A recent study suggests that up to 45% of dementia risk is linked to modifiable factors like diet and exercise. These boost BDNF, a protein crucial for brain health and cognitive function. Dr. Alexander Zubkov recommends 7,000-8,000 daily steps at a brisk pace, along with the MIND diet...
German researchers have found that 'mental time travel' can rejuvenate forgotten memories. A study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences involved 1,216 participants recalling word lists and passages. Groups using context reinstatement—recalling feelings and thoughts from the encoding time—showed improved memory retrieval and slower forgetting...
Gilmour Space's Eris rocket, Australia's first homegrown orbital launch attempt, experienced a setback on July 29, 2025. The rocket crashed back to Earth 14 seconds after liftoff, sliding sideways shortly after launch. Despite the unsuccessful outcome, Gilmour Space considers the test a success, emphasizing the valuable data collected...
Pope Leo XIV expressed deep sorrow over the deadly attack on a church in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri province, where over 40 Christians were killed during a prayer vigil. He offered prayers for the victims, wounded, and all Christians facing violence and persecution globally. The Pope...
The New York Times corrected a front-page photo of a malnourished Gazan child, acknowledging the boy had pre-existing health issues predating the current conflict. The correction, added online and to a NYT PR account on X, followed reports revealing the child's cerebral palsy and other medical conditions. While the...
Thousands of fans gathered in Birmingham today to pay their respects to Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic Black Sabbath frontman, during a public procession through the city. Osbourne, who died on July 22nd at age 76, will be laid to rest following a private family funeral. The procession passed by...
A UK High Court ruled that Palestine Action, banned by the government under terrorism legislation, can challenge the ban. The court found the ban, imposed after the group caused significant damage to a military base, may conflict with free speech rights and lacks proper consultation. The judge highlighted...
Video footage seemingly shows a member of Vladimir Putin's security detail carrying a Yolka interceptor drone during Moscow's Victory Day parade on May 9th. The drone, designed to counter smaller UAVs, suggests heightened Russian defenses against potential Ukrainian drone attacks, a threat Moscow faced earlier in the month. ...
President Trump's continued pressure on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to lower interest rates has raised concerns about the Fed's independence. Trump's aggressive tactics are unprecedented, despite past presidents also attempting to influence the Fed. Experts warn that compromising the Fed's independence could lead to negative economic consequences, citing...
Two individuals, Montianez Merriweather and Dekyra Vernon, have been arrested and charged with felonious assault in connection with a violent brawl in Cincinnati that went viral. Police are also pursuing a third suspect. The incident, which involved multiple people and resulted in serious injuries, sparked outrage and commentary from...
