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Intermittent Fasting, praised for its potential to extend life and treat diabetes, has gained popularity, with figures like BBC's Mike Mosely and entrepreneur Phil Libin endorsing its benefits. The practice, rooted in historical and medical support, involves abstaining from food, leading to weight loss, improved body composition, and mental clarity. Research shows fasting triggers a ketogenic state, releasing ketones that aid in brain health, reduce inflammation, blood pressure, and IGF-1 levels, potentially promoting longevity and...

Runaway Premier League leaders Liverpool head to West Ham on Sunday unbeaten on the road this season, winning six and drawing two of their eight away games. Manager Arne Slot attributes their away form to the calibre of teams faced so far but remains cautious, stating the true measure of their performances will be evident at season's end. Despite a comfortable lead at the top, Slot acknowledges the competitiveness of the Premier League and remains...

The South Korean National Assembly passed a bill to impeach Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, the acting president, with 192 votes, marking the first impeachment of an acting president in South Korean history. Despite the ruling People Power Party's argument for a higher vote requirement, the impeachment was carried out with 151 votes as per constitutional guidelines. The impeachment was triggered by Han's refusal to appoint three judges for the Constitutional Court, sparking tensions between the...

Union Hospital hosted an international pre-conference event for LEAD APAC 2024, focused on addressing the challenge of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in the Asia-Pacific region, with experts discussing advanced technologies and public awareness campaigns. Prof. Henry Chan Lik-yuen and Prof. Xie Qing emphasized the importance of cross-institutional collaboration in combating liver cancer, particularly in China, where nearly half of all HCC cases globally are found. The goal is to increase early diagnosis rates to 55% by...

Many members of Myanmar’s Christian minority celebrated Christmas in fear this year due to the military's threat of airstrikes, with worshippers seeking safety in a cave for Christmas Eve mass in Kayah state. The ongoing conflict since the 2021 military coup has led to heavy fighting in ethnic minority areas where Christians live, resulting in the destruction of religious buildings and attacks on civilians by junta forces. Despite the military's calls for peace, anti-junta insurgents...

South Korean retailer Shinsegae Group plans to form a joint venture with Alibaba International, incorporating Gmarket and AliExpress Korea. Shinsegae will invest its 100% stake in Gmarket into the joint venture, which is set to be established in 2025. Despite the partnership, Gmarket and AliExpress Korea will remain separate entities, operating independently. Full Article