If You Aren’t Sleeping, Your Brain Might Be Aging Prematurely

It is no secret that pulling an all-nighter is a bad idea. It impairs cognitive function, increases anxiety symptoms and decreases alertness. As it turns out, there’s another reason you should avoid it: it ages your brain.  According to a new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, a single night of sleep deprivation can change … Read more

Israel’s new Eitan APC spotted in combat against Hamas in Gaza. The IDF prematurely rushed the hi-tech armor into service.

Israel’s new Eitan APC has performed its first combat missions in Gaza battling Hamas, IDF said. The Eitan carries 12 soldiers, including three crew, and uses Israel’s latest defense technology. The new aromored vehicle was not due to go into operational service until next year, said a report. Israel has rushed its new hi-tech APC … Read more

International Monetary Fund warns Europe against prematurely declaring victory over inflation

FRANKFURT, Germany — The European Central Bank and other policymakers across Europe need to keep interest rates at current elevated levels until they’re sure inflation is under control despite sluggish growth, the International Monetary Fund said Wednesday, warning against “premature celebration” as inflation declines from its peak. The Washington-based IMF said that cost of underestimating … Read more