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Register for our free newsletterLAUGHING together like best pals, Euan and Arran Macleod clearly know a thing or two about the special bond of brothers. Because each has been the other’s hero throughout years of surgery and treatment for a life-limiting illness. Euan, 11, and Arran, 8, from Thurso, missed out on years of their childhood after both being diagnosed with Chronic Granulomatous Disorder (CGD), a rare disorder which affects six in one million people – and means the body can’t fight bacterial or fungal infection. Everyday things can pose a risk of severe and life-threatening illness. At one point it was thought Euan wouldn’t see his teenage years and Arran would be lucky to make it to his thirties. But today they’re thriving and a smile spreads across their mother Janet’s face as she watches them play in the autumn leaves, something that would, in the past, have risked their health. “We’re just so lucky to have them both … [Read more...] about “We are so lucky to have them here”: Brothers missed out on years of childhood thanks to rare disorder

A search is underway right now in Fremont for a homicide suspect after one person was found dead inside a home.Fremont Police made the discovery early this morning after a witness reported hearing gunshots on Charleston Way. A large perimeter has now been set up in the area and we're told a search is underway for a male suspect.Fremont Police are using a drone to help find this suspect. Anyone with information is asked to call Fremont Police.ABC7 News Reporter Matt Keller will have a live report from the scene coming up at 4:30AM on ABC7 Mornings. … [Read more...] about Manhunt underway in Fremont following overnight homicide

WASHINGTON -- A Pentagon spokesman says authorities found at least two packages suspected of containing ricin, a poison made from castor beans.Spokesman Chris Sherwood said the FBI was investigating and few details were available. He said the packages had been found Monday at a delivery facility that is on the Pentagon grounds but not inside the main building that includes the offices of the defense secretary. Sherwood said the packages were addressed to a person at the Pentagon. He would not reveal the name.Ricin is part of the waste "mash" produced when castor oil is made. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, if it is made into a partially purified material or refined, ricin can be used as a weapon capable of causing death under certain circumstances. … [Read more...] about Packages that may contain ricin found on Pentagon grounds

Data Processing Analyst- The DHS Program: The DHS Program has the following job opportunities available: Position: Data Processing Analyst Job Description Vysnova Partners is seeking a highly motivated Data Processing Specialist with the Demographic and Health Surveys project. The Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) project assists developing countries toimplement household-based surveys in the areas of maternal and child health, family planning, HIV/AIDS, malaria, and nutrition. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain software systems for data entry, editing, imputation, and analysis for paper based population surveys in developing countries Develop and support PDA and tablet based computer-aided interviewing systems in developing countries Build capacity in implementing agencies worldwide via workshops and seminars on data use and survey processing Produce data analysis to support country report production Carry out data archiving and provide technical support for data … [Read more...] about Data Processing Analyst- The DHS Program

Endeavour Leadership Program, Australia 2018 : The ELP is the Australian Government’s two-way mobility program for short and long-term study, research and professional development with Australia’s priority partner countries. The ELP supports Australia’s first National Strategy for International Education 2025 (the Strategy). The Strategy sets out a 10-year plan for developing Australia as a global leader in education, training and research, through making transformative partnerships (Pillar 2 of the Strategy), and expanding student, education and training professional and research mobility (Action 6.2 of the Strategy). The ELP provides opportunities for established and emerging leaders to undertake a global mobility experience within their study, research or professional field. Endeavour Leaders will have the opportunity to build enduring international networks, strengthen education and research engagement between Australia and priority countries, and enhance … [Read more...] about Endeavour Leadership Program, Australia 2018