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Size of brain area linked with cognitive decline – even in people with no other warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease
Previous research has shown loss of volume in the hippocampus precedes signs of cognitive decline in people with Alzheimer's. Atthapon Raksthaput/ Shutterstock A small, seahorse-sized area of the brain is responsible for most of our learning and memory. Called the hippocampus, this area is key to many important brain functions,Continue Reading
The vast majority of us have no idea what the padlock icon on our internet browser is – and it’s putting us at risk
The padlock icon which appears in most internet browser address bars. Robert Avgustin/Shutterstock Do you know what the padlock symbol in your internet browser’s address bar means? If not, you’re not alone. New research by my colleagues and I shows that only 5% of UK adults understand the padlock’s significance.Continue Reading
Doctor Who: six classic episodes as the show celebrates 60 years
Going into the episode, fans knew that this was the end for Peter Capaldi, the Twelfth Doctor, who was about to hang up his sonic screwdriver for good. While the Christmas Day episode may not have ticked any boxes for being “iconic” itself, writing and plot wise, it gains theContinue Reading
Rafael Nadal Australian Open update as chief ‘certain’ Spaniard will play
Australian Open director Craig Tiley has said that he is “certain” Rafael Nadal will be at the Grand Slam as the Spaniard looks to make his return from injury in Melbourne. The 37-year-old has not played professionally since this year’s tournament in January, having been kept out through hip andContinue Reading
Horner explains why Red Bull didn’t want Hamilton and Max Verstappen duo
Hamilton’s Mercedes contract was due to run out at the end of this season and, despite insisting his future was always with Toto Wolff’s team, it appears he had been gauging the interest of other teams. Mercedes have struggled the past two seasons, with their performances a far cry fromContinue Reading
Alison Hammond praised for shutting down Cliff Richard’s ‘fat-shaming’ comments
Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Alison Hammond has been praised for her swift shutdown of Cliff Richard after the singer made fat-shaming comments on This Morning. Singer Richard, 83, appeared on the ITVContinue Reading
Manchester United facing ‘Champions League ban’ after Sir Jim Ratcliffe deal
If Ten Hag’s side finish sixth or win the FA Cup, they would usually directly qualify for the second-tier competition. However, if Nice finished fourth in Ligue 1, with the prospect of losing a Champions League qualifier and dropping into the Europa League, United would not be allowed to playContinue Reading
F1 chiefs respond to Abu Dhabi GP terrorist attack fears, Hamilton to miss FP1
Daniel Ricciardo has revealed that AlphaTauri are bringing updates to the Abu Dhabi this weekend as they look to hunt down Williams in the season finale. “We have updates this weekend, and even if I haven’t been with the team all year, I know that one of the main areasContinue Reading
Autumn Statement is a ‘bad news sandwich’ for small businesses and retailers
There were slices of good news for Britain’s retailers and SMEs in today’s Autumn Statement. However, there was also a filling of bad news on the overall economy and lack of business rates reform. The home delivery expert ParcelHero, a champion of small retailers and SMEs, says there were layersContinue Reading
How can employers avoid problems at staff parties?
With the festive season fast approaching, many employers have already finalised their plans for a staff party. Others may prefer a more spontaneous approach. Either way, there are many legal issues for employers to consider. This is because work-related functions such as Christmas parties and similar events are effectively workContinue Reading