How much extra does an inflation-linked annuity cost?

How long does it take for the income to equal that of an ‘equal’ annuity? What are the inflation risks with a 20-year pension? Money experts analyze the numbers and explain what to look for before you buy Retirement Income: Annuities offer a guaranteed income until you die, and the deals have improved thanks to … Read more

Invasive brown widow spiders found to host novel bacteria linked to chlamydia

An adult male brown knot spider (Latrodectus geometricus). Credit: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Invasive brown widow spiders on three continents were heavily infected with a single strain of Rhabdochlamydia, a bacterium related to major human and animal pathogens including chlamydia. However, a bite from these spiders will not infect humans with chlamydia. Until now, … Read more

A strange stone in a box is linked to a shooting star that fell 54 years ago

Tens of thousands of meteorites have been found on Earth, but the vast majority remain shrouded in mystery. These rocks obviously come from space, but it’s difficult to determine their exact origins, in the solar system or even beyond, without knowing their flight paths. But now researchers believe they have linked a meteorite discovered decades … Read more

Cognitive flexibility linked to entrepreneurial success – Neuroscience News

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Resume: Ordinary entrepreneurs show greater cognitive flexibility and a larger gray matter volume in the left insula, compared to managers. This brain area is associated with divergent thinking, crucial for successful entrepreneurship. The research suggests that understanding the neural basis of cognitive flexibility could improve entrepreneurship training and education. These findings highlight the importance of … Read more

At least 86 people have been hospitalized due to an E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce

At least 86 people are now hospitalized due to an E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce, health officials said. Data from the UK Health Security Agency shows that there had been a further 45 cases of infection on Tuesday this week, bringing the number of confirmed victims in the UK to 256. All those affected … Read more

E. Coli: 27 cases confirmed in Wales, with one outbreak linked to lettuce leaves in some supermarket sandwiches

Deeside.com > News Posted: Sat June 15, 2024 Some sandwiches sold at major supermarkets including Aldi, Asda, Co-op and Morrisons have been recalled following an E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce leaves. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed that there have been 27 cases of E. coli infection in Wales since May 25. … Read more

Popular drinks contain taurine, an ingredient linked to colon cancer

By Emily Joshu Health reporter for Dailymail.Com 15:16 June 6, 2024, updated 16:57 June 6, 2024 A little-known ingredient in energy drinks was thrust into the spotlight this week after scientists theorized it could partly explain the rise in colon cancer in young people. Taurine is an amino acid used in Red Bull to energize … Read more

Revealed: Popular drinks containing taurine were linked to colon cancer in young people

A little-known ingredient in energy drinks was thrust into the spotlight this week after scientists theorized it could partly explain the rise in colon cancer in young people. Taurine is an amino acid used in Red Bull to energize cells and improve mental clarity. However, scientists in Florida hypothesize that this ingredient could “feed” harmful … Read more

Huge entertainment complex left empty by company linked to Vincent Tan

Islington Green is a beautiful part of London and has relatively little to do with Cardiff – with the notable exception of a group of people who are very frustrated by the actions of a company founded by Vincent Tan, the owner of Cardiff City. In 2012, the subsidiary of Berjaya – a company that … Read more