Dementia
Older adults who regularly listen to music may experience a reduced risk of dementia and cognitive decline, according to a Monash University-led study. The research, led by Emma Jaffa and Professor Joanne Ryan, analyzed data from the ASPirin in Reducing Events in the Elderly (ASPREE) study and found that always
Comorbidity
Recent studies from the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology have shed light on the challenges facing individuals with epilepsy, particularly those with comorbidities such as dementia and cerebrovascular disease. According to a report published in Brain and Behavior, the likelihood of revising the first antiseizure medication (ASM) is influenced by
Fraud
As DJ Carey, the former GAA star, prepares to face justice for his crimes, a tragic tale of deception, financial ruin, and emotional manipulation unfolds. Once a national hero, winning five All-Ireland championships and earning nine All-Star awards, Carey's downfall began with a series of lies and false
Cancer patients
Years of effort to combat pediatric cancers have led to a groundbreaking clinical trial at Children's National Hospital, where researchers are about to start recruiting children with pediatric sarcomas and other solid tumors to test a new, innovative approach to cancer treatment. The trial will use an inventive
African Union
African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has extended congratulations to Samia Suluhu Hassan on her election as the president of Tanzania. The election, marred by violent protests, resulted in Hassan securing a landslide victory with 97.66 percent of the vote. The chairperson expressed regret over the loss of
Marathons
Tales from the metropolitan diary offer a glimpse into the lives of New Yorkers and their experiences in the city that never sleeps. The stories, submitted by readers, showcase the diversity and complexity of the Big Apple, from the triumph of finishing the New York City Marathon to the simple
Celebrities
Fans of the popular BBC show Strictly Come Dancing were left reeling on Saturday night after a spoiler revealed that a favorite contestant was eliminated from the competition. The identities of the contestants and the specifics of the elimination were not revealed, but it was confirmed that the contestant was
Agricultural industry
Prince Davis, a fisherman from Jamaican village White House, received distressing updates from friends and neighbors on WhatsApp after Hurricane Melissa ravaged the area, leaving behind destruction and uncertainty. The storm's catastrophic winds, up to 185 mph, and storm surge have ravaged homes, public infrastructure, and crops, affecting
Dengue fever
Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Mohammad Azaz briefed reporters on the current dengue situation and control measures, stating that both the number of dengue cases and deaths had declined compared to the previous year. Despite this progress, Azaz emphasized that even one dengue-related death is unacceptable. The DNCC Administrator
Beverages
Drinking beetroot juice, coffee, and green tea may help improve liver health for individuals with fatty liver disease, according to a recent video shared by Dr Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist trained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford University. These beverages, Dr Sethi emphasizes, can potentially reduce fat buildup and enhance liver
South Korean foreign relations
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung this week rolled out the red carpet for both Chinese leader Xi Jinping and US President Trump, but the superpower rivalry is making it increasingly difficult for the country to balance its relations. China's leader called on South Korea to deepen cooperation
Gauff, Coco
Tennis world number one Aryna Sabalenka kicked off her WTA Finals campaign with a dominant 6-3 6-1 win over Jasmine Paolini, while defending champion Coco Gauff struggled with double faults as Jessica Pegula beat her 6-3 6-7(4) 6-2 in Riyadh. Sabalenka, who won the US Open this year, landed
