A recent population-based matched cohort study conducted in the U.K. revealed that the use of antipsychotics in dementia patients is associated with a wider range of adverse outcomes than previously recognized. The study, which included over 170,000 adults with dementia, found that those prescribed antipsychotics were more than twice as likely to be diagnosed with
Tesla recently announced that it would be laying off 285 employees in the state of New York as part of a broader restructuring effort. Most of these employees were based at the company’s Buffalo factory, with a few others working at a store and service center in the area. The layoffs are part of a
In a groundbreaking move, the World AI Creator Awards (WAIC) has announced the launch of Miss AI, the world’s first beauty pageant contest to judge the best artificial intelligence (AI) models and influencers. This unique competition aims to recognize and celebrate the achievements of AI creators from around the globe. Participants in Miss AI will
The recent statement by the governor of the Bank of England has raised concerns about the inflation rate in the UK economy. The consumer prices index (CPI) measure of inflation slowed to 3.2% in the 12 months to March, marking the weakest level in two-and-a-half years. This easing in the pace of price growth has
Zendaya’s involvement in Luca Guadagnino’s film, Challengers, goes beyond just acting. She also serves as a producer in the movie, which was written by Justin Kuritzkes. In an interview at the LA premiere, Zendaya expressed her admiration for Guadagnino’s directing style. She praised his deep understanding of characters and the human experience, stating that he
In a thrilling matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans, LeBron James showcased his greatness by putting up an impressive stat line of 23 points, 9 assists, and 9 rebounds. His performance played a key role in securing a playoff berth for the Lakers with a 110-106 victory in the Western
Back in 1928, the world of medicine was forever altered by the groundbreaking discovery of antibiotics. These powerful drugs turned once lethal infectious diseases like pneumonia, tuberculosis, and sepsis into treatable conditions. Surgical procedures that were once risky due to infections became safer and more routine. Antibiotics marked a significant milestone in the history of
In March, Singapore experienced a significant downturn in its non-oil domestic exports, with a staggering 20.7% decline compared to the previous year. This sharp drop came as a surprise to economists who had forecasted a much smaller 7% fall, marking the largest dip in exports since January 2023. The slump was primarily attributed to decreases
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently highlighted the ongoing battle to combat inflation, noting that interest rates may need to remain higher for an extended period. Despite solid growth and strength in the labor market, progress towards the 2% inflation goal has been lacking this year. This could necessitate the continuation of current monetary policy
Treatment options for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) have been limited and challenging to develop due to the progressive nature of the disease. Viltolarsen (Viltepso) is one of the latest exon-skipping therapies that has shown promising results in improving pulmonary function in boys and men with DMD, according to the results of the open-label, phase II