Author: Ashesh Ale

New evidence suggests that poor sleep-characterized by non-restorative sleep, difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or both, and/or frequent awakenings, including early awakenings that are not refreshing-can age the brain by almost three years, hastening the onset of cognitive impairment in midlife. The research, published in the journal Neurology, highlights a significant link between sleep quality and brain health and recommends that individuals aim to establish healthy sleep patterns earlier in life. The Findings: Sleep Quality and Brain Aging The worst part is that researchers at the University of California, San Francisco, actually conducted one of the largest studies of this…

Los Angeles, CA – Ron Ely, the actor known for playing the titular character in the 1960s TV show Tarzan, has died, aged 86, on September 29, 2024. His daughter Kirsten Ely posted a sentimental message on social media to announce he had passed away: “The world has lost one of the greatest men it has ever known — and I have lost my dad.” Ely died at his residence in Los Alamos, a small town near Santa Barbara, California. Early Life and Rise to Fame Born Ronald Pierce Ely in Amarillo, Texas, in 1938, Ron Ely showed a very…

An Indian climate activist, Sonam Wangchuk, drew nationwide attention when, on the eve of the New Year, he began an indefinite fast to save the fragile ecology of his hometown in Ladakh-a cold desert in northern India. It was not just a personal striking protest but was a call for the people of Ladakh and their demand for granting greater autonomy to them..Fifty-eight-year-old  Sonam Wangchuk is a household name in India, whose life inspired Aamir Khan’s character in the iconic 2009 film 3 Idiots. But his impact goes much farther than the silver screen: as an engineer and innovator, Wangchuk…

At Least Five Killed, 22 Injured in Attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries A total of at least five dead and 22 injured are reported in an attack on Wednesday, October 23, at Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) near Ankara. The attack took place in the Kahramankazan district, about 40 kilometers (25 miles) from the capital, at the time of a shift change. The authorities believe that Kurdish militants, particularly the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), may have carried out the attack. The Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya has confirmed that a male and a female have been “neutralized” while indicating that investigations are…

Eero, Amazon’s pioneering mesh Wi-Fi brand, has just announced a new milestone product in its range: the Eero Outdoor 7. For $349.99, its newest entrant is a purpose-built outdoor Wi-Fi 7 access point intended to take your wireless network beyond the four corners of your home. Eero Outdoor 7 comes with a rating of IP66, dual-band support for 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, and coverage up to 15,000 square feet to respond to the increasing demands for reliable high-speed outdoors. Designed for the Outdoors: Built to Last The Eero Outdoor 7 is made to withstand extreme weather. Working in extremely…

Nicole Kidman, at 57, is no stranger to taking on demanding parts that test the limits of her skill. In her most recent film, Babygirl, an intense erotic drama, the Oscar-winning actress was forced to venture outside of her comfort zone, playing a character that required her to perform emotionally and physically difficult scenes. Kidman recently explained why she needed to take breaks throughout the shoot, stating that some of the more intimate moments on set made her feel overwhelmed. Pushing Boundaries in Babygirl Nicole Kidman plays Romy, a powerful CEO who finds herself in a tempestuous affair with her…

On Wednesday, October 23, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken delivered a harsh warning to Israel, advising it to avoid further escalation with Iran as the continuing confrontation with Iran-backed Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon continued. His call for moderation comes as Israel has threatened retaliation for Iran’s October 1 missile strike, which marks a potentially hazardous turning point in the regional conflict.In Lebanon, the situation continues tense, with claims of an Israeli drone strike on the seaside city of Tyre. State media reported that the military had advised locals to evacuate particular districts in advance, resulting in…

In an unprecedented decision, Rudy Giuliani, the former New York mayor and a key legal figure for Donald Trump, has been ordered to sell his assets following a defamation verdict in favor of two Georgia election workers. U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman has ordered Giuliani to surrender a significant chunk of his wealth, including a fancy Manhattan condominium and other valuables, to Ruby Freeman and her daughter, Shaye Moss. This comes after a jury awarded the couple a whopping $146 million for the emotional suffering and reputational harm caused by Giuliani’s baseless charges. A Consequential Verdict The court case originates…

In a significant health alert, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of over 7,100 bottles of the widely prescribed antidepressant Duloxetine, sold under the brand name Cymbalta. This recall, initiated on October 10, 2023, stems from the presence of a potentially harmful chemical known as N-nitroso-duloxetine, which raises serious health risks, including cancer. Why Was Duloxetine Recalled? The FDA classified this recall as Class II, indicating that the medicine may cause transient or medically treatable serious health effects. N-nitroso-duloxetine belongs to a class of compounds known as nitrosamines, which are abundant in food and water…

Michael “Newmie” Newman, the real-life lifeguard and beloved cast member of Baywatch, has passed away at the age of 67. He died on October 20 due to heart complications at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, surrounded by his family and friends. The news was confirmed by his close friend, Matt Felker, director of the Hulu docuseries After Baywatch: Moment in the Sun.Newman had heroically battled Parkinson’s illness for nearly two decades after being diagnosed with it in 2006. His fight raised awareness about Parkinson’s disease, and he collaborated with the Michael J. Fox Foundation to help discover a cure. Newman…