Jobs that do not require as much mental engagement as other types of work are associated with higher rates of cognitive impairment after age 70, says a new study.The findings of this observational study do not necessarily imply that such jobs cause later cognitive issues.For people with occupations that do not require a high degree of mental engagement, there are other ways to strengthen cognitive reserve.Does the type of work you do throughout your life affect your chances of developing dementia later on? This question was central to an intriguing new study.According to the study findings, people who have more…

Last updated: April 19, 2024 09:30 EDT | 2 min read Singapore-based payments company Triple-A has announced plans to integrate PayPal’s stablecoin into its list of supported tokens for customer payments. As the first licensed crypto payments firm in Singapore, Triple-A aims to introduce support for PayPal’s stablecoin, PYUSD, by the end of June, according to a report from Bloomberg. Currently, the company offers payment services primarily in Bitcoin, Ether, and stablecoins issued by Tether and Circle.PayPal’s PYUSD Continues to Gather MomentumThis expansion marks another significant step for PayPal’s PYUSD, an effort by the fintech giant to challenge its crypto rivals. Tether’s USDT remains the dominant…

Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as “Credible” below, is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances. Although we do promote products from our partner lenders who compensate us for our services, all opinions are our own. When you take out private loans to help fund your education, choosing between fixed- or variable-rate student loans is important, as it can impact the total cost of your loan. Most private lenders offer both options. However, the U.S. Department of Education has only made fixed-rate loans available since July 1,…

As House Speaker Mike Johnson presses ahead with his four-part foreign aid proposal amid Republican in-fighting, a much-needed Democratic bail-out may no longer be in the cards.House Democrats on Thursday signaled a willingness to keep their options open when it comes to the bills and to saving Johnson from a potential effort to oust him from his post. Following a closed-door caucus meeting, party leaders urged members to adopt a wait-and-see position.House Minority Whip Katherine Clark of Massachusetts told members during the meeting to avoid boxing themselves in with a public statement on a bail-out. Similarly, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries…

The Federal Aviation Administration is instituting new rest rules for U.S. air traffic controllers to address fatigue issues that may be degrading air safety.Controllers will now be required to take 10 hours off between shifts and 12 hours off before a midnight shift. The mandate will take effect in 90 days, FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker said in a statement Friday.”In my first few months at the helm of the FAA, I toured air traffic control facilities around the country — and heard concerns about schedules that do not always allow controllers to get enough rest,” he said. “With the safety…

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia at a global level. Scientists say that more therapy options are needed for the disease. Researchers from Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute in La Jolla, CA, believe common HIV medications may offer potential treatment opportunities for Alzheimer’s disease.Researchers from Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute in La Jolla, CA, have recently conducted a study which suggests that medications commonly used to treat HIV may also offer potential treatment opportunities for Alzheimer’s disease.Their study paper appears in the journal Pharmaceuticals.“Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in the United…

Last updated: April 19, 2024 10:52 EDT | 3 min read Amidst the surging prices of Polkadot and Shiba Inu, BlockDAG is capturing the imagination of the cryptocurrency world with its groundbreaking potential for a 30,000x return on investment. As Polkadot advances its community engagement and Shiba Inu rides a wave of investor enthusiasm, BlockDAG distinguishes itself with a novel blend of blockchain security and Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) scalability. This innovative approach is highlighted by a teaser for an upcoming keynote video shot from the moon, promising to elevate the project to unprecedented heights. As BlockDAG’s presale gathers momentum, it…

Labor officials have received a green light to pursue an injunction in federal court against the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newspaper for allegedly violating its employees’ rights.A spokesperson for the National Labor Relations Board confirmed to HuffPost that the agency approved a request by a regional director in Pennsylvania to seek the temporary injunction. The petition is likely to be filed in federal court in the coming days. Journalists and production employees have been on a grueling 18-month strike amid a battle with the newspaper’s owners, Block Communications.An administrative law judge at the NLRB ruled last year that the Post-Gazette failed to…

The French manicure has lived many lives–and for good reason, its versatility means it can be worn with all manner of ensembles. Plus: it’s polished and chic, without being too in your face. And while it’s easy to update with different color palettes–think matcha green or jet-black tips–many of us return to the classic nude style time and time again.JOCE/Bauer-GriffinEver one of the girlies, Zendaya just stepped out sporting a chunky, ’90s-inspired French manicure. Suited and booted in a vintage Ralph Lauren blazer dress–complete with pocket handkerchief–the star, who is currently on the press trail for her new tennis-themed film,…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! It’s finally here. Taylor Swift’s newest album, The Tortured Poets Department, arrived on April 19, and with it a brand new era for everyone’s favorite singer-songwriter. But dropping one album wasn’t enough. Swifties were in for a huge surprise when Taylor dropped a second complete set of songs just hours after the first batch, revealing that the release was actually a double album. Okay, so, wow. That’s been a lot. A LOT for Swifties to handle. And true to the…

The Environmental Protection Agency has designated PFOA and PFOS, two forever chemicals used in various products, as hazardous substances.The measure aims to facilitate quicker cleanup of these toxic compounds and hold industries responsible for contamination financially accountable.The designation mandates reporting of their release into soil or water and allows the EPA to require cleanups to protect public health.The Environmental Protection Agency on Friday designated two forever chemicals that have been used in cookware, carpets and firefighting foams as hazardous substances, an action intended to ensure quicker cleanup of the toxic compounds and require industries and others responsible for contamination to…

Refinancing your student loans can often come with huge benefits. It could mean a lower interest rate, a smaller monthly payment, and fewer costs in the long run. But be warned: Timing is everything — especially if you have federal student loans. But if you have private student loans, then a refinance could be a smart move. Check a student loan refinancing calculator to gauge the potential savings it could offer, and make sure to compare rates and multiple lenders, as interest rates can vary widely. If you have federal loans, then read on. There are lots of factors to…

Thousands of Black kidney transplant candidates moved up on waitlist after testing bias found – CBS News Watch CBS News More than 14,000 Black kidney transplant candidates in the U.S. have been moved up on the waitlist after a widely used test was found to be overestimating how well Black people’s kidneys were functioning, making them seem healthier than they were. Dr. Fasika Tedla, medical director for kidney and pancreas transplant at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, joined CBS News to discuss the development. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events,…

New Delhi    Tesla may be close to unlocking a massive new market. CEO Elon Musk is due to arrive in India next week for a visit that is expected to include a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and confirmation that Tesla plans to build a factory in the world’s most populous country. Musk posted last week on X that he is “looking forward” to meeting Modi. The billionaire did not mention a date, but Indian media and Reuters reported, citing unnamed sources, that he is expected to meet the Indian leader next week in New Delhi. He is…

Just last autumn, five Just Stop Oil protesters were arrested after storming the stage at a performance of Les Miserables on London’s West End.  During the performance of the song, “Do You Hear the People Sing?” the protesters invaded the stage while unveiling banners displaying anti-fossil fuel messaging.In a video of the incident, later posted to the group’s social media channels, a member of the group is seen shouting, “Just stop oil!” to boos from the audience and a swift response from production staff. The group then locked themselves to the stage, forcing audience and theatre staff to evacuate the space.BroadwayWorld followed up…