[ Credit: CC0 Public Domain Methamphetamine doesn’t just spike levels of the pleasure-inducing hormone dopamine in the reward pathways of the brain—it also provokes damaging brain inflammation through similar mechanisms. Meth is addictive because it increases dopamine levels in the brain. While researchers know that meth triggers brain inflammation, whether …
Read More »Robert Jenrick ‘told Kemi Badenoch to kick Liz Truss out’ of the Conservatives | Politics News
Robert Jenrick claims he told Kemi Badenoch to kick former prime minister Liz Truss out of the Conservative Party because of her “cackhanded” mini budget. The former shadow justice secretary, who defected to Reform last week, told Sky News Mornings with Ridge and Frost that Ms Badenoch’s refusal to do …
Read More »Senegal defeat Morocco to win Africa Cup of Nations in chaotic final | World News
Senegal have secured a second Africa Cup of Nations title after beating hosts Morocco 1-0 thanks to a Pape Gueye extra-time winner during what was a chaotic final. With the match goalless, there were dramatic scenes deep into stoppage time in the second half when Senegalese players, led by their …
Read More »Architect behind Singapore’s public housing system dies aged 87
The architect who designed Singapore’s public housing system, now home to most of the country’s 5.9 million residents, has died at the age of 87. Liu Thai Ker shaped the landscape of modern Singapore, with its distinctive public housing blocks dominating the skyline, from the city centre to the edges. …
Read More »Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints, Answers for Jan. 19 #483
Looking for the most recent regular Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles. Today’s Connections: Sports Edition is a tough one. It helps to be very familiar with a certain football player’s career. …
Read More »Brahim Diaz’s Afcon penalty miss: ‘He’s going to have nightmares’ say pundits
It was a moment that will haunt Brahim Diaz for years to come. The Morocco winger had a chance to write his name into folklore after winning a penalty in the eighth minute of injury time of a goalless Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal. It was a golden …
Read More »Most Americans see opioid overdose as a serious crisis needing urgent action
[ Credit: CC0 Public Domain Approximately 88% of adults view opioid overdose deaths as a very serious problem with high agreement across political groups, according to a national survey conducted by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers. However, political differences over who is responsible will shape the country’s next phase of drug …
Read More »After Finishing Your Daily Wordle, Try These Other Word Games
In 2021, Josh Wardle launched the wildly popular word game Wordle, and then the New York Times bought the game in 2022. If you’re unfamiliar with Wordle, it asks players to figure out a five-letter word in six or fewer guesses (we have a two-step strategy to help you solve the puzzle every time). …
Read More »Jeremy Jacquet transfer news: Chelsea in talks for Rennes defender
Chelsea have held talks to sign Rennes centre-back Jeremy Jacquet during the winter transfer window. The Blues have spoken to both Rennes and the 20-year-old’s agent over a January move but are currently being quoted more than £60m to secure a deal this month. The France Under-21 international is known …
Read More »Champions Cup: Glasgow beat Saracens to set up Bulls last-16 tie
Glasgow Warriors continued their fine form in the Investec Champions Cup with victory over Saracens to set up a home last-16 tie against the Bulls. A dazzling first-half display saw Warriors roar into a 21-3 lead against their English visitors, with Ollie Smith, Kyle Steyn and George Horne crossing for …
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Paul O’Hare, BBC Scotland, and Lisa Summers, Scotland health and social care correspondent BBC John Cuddihy’s daughter Molly, 23, died in the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow in August last year The father of a woman whose death is being examined by prosecutors said a health board was “warned …
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Those in favour of temporary replacements suggest they will significantly improve the immediate management of concussive injuries and ensure medical teams have sufficient time to assess players. The Premier League is ready to meet with Ifab to discuss the issue and would also share data, knowledge and learnings with both …
Read More »Former Lakers star Lamar Odom charged with DUI after Las Vegas arrest
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Lamar Odom was arrested and charged with DUI in Las Vegas, according to court records obtained by Fox News Digital. The former Los Angeles Lakers star, 46, was arrested in the early hours of Saturday morning on a DUI charge and two …
Read More »Women’s FA Cup: Liverpool, Man City & Man Utd cruise into fifth round
Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United all cruised into the fifth round of the Women’s FA Cup as 55 goals were scored across 12 matches on Sunday. Top-flight strugglers Liverpool banished their goalscoring woes by putting six past fourth-tier London Bees, with five separate players on the scoresheet including debutants …
Read More »BBC demands tighter vetting after Apprentice candidate’s offensive social media posts
The BBC has called on the makers of The Apprentice to carry out stricter background checks on contestants, after one due to appear on the forthcoming series was found to have made offensive posts on social media. The messages from candidate Levi Hodgetts-Hague included racist remarks towards Muslims and sexist …
Read More »How to Watch Texans vs. Patriots & Rams vs. Bears: Stream NFL Sunday Playoffs
See at ESPN ABC/ESPN game for $30 per month ESPN Unlimited See at Directv Carries NFL channels for $70 per month DirecTV MySports See at Fubo Carries NFL channels for $85 per month Fubo The divisional round of the NFL playoffs continues today. Up first, the Houston Texans and New …
Read More »Australian Open 2026: Venus Williams’ record-breaking day ends in close first-round defeat
Williams had not played for more than a year when she returned to WTA Tour action at the Washington Open in July 2025. She beat fellow American Peyton Stearns in her opening match of that event but has lost her subsequent six matches at tour level. That run includes first-round …
Read More »PDAs, Tube TVs and $13,000 VCRs: How CES Jump-Starts the Tech of Tomorrow
I can’t forget the biggest TV I’ve ever seen. Deep inside a convention center in Las Vegas, a Samsung PR representative calmly ushered me past workers setting up for the evening event. They were preparing for Samsung’s First Look, the annual unveiling of the company’s most ambitious home entertainment hardware …
Read More »Ukraine’s air defence supplies ‘insufficient’, Zelensky says
Reuters Zelensky called on Ukraine’s allies to provide rapid shipments of missiles President Zelensky has called Ukraine’s air defence supplies “insufficient”, having revealed several systems were “without missiles” until Friday morning. “I can say this openly because today I have those missiles,” the president said, adding that Ukraine had received …
Read More »Celtic Challenge: Wolfhounds pick up big win over Brython Thunder
Reigning champions Wolfhounds produced a rampant display in the Celtic Challenge to ease to a 69-0 victory over Brython Thunder at the Affidea Stadium. The hosts scored six first-half tries to race into a comfortable lead in Belfast and wrap up the bonus point. Neil Alcorn’s side added five more …
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