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For many, the definition of a planet became clear when Pluto was downgraded from a planet to a dwarf planet in 2006. Now, a team of astronomers is calling for a redefinition of “planet” itself to include objects that orbit stars other than the Sun. Team paper The paper, currently available on the preprint server arXiv, will be published ahead of next month’s International Astronomical Union general assembly, which established the current planet definition in 2006, when Pluto did not meet the criteria. Why are we still talking about Pluto? To be clear, Pluto is not the focus of the…

summary: A new study finds that semaglutide, known as Ozempic/Wegovi, has no adverse effects on brain health and may reduce cognitive impairment and nicotine addiction. An analysis using more than 100 million patient records revealed no increased risk of neurological or psychiatric disorders compared with other anti-diabetic drugs.These findings suggest that the benefits of semaglutide may extend beyond diabetes management. Further studies are needed to confirm these potential benefits.Key Facts:No adverse effects: Semaglutide does not increase the risk of neurological or psychiatric disorders.Potential benefits: It is associated with a reduced risk of cognitive impairment and nicotine dependence.Rich data: More than…

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Getting ready to send astronauts to Mars By the 2030s And the agency’s first year-long simulated mission has taken a big step toward realizing that goal.The four-person crew recently emerged from a simulated habitat at Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, as part of the first completed portion of three planned programs for NASA’s Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog (CHAPEA).Volunteer crew members log in 378 days Mars Dune Alpha is a 1,700-square-foot 3D-printed habitat that simulates what would be needed for an actual mission to Mars.In this image made from video provided by…

Katy Perry and Dr. Luke. Photo illustration: Vulture, Photo: Getty Katy Perry’s work relationships With the controversial producer Dr. Luke It’s her most fruitful creative partnership yet: The highly successful industry veteran produced the pop star’s first No. 1 single, “I Kissed a Girl,” as well as a string of top Billboard hits from her sophomore album., Teenage DreamsIncluding the title track, “California Girls,” “ET,” and “Last Friday Night (TGIF).” It’s no surprise then that Perry would attempt a return to the commercial realm she once dominated with Dr. Luke on her sixth album. In her eyes, at least, there’s…

Uruguay Manager Marcelo Bielsa Copa America He called out tournament organizers on Friday for the “unprofessional” nature of the event and criticized security and stadium conditions in the United States.Bielsa’s comments came after several Uruguay players clashed with fans at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, following their semi-final defeat. ColumbiaAn argument broke out in the area where players’ families, including children, were sitting.The South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL), which opted to host the Copa America in the United States for a second time, has launched an investigation into the incident.Going deeperHow Uruguay vs Colombia went awry -…

Kent Nishimura/Getty Images/File A Delta Airlines plane parked at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on June 19, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. CNN — Delta employees His removal from his role on the airline’s social media channels came following backlash over some posts made from its official accounts. It is seen as anti-Palestinian. In a statement shared with CNN on Friday, Delta Air Lines said the company “We have removed a comment posted in error on Wednesday X as it does not align with our values ​​or our mission to connect the world.” “The team member responsible for this post has been coached…

Image source, Getty ImagesArticle informationauthor, Falea Massoudrole, BBC Business Correspondent12 July 2024 13:42 BSTUpdated 2 hours agoElon Musk’s social media site X has been accused by the European Union of breaching online content rules, with claims that its “verified” blue tick accounts could be “misleading” to users.EU IT regulators said users could be fooled into thinking the identity of someone with a blue tick has been verified, when in fact anyone can pay to have the blue tick. They said they had found evidence that “bad actors” were abusing the system.The investigation was launched under the EU’s Digital Services Act…

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summary: A new study uncovers how inflammation in the brain caused by infection or neurodegenerative disease releases the IL-6 protein, leading to muscle weakness. The researchers found that IL-6 travels from the brain to muscles, where it reduces muscle energy production and function.This discovery could lead to treatments for muscle wasting in diseases such as Alzheimer’s and long COVID: Blocking the IL-6 pathway may prevent muscle loss associated with brain inflammation.Key Facts:IL-6 Protein: It is released from the brain during inflammation and causes muscle weakness.Energy Savings: IL-6 reduces energy production in muscle mitochondria.Treatment possibilities: Inhibiting the IL-6 pathway may prevent…

Two interacting galaxies called the Penguin and the Egg have been seen in greater clarity and detail than ever before after NASA released a new image (right) taken from the James Webb Space Telescope, while on the left is an older image taken from the Hubble Space Telescope. NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI Hide caption Toggle caption NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI Like a protective parent, one galaxy towers above the other, looking down on its neighbor. The two galaxies are named NGC 2936 and NGC 2937, but are more famous for the penguin and egg. The team behind the James Webb…