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Structural changes in blood plasma proteins may reflect early signs of Alzheimer
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Structural changes in blood plasma proteins may reflect early signs of Alzheimer

A new type of blood test that analyses the folding of amino acids rather than their amounts may detect earliest biological signs of Alzheimer`s disease, according to a study. Analysis of blood plasma samples from over 500 individuals show that structural differences in three proteins, one involved in immune signalling, another in protein folding, and a third that transports fats in bloodstream -- are strongly linked to Alzheimer`s status, according to the findings published in the Nature Aging journal. Researchers, including those at The Scripps Research Institute, US, said structural differences of plasma proteins helped accurately distinguish cognitively normal individuals, from those with Alzheimer`s and mild cognitive impairment -- the preceding stage. The method could eventually al...
Chuck Norris, ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ star and martial arts champ, dead at 86 – National
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Chuck Norris, ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ star and martial arts champ, dead at 86 – National

Chuck Norris, the martial arts champion who became an action star in the hit series Walker, Texas Ranger, has died. He was 86. His family released a statement on Friday, writing, “It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning. While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace.”“To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family,” the statement continued. “He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved. Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the...
Changes to brain`s memory centre to prolonged pain influence depression: Study
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Changes to brain`s memory centre to prolonged pain influence depression: Study

Changes to one`s hippocampus, the brain`s memory centre, in response to prolonged pain could be an important factor for why some people develop depression in chronic pain, while others do not, according to a study. "Our findings suggest that the hippocampus acts as a control centre that helps the brain regulate emotional responses to long-term pain. Depression is not inevitable -- it depends on how this system responds over time," co-lead author Jianfeng Feng, professor of computer science at the UK`s University of Warwick, said. The study, published in the journal Science, analysed brain scans from population cohorts, including data from the UK Biobank, and a rodent model. People living with chronic pain but without depression tended to show a slightly larger volume of and an increased ...
Shefali Shah shares rare Delhi Crime BTS pics as it clocks 7 years
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Shefali Shah shares rare Delhi Crime BTS pics as it clocks 7 years

Actress Shefali Shah uploaded an album of some rare behind-the-scenes moments from the shoot of her acclaimed crime drama, Delhi Crime, as the web series clocked 7 years of release on Sunday.  Shefali wrote that even after such a long time, she continues to bask in the stardust of the captivating drama, which received a lot of love and praise from cinephiles. "7 years to the magic we created, and I still bask in its stardust. Delhi Crime - 1 (sic)," she penned the caption.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Shefali Shah (@shefalishahofficial) In addition to Shefali, her co-star, Rasika Dugal, also commemorated the occasion by dropping another set of BTS photos from the set of Delhi ...
Samsung Now Officially Supports AirDrop, but Only for These Devices
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Samsung Now Officially Supports AirDrop, but Only for These Devices

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Back in November, Google made a stunning announcement: Quick Share was suddenly compatible with Apple's AirDrop. At the time, the compatibility was limited to the Pixel 10, but no matter: Google had just made history, transforming the sharing features from platform-specific to cross-platform. While AirDrop and Quick Share have long been the most convenient ways to share large files between devices, it only worked if you and your friend were on the same OS. That limitation introduces some inconvenient friction, but, as support cross-platform expands, that friction is easing up. Google first announced plans for greater AirDrop compatibility in Quick Share last month, when Android Vice President of Engineering Eric Kay n...
U.K. reality star Jordan Wright found dead in Thailand drainage canal – National
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U.K. reality star Jordan Wright found dead in Thailand drainage canal – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size British reality star Jordan Wright, who appeared in two seasons of hit reality show The Only Way is Essex (TOWIE), has been found dead in Thailand. The 33-year-old was reportedly discovered dead in a concrete drainage system on the Thai island of Phuket. His body was located by a worker and was floating face down in stagnant water, according to Deadline and local reports. Police were called and are investigating, they added. Circumstances around his death remain unclear.The death of a man from the United Kingdom was confirmed by the Foreign Office.“We are supporting the family of a British man who has died in Thailand and are in contact with the local authorities,” a Foreign Office spokesp...
Google Just Made Four Big Upgrades to Android Gaming on Your Windows PC
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Google Just Made Four Big Upgrades to Android Gaming on Your Windows PC

Google just announced some notable upgrades to the Google Play gaming experience on Windows PCs, with improvements that cover game discovery and purchases, and the news that a broader number of paid titles are now becoming available for the desktop.While an official Windows client for Google Play apps and games has been available for several years, these latest updates mean the experience is more polished than ever before. There are four main changes for gamers wanting to play Android games on Windows. First, Google is "actively expanding" the number of paid, premium games that are fully optimized for PCs. Android games don't get this optimization by default, and need to be specifically tweaked to support PC gaming (keyboard controls and all), so more titles that meet this criteria will ...
The Traitors India 2: Mallika Sherawat joins Karan Johar`s show, filming begins
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The Traitors India 2: Mallika Sherawat joins Karan Johar`s show, filming begins

Last year, 20 celebs from the entertainment industry participated in The Traitors India. Hosted by Karan Johar, the reality TV show showcases contestants indulging in mind games and identifying a traitor among them in a palace. After receiving a positive response for the pilot season, KJo is returning with Season 2 with another set of popular personalities. While names have been kept under wraps, reports are rife that Mallika Sherawat has joined the show. Is Mallika Sherawat in The Traitors 2? According to a report in Variety India, the filming of The Traitors India Season 2 has begun in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Mallika Sherawat has already joined the shoot. The actress’s name had been circulating in the media for over a month, although she had neither confirmed nor denied the reports until...
This Massive Data Breach Leaked 2.7 Million Social Security Numbers
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This Massive Data Breach Leaked 2.7 Million Social Security Numbers

Credit: Lane V. Erickson / Shutterstock.com Another massive data breach has compromised millions of Americans' healthcare data and sensitive information. Navia Benefit Solutions, a benefits administrator for more than 10,000 U.S. employers, has disclosed a hack that affects nearly 2.7 million individuals, according to a March 18 filing with the Maine Attorney General. Navia's services include software and customer support for the administration of everything from Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) to commuter and education benefits.What happened with the Navia Benefit Solutions data breach?On Jan. 23, Navia identified "suspicious activity" on its systems, leading to the discovery that hackers had access to som...
Taylor Frankie Paul’s ex asks for sole custody of child, files protective order – National
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Taylor Frankie Paul’s ex asks for sole custody of child, files protective order – National

Dakota Mortensen is seeking a protective order against his ex-girlfriend Taylor Frankie Paul. On Thursday, Mortensen, 33, filed a protective order in Utah against Paul, 31, according to court documents viewed by People, E! News and NBC News.The filing was sent back for a correction and an amended petition.In the filing, obtained by TMZ, Mortensen, who shares two-year-old son Ever with Paul, reportedly detailed the incidents that he claims took place on Feb. 23 and 24, referring to the situation as “chaotic” and frightening,” and alleging that Paul was “emotionally volatile.”Mortensen also says he and Paul got into a serious disagreement on Feb. 24.“I was unable to safely leave while this was happening, and my child had been left inside the home during the chaos under her watch due to our c...