Achilles

Patch up a torn shoulder with a COW’S Achilles

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An implant made from the Achilles heel of a cow is being used by NHS surgeons to repair debilitating torn shoulder muscles, restoring movement to paralysed arms in just a fortnight. The experimental patch is stapled over the damaged tissue, providing support while stimulating the body’s healing response. One of the first British patients to … Read more

Over one BILLION Android phones may be at risk of 400 ‘Achilles’ vulnerabilities

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Security researches warn over one billion Android phones are at risk of becoming a spying tool for hackers. The team found 400 vulnerabilities in Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chips, which are staples in the smartphones. The flaws, collectively called ‘Achilles,’ lets cybercriminals access photos, videos, location data and other sensitive details on the handset. First uncovered by … Read more