Novel regulator of mitochondrial cell death reveals a promising target for cancer therapy

Researchers at The Wistar Institute have described the role of mitochondrial fission factor (MFF) in controlling survival of cancer cells, suggesting the protein could represent a promising therapeutic target. They also found that expression of MFF is regulated by Myc, a ubiquitous mediator of cell proliferation that contributes to development of many cancer types. These results were published online in […]

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Certain genetic variants predispose patients with diabetes to kidney disease

In an unprecedented scale, researchers have begun to unravel the genetics that may predispose some individuals to develop kidney disease once they have diabetes, independent of the degree of blood sugar control. The findings appear in an upcoming issue of JASN. Many individuals with type 1 diabetes develop kidney disease despite adequate blood sugar control, while others maintain normal kidney […]

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Beef Jerky! Doughnuts! Corn …? Pregnant Celebs' Wildest, Yummiest Cravings

They may not be pickles and ice cream, but they’re not far off 1 of 18 Ashley Graham It’s best not to discriminate. Posting to Instagram in September 2019, the pregnant supermodel wrote: “Feed me all the cravings, literally every emoji except missing cantaloupe,” she continued, sharing food emojis including corn, salad, honey, doughnuts, cucumber, coffee and strawberries to her […]

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How Does a Creative Brain Work?

There is a common perception that the right-side of our brain is responsible for logic and analysis, while the left side is responsible for innovation and creativity. An extension of this understanding states that those who think more with the right side of their brains are more logical and have greater analytical skills, while those who are more inclined towards […]

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EXCLUSIVE: Biologique Recherche Now Offers Its Services Inside Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills

Starting today, Biologique Recherche — the French skin-care brand with a cult following — is offering its services in a resident spa exclusively inside Neiman Marcus’ Beverly Hills location. Historically, the brand had been working purely with medical and hotel spas. That is, until it entered the world of retail by partnering with long-established, luxury department stores: London’s Liberty, founded […]

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For gut microbes, not all types of fiber are created equal

Certain human gut microbes with links to health thrive when fed specific types of ingredients in dietary fibers, according to a new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. The work—conducted in mice colonized with human gut bacteria and using new technologies for measuring nutrient processing—is a step toward developing more nutritious foods based on a strategy […]

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'Orion Is Getting a Brother!' Baby Boy on the Way for Chris Noth, 64, and Wife Tara Wilson

Mr. Big’s family is getting bigger! Chris Noth and his wife, actress Tara Wilson, are expecting their second child together, the proud dad-to-be announced on Instagram Wednesday. For the big reveal, the Sex and the City heartthrob, 64, shared a snapshot of his wife, 37, posing in front of a sliding glass door. She cradles her baby bump, which is visible […]

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Persistent headache or back pain ‘twice as likely’ in the presence of the other

People with persistent back pain or persistent headaches are twice as likely to suffer from both disorders, a new study from the University of Warwick has revealed. The results, published in the Journal of Headache and Pain, suggest an association between the two types of pain that could point to a shared treatment for both. The researchers from Warwick Medical […]

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Madison Reed to Franchise Color Bars as Part of JV

Madison Reed plans to open more Color Bars as part of a new joint venture and franchise plan with Franworth, a consulting firm. Madison Reed started as a home hair-color business centered around better-for-you ingredients before expanding its services into Color Bars. Right now it has nine locations where people can receive hair coloring services in a no-frills environment — […]

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