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The New York Rangers traded defenseman Carson Soucy to the New York Islanders for a 2026 third‑round pick, with Soucy expected to bolster the Isles’ depth on the blue line amid injuries, as the Rangers begin a broader retooling under GM Chris Drury; the deal marks the first Rangers-Islanders swap since 2010.
Researchers have discovered that the rare autoimmune disorder CAPS is caused by the overactivation of the NLRP3 inflammasome, which can be influenced by mechanical signaling. This condition, characterized by lifelong symptoms including rashes, joint pain, and hearing loss, has been linked to a protein complex that triggers extreme inflammatory activity. The study suggests that targeting the PIEZO/KCNN4 pathway may offer new therapeutic strategies for treating CAPS and other NLRP3-related inflammatory diseases.
The I-35 expansion project in Austin is undergoing revisions, including the possibility of covering larger sections of the highway, constructing a $25 million boardwalk, and filtering stormwater runoff. The project is set to begin next year and take eight years to complete. The city is still searching for ways to pay for the caps, which could cost up to $800 million. Concerns have been raised about pedestrian safety and cyclist access, as well as the need for more pedestrian and bicycle crossings. Advocates are surprised by the changes and are pushing for further improvements.