The first sign of Parkinson's may not be the tell-tale signs we have been told they are, experts say. Scientists have now claimed that the first warning signs of Parkinson's disease may not be the tell-tale muscle stiffness, tremors and balance problems we have been accustomed to know. Boffins in Lithuania instead say that that altered speech may strike before the symptoms due to motor function. The researchers say that "changes in speech often occur" before the hallmark symptoms, which is why some people with early onset Parkinson's might speak quieter. With more than ten million people worldwide affected by the condition - including Muhammad Ali , Ozzy Osbourne and Jeremy Paxman - it is important that people are aware of the new research. Professor Maskeliūnas (pictured) said the link between Parkinson's and speech abnormalities has been clear since the 1960s, but technological advances have made it easier to analyse ( Image: ktu.ed) In fact, charities … [Read more...] about First sign of Parkinson’s revealed by experts – and it’s not what you might think it is
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Drivers could be fined £80 simply for clearing frost and ice from windscreen
Genius life hack shows you how to de-ice car windscreen This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info With temperatures dropping below freezing for parts of January and an incoming cold snap expected to batter the UK, drivers are being warned . Although it may be tempting to leave the car running to defrost to save time on their commute, motorists could be risking fines . Related articles New Clean Air Zone set to launch starting next week Little-known car button can instantly slash fuel consumption by 12% By leaving the engine running, most motorists would try and use the heat to clear … [Read more...] about Drivers could be fined £80 simply for clearing frost and ice from windscreen
Japan Firm Installs Whale Meat Vending Machines To Boost Sales
(CTN NEWS) – TOKYO – After battling for years to market its goods despite objections from environmentalists, a Japanese whaling company has discovered a new strategy: whale meat vending machines. In the port city of Yokohama, close to Tokyo, a new unmanned store called The Kujira (Whale) Store has just opened. It has three machines for making whale sashimi, whale bacon, whale skin, whale steak, and canned whale meat. Prices start at 1,000 yen and go up to 3,000 yen ($7.70 to $23). The third store to open in the Japanese capital region includes white vending machines with cartoon whale decorations. After two others were unveiled in Tokyo earlier this year as a part of Kyodo Senpaku Co .’s new sales campaign, it opened on Tuesday. / AP Although sales in the new vending machines have quietly started off well, the operator notes that whale meat has long been a contentious topic. Since Japan ended its widely criticized research hunts in the Antarctic in … [Read more...] about Japan Firm Installs Whale Meat Vending Machines To Boost Sales
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 – Why It’s Time To Go Electric
(CTN News) – Making the switch to an Hyundai electric vehicle can be overwhelming for some consumers, as the electric vehicle journey continues to evolve. However, Hyundai has thought of every possible way to transform the EV transition into a lifestyle transformation. As part of this national marketing campaign for the IONIQ 6 , Hyundai is highlighting that point. Kevin Bacon and his daughter Sosie Bacon will be starring in a series of broadcast and social media commercials that will explore the campaign’s theme, “It’s Time to Switch to Electric.” The campaign’s first ad will air on January 29th during one of professional football’s conference championship games. As part of our “Your Dad Is Going Electric” campaign, Kevin Bacon and his daughter Sosie Bacon take a ride in the all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 6 in a 60-second and 30-second hero spot. A humorous twist on the dynamic father-daughter relationship is used in the ads that show that even her ‘older’ and less … [Read more...] about The Hyundai IONIQ 6 – Why It’s Time To Go Electric