A type of drug being developed to combat cancer could be repurposed to treat Alzheimer’s disease in its early stages, new research finds. Blocking an enzyme called indoleamine-2,3-dioxygenase 1 (IDO1) can rescue memory and brain function in models that mimic Alzheimer’s, Penn State researchers say. IDO1 inhibitors have already shown promise in the fight against … Read more
BMW is recalling more than 720,000 vehicles due to an issue with the water pump’s electrical connector that could potentially lead to a fire. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said that the recall includes some X1, X3 and X5 vehicles as well as some other models. The impacted vehicles have water pumps with insufficient … Read more
The NBA has fired its latest salvo in a brewing Cold War with its longtime partner in TNT. On Wednesday, the NBA said that TNT “did not match the terms” of Amazon’s rights bid and that Amazon will be a new streaming partner for the league. Earlier this week, TNT, a division of Warner Bros. … Read more
TNT and the NBA could be on the precipice of a legal battle royal. TNT, a division of Warner Bros. Discovery, announced Monday that it intends to match an NBA rights deal to keep broadcasting the league. ESPN is retaining the NBA Finals in the NBA’s next rights package, and NBC and Amazon had emerged … Read more
Experts are speechless. Researchers at Microsoft have developed an artificially intelligent text-to-speech program at a human level of believability. It is so realistic that creators are keeping the high-tech interface “purely a research project” and will not yet allow it to be used by the public. Microsoft has unveiled a new text to speech tool … Read more
Researchers say they have uncovered a link between semaglutide — the active ingredient in Ozempic and Wegovy — and sudden vision loss. The risk of developing nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) is four times higher for diabetics on semaglutide and seven times higher for people taking the drug to lose weight, according to a new study … Read more
Prince Harry has been accused of “deliberately destroying” potential evidence relating to his High Court phone hacking claim against the publisher of The Sun, a court has heard. The Duke of Sussex, 39, was awarded $180,700 in December after London’s High Court ruled he had been the victim of “modest” phone-hacking and other unlawful information gathering by … Read more
This weight loss hack is all smoke and mirrors. People looking to shed pounds fast have turned to a cheap new craze that doctors are sounding the alarm against. Called ‘gas station Ozempic,’ influencers are now using ZYN nicotine pouches to help suppress their appetites and lose weight, saying the inexpensive buy — which runs … Read more
Nightmares and hallucinations — or “daymares” — may be early warning signs for the onset of an autoimmune disease or a flare-up, new research shows. “For many years, I have discussed nightmares with my lupus patients and thought that there was a link with their disease activity. This research provides evidence of this,” senior study … Read more
Obituaries for TNT’s NBA coverage might be premature. The NBA’s television deal with Warner Bros. Discovery’s TNT and Disney’s ABC and ESPN expires after next season, and there has been a lot of speculation that TNT would lose out on the game of musical chairs in favor of new deals with Comcast’s NBC and Amazon. … Read more
Steph Curry would not rule out an eventual run for political office. Curry appeared on “CBS This Morning” to promote his new children’s book, “I Am Extraordinary,” and they showed a clip of him appearing at the White House to celebrate the Warriors’ most recent NBA championship, leading to the question of if he would … Read more
Prince Harry and Prince Andrew have been royally flushed. Buckingham Palace announced on Wednesday that the two royals will not be among the Counsellors of State that can carry out engagements on the behalf of King Charles III when he is hospitalized next week for a planned procedure to treat his enlarged prostate. While the 75-year-old … Read more
After spending years studying the cause of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, doctors believe they have identified a cause, according to a new study published in the journal Neurology. Brief seizures accompanied by muscle convulsions have been named as a possible reason for the mysterious and tragic deaths — a tragic loss suffered by thousands … Read more
Millions of Americans across the eastern half of the U.S. could be in for a messy weekend as computer models start to come into agreement that a developing storm system could produce heavy snow, severe weather and heavy rain in a matter of days. The FOX Forecast Center stresses that the system is still several … Read more
For most people, getting the flu means a few days of sickness and then a return to regular life. But for Kristin Fox, a 42-year-old mother and high-school principal in Ohio, the virus led to the loss of her arms and legs — and the start of a long, challenging journey to a new normal. … Read more
Most of us have experienced that moment of shock when the hot water runs out mid-shampoo — but many experts claim the benefits of a frigid shower are worth the unpleasant jolt. For those who aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into ice baths or cryotherapy, cold showers can provide a way to ease … Read more
Derek Jeter is best positioned to be the biggest TV voice in baseball. He just finished his rookie season of a multi-million-dollar Fox Sports contract, which is for a total of six years, according to sources. The Captain is committed to TV for the long haul. With his legendary playing career and his presence as … Read more
Meghan Markle is lawyering up — in a fictional story. “Suits” is the show of the summer, even though it ended four years ago, in 2019. The legal drama starring Meghan Markle, 41, has seen an unexpected second life on streaming. Similar to “The Office,” it’s become an unlikely hit. The USA network show was … Read more
Washing hair is sometimes not enough to combat dandruff. Scalp and skin experts say there are various causes for the flaky skin condition — and not everyone can get rid of it by using standard shampoo. Alexia Donovan, director of client services at the Barber Surgeons Guild, a hair restoration and grooming lounge with locations in New York … Read more
As artificial intelligence and other technologies continue to move into the medical field, a growing number of doctors are showing interest in how these innovations can transform all aspects of patient care — including surgery. Augmented reality (AR) smart glasses are wearable devices that enhance how people interact with the world around them. This is one such technology that’s … Read more