The Golden State Warriors are expected to run it back with essentially the same roster as last NBA season, where they had a 37-45 regular-season record and finished 10th in the Western Conference. According to ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins, that is unacceptable if you’re Stephen Curry, as he believes that the 38-year-old guard won’t have…
Doubly destroyed by two fires, Scotland’s finest piece of architecture, the Mackintosh building at the Glasgow School of Art (GSA), cuts a lamentable sight, its charred carcass tightly shrouded in white plastic sheeting, like a vacuum-packed Christo sculpture. A 12-year saga of destruction, rebuilding and yet more destruction, all underscored by an unedifying seam of…
Skeletal muscle often begins to deteriorate relatively early in the aging process. Over time, this can cause loss of strength, increased scarring, fat buildup within muscle tissue, and a decline in fast twitch fibers, which support rapid and powerful movements. Researchers led by Professor Ryuichi Tatsumi of Kyushu University’s Faculty of Agriculture have identified a…
Wentworth, who describes himself as “queer and disabled”, has recently had a series of urological problems. He says doctors often attribute his symptoms to his cerebral palsy first, rather than attempting to properly diagnose issues. “The thing is, disabled people know their bodies incredibly well,” he says. “So we should, I firmly believe, be trusted…
Prof Wei Shen Lim, who is chair of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) advisory group, said: “Invasive meningococcal disease is a rare but very serious illness, which can have a devastating impact on lives. “JCVI has worked closely with meningitis charities and would like to thank all those who responded, including on…
Scientists have uncovered how a toxin produced by a common gut bacterium gains access to colon cells, solving a mystery that has puzzled researchers for more than 15 years. The discovery not only explains how the toxin begins damaging the colon, but also points to a possible new way to block its effects before they…
The FIFA World Cup is reaching its final stages, with Spain already through to the championship match and England set to face Argentina for the remaining spot. Spain booked its place in the World Cup final after a 2-0 victory over France, while England and Argentina prepare for the semifinal at Atlanta Stadium. Here is…
Some doctors are testing new approaches, seeing if tweaking the way NHS works can deliver better health. Dr David Blane is a GP in Glasgow’s Possilpark, and academic lead for GPs at the Deep End, an organisation led by doctors in Scotland’s most deprived communities. He says patients in these neighbourhoods typically develop multiple long‑term conditions 10 to 15…
Creatine is widely known as a supplement used by athletes and bodybuilders to improve strength and performance. Now, new research from UCLA suggests it may have another surprising role: helping the immune system mount a stronger attack against cancer. The study, published in iScience, found that creatine boosts the activity of dendritic cells, specialized immune…
Strategic napping is also a power move to help refresh the brain for the afternoon. If you can wing it on your work break, the perfect nap time is just after lunch when the body takes a natural dip in so-called ‘alerting signals’ that regulate your sleep and wake. Dr Victoria Revell, an associate professor…
