August2021
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Canada to take in 20,000 Afghan refugees targeted by Taliban
Aug 14, 2021As militants moved across the country, taking major cities, Canada announced Friday that it will take in up to 20,000 Afghan refugees, including women leaders, government officials, and others who face Taliban threats. “The situation in... -
US authorized Covid boosters for those with weakened immune systems
Aug 14, 2021The United States authorized an extra dose of the Covid-19 vaccine for people with weakened immune systems overnight Thursday to Friday, as the country struggles to thwart the Delta variant. Emergency use authorization for a third... -
Bangladesh govt takes elaborate programmes to observe National Mourning Day
Aug 14, 2021The government has planned elaborate programs to commemorate the 46th martyrdom anniversary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and National Mourning Day on August 15 with respect and solemnity while adhering to health rules. The national flag... -
Carbon Cybernetics has designed a brain implant to predict and prevent epileptic seizures
Aug 14, 2021Carbon Cybernetics has created an implanted gadget that can monitor individual brain cells’ activity. The firm is working on a device that will predict and prevent epileptic seizures. An array of 32 flexible carbon fibre electrodes...