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Fare dodger left victim with a bleed on brain after being told off for ‘bumping’ London Tube barrier

Rikki Holmes, 33, attempted to exit without paying but was scolded by furious commuter Ian McQueen

Evening Standard · Feb 4

How our lab is helping develop an Alzheimer’s test that can be done at home

Imagine diagnosing one of the most challenging neurological diseases with just a quick finger-prick, a few drops of blood and a test sent in the post. This may sound like science fiction, but we are hoping our research could soon help it become a reality.

The Conversation · Feb 4

Dementia Starts in Your Legs: Doctor Reveals Shocking Truth

Many of us might already know that dementia is one of the main reasons for dependency and disability among older adults all over the world. Studies show that almost 10 million individuals get affected by dementia each year. However, the common belief is that not keeping the brain active is…

Times Life · Feb 4

“Oh God, This Person’s An Idiot”: 80 Moments When People Realized A Person Was Dumb

The Irish and the Scots refer to them as "eejits." In "Tropic Thunder," Kirk Lazarus called them morons. Imbeciles. In the eyes of the people who shared these stories, they are simply "idiots," or people who did or said things that made others seriously question their intellect. Some of them…

Bored Panda · Feb 3

Babies can categorise objects at just two months old, new study finds

The study suggests that cognitive development begins far earlier than previously believed, with infants actively processing and categorising the world around them from a very early age.

Euronews · Feb 3

Certain brain injuries may be linked to violent crime – identifying them could help reveal how people make moral choices

On Oct. 25, 2023, a 40-year old man named Robert Card opened fire with a semi-automatic rifle at a bowling alley and nearby bar in Lewiston, Maine, killing 18 people and wounding 13 others. Card was found dead by suicide two days later. His autopsy revealed extensive damage to the…

The Conversation · Feb 3

Glaucoma Warning Signs That Can Lead to Vision Loss

Most people don't feel pain and don't understand a sudden change in their eye. They don't realise that something has changed until their vision is gone. Glaucoma is often called the silent thief of sight. By the time the symptoms get very obvious to be seen and they can even…

Times Life · Feb 3

4 Easy Micro-Habits to Reduce Stress Naturally

Stress has become a common problem in people's lives. With a fast paced environment and increasing competition youngsters are especially prone to it. It can affect the mental as well as physical well being of a person. However small habits can help in balancing mental health and avoiding stress. There…

MyLifeXP · Feb 3

Some human foods that are super food for dog

Dogs are Omnivores Unlike wolves and cats, domesticated dogs are omnivores. In that sense, they are similar to us humans. Omnivores are naturally able to eat and digest food that comes from both animals and plants. This, however, doesn’t mean that dogs can safely eat all the types of food…

Times Pets · Feb 3

7 Account “Verification” Requests That Are Actually Fishing Expeditions

Your phone buzzes. Your email pings. A message pops up saying your account needs “urgent verification.” It looks official, it sounds serious, and it hits that exact panic button scammers love to press. And just like that, your brain shifts into problem-solving mode instead of logic mode. That’s the danger…

Everybody Loves Your Money · Feb 3