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A previously unidentified genetic mutation in a small protein provides significant protection against Parkinson’s disease and offers a new direction for exploring potential treatments, according to a new USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology study. The variant, located in a mitochondrial microprotein dubbed SHLP2, was found to be highly protective against Parkinson’s disease; individuals with this mutation are half as likely to develop the disease as those who do not carry it. The variant form of the protein is relatively rare and is found primarily in people of European descent. The findings appear on January 3, 2024, in the journal…

New scanners at Gatwick will remove the need for travellers to take liquids and electronics out of their bags at airport security. Security regulations which currently slow the security process will change later this year as the airport announces it is installing new high-tech scanners. Queues at Gatwick Airport (Image: Andrew Gardner) Major UK airports, including Gatwick, have been given a deadline of June 2024 by the Government to install new CT X-ray scanners.  The technology takes a 3D picture of the carry on luggage and is even capable of using AI to identify threats such as weapons. This means…

Location : The A49 southbound between the junctions with the A4103 and the A438 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 15:15 and 15:30 on 3 January 2024. Source link

View gallery Image Credit: Image Press Agency/NurPhoto/Shutterstock Selena Gomez is getting her priorities straight. The singer-songwriter, actress and entrepreneur triple threat revealed in a new interview that she is pondering her departure from the music industry. Without noting that she would quit the business entirely, Selena explained what she would rather be focusing on in her career now.  What Did Selena Gomez Say About Music?  Per Variety, the “Lose You to Love Me” singer revealed on the “SmartLess” podcast that she was nearing the end of her music career.   “I do feel like I have one more album in…

Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts. Hello, and welcome back to Equity, the podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. This is our Wednesday show, where we sit down with a critical person in the world of startups or venture, and dig into what they are building. Today — ahead of our relaunch of our Wednesday episode that we discussed earlier this week — we have an interview to share featuring TechCrunch’s very own Morgan Sung and Shruti Dwivedi, the co-founder and CEO of health-tech startup, Duly. Duly took part…

The Armenian tech scene is bustling with innovation and potential, showcasing a diverse range of startups that are making strides in their respective fields. From AI-driven platforms to cutting-edge software solutions, these ten startups are not just reshaping the Armenian tech landscape, but also making an impact on a global scale. Here’s a closer look…   1. SoloLearn: Interactive Coding Education     SoloLearn has emerged as a premier mobile platform revolutionising how individuals learn coding. Launched in 2013, it now boasts over 30 million users, offering courses in 13 programming languages including Python, Java, and C++. What sets SoloLearn…

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio, is returning with its annual Culinary + Cocktail Trend Forecast, highlighting predictions from its vast team of global culinary and beverage experts that will be featured on plates and bar menus in 2024. From global salts and seacuterie to textured cocktails and umami flavors, Kimpton is forecasting both new and evolving trends that will further enhance the dining experience. “Kimpton’s in-house culinary and beverage experts create unforgettable dining and imbibing experiences unlike any other,” says Scott Gingerich, Vice President of Restaurants, Bars + Events, Luxury & Lifestyle Americas, IHG Hotels…

The worst of the storm may have passed but the county has not seen the end of the wet weather Source link

Credit: CC0 Public Domain Hydrothermal vents are an unlikely environment for animals to flourish, characterized by rapid changes in temperature and a challenging chemistry: acidic pH, rich in sulfur and methane. Not to mention the high hydrostatic pressure and the darkness of the deep sea. A team of scientists at the Sanya Institute of Deep-sea Science and Engineering (China) have now sequenced the full genome of a particularly unusual inhabitant of the hydrothermal vent environment: the sea cucumber Chiridota heheva. The research has been accepted for publication in the journal GigaScience. Organisms found at hydrothermal vents are among the most…

Beacon Road in Ditchling, near Hassocks, has been closed by UK Power Networks in order to repair overhead power cables. The road is closed between Long Park Corner and Neville Cottages and will reopen by January 10. It comes after Storm Henk caused power outages and disruption across Sussex. A spokesman for UK Power Networks said: “Most power supplies affected by Storm Henk have been restored, and work will continue until remaining properties are reconnected today. “After high winds exceeding 65mph and a busy night, there are no widespread power issues this morning. “Our engineers worked round the clock to find…