Scientists uncover clues to cancer development in AIDS patients

Scientists uncover clues to cancer development in AIDS patientsWashington, June 18 : Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center have uncovered clues to the development of cancers in AIDS patients through a series of articles.

Dr. Dirk Dittmer of UNC's School of Medicine writes in a study paper published in the journal PLoS Pathogens in April that the Kaposi sarcoma associated herpesvirus (KSHV) is not only present in every tumor cell, but that the cells also transcribe microRNAs (miRNA) from the virus.

Coming soon, treatment for gambling addiction

Coming soon, treatment for gambling addictionLondon, June 18 : Researchers at the University of British Columbia have made a new development that has put them a step closer to creating and testing new treatments for gambling addictions.

They have developed the world''s first animal laboratory experiment to successfully model human gambling.

"For most individuals, gambling is enjoyable and harmless, but for others, it is as destructive as being addicted to drugs," said Catharine Winstanley, an assistant professor in UBC''s Dept. of Psychology.

Gender-bender hookers killed David Carradine, claims producer pal

Gender-bender hookers killed David Carradine, claims producer palWashington, June 18 : `Kill Bill' star David Carradine was murdered by gender-bender hookers, the actor's movie producer pal has claimed.

David Winters, who produced three of the actor''s less-known martial arts movies, insists that he was the victim of Bangkok''s Lady Boys, reports Contactmusic.

He tells America''s Globe, "David Carradine was murdered... I strongly believe Lady Boys are responsible. Lady Boys operate in pairs. David would not have stood a chance. They can be very brutal."

UK Police stop, search innocent people to balance race figures

UK Police stop, search innocent people to balance race figuresLondon, June 18 : Britain's anti-terrorism watchdog has claimed that a number of innocent people are often stopped and searched to to provide racial balance in police statistics.

In his annual report on the operation of counter-terrorism legislation, Lord Carlile of Berriew described the searches as "almost certainly" illegal.

He said that he knew of cases where people were stopped and searched by officers even though they did not fit any known terrorist profile.

Britney said ‘yes’ when proposed by agent-turned-lover Jason Trawick

Britney said ‘yes’ when proposed by agent-turned-lover Jason TrawickLondon, June 18 : Pop princess Britney Spears has reportedly said "yes" to the marriage proposal of her agent-turned-lover Jason Trawick.

She is to wed for a third time, says British tabloid The Sun.

Meanwhile, the singer stunned diners when she called at McDonald''s for a late lunch.

She reportedly strolled into the food chain''s branch in Neasden, North West London.

Mia Farrow''s brother killed himself: Report

Mia FarrowWashington, June 18 : Actress Mia Farrow''s sculptor brother died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, a coroner said.

Farrow, 66, was discovered dead Monday at the Castleton, Vermont, home he shared with his artist wife Susan, reports People.

"These findings are consistent with evidence found during the investigation," Sgt. Tara Thomas, spokeswoman for the Vermont State Police, said.

"Mr. Farrow''s wife contacted 911 upon discovering her husband unresponsive in their home," Thomas added.

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