Monthly Archives: September 2026

The Science of Life After Death: New… book by Stephen Hawley Martin What happens when we die? By Stephen Hawley Martin The question has been around since the first humanoid climbed down from a tree and walked onto the ancient … Continue reading →

100-Year-Old Woman Asks Pianist to Play ‘Ave Maria’ Her Voice Halts the Train Station A 100-year-old woman – believed to be Elizabeth MacDonald Jolas (born 5 August 1926)  in a wheelchair approached a musician playing piano at a train station, asked him … Continue reading →

Susan says keeping busy and travelling has helped her to a better quality of life © Susan Gasson Cancer story Four cancers in 40 years: ‘I’m lucky to be alive’  By Bing CoPilot Key takeaways Susan Gasson is a 75‑year‑old … Continue reading →

September 3, 2026 A compound produced by bacteria in most people’s digestive tract increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and speeds up cognitive decline in dementia patients, making it an attractive target for a treatment that could reduce Alzheimer’s … Continue reading →

10 forgotten female voices who defined early country music 22 years ago, a country singer died who paved the way for Dolly. Story by Amelia Harvey Known for “The End of the World” and the Carole King-penned “I Can’t Stay … Continue reading →

How does the immune system help in cancer and its treatment? How the Immune System Fights Cancer The immune system constantly monitors and attacks abnormal cells, but cancer can evade or suppress these defenses, making immunotherapy a key strategy in … Continue reading →

Zoe De La Paz works as a seamstress in Yellowstone National Park. She pays $96 a month to live in Yellowstone National Park: ‘Being here has changed my life’ Story by Jennifer Liu This story is part of CNBC Make … Continue reading →

Dementia Society Helps Answer Your Questions Ronald Reagan, Charlton Heston, Tony Bennett, and Danny Glover have something in common. So do Margaret Thatcher, Norman Rockwell, Bruce Willis and Sean Connery.  The price of privacy when it comes to dementia All … Continue reading →

Illustration of a brain breaking apart into flowers © Imaginima/Getty Images The Human Body is Made Up of the Same Elements of the Universe – Search The wording “ashes to ashes, dust to dust” comes from the Book of Common … Continue reading →

Dementia brain vs Normal brain A dementia-affected brain shows significant shrinkage, widened grooves, and abnormal protein deposits, while a normal brain maintains its structure and connectivity despite minor age-related changes. Structural Differences A brain affected by dementia, such as Alzheimer’s … Continue reading →