Myopia in children: Expert advice and new advances in vision care
Myopia control soft contact lenses have proven to be effective in slowing down the progression of myopia among children.
Sat Aug 17 2024
Historic development: Afghanistan's disappearing box cameras
The golden age of box cameras in Afghanistan came when compulsory national service was introduced in the 1950s.
Sun Nov 21 2021
These connected glasses help cyclists keep their eyes on the road
The glasses will offer a head-up display system that shows riders all kinds of information, such as speed or GPS navigation data.
Tue Oct 26 2021
Hummingbird sanctuary provides respite from stresses of Bogota city life
Bird watchers delight in watching the tiny creatures flutter their wings through binoculars and capturing them with camera lenses.
Tue Dec 01 2020
Contact lens guidelines available to public by year-end
The guidelines are put in place to protect consumers from substandard lenses which are readily available from illegal sources.
Sat Oct 22 2016
The eyes have it: scientists grow lenses from stem cells
People suffering vision loss may one day have new corneas and lenses grown from their own cells.
Thu Mar 10 2016
'Safe' screens touted for those who just can't look away
Electronics giants are turning crisis to an opportunity -- quickly declaring that their latest products feature "safe" screens.
Sun Sep 06 2015
Google granted patent for contact lens
This week the US patent authorities granted Google its patent to make contact lenses.
Thu Mar 26 2015
New glasses bring color to the colorblind
EnChroma this week announced a new line of EnChroma Cx eyewear intended for the colorblind to safely engage in sports and other activities.
Sat Dec 13 2014
What happens when you don't clean your contacts
Americans make nearly a million doctor's appointments and emergency room visits a year for eye infections, most of them due to the improper use and care of contact lenses.
Thu Nov 20 2014
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024