Autor: Al Punto Hoy from ANASTACIO ALEGRIA

Changes in the gut’s bacterial makeup may signal a person’s risk of developing Parkinson’s disease long before any symptoms emerge, according to a new study by researchers at University College London. The findings suggest that analyzing the gut microbiome, which is the assortment of microorganisms such as bacteria that live in the digestive tract, could help researchers develop tests to identify people at elevated risk for Parkinson’s before symptoms appear. “Parkinson’s disease is a major cause of disability worldwide, and the fastest growing neurodegenerative disease in terms of prevalence and mortality,” said Professor Anthony Schapira of UCL’s Queen Square Institute…

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned following misconduct allegations against her and her top staffers. She is the third Cabinet member — and woman — to step back during President Donald Trump’s second term. White House communications director Steven Cheung confirmed Chavez-DeRemer’s exit on Monday.“Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer will be leaving the Administration to take a position in the private sector,” Cheung said. “She has done a phenomenal job in her role by protecting American workers, enacting fair labor practices, and helping Americans gain additional skills to improve their lives.” Keith Sonderling will serve as acting secretary of the Department of Labor, Cheung stated.…

Angus Chen covers all issues broadly related to cancer including drugs, policy, science, and equity. He joined STAT in 2021 after covering health and science at NPR and NPR affiliate stations. His work has been recognized by national Edward R. Murrow awards, the June L. Biedler prize for cancer journalism, and more. You can reach Angus on Signal at angus.08.Damian Garde is a reporter at large, live and feature journalism, covering the global drug industry and contributing to STAT’s industry-leading events.You’re reading the web version of STAT’s popup newsletter, AACR in 30 seconds, your guide to what’s happening at the…

When it comes to finding good allegory, one of the best places to look is the medium of animation. The films of Studio Ghibli contain many themes detailing the need for environmental awareness and care, for instance. Films from Disney deal with such mature themes of loss and growing older. Just look at anything from Inside Out to Bambi. Disney’s latest tentpole franchise, Zootopia, is another story overflowing with rich themes and ideas, further building on what made the original such a hit. In the world of Zootopia, all animals have grown into a bustling interconnected civilization of shared living…

This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports.The NBA Playoffs are heating up this week with every possession carrying serious weight as teams battle to stay alive and grab control of their series. Kalshi is giving new users a simple way to get involved in the action early, with a bonus using promo code ‘FOXSPORTS’, built around the biggest moments in sports right now.Superstars playing under playoff pressure as Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets try to impose…

Palantir’s manifesto has dropped and co-founder Peter Thiel has a scary new company called Objection. I’ll round up some reactions. Palantir Manifesto Says What? In ancient days the priests of an imperial death cult would have dropped their manifesto on giant graven metal tablets, in 2026 they just tweet that crap with a footnote saying “Excerpts from the #1 New York Times Bestseller The Technological Republic: Hard Power, Soft Belief, and the Future of the West, by Alexander C. Karp & Nicholas W. Zamiska”: Because we get asked a lot. The Technological Republic, in brief. 1. Silicon Valley owes a…

Washington — The Supreme Court on Monday turned away a legal battle testing whether a public school violates parents’ rights when it encourages their child’s social gender transition without their knowledge or consent.In declining the appeal from Massachusetts parents who sued their child’s school district, the high court left untouched a lower court ruling that rejected their claim that their rights had been violated. But the justices may have another opportunity to weigh in on the simmering issue of parental rights in public schools, since a similar case brought by parents in Florida is awaiting action by the high court.The…

US forces have intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said. The US president wrote on his Truth Social platform that the Touska was seized by the US Navy after failing to respond to a warning to stop.Iran said it was a violation of the ceasefire and it would retaliate soon for the «act of armed piracy». Centcom (United States Central Command) released two videos which have been combined in this edit. They said one video showed the Iranian ship being warned before shots were fired. The second, they said,…

Trump’s war with Iran is not popular – and that’s no surprise. Critics of the war are correct about one very important thing: It is messy.The Strait of Hormuz remains dangerous. Oil markets are volatile. The risk of escalation has not disappeared. Even after weeks of air strikes – and now a U.S.-led blockade aimed at restoring control of the Strait – Iran retains the ability to disrupt shipping and rattle the global economy.All of that is true. But what critics have yet to show is that there was a better alternative.For years, American policy toward Iran rested on a…

Background on Sarper and Shekinah’s RelationshipSarper and Shekinah’s romance began in a whirlwind of cultural differences and intense emotions. Their journey unfolded on the popular reality series, «90 Day Fiancé,» where their unique dynamic immediately grabbed viewers’ attention. From the onset, it was evident that their backgrounds and beliefs would challenge their love story.Sarper hails from Turkey, bringing traditional values that sometimes clash with Shekinah’s American upbringing. This cultural rift became particularly pronounced during discussions about marriage and finances, pushing both to reevaluate their expectations. Despite the challenges, their chemistry kept fans rooting for them.One of the most controversial aspects…