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DOCTORS were shocked to find a man had been living with a knife lodged in his chest for eight years after he complained of sore nipples. The 44-year-old took himself to hospital in Tanzania complaining of pus-like discharge oozing from below his right nipple.   (The man had been living with a large blade jammed inside his chestCredit: Jam Press/Journal of Surgical Case Reports) (Surgeons carefully removed the blade during an operationCredit: Jam Press/Journal of Surgical Case Reports) (He initially presented with pus oozing from below his nipple. Credit: Jam Press/Journal of Surgical Case Reports) Medics were baffled by the cause because he had no other symptoms. The unnamed...

It's the largest piece of Mars ever found on Earth — a 54-pound meteorite that fetched more than $5 million at a New York auction last month, setting a world record. But in the West African nation of Niger, where the rusty-red rock was unearthed in the Sahara Desert, officials have launched an investigation into what they call possible "illicit international trafficking," claiming it may have been smuggled out of the country. Sotheby's, the auction house, has disputed the claim. The government of Niger says it has launched an official investigation "to identify the circumstances of its discovery and sale." While the country doesn't have specific legislation regarding meteorites, an...

According to a study reportedly conducted by the Central Veterinary Research Laboratory in Dubai, camel tears may have the extraordinary ability to neutralise venom from up to 26 snake species. If validated, this could mark a significant turning point in snakebite treatment, especially in countries like India, where venomous snakebites are a major public health challenge. Though the findings have yet to be peer-reviewed or widely published, the potential has generated global attention for its revolutionary implications in antivenom research. Researchers suggest that camel tears may contain unique bioactive compounds or antibodies capable of acting as natural antivenoms. These compounds...

Angelina Jolie is ready to part ways with her historic Los Angeles home. The Maria star, 50, is officially planning to “put the house up for sale” as she explores a move abroad, a source tells PEOPLE. Page Six was the first to report the news. Jolie “never wanted to live in L.A. full time. She didn't have a choice because of the custody arrangement with Brad,” continues the source, referring to the star’s ex-husband Brad Pitt, 61. The exes — who reached a divorce settlement in December 2024 after an eight-year legal battle — share six children: Maddox, 24, Pax, 21, Zahara, 20, Shiloh, 19, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 17. The source adds that...

Pet psychics in China who claim to help people communicate with their dead pets and find out if they have been reincarnated have sparked an online controversy. The psychics charge prices of 128 yuan (US$18) to allow owners to ask their pet five questions and 2,999 yuan (US$420) for an unlimited number of questions within six months, according to a news report by Jimu News. Finding out if their pet has been reincarnated costs between 899 yuan and 1,899 yuan (US$125 and US$260) depending on the circumstances. Many pet owners said they believed they were scammed after they were blocked by the psychics on social media or kicked out of the chat group for the service, the report...

A decade-long research has given a historic breakthrough to a group of scientists in China who have successfully eliminated type 2 diabetes in a patient through cell therapy. The 59 year old patient was suffering from diabetes for the last 25 years. The findings of the study have been published on Cell Discovery and is being hailed as the world's first successful use of stem cell-derived islet transplantation to cure diabetes. The researchers are from Shanghai Changzheng Hospital. "Type 2 diabetes (T2D) typically starts with insulin resistance in peripheral tissues and proceeds with gradual loss of islet function due to the reduction in ẞ-cell mass or dedifferentiation of ẞ cells....

For years, Palo Alto’s Crescent Park was a postcard of California suburban bliss — leafy streets, neighborly block parties and children coasting on bikes. Now, residents say their once-idyllic enclave has been transformed into a real-life game of Monopoly, with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg buying up the board. Since arriving in 2011, the billionaire and his wife, Priscilla Chan, have amassed at least 11 properties along Edgewood Drive and Hamilton Avenue, spending more than $110 million. Five homes were folded into an expansive private compound for the couple and their three daughters, outfitted with guest houses, lush gardens, a pickleball court and a pool with a hydrofloor...

Suri Cruise, whose father, Tom Cruise, boasts a multimillion-dollar fortune, has shown that she is staying grounded. The 19-year-old was recently spotted riding the NYC subway, just like everyday commuters, after returning home from her university in Pittsburgh. Last year, it was reported that Suri Cruise gained access to her father, Tom Cruise's, substantial trust fund. However, the reports were later refuted by her mom, Katie Holmes, in a post on Instagram. Suri Cruise's Casual NYC Outing After Returning Home From University (MEGA) Living far from the glitz and glamour of her famous father, Tom Cruise, Suri opted for a humble subway ride in NYC after returning from college in...

Hu Ge came from a very ordinary family in Shanghai – his father was a tennis coach and his mother was a teacher. Their family was not very wealthy, but his parents took pains to develop Hu Ge’s talents. This paid off, as Hu Ge started appearing on television when he was 14, with his first role as a children’s television host. Subsequently, he successfully enrolled into the Shanghai Theater Academy, and this was followed by his breakthrough role in the Chinese Paladin <仙劍奇俠傳> series. Car Accident Changed Outlook in Life Due to a car accident in 2006 that killed his assistant and left Hu Ge with serious injuries, his outlook on life and financial planning...

Indian goddess Lakshmi has gone viral among Thai netizens in search of a soulmate. The trend began with TikTok users spreading the phrase "I told Lakshmi about...". At first, it was unclear what netizens were praying for, as the Hindu deity is usually invoked by those seeking prosperity, power, beauty and fertility. However, the prayers soon turned to love, with Thais using the phrase "I told Lakshmi about you" to find a partner. Along with the prayer, netizens are now posting photos of celebrity heartthrobs as a reference, as well as preferred characteristics such as height and looks. The trend has seen visitors flock to Lakshmi shrines across Bangkok, including at: - Gaysorn Village...