Samsung Group
Samsung is gearing up to unveil its highly anticipated Galaxy S26 series, including the Galaxy S26 Ultra, at a grand Unpacked event in San Francisco on February 25, 2026. This marks a significant shift in the company's strategy, as the event will be held in the Bay Area
Gene expression
Research conducted by investigators at Karolinska Institute has uncovered a significant correlation between adipocyte size and the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The study, which involved 132 adults and used quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR) analysis, found that the expression of the UCHL1 gene strongly correlated with adipocyte size, independent
Dengue fever
Bangladesh has witnessed its deadliest dengue outbreak this year, with 80 deaths recorded in October alone, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The health authorities logged a total of 2,250 dengue cases in October, marking the year's highest monthly total. The death toll has
Cardiovascular diseases
Researchers have found that people living with HIV (PLHIV) are at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) due to the presence of HIV infection. This increased risk is attributed to higher levels of inflammation and immune activation associated with the virus. A recent study published in PeerJ has
Deterrence (Strategy)
China's foreign ministry has categorically denied claims made by US President Donald Trump that the country had conducted secret nuclear testing. Trump's announcement came as a surprise, as the US has not conducted a nuclear explosion since 1992. China, in response, emphasized its commitment to upholding
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
A study published in the Journal of Attention Disorders has shed light on the distinct neurodevelopmental pathways to cognitive functioning in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and learning difficulties. The research, conducted by Joni Holmes and colleagues at the University of East Anglia, examined the cognitive and learning
Actors
In a conversation with the Late Show host Stephen Colbert, Anthony Hopkins shared his inspiring story of overcoming alcoholism, crediting 12-step programs like AA with saving his life. Hopkins revealed that he once drank to the point of blackout and was lucky to have been helped by his agent, who
Evidence-based medicine
Researchers at the Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences conducted a systematic review of 169 migraine headache (MH) randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to identify common shortcomings in design and reporting, highlight trial features that enhance value to practicing clinicians, and offer recommendations that improve the alignment between MH research
Emergency preparedness
Mahmood Fayazi, an assistant professor and head of the Disaster and Emergency Management Program at Royal Roads University, emphasizes the significance of local participation in the recovery and reconstruction of Gaza, beyond mere ceasefire agreements. The Israeli war in Gaza has resulted in devastating consequences, including the destruction of 84%
Arab-Israeli conflicts
Reports from Al Arabiya indicate that Hamas is engaging in mediation-supervised negotiations to secure the safe withdrawal of its remaining fighters from southern Gaza, specifically from tunnel networks in the Rafah and Khan Younis areas, as part of a broader deal. This development comes as Israel Defense Forces transferred three
Hegseth, Pete
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his Chinese counterpart, Defense Minister Dong Jun, have agreed to reboot military-to-military links to "deconflict and deescalate" tensions between the two nations. The meeting took place on the sidelines of a regional summit in Malaysia, a day after leaders Xi Jinping and
Coleridge-Taylor, Samuel
As Braimah Kanneh-Mason played the violin concerto of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, the audience was transported to a different era, one where a Black British composer was celebrated for integrating European Romantic style with musical traditions of his West African heritage. Born 150 years ago, Coleridge-Taylor's legacy has dimmed over
