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American actor and comedian Bob Odenkirk has received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His star has been placed right next to that of his 'Breaking Bad' co-star Bryan Cranston. Hollywood figures like Tony Dalton, Rhea Seehorn, Patrick Fabian, Michael Mando and Peter Gould were in attendance at his ceremony. Bob Odenkirk has worked in several movies over the years, including 'Nobody' and the 'The Incredibles' series.

As per a study, ultra-processed foods have an ill impact on the diversity of plant species and planetary health. "The very rapid rise of ultra-processed foods in human diets will continue to place pressure on the diversity of plant species available for human consumption," stated a researcher. Notably, ultra-processed food production also leads to greenhouse gas emissions and the accumulation of packaging waste.

As per researchers, people who were infected with Covid-19 are likely to report pain, numbness, or tingling in their hands and feet in comparison to those who were tested negative against the virus. However, the findings of the study were published in the journal 'Pain'. "Several viral infections, such as HIV and shingles, are associated with peripheral neuropathy because viruses can damage nerves,'' stated a researcher from Washington… read-more

Researchers of the University of Pittsburgh suggested that the antimalarial drug 'hydroxychloroquine (HCQ)' could treat Neck Cancer. In addition, the drug boosts the effectiveness of chemotherapy against some types of cancer by inhibiting pathways that drive drug resistance. Notably, The researchers are all set to conduct a phase II clinical trial to treat head and neck cancer patients with a combination of hydroxychloroquine and cisplatin… read-more

A Research led by the University of Cambridge has identified a link suggesting that lithium could decrease the risk of developing dementia. In addition, the research was conducted on nearly 30,000 patients who were above 50 years of age. Lithium is known to be a mood stabiliser prescribed for bipolar disorder and depression. Notably, Bipolar disorder and depression are two of the major reasons for dementia.