Cart is empty NATION REPORTER THE National Revolution Party president Mr Cosmo Mumba, says it is hypocritical for the UPND government to bring back the constitutional amendment which they rejected under Bill 10. Mr Mumba regretted that the same document which they rejected is the same one they want to bring back. “It is hypocrisy on the part […]
Common medications may delay Parkinson’s onset
In a new Cedars-Sinai study of Parkinson’s disease patients, those who had taken common medications to control pain, blood pressure, diabetes or cholesterol saw their symptoms begin years later than patients who never took these medications. The investigators, whose work was published in the Journal of Neurology, say larger studies are needed to determine whether the drugs in fact delayed the onset of Parkinson’s.
We blundered, says HH
GIDEON NYENDWA PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has apologized to the nation on item seven of the proposed constitutional amendments to raise number nominated Members of Parliament beyond eight set by parliament. Speaking when he met the members of the House of Chiefs at Parliament, Mr Hichilema said it was an error on the part of his […]
Gov’t ignoring courts orders to prevent PF from contesting election – Miles
GIDEON NYENDWA THE UPND government is willingly abrogating the law and disobeying court orders so as to prevent the Patriotic Front (PF) from participating in by-elections, Miles Sampa has charged. Mr Sampa, the Matero PF Member of Parliament is claiming that key government officials, including Home Affairs Minister Jack Mwiimbu and his Permanent Secretary, Solicitor […]
Mathematical model demonstrates ratio of potassium to sodium intake key to regulating blood pressure
New research from the University of Waterloo suggests increasing the ratio of dietary potassium to sodium intake may be more effective for lowering blood pressure than simply reducing sodium intake.
Let’s negate vengeance, says Archbishop Banda
NATION REPORTER HIS Grace, Archbishop Dr Alick Banda has called on those in the corridors of authority and Zambians in general to work to negate the spirit of vengeance and retribution, stating that there is in power in mercy, compassion, forgiveness and silence. Archbishop Dr Banda says those in the corridors of authority should endeavor […]
Nawakwi died being politically persecuted, says Chitala
BARNABAS ZULU EDITH Nawawki was a victim of persecution for many years and died with several frivolous charges against her and Zambians would best honour her legacy by defending democratic constitutionalism and rejecting proposed constitutional amendments before the 2026 general election, Dr Mbita Chitala has said. Dr Chitala, one of Zambia’s veteran politicians has called […]
Teachers threaten countrywide strike
MERVIS MUSONDA THE National Action for Quality Education in Zambia (NAQEZ) has warned of a looming nationwide teachers’ strike following the government’s continued failure to upgrade over 40,000 teachers to appropriate salary scales, as promised over the past three years. NAQEZ Executive Director Aaron Chansa, said the unmet promises have left teachers disheartened, demoralised and […]
FIFA to Guide FAZ
BARNABAS ZULU FOOTBALL Association of Zambia (FAZ) has announced that it is waiting for guidance from FIFA on the direction that Zambian football will take following the aborted Annual General Meeting (AGM) last month. In a statement, FAZ said FIFA has not guided on anything since the kerfuffle that took place in Livingstone. “The Football […]
Gut-brain link may affect behavior in children with autism
A new USC study suggests that gut imbalances in children with autism may create an imbalance of metabolites in the digestive system—ultimately disrupting neurotransmitter production and influencing behavioral symptoms.