Researchers have long suspected that viruses like herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) may contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). A new study published in Science Signaling found that repeated head trauma can reactivate dormant HSV-1 in the brain, triggering AD-like symptoms. The findings support mounting evidence that viruses may play a role in neurodegenerative … Read more
A dramatic video has emerged of a rare Ferrari F40 colliding on a highway, highlighting the risks associated with handling high-performance vehicles. The seven-second clip shows the car’s unexpected sideways skid after the driver fails to correct its trajectory. The incident occurred when the Ferrari driver remained on the throttle as they approached a curve. … Read more
A lucky player from Oregon has won the Powerball jackpot worth $328.5 million, with a cash value of $146.4 million. The winning numbers were 14, 31, 35, 64, and 69, along with red Powerball 23, and a 2X Power Play multiplier. This is the first Powerball jackpot won in Oregon this year, following a $256 … Read more
Carolina’s one-point loss to Stanford on Saturday was a painful reminder of the team’s thin margin for error. With the game being decided by only one point, it’s clear that every play matters. The Tar Heels had multiple opportunities to capitalize on mistakes from the opponent, but ultimately fell short. Coach Hubert Davis identified eight … Read more
Researchers at BGU University in Israel have found that incorporating green tea and green smoothies into a Mediterranean diet can be even more effective at slowing brain ageing than the original diet. The key to this success lies in plant chemicals called polyphenols, which are abundant in green vegetables. These compounds have anti-inflammatory properties and … Read more
Donald Trump’s victory in the November US presidential election led to an initial surge in markets, with stocks rising, the dollar strengthening, and Bitcoin surging. However, as the Republican is set to return to the White House, investors are reassessing their bets. The S&P 500 Index has lost a significant portion of its “Trump bump” … Read more
A norovirus outbreak has seen an uptick around the country this winter, with Wisconsin being no exception. The state Department of Health Services reported a record-high number of norovirus outbreaks in December, including a campus outbreak at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. Norovirus is a gastrointestinal virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea, among other symptoms. … Read more
Researchers have uncovered huge landforms deep beneath the North Sea that suggest a single giant ice sheet covered present-day Norway and extended toward the British Isles 1 million years ago. The discovery was made using high-resolution sound wave data, which revealed patterns in the seabed consistent with the advance and retreat of a single, colossal … Read more
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo, alleging that the company engaged in illegal price discrimination with a large retailer, Walmart. According to the commission, Walmart received “unfair pricing advantages” that were not made available to other retailers. PepsiCo owns major brands such as Frito-Lay, Quaker, and Gatorade, and has consistently … Read more
The Andromeda Galaxy, easily visible to the naked eye in the night sky, is a celestial wonder that has captivated astronomers for centuries. Spanning 220,000 light-years across, this largest and closest spiral galaxy to the Milky Way is home to billions of stars and offers a glimpse into the distant past. Edwin Hubble’s groundbreaking discovery … Read more