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Bird flu still a menace in Asia and beyond Thought bird flu was gone? Recent human deaths in Asia and Egypt are a reminder that the H5N1 virus is still alive and dangerous, and Vietnam is grappling with a new strain that has outsmarted vaccines used to protect poultry flocks.Ten people have died in Cambodia, Indonesia, Egypt, China and Vietnam since December during the prime-time flu season when the virus typically flares in poultry."We are
Europe freeze extends India sojourn of migratory birds
, Feb 16 (IANS) Migratory birds from Europe and Siberia landed at the Sultanpur National Park in September as usual, but are expected to stay around for longer this year. The reason -- unusual snowfall in their homelands. Over 250 species of birds are currently seen in the park, say ornithologists.
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Actor who was Mr. Pitt on 'Seinfeld' dies at 77
Ian Abercrombie, a veteran British stage and screen actor whose TV roles included Elaine's boss Mr. Pitt on "Seinfeld" and the voice of Chancellor Palpatine in the animated TV series "Star Wars:
Himachal to count its feathered guests this month
Himachal Pradesh is going to hold a unique event - a race to spot and count feathered guests at the Pong dam wetlands in the Kangra Valley over two days from Jan 30.
Scientists pause research with lab-bred bird flu
Scientists who created easier-to-spread versions of the deadly bird flu said Friday they're temporarily halting more research, as international specialists debate what should happen next. |
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