New research shows people living in poorer areas are twice as likely to die from cancer.

As one who has campaigned for Seanad reform for over 30 years and played a role in the recent referendum I greatly regret that due to the fact of my temporary hospitalisation I cannot take part in today’s debate on Seanad reform led by Taoiseach Enda Kenny.

An artificial nose that can swiftly sniff out blood poisoning bacteria has been developed by scientists.

EDWARD Nino Hernandez is in many ways a typical 24-year-old Colombian male.

Edward Nino Hernandez is in many ways a typical 24-year-old Colombian male. He loves to dance, dreams of owning a car – preferably a Mercedes – and wants to see the world.

Former South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun, embroiled in a broadening corruption scandal, died from a fall today in the mountains behind his rural southern home. He left behind a suicide note, his lawyer said.

THE skeleton of what could be a new dinosaur species — a giant, Patagonian plant-eater — has been uncovered in Argentina. At more than 105 feet, it is among the largest ever found, scientists said yesterday.