-haul aviation when Qantas operates the first direct flight by a commercial airline from New York to Sydney this weekend. In...