A new study published in Nature has found that getting vaccinated against shingles can reduce the risk of developing dementia by up to 20%. The study analyzed data from over 280,000 people in Wales and compared those who received the shingles vaccine with those who did not. The researchers used a unique approach called a … Read more
The adventure sequence from Jared Hess’s film “A Minecraft Movie” features a cozy ride through the redstone mines. Fans of the game will recognize elements such as redstone, piglins, and creepers. In the scene, Steve (Jack Black) brings Garrett (Jason Momoa) and Henry (Sebastian Hansen) to access his diamond stash, but they’re chased by a … Read more
The NFL has made several trade projections, focusing on teams like the Arizona Cardinals, Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks, Kansas City Chiefs, and Philadelphia Eagles. These teams are likely to make key transactions in the coming weeks. The compensatory selection process is also underway, with teams selecting players who will be part of their roster … Read more
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is planning a new, multimillion-dollar research program to investigate the causes of autism and the recent surge in US diagnoses. According to sources speaking on condition of anonymity, the program aims to spark research into the underlying factors driving this trend. The NIH’s director, Jay Bhattacharya, and other officials … Read more
NASA’s Gateway space station is taking shape with the arrival of its first habitation module, HALO (Habitation and Logistics Outpost), on American soil. The structure, built with international partners, will provide a base for astronauts to live, work, and conduct scientific research near the Moon. Once completed, Gateway will support NASA’s Artemis campaign to return … Read more
This Saturday, walkers and runners are invited to participate in an event honoring cancer survivors at various locations across the state of Texas. The Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio’s MD Anderson Cancer Center, is partnering with Texas Public Radio to organize this community event. The event aims to recognize the strength … Read more
Dementia affects over 57 million people worldwide, with numbers projected to triple in the next 25 years. A new study suggests that vaccination against shingles could reduce the risk of dementia by 20%. The study, led by scientists from Stanford Medicine, used a health policy in Wales that introduced the shingles vaccine in 2013 to … Read more
Bayern Munich bounced back from a goal down to beat 10-man Augsburg 3-1 away on Friday, moving nine points clear at the top of the Bundesliga. However, their Champions League quarter-final first leg against Inter next week may be compromised due to an injury to Jamal Musiala, who equalized before being forced off. Bayern took … Read more
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently announced a new diplomatic push against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. However, his visit was overshadowed by a separate trip from US Second Lady Usha Vance to Greenland. Vance claimed the trip was aimed at countering Russian influence in the Arctic region. Nevertheless, her actions have sparked controversy, with … Read more
The Ministry of Minority Affairs has introduced the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aimed at addressing long-standing issues in the management of Waqf properties. The bill seeks to improve transparency, safeguard heritage sites, and promote social welfare. Key features of the bill include: * Digitization of Waqf records to curb corruption * Establishment of legal support … Read more