Young sea lion recovers from shark bite, returns to ocean

A feisty young sea lion is back in the Northern California wild after five weeks of rehabilitation to treat a severe shark bite, domoic acid poisoning and malnutrition.

source https://phys.org/news/2020-12-young-sea-lion-recovers-shark.html

Imaging of ballistic wounds, bullet composition and implications for MRI safety

According to an article in ARRS' American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR), because patients with ballistic embedded fragments are frequently denied MRI (due to indeterminate bullet composition sans shell casings), radiography and CT can be used to identify nonferromagnetic projectiles that are safe for MRI.

Ripples in space-time could provide clues to missing components of the universe

There's something a little off about our theory of the universe. Almost everything fits, but there's a fly in the cosmic ointment, a particle of sand in the infinite sandwich. Some scientists think the culprit might be gravity—and that subtle ripples in the fabric of space-time could help us find the missing piece.

source https://phys.org/news/2020-12-ripples-space-time-clues-components-universe.html

Mallard to go? Dig of Pompeii fast-food place reveals tastes

A fast-food eatery at Pompeii has been excavated, helping to reveal dishes that were popular for the citizens of the ancient Roman city who were partial to eating out.

source https://phys.org/news/2020-12-mallard-pompeii-fast-food-reveals.html

2020 weather disasters boosted by climate change: report

The ten costliest weather disasters worldwide this year saw insured damages worth $150 billion, topping the figure for 2019 and reflecting a long-term impact of global warming, according to a report Monday.

source https://phys.org/news/2020-12-weather-disasters-boosted-climate.html

Trump, under pressure, signs $900 bn Covid relief bill

After delaying for nearly a week and under pressure from all sides, US President Donald Trump finally signed a massive $900 billion stimulus bill Sunday, in a long-sought boost for millions of Americans and businesses battered by the coronavirus pandemic.

source https://phys.org/news/2020-12-trump-pressure-bn-covid-relief.html

Amid pandemic, Pacific islands work to offset food shortages

Coronavirus infections have barely touched many of the remote islands of the Pacific, but the pandemic's fallout has been enormous, disrupting the supply chain that brings crucial food imports and sending prices soaring as tourism wanes.

source https://phys.org/news/2020-12-pandemic-pacific-islands-offset-food.html

Voting Open for First Shoutout of the Week on DTR Inc.'s Radio Station Rock on Neon Radio

Rock on Neon Radio's new schedule starts January 1, 2021. The station's motto is “some that you recognize, some that you've hardly even heard of,” a quote from the song Celluloid Heroes by The Kinks. [PR.com]

Bell, Book and Camera Productions Releases Documentary on Famed Concert Series

"This Sacred Place" tells the story of Old Lynn Concerts. [PR.com]

Loveforce International Signs Multi-Genre Recording Artist Ami Cannon

Loveforce International Signs Multi-Genre Recording Artist Ami Cannon to a recording contract, an Administrative Co-Publishing, and book deal. [PR.com]

Marcie Manfredonia-Siciliano Honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Marcie Manfredonia-Siciliano of Bedford Hills, New York has been honored as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R (Professional Organization of Woman of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of construction maintenance, custom candles, and CBD products. About Marcie Manfredonia-Siciliano Marcie Manfredonia-Siciliano is the owner of Nationwide Maintenance, which is a woman [PR.com]

Conversations with Philatelists Wins Philatelic Traders’ Society Creative Concept of the Year Award

The Philatelic Traders’ Society held their first annual philatelic awards this year. These awards mark a pivotal point in the hobby, which has seen a booming increase in engagement this year, and sets apart those that have truly pioneered this new golden age of philately that is currently emerging. [PR.com]

Edgy Dramedy "Edgar" by Backbone Trail Arts to Start Production in 2021

Is it a nightmare? Or, is it just family? [PR.com]