Heart disease and diabetes risk INCREASED by eating during the night, study says

Scientists have discovered that nocturnal “snacking” raises the risk of both conditions, with the body’s 24-hour cycle to blame. Researchers at the National Autonomous University of Mexico looked at levels of fat, called triglycerides, in the blood.  Experimenting on rats, they found that after feeding them fat at the beginning of their rest period, their […]

New speeding rules sees driver face £1,000 fine, driving ban and increased insurance costs

One driver felt the full brunt of the revised speeding fines after being caught breaking the speed limit on the motorway.  A motorist was clocked travelling 91mph on the motorway and was handed an £876 fine, reports the Nottingham Post.  The 39-year-old was travelling on the northbound carriageway of the M1.  The incident was recorded […]

Aspirin withdrawal linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke

Scientists found the body can suffer a “rebound effect” following a sudden withdrawal – causing clots in vessels that supply the heart or brain. The study shows how suddenly stopping the blood-thinning medication raises the risk of patients suffering a heart attack or stroke by 37 per cent. Up to half of those prescribed aspirin […]

Nintendo: Super NES Classic production has been “dramatically increased”

Enlarge / Though Nintendo has taken the NES Classic Edition off store shelves, it will soon be wiling to sell you this follow-up. (credit: Nintendo) With early pre-orders for the Super NES Classic Edition selling out at record speed and fears of limited supplies already driving up eBay prices for the upcoming plug-and-play system, Nintendo might […]