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WE TEND to think of Alzheimer’s as a disease that affects brain function and memory. But researchers argue that the disease could make itself know through the way we move – specifically, what times of the day we’re most active. 1nullCredit: GettyA new study published in the journal SLEEP claimed that monitoring a person’s daily activity patterns through a wrist-worn fitness tracker may highlight early warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease.They predicted the devices may be used to spot symptoms of the brain robbing disease in the future. It’s estimated that over 900,000 Brits currently live with dementia, 60 to 70 per…

THE MOTHER of all shipwrecks is finally set to be salvaged, with recovery teams starting the removal of artefacts in April.The Spanish San Jose Galleon sank off the Colombian port of Cartagena in 1708, where it rested, unknown, until 2015.8An underwater robot is going to be deployed to start salvaging the artefacts on the legendary shipwreckCredit: EPA88A painting of the San Jose Galleon before it sunk 300 years agoCredit: Samuel Scott8It has been estimated that $16 billion worth of treasures were on the vessel when it sunkCredit: ReutersIts discovery has been fraught with long-standing legal disputes regarding ownership.Spain, Colombia, Bolivian indigenous groups,…

PLAYSTATION has been increasing its console production lately with several new gaming peripherals.The PlayStation Portal, a handheld streaming device for PS5, was in high demand and gamers struggled to get their hands on one.1The PlayStation Portal exceeded Sony’s expectationsCredit: SonyPlayStation also released a new PS5 model, known by fans as the PS5 Slim, which is a much lighter version of the chunky console.It seems the company isn’t satisfied with that yet, as further leaks have emerged suggesting that a PS5 Pro could be on the way before the end of the year.Documents reportedly leaked for the PS5 Pro, which is…

A CHANGE in how often you blink could reveal serious underlying health issues, experts say. On average, most adults blink once every three to five seconds, which helps to keep the eye moist and clean.1In some cases, blinking too much or too little can herald a host of health problems, from allergies and immune disorders right through to Parkinson’s disease. 1. Parkinson’s diseaseSeveral studies have found that the rate at which we blink mirrors the amount of dopamine in the brain The less dopamine we have, the more we fixate on one subject and the less frequently we blink. People with…

A POPULAR tourist hotspot has been placed on high alert for sharks after the beasts were seen swarming around its coastline.Warning flags have been raised after an urgent jet ski patrol found sharks lurking just 200m from the shore.3Hammerhead sharks (stock image) were found lurking off the coast of a Canary IslandCredit: Getty3Red and yellow warning flags were raised on a beach in Fuerteventura (stock image)Credit: Getty3Hammerheads seen prowling near a beach in Gran Canaria last summerThe beasts were spotted off the coast of Fuerteventura, one of the Canary Islands, a sandy paradise popular with British holidaymakers.Now just weeks away…

GOOGLE is reportedly eyeing its upcoming Pixel 9 launch to unveil a new, life-saving, feature that makes Android devices trackable, even when they’re switched off. If you thought that concept sounds familiar, it is – Apple’s iPhones have had access to this feature for years in the Find My app. 1Last summer, Google announced that Android owners will soon be able to use Bluetooth and offline services to pinpoint phonesCredit: GoogleGoogle has its own Find My Device service, which you help you find a lost Android phone. But the company has been working on upgrading its own Find MY Device feature since…

A BABY who was born paralysed from the head down died after midwives repeatedly told his mum “you need to stop worrying”.Robyn Davis, 28, herself a former midwife, began to feel drowsy and confused a few hours into labour with her second child.4Robyn Davis with her baby son OrlandoCredit: Solent4The tot died after he was born paralysed from the head downCredit: Solent4Robyn and her husband Jonny with Orlando’s ashesCredit: Solent4The mum spent three days in the coma after her harrowing labourCredit: SolentBut when she repeatedly told midwives she felt something was wrong, her old colleagues said there was nothing to…

RUSSIAN rebels have captured another town in just two days as part of their brave campaign against tyrant Vladimir Putin.Bold pro-Ukrainian “freedom-fighters” from Russia stormed the border of two towns in the last week and forced Putin’s men there to surrender.6The Russian Rebels share a picture brandishing their flags after taking a second strongholdCredit: Telegram6Fighters from the Freedom of Russia Legion are pictured gearing up for the assault that started on Tuesday6Ilya Ponomarev, head of Freedom of Russia Legion, told The Sun that their goal is to inspire others to take up arms against PutinCredit: Getty6The Freedom of Russia Legion…

MILLIONS of iPhone owners might be needlessly ruining their battery life with common mistakes.Almost everything you do with your iPhone affects its battery life – so you need to treat it carefully.2You’ll want to keep your iPhone battery healthy to boost its daily lifeCredit: AppleOne new iPhone owner asked for advice in a Reddit thread: “Camera is amazing, software is incredible. I really enjoy using it but I don’t know how to keep battery health.”They continued: “Can you guys give me a few tips about battery and other things?”And fellow Apple fans were quick to reveal some of the most…

INGREDIENTS already lurking in our food cupboards could have some surprising health benefits. One such example is apple cider vinegar, which according to Lebanese researchers could help you lose weight in a matter of months. 1Research suggests apple cider vinegar might aid weight loss and help lower blood sugarWith the study team recommending people take a daily dose of vinegar if they’re obese and looking to shed a few pounds, you might wonder whether the sour concoction could offer any further health benefits. Both a salad dressing and a popular home remedy, apple cider vinegar is made by fermenting the…