Although it was first reported in 1880, there has been little research conducted on prurigo nodularis (PN), an inflammatory chronic skin disorder characterized by firm, intensely itchy nodules that appear across the arms, legs and torso. PN disrupts the sleep and quality of life of those afflicted, and while its cause is largely unknown, it’s …
Study says failure to rid amyloid beta protein from brain may lead to Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of medicine’s most elusive thieves, a disease that slowly and irreversibly robs a person’s ability to think, reason, remember and maintain normal body functioning. The underlying cause of Alzheimer’s disease is unknown, but researchers believe that one of the prime suspects is a microscopic fragment of protein known as amyloid beta …
Molecular changes in tissue microenvironment may promote colorectal cancer
According to the National Cancer Institute, colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer diagnosed in the United States, predicted to strike nearly 150,000 people in 2021. The agency also estimates the disease will kill approximately 53,000 Americans this year, making it the nation’s second leading cause of cancer mortality. Even more disturbing, say the …
Gerrit Cole Gets the Best of Josh Donaldson
Publicly accused of cheating by Josh Donaldson, Gerrit Cole followed up an awkward news conference by dominating him and the Twins.
TED Talks Won’t Treat Your Depression
A myopic but seductive worldview has caught on among many influential people — and it might be hindering our ability to solve real-world problems.
Diplomatic odd couple pressured to define US-UK relationship
In style and in substance, President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson are two very different men leading two countries whose relationship makes up one of the most important global alliances.
Scientists Create an Interactive Map of the 13 Emotions Evoked by Music: Joy, Sadness, Desire, Annoyance, and More
Most of our playlists today are filled with music about emotions: usually love, of course, but also excitement, defiance, anger, devastation, and a host of others besides. We listen to these songs in order to appreciate the musicianship that went into them, but also to indulge in their emotions for ourselves. As for what exactly …
Natalie Edwards Exposed the Truth About ‘Dirty Money.’ Why Send Her to Prison?
If President Biden really wants to fight global financial corruption, he should pardon Natalie Mayflower Sours Edwards.
South Korea building collapses onto bus during demolition, killing 9
At least nine people were killed when a five-story building undergoing demolition collapsed onto a bus in South Korea on Wednesday, according to the country’s Ministry of the Interior and Safety.
He’s huddling with allies at a moment when the greatest threat to democracy comes from within the US
Joe Biden’s first foreign trip as President comes at a unique moment.