A team of archaeologists have found evidence of early human activity at a partially fossilized prehistoric forest in the Lionacleit in Benbecula, Western Isles. As per the researchers, during studies of the site in 2018, they found an ancient site, where animals had been butchered and stone tools used for preparing food. After the discovery in Scotland, the team described it as "extra special." The findings include a bone with a piece of quartz from a stone tool as well as a quern stone, which is believed to be used as a grinding tool to prepare food. A local resident Ann Corrrance Monk informed The Scottish Coastal Archaeology and the Problem of Erosion (Scape) Trust, which is a charity that works out of the University of St Andrews, about the ancient remains. "An unexpected discovery during the fieldwork was the realisation that archaeological remains survived in the intertidal zone," said a research fellow at Scape, Joanna Hambly. In addition, she said, "These include a wall, the … [Read more...] about Archaeologists find sub-fossilized prehistoric forest in Scotland
6 Stomach Pains You Should Never Ignore
× Food & Drink Home & Living Money Parenting Relationships Style & Beauty Travel Wellness Work/Life Finds MORE FROM HUFFPOST News Politics Entertainment Communities Opinion HuffPost Personal Videos ©2019 Oath Inc. All rights reserved. HuffPost News × 6 Stomach Pains You Should Never Ignore Wellness Experts share the telltale signs that you need to go to the doctor. By Beth Krietsch 01/17/2019 05:45am ET For most people, stomach aches are a regular part of life. But beyond the acute, temporary discomfort that we’ve all experienced, there are also several forms of abdominal pain that can be a sign of a serious health issue and shouldn’t be ignored. That said, it can be pretty tricky to figure out if your stomach pain is the type that will resolve on its own or if you need to see your doctor. Here’s the lowdown on six types of stomach pain you don’t want to brush aside: … [Read more...] about 6 Stomach Pains You Should Never Ignore
Justin Rogers’ top 30 free-agent targets for the Detroit Lions
Justin Rogers The Detroit News Published 5:52 AM EST Jan 17, 2019 The NFL salary cap for 2019 hasn’t been established, but the Detroit Lions stand to have about $31 million in cap space, not including the money they will spend on draft picks. That gives the Lions a fairly high degree of flexibility in the free-agent market. In the gallery here, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News identifies, in order, the top 30 potential best fits for the Lions in free agency this offseason. Go here if you are having trouble viewing the gallery. MORE COVERAGE Tough cuts? Important salary, roster decisions loom for Lions Rogers: Futures of Stafford, Patricia, Quinn ride on new Lions OC Bevell Detroit Lions name Darrell Bevell new offensive coordinator Lions go for Michigan’s Rashan Gary in mock draft … [Read more...] about Justin Rogers’ top 30 free-agent targets for the Detroit Lions
US alarmed as Zimbabwe targets, beats activists amid unrest
Farai Mutsaka, Associated Press Updated 4:45 am CST, Thursday, January 17, 2019 An injured man on a stretcher is loaded into a medical vehicle to be taken to hospital after being being beaten by soldiers in the Sizinda Township, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Wednesday, Jan 16, 2019. Widespread reports of violence continued as Zimbabwe faced a third day of protests over what has become the world's most expensive gasoline. less An injured man on a stretcher is loaded into a medical vehicle to be taken to hospital after being being beaten by soldiers in the Sizinda Township, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Wednesday, Jan 16, 2019. Widespread ... more Photo: KB Mpofu, AP Photo: KB Mpofu, AP Image 1 of / 4 Caption Close Image 1 of 4 An injured man on a stretcher is loaded into a medical vehicle to be taken … [Read more...] about US alarmed as Zimbabwe targets, beats activists amid unrest
University of Minnesota tests ‘smart’ pills to give cancer patients a nudge
Pharmacists at University of Minnesota Health are attaching digital sensors to chemotherapy pills to detect when cancer patients are forgetting or falling behind on tumor-killing medications. So-called smart pills have been used to improve “medication adherence” for patients with heart problems or mental disorders, but the U became the first to test their effectiveness with oral chemotherapy. The technology could significantly improve cancer care because the timing and dosage of chemotherapy is critical, said Dr. Edward Greeno, who directs the U’s oncology service line. “The therapy window — the difference between what’s too much and too little — can be pretty narrow,” he said. “You want to know [the drugs are] being given right.” Ingestible sensors are affixed to the pills, then send signals to receiver patches that patients wear on their bellies. The receivers send the drug-consumption information to patients’ mobile … [Read more...] about University of Minnesota tests ‘smart’ pills to give cancer patients a nudge