A new weekly injectable drug could transform the lives of more than eight million people living with Parkinson\’s disease, potentially replacing the need for multiple daily tablets. Scientists from the University of South Australia (UniSA) have developed a long-acting injectable formulation that delivers a steady dose of levodopa and carbidopa – two key medications for Parkinson\’s – over an entire week. Their findings have been reported in the journal Drug Delivery and Translational Research. The biodegradable formulation is injected under the skin or into muscle tissue, where it gradually releases the medication over seven days. Parkinson\’s disease is the second…
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With the Moon in Pisces trining Jupiter in Cancer, Monday’s daily horoscope has energy that is soft and surprisingly optimistic. Today is about connection, kindness, and letting yourself imagine the best-case scenario without side-eyeing it. Generosity opens doors. So does a little faith in people (including yourself). The magic move? Let things unfold with ease. That DM, that offer, that solution might show up when you least expect it. ARIES (March 21 – April 19)Today’s about leading with heart. Instead of trying to outwork or outsmart the world, ask where you could simply trust people more. Small kindnesses come back…
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Dear RW readers, can you spare $25? The week at Retraction Watch featured: Our list of retracted or withdrawn COVID-19 papers is up past 500. There are more than 60,000 retractions in The Retraction Watch Database — which is now part of Crossref. The Retraction Watch Hijacked Journal Checker now contains more than 300 titles. And have you seen our leaderboard of authors with the most retractions lately — or our list of top 10 most highly cited retracted papers? What about The Retraction Watch Mass Resignations List? Here’s what was happening elsewhere (some of these items may be paywalled,…
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I had an MRI today; the tech was a giant gym bro. Very sharp. Nice haircut. Very polite and professional. He asked me what I wanted to listen to during the test. I drew a blank. This was because I had to take a quarter of a pill to keep my mild claustrophobia. “No preference.” “Are you sure? We have Pandora…” “Just something, soft. Nothing jarring. I think I’m just going to get in there, close my eyes and pray,” I said. “That’d be best,” he responded. I relaxed pretty well in the tube and some soft love song came…
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The James Webb Space Telescope, launched in 2021 and on active duty since 2022, has gotten its legs viewing already known exoplanets but can now take credit for its first direct image of a previously unknown one. Exoplanets have been detected since 1992 when two, named named Poltergeist and Phobetor, were found orbiting the pulsar PSR B1257+12. Since then they have become key targets in astronomy, in hopes that capturing snapshots in time can help us understand how planetary systems form. Thousands have been detected indirectly but because they are less bright due to being \’drowned out\’ by light from their…
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Amazon has for Prime Members: 7\” Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (16GB Storage, 2024) on sale for $124.99. Shipping is free. Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal. Available: Features: Our fastest Kindle ever – The next-generation 7\” Paperwhite display has a higher contrast ratio and 25% faster page turns. Ready for travel – The ultra-thin design has a larger glare-free screen so pages stay sharp no matter where you are. Escape into your books – Your Kindle doesn\’t have social media, notifications, or other distracting apps. Battery life for your longest novel – A single charge via USB-C lasts…
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July 10th Birthday Horoscope 2025-2026 MORE BIRTHDAYS If Today is Your Birthday: July 10th The Year Ahead Forecast for July 2025 to July 2026 If You Were Born Today, July 10: You are quick-witted, enthusiastic, and an eternal explorer. You are often assessing what things are worth, and you’re generally very good at it – you have good taste and a knack for finding worthwhile and valuable things. You enjoy traveling and learning and are forever seeking meaning and truths in life. Although you very much dislike routine, you are also very security-conscious and need to lay down…
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The Moon strides into Sagittarius today, shifting the emotional current from cautious collaboration to dreaming big. This isn’t a vibe for spreadsheets and overthinking. It’s about vision, growth, and that bold inner voice that says: there’s more out there for you. Sagittarius energy urges you to follow your curiosity, and reconnect with your larger “why.” Meanwhile, the waxing moon builds momentum, lighting a fire under whatever you’ve been quietly wishing for. ARIES (March 21 – April 19)Your brain is buzzing with ideas, but don’t just talk: pitch. Mercury is working in your favor, and that brilliant half-baked idea you’ve been…
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This day, the Fourth of July, is my favorite holiday. I love it for a few reasons. I love the summer, and the warm nights that allow me to stay outside under the stars without hunching over from chill. I love that there are at least two more months of hot weather here in the mountains, which means morning hikes and afternoon pool time. I love that the Fourth is a good reason to spend extra time with friends and family, and eat stone fruit, and make ice cream, and wear swimsuits. But I mostly love Independence Day because I…
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I told my husband of an idea/memory I had. He listened intently. “What do you make of that?” I asked. He shared an intensely violent story, explaining this is what it conjured up for him. “Hmm,” I said. “Sorry, P.” “No need. I understand why you’d think that but I was thinking along a different track. I’m not sure how this happened but if I could figure it out I may really be on to something. What if I could come up with stuff like this all the time due my unusual experience? It’s my experience which means it’s my…