Two new dementia risks identified by major report

Getty Images Regular eye tests can detect problems early Treating failing eyesight and high cholesterol are two new ways to lower the risk of dementia developing, a major report suggests. Scientists have now identified 14 health issues which, if reduced or eliminated, could theoretically prevent nearly half of dementias in the world. Middle-aged people and … Read more

Cyber breach costs approach $10M, on average, but can be mitigated by defensive AI

While the costs of cybersecurity attacks have increased 10% over the prior year – representing the largest annual jump since the pandemic – use of artificial intelligence and automation in defensive cybersecurity workflows continued to cut breach costs, according to IBM Security’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, conducted independently by the Ponemon Institute. … Read more

FM Defends 2024-25 Union Budget in Rajya Sabha

New Delhi: Defending the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday called it a fine balance between growth, employment, capital investment and fiscal consolidation, among others. While replying to the discussion on the Union Budget in the Rajya Sabha, Ms Sitharaman said that the Budget has taken into … Read more

The rise of Indie music

Hyderabad’s enlightenment has become a linchpin in its resonant indie music renaissance. The digital wave has not only introduced the city’s youthful audiences to the refreshment of global tones but also woven a library of connections among artists, promoters, sponsors, and listeners. Economically, the interconnectedness is invaluable, as it allows various stakeholders to meet each … Read more

Mid-tech FDI for job creation need of the hour: Business Standard panel | Economy & Policy News

(From left) Sajjid Z Chinoy, chief India economist, JP Morgan; Pranjul Bhandari, chief India economist, HSBC; Samiran Chakraborty, managing director & chief economist India, Citigroup; and Indranil Pan, chief economist, YES Bank Photo: KAMLESH PEDN 6 min read Last Updated : Aug 01 2024 | 12:39 AM IST India needs to focus on attracting … Read more

‘I’ll miss out by £2 a week’

Independent Age Rob Trewhella is “annoyed and angry” to miss out on the payment Plans to scrap winter fuel payments to most pensioners have been met with dismay by some of those who will lose out. About 10 million older people will no longer qualify for the benefit, which is worth between £100 and £300, … Read more