Australian researchers confirm stress makes you sick

Wednesday, December 7, 2005 Australian researchers say they have scientifically proven that stress causes sickness. The Garvan Institute in Sydney has discovered that a hormone, known as neuropeptide Y, (NPY) is released into the body during times of stress. Their findings show the hormone can stop the immune system from functioning properly. “Neuropeptide Y is […]

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Wikinews Shorts: November 13, 2008

A compilation of brief news reports for Thursday, November 13, 2008. Contents 1 Study shows that carrying excess fat around waist increases risk of early death 2 EU abolishes rules banning oddly-shaped fruit 3 Vase bought for £1 sells for £32,450 4 Blackwater may pay financial penalties for improper arms shipments  Contribute to Wikinews by expanding […]

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Switching Internet Providers?

Read More About: Packaging Machinery Usa Automated Packaging Machinery Us Submitted by: Dara Ensign Looking for Digis reviews? Well you should be. Let me tell you why: if you’re looking for a new internet service, Digis reviews are the first place you should look. If you aren’t doing the research, how can you expect to […]

Australian government announces study of tax system

Monday, February 27, 2006 The Australian federal treasurer, Peter Costello, has announced a study to compare the Australian taxation system with those of other countries. It will include overall tax levels, as well as indirect tax, income tax and company tax systems. Mr Costello says that the results are intended to inform discussion of the […]

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Immigration Detainees on Hunger Strike in Oxford UK

Thursday, June 15, 2006 One hundred and twenty detainees at an immigration removal centre in Oxford, UK, are on hunger strike. The protest started when some detainees refused breakfast on Wednesday 14th June 2006. A letter from the hunger strikers explaining why they are seeking to draw attention to their plight in this way has […]

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Anti-terrorism raids in New Zealand

Monday, October 15, 2007 Around 17 people were arrested and a number of guns and weapons were seized earlier this morning (NZDT) at “terrorist” training camps and anarchist group homes following raids by the New Zealand Police around the country. The raids were under the Terrorism Suppression Act 2002 and Arms Act. The raids, conducted […]

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The Enduring Appeal Of Home Heating Oil In Hartford, Ct

Read More About: Organic Beauty Products Argan Life byAlma Abell While Connecticut might tend to be a bit balmier than the New England states farther to the north, it still gets cold enough for most people in the winter. Freezing temperatures are to be expected throughout great stretches of the winter months, so guarding against […]

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