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In a first of its kind, fossil chromosomes have been discovered in a piece of woolly mammoth skin that was excavated from the Siberian permafrost, according to a recent study. The 52,000-year-old remains were discovered in 2018 close to the northeastern Siberian settlement of Belaya Gora. The chromosomes, which are small thread-like structures that contain genetic material, or DNA, were preserved in perfect detail by the cold temperatures in this area. Although samples of ancient DNA have been discovered previously, they are usually very fragmented and only contain a few hundred letters of genetic code. Millions of chromosomes can be found in fossils, providing a significantly more comprehensive image of an animal's genetic makeup. Erez Lieberman Aiden, a professor of molecular and human genetics at the Baylor College of Medicine and co-corresponding author of the study published on Thursday in the journal Cell, stated, "Fossil chromosomes have never been found before." ...

  Today, the Sustainable Municipal Solid Waste Management and Partnership (USAID SELARAS) was officially launched by the Indonesian government and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Waste management presents serious health and environmental problems, including plastic pollution of the oceans and other rivers, therefore both Indonesia and the US have a stake in finding solutions. Enhancing the quality of life for residents, reducing environmental harm, and promoting recycling will all help create a more sustainable future through better solid waste management and higher recycling rates. With the goal of reducing land-based sources of ocean plastic pollution and methane—a strong greenhouse gas—USAID SELARAS is a five-year programme with a maximum funding of $24.7 million. It does this by encouraging sustainable and integrated solid waste management. Eighteen cities and districts in the provinces of North Sumatra, Banten, Central Java, East Java, East K...

The first-ever generic GLP-1 medication to be made available in the US, Victoza (liraglutide), was recently introduced by Teva Pharmaceuticals. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, or GLP-1s or GLP-1 RAs, are a family of incretin medications used to treat obesity and diabetes by acting as the body's natural hormone replacements. In this class, other popular medications include tirzepatide (marketed as Mounjaro and Zepbound) and semaglutide (marketed as Ozempic and Wegovy). The latter stimulates both GLP-1 and GIP receptors, earning it the moniker "dual agonistTrusted Source." Some patients have lost up to 25% of their body weight thanks to the medications, which have shown to be incredibly beneficial, especially for weight lossTrusted Source. Numerous other positive effects, such as decreasing A1C and enhancing cardiovascular outcomes, have also been demonstrated. But occasionally, the medications' popularity has gotten out of hand, creating problems with th...

I've seen how  ransomware  attacks can really hurt people and businesses. In 2021, one attack happened every 11 seconds, causing almost $20 billion in damage 1 . These threats can lock your data and demand money to unlock it. But, you can fight back and keep your digital stuff safe. This article will give you key tips to defend against  ransomware  viruses. By following these steps, you can take charge of your online safety. This means keeping your data, privacy, and peace of mind secure. Key Takeaways Ransomware attacks are a growing threat, with one occurring every 11 seconds in 20211 Cybercriminals often use phishing emails and malicious links to deliver ransomware2 Implementing a robust backup strategy is crucial to recovering from a ransomware attack Keeping software and systems updated helps patch vulnerabilities exploited by ransomware Antivirus software, firewalls, and network segmentation are essential for ransomware protection What is Ransomware and How Doe...

  Scientists claim that the 2.5-meter-long creature existed 280 million years ago as an apex predator, before the time of the dinosaurs. Namibian fossil hunters have found a massive 280-meter-old salamander-like creature that lived before the dinosaur era and was an apex predator. The creature, named Gaiasia jennyae, was roughly 2.5 metres long, with a head shaped like a toilet seat and menacing interlocking fangs. It lurked in lakes and chilly swamps, mouth agape, ready to snap its strong jaws shut on any unsuspecting victim that dared swim by. Prof. Claudia Marsicano of the University of Buenos Aires, who discovered the fossil alongside colleagues, described their discovery as "really shocking" when they saw the massive specimen "just lying on the outcrop as a giant concretion." "As soon as I saw it, I realised it was something entirely different. We were all giddy with anticipation. Gaiasia would have been one of the biggest land predators at the time and th...

DUBAI: Until the Sun Comes Up will be the subject of this year's AZIMUTH festival, which is held annually in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, from September 19–21, organisers announced on Monday. More than thirty local, regional, and international musicians will be included in the 2024 lineup; the performances will be made public in the upcoming weeks. Jason Derulo, The Chainsmokers, Tinie Tempah, The Kooks, Jorja Smith, Peggy Gou, and Thievery Corporation are some of the previous headliners. Included in the AlUla Moments calendar are five festivals showcasing art, culture, music, nature, wellness, equestrian activities, cuisine, and astronomy. This event is one of those festivals. 2020 saw the first edition, which was followed by two in 2022 and three in 2023. Source arabnews.com

RIYADH: From June 27 to 29, the King Salman Auditorium at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Riyadh will play home to the Mechanical Circulatory Support Conference. Over 20 interactive scientific talks, discussion sessions, and workshops led by international specialists will be held throughout the event, which will bring together medical professionals from all over the world, including surgeons, doctors, and nurses. The purpose of the conference is to investigate how people with heart and respiratory failure can improve their quality of life and health outcomes by using technology. Additionally, by focusing on cardiothoracic and cardiac surgeons, critical care physicians, intensive care nurses, respiratory therapists, and perfusionists, it seeks to improve communication among healthcare professionals providing treatment for patients with heart failure. Furthermore, the conference will provide as a platform for colleagues from other specialisations and nations...