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Scientists warn ‘mirror life’ bacteria could pose a serious threat to life on earth

Scientists warn ‘mirror life’ bacteria could pose a serious threat to life on earth

The team of researchers involved in the study have called for a global debate on the work. A group of world-leading scientists have called for a halt on research to create ‘mirror life’ microbes after they discovered that it poses a significant risk to human and animal life. Microbiologists fear that this bacteria could infect […]

1 year ago

Salmonella found in world’s biggest chocolate factory stopping production

Salmonella found in world’s biggest chocolate factory stopping production

The company does not believe that contaminated products are on the shelves Production has been forced to stop at the world’s biggest chocolate factory after salmonella bacteria was discovered and may be in circulation. The factory, located in the Belgian town of Wieze, produces liquid chocolate in wholesale batches for over 70 clients, including Hershey, […]

4 years ago

Your dog’s kisses may contain a superbug that could kill you, study says

Your dog’s kisses may contain a superbug that could kill you, study says

You shouldn’t let your dog lick your plate either – it could have serious consequences You might think it’s cute to have kisses with your dog – but your pooch’s mouth could contain germs that end up killing you, according to a new study. Researchers from the UK Royal Veterinary College and the University of […]

4 years ago

A warning sign of a mass extinction event is on the rise, scientists warn

A warning sign of a mass extinction event is on the rise, scientists warn

There are signs that point towards a similar prehistoric event referred to as the ‘Great Dying’ Scientists are worried that the current impact the human race is having on the planet could be leading to an ecological disaster that would result in the mass extinction of life on Earth. According to a Nature Communications study […]

4 years ago