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British health officials have rejected a drug that could slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease, saying the benefits are not big enough to justify the costs of the treatment and close monitoring of patients for signs of “serious side effects”.Administered twice a month, lecanemab removes sticky clumps of amyloid-beta protein in the brain that are thought to be a hallmark of the disease. The drug is not a cure, but in clinical trials the treatment slowed cognitive decline in early-stage Alzheimer's patients by 27% compared with a placebo.Britain's medicines regulator, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), gave the…
Commercial content, 21+. Last week we placed a bet on Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes and won the money. The rookie sensation was sensational, holding Seattle to just two runs over six innings. I'm back again. Like the Buccaneers, the Reds are also a team aiming to make the playoffs. Cincinnati's Nick Lodolo faced Kansas City in his last start, and the Royals blitzed him, allowing eight runs in just 2 1/3 innings. Queen Camilla was also a hit. Left-hander Nick Lodolo will start for the Reds on Thursday. (Getty Images) If Pirates can get close to that kind of scoring support,…
Australia's Jeff Davenport and England's Anne Manley made history with breakthrough victories at the WSF World Masters Squash Championships in Amsterdam, becoming the most decorated World Masters players of all time in front of a sellout crowd at the Ottenstadion in France. Those victories weren't the only thing happening in Amsterdam this week: this year's championships also saw a record-breaking turnout, with 1,070 athletes taking part. Top-seeded Davenport beat South Africa's Pia Ruud 11-7, 11-5, 11-8 in the 65+ final to win her seventh world championship and set a new record. “I was very nervous this morning, the most nervous…
BougeRV (https://www.bougerv.com/), known for its innovative outdoor and off-grid living solutions, is proud to announce that its 12V 23-quart Mint Green Portable Fridge (https://www.bougerv.com/products/12v-mint-green-mini-fridge) has won the prestigious Future Innovation Award in the Active Lifestyle category. The award represents cutting-edge advancements in technology and design, recognizing products that redefine functionality and user experience. The achievement was officially announced at https://www.futureinnovationawards.com.The Future Innovation Awards recognize products that pave the way for future trends across a range of industries, including outdoor living, technology and sustainability. This year, BougeRV stood out as the only outdoor refrigerator brand among the winners, highlighting the brand's…
Update on 5-star safety Jonah Williams | Inside Texas Football Galveston (Texas) Bowl five-star safety Jonah Williams is set to announce his commitment on Saturday, Aug. 24. Analyzing his upcoming decision hasn't been easy. Throughout the spring and summer, multiple programs have been lining up to pledge him: Oklahoma was the favorite from the start, Oregon seemed to have the edge on official visits, but Louisiana State and Texas A&M also garnered buzz and attention at different times this year. But with enrollment just 48 hours away, none of those programs have the lead on the On3 Recruiting Projection Machine…
ATLANTA — Indian American voters in Georgia have been active in volunteering and donating during this election cycle.The reason is simple: Vice President Kamala Harris will make history on Thursday night as the first South Asian American and Black woman to accept a major party's presidential nomination in the United States.And she won't be the only Indian-American to gain national prominence in American politics in 2024. Both Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy are running for the Republican nomination, and this time Usha Vance, wife of Republican vice presidential nominee and Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, could become the next second lady.In…
VISALIA – The Lifestyle Magazine story is currently in the midst of major changes as parent companies 4Creeks and 4CG Construction search for a new owner to carry on the publication's traditions. After three years of serving the Tulare County community, Lifestyle Magazine has announced that with its August 2024 issue, it is time to pass the baton to a new owner interested in continuing the publication's 20-plus year tradition. “We are seeking the right person or group to acquire Lifestyle Magazine and continue our vision of 'Inspiring Living for Our Community,'” the announcement read. “This opportunity requires the right…
The European vacation season isn't over yet. More Americans than ever before are traveling across the Atlantic this year. By the end of August, 787 planes full of passengers will be back, jet lagged but elated, ready to regale friends with tales of their travels. And often giving the impression that Europeans really get it when it comes to quality of life. There's no doubt that European cities, towns and countryside are pleasant places to visit. But that's not all. Is it a better place to live than the United States? To get an evidence-based answer, the natural starting point…
Coastal wind turbines on the outskirts of Copenhagen. Visible from almost anywhere in the capital, these iconic turbines are a symbol of Denmark's green city and sustainable energy future.Getty Looking for where you can breathe the cleanest air every day? The latest global edition of The Air We Breathe by World Population Review ranks the countries with the cleanest air and lowest emissions, with Europe coming out on top, with Estonia taking the top spot. The report is based on the Environmental Performance Index (EPI) and takes into account factors such as CO2, methane and greenhouse gas emissions, achieving carbon…
The past few months have seen the emergence of Apple’s latest venture, Apple Intelligence, which represents the company’s efforts to compete with other leading companies in artificial intelligence (AI) development. To be unveiled at the highly anticipated Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 10, 2024 at Apple Park in Cupertino, Apple Intelligence is what the company calls “AI for the common people,” a nod to a 1984 Macintosh commercial that called the device a “computer for the common people.” But it remains to be seen whether Apple Intelligence will truly be “for the common people,” given the implications of widespread…