The rise of difficult-to-treat Mycobacterium abscessus infections in patients receiving embryonic stem cell injections in Mexico in 2022 has brought attention to the potential risks associated with such treatments. The cases reported by researchers highlight the importance of understanding the dangers of unapproved stem cell therapies and the need for increased awareness among healthcare providers
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has announced the creation of a new Border Security Command to tackle people-smuggling gangs bringing migrants across the Channel. This “elite” unit will be led by a former police, military, or intelligence chief and will be granted new powers under the Counter Terrorism Act. These powers will allow officers to
WhatsApp is constantly evolving and adding new features to enhance user experience. One of the latest additions for beta testers on iOS is an improved camera control feature. This new zoom control button makes it easier for users to switch between different zoom options when capturing images or recording videos within the app. This is
The age of our cells and tissues has long been a point of interest for researchers studying genetics and biology. Epigenetic changes, small modifications to our genetic code that act as ‘genetic switches,’ play a crucial role in determining how our cells interpret instructions for protein production. While these changes are usually used to estimate
Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic has solidified his status as one of the greatest NBA players of all time by securing his third Most Valuable Player award on Wednesday. This impressive accomplishment marks Jokic’s third MVP win in four seasons, establishing him as a dominant force in the league. Surpassing talented contenders such as Shai
The former president of the MGM Grand casino in Las Vegas, Scott Sibella, is awaiting sentencing on a federal criminal charge related to his failure to report millions of dollars in wagers by an illegal bookmaker at his casino. Sibella pleaded guilty earlier this year to one count of failure to file reports of suspicious
Recent investigative reporting by the Wall Street Journal has revealed shocking details about the financial mismanagement at Steward Health Care System. Back in 2020, Steward Health Care System was in dire need of $400 million to get itself out of a deep financial hole. Instead of investing in the struggling health system, Steward’s owner, Cerberus
In a surprising turn of events, the summer box office in 2024 does not feature a Marvel film as its headlining act for the first time since 2009. This departure from the norm has had a noticeable impact on the box office numbers, with the opening weekend dominated by Universal’s “The Fall Guy,” which failed
Belgium’s AB InBev has shown remarkable resilience in the face of adversity, with shares rising by 5% following the release of its first-quarter results. Despite a year-long boycott of its Bud Light brand, the company managed to achieve higher revenue and profit, exceeding analyst expectations. This demonstrates the strength of the world’s biggest brewer, known
Microsoft recently made the decision to close several Bethesda-owned game studios, including Tango Gameworks, Arkane Austin, Alpha Dog Games, and Roundhouse Studios. This move is part of a larger effort by the Xbox parent company to shift its focus onto what they consider to be their “priority games.” This decision has raised concerns within the