Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, plays a crucial role in the synthesis of NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) and has been linked to cardiovascular health. A recent metabolomics study found that two terminal metabolites of niacin, N1-methyl-2-pyridone-5-carboxamide (2PY) and N1-methyl-4-pyridone-3-carboxamide (4PY), were associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) independent of traditional risk
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Lily Gladstone, fresh off her Leading Actress Oscar nomination for her role in Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon,” is now venturing into the world of science fiction with the upcoming movie “The Memory Police.” This new film, set on an unnamed island at an unnamed time and place, promises to be a thought-provoking
As LeBron James embarks on his record-setting 20th NBA All-Star Game appearance, he openly acknowledges that he is nearing the end of his illustrious career. The 39-year-old athlete sees himself closer to the end than the beginning and recognizes the significance of this stage in his playing days. While he does not have a concrete
Rail passengers are being urged to speak up and report instances of sexual offences through a new public information campaign launched by the British Transport Police (BTP). According to the BTP, public input and reports are essential in aiding the identification and prosecution of offenders. Jen, a 22-year-old victim, shared her harrowing experience for the
The U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates is expected to have a significant impact on currency valuations, particularly in Asian markets. Traditionally, higher interest rates attract foreign investment, leading to an increase in demand for the associated currency. However, with the Fed adopting a more dovish stance and markets pricing in rate cuts,
Paramount’s Bob Marley: One Love has struck a chord with audiences worldwide, raking in an impressive $80M in its global debut. Despite criticism from some quarters, the Reinaldo Marcus Green-directed biopic has defied expectations, pulling in $29M from international markets alone. The film’s performance is particularly noteworthy in 47 overseas territories, where it has surpassed
In the wilds of Karnataka, scientists recently made an unexpected discovery – a frog with a mushroom growing out of its skin. This peculiar sighting took place during a routine expedition, where researchers stumbled upon a group of golden-backed frogs frolicking in a roadside pond. One particular frog stood out, with what seemed like an
The ability to understand object permanence, the concept that objects still exist even when they are out of sight, is a skill that is not commonly found in the animal kingdom. However, a recent study has confirmed that Oriental pied hornbills (Anthracoceros albirostris) are one of the few animal species with an advanced understanding of
The registered nurse workforce has experienced a slump following the pandemic, leading to concerns about staff shortages. However, it is important to note that there has been a rebound in the number of nurses entering the profession. Failure to account for these new additions can result in misleading headlines that paint a grim picture of
Despite Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, there seems to be a significant lack of urgency in the West regarding the potential consequences of this conflict. The European policymakers attending the Munich Security Conference have been warned about a potential “colossal failure of imagination” in assuming that the repercussions of the Ukrainian war will not impact