Olive oil protects against dementia: Extra-virgin dressing could reduce toxic plaques

Olive oil protects against dementia: Extra-virgin dressing could reduce toxic plaques

22.06.2017

It also stops the formation of the amyloid-beta plaques and neurofibrillary tangles within the brain. Tests showed brain cells from mice fed diets enriched with extra-virgin olive oil had higher levels of autophagy and reduced levels of plaques and tangles.

Uber is rolling out a tipping option for drivers

Uber is rolling out a tipping option for drivers

22.06.2017

Beginning on Tuesday, drivers in Houston , Minneapolis and Seattle can collect tips , Uber said . Uber has announced its 180 Days of Change initiative , a driver-focused effort in which Uber will "step up and give you the driving experience you deserve".

Freddie Freeman plans to play third

22.06.2017

Adams has been playing first base in Freeman's absence and doing a terrific job of it. Of his 34 hits with the Braves, over half (18) have gone for extra bases. Freddie Freeman was one of the best hitters in baseball before breaking his wrist in May. He boasted a.341/.461/.748 line with 14 homers and 25 RBI in 37 games.

USA shoots down drone close to Iraqi-Syrian border

USA shoots down drone close to Iraqi-Syrian border

22.06.2017

A US fighter jet shot down a pro-regime drone near al-Tanf in southeastern Syria, just outside the de-confliction zone according to the officials. On June 8, a US fighter jet shot down another Iranian-made drone that dropped a bomb near forces patrolling the base at Tanf.

Australian who escaped from Bali prison may have drowned in tunnel

Australian who escaped from Bali prison may have drowned in tunnel

22.06.2017

One of the men was previously suspected to have become stuck in the escape tunnel, but after a search only a torch, clothes and a digging tool were found. "He was asking me what I thought he could do to stay longer to avoid going back to Australia, as a joke I said "try escaping", I guess he took it literally", the ex-prisoner said on Facebook.

After weeks of secrecy, Senate to unveil healthcare bill

22.06.2017

Republicans are trying to insulate Donald Trump from the potential failure of the health care bill in the Senate by keeping the President far away from the legislation. The bill, they wrote, fulfills "an important conservative commitment to promote life and protect the unborn". Among those signing the letter were top executives of AmeriHealth Caritas, Molina Healthcare, Blue Shield of California and Healthfirst, in NY.

FIFA Confederations Cup: Mexico come from behind to beat New Zealand

FIFA Confederations Cup: Mexico come from behind to beat New Zealand

22.06.2017

Three players were booked for squaring up to each other. Leeds striker, Chris Wood who was played through on goal struck a powerful shot that beat Alfredo Talavera in goal for Mexico . Mexicans stormed back after the break, creating a swag of chances. The Russian national squad will be playing its next and final group stage match against Mexico on Saturday, June 24 , in Kazan , while its tonight's opponent Portugal would clash later that day with New Zealand in Russia's ...

IS destroys iconic al-Nuri mosque in Mosul

22.06.2017

Thousands of Iraqi security forces, Kurdish Peshmerga fighters, Sunni Arab tribesmen and Shia militiamen, supported by US-led coalition warplanes and military advisers, are involved in the battle to retake the key city, which was launched on 17 October past year.

Jurors deliberate in Baby Doe murder trial; no verdict yet

Jurors deliberate in Baby Doe murder trial; no verdict yet

22.06.2017

A woman walking her dog found the toddler's badly decomposed remains. This gives the jury another option if they believe McCarthy did not intend to kill Bella Bond . "She lied to everyone and there is no doubt that her lies and her cover-up were convincing". During the trial , McCarthy did not take the stand in his own defense, leaving jurors to hear his voice only when a tape-recording of 2015 interview with a State Police trooper was played by prosecutors.

Skip the coconut oil, say new heart-healthy guidelines

Skip the coconut oil, say new heart-healthy guidelines

22.06.2017

While it's nice to opt for olive oils and vegetable oils, Stacks said coconut oil is a hair conditioner and good moisturizer. Most experts agree that it's best to consume saturated fats in moderation. Although the report conflicts with mainstream beliefs about the health benefits of coconut oil , it's on par with previous warnings from the organization about saturated fats.