Supreme Court Confirms USPS Immunity From Lawsuits Over Non-Delivery
The Supreme Court ruled the U.S. Postal Service cannot be sued, even in cases of intentional non-delivery of mail, preserving the agency’s immunity from liability.
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Sneeze science: what your nose really tells you about health
Sneeze science shows it’s a normal, protective reflex triggered by irritants and the trigeminal nerve, not a mystical omen. Causes include allergens, viruses, pollution, and even bright light; the visible blast travels under a metre at about 10 mph. Sneezing can spread infections such as cold, flu and Covid, so cover with a tissue or elbow and use a mask in high-risk settings; overall, sneezing is a routine physiological response influenced by environment and immunity, not a sign of danger.
Judge poised to reject Trump’s bid to move hush-money case to federal court
A Manhattan federal judge signaled he is likely to deny Donald Trump’s bid to transfer his New York hush-money case to federal court after a 2nd Circuit panel ordered a fresh look; during a three-hour hearing, Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein pressed Trump’s lawyers on timing and strategy, characterizing the approach as navigating with two bites at the apple. The ruling may hinge on whether evidence relates to immunized official acts, and a decision is expected later, while the case remains in state court and the conviction stands.
Environment-driven immune imprinting shields mice from allergy
A Nature study shows that environmentally rich exposures generate cross-reactive adaptive immune memory in mice, dampening allergic sensitization and anaphylaxis to related antigens. Protection can arise from type I memory or tolerogenic imprinting, is strongly influenced by timing (notably a perinatal window), and extends across diverse antigen spaces, including complex legume exposures—offering a mechanistic link between environment and the rise of allergic disease.
Shingles vaccine linked to slower aging markers in seniors
A USC-led observational study using data from the Health and Retirement Study found that adults aged 70+ who received the shingles vaccine showed signs of slower biological aging, including reduced inflammation, slower epigenetic aging, and stronger immunity, with the strongest effects within three years post-vaccination; however, the cross-sectional design means causality can’t be established and further research is needed.
Brain reward cues boost vaccine antibody responses
A randomized trial provides direct human evidence that the placebo effect can shape humoral immunity: reward-related brain activity correlates with vaccine-induced antibody production, suggesting new ways to influence immune responses beyond the vaccine itself.
Supremacy Clause immunity could shield ICE agent in Renee Good shooting from Minnesota charges
The article explains how the ICE agent who shot Renee Good could face Minnesota charges and how a potential immunity under the Supremacy Clause—contingent on acting within federal duties and in a reasonable, necessary manner—might bar state prosecution or push the case to federal court, with context on federal–state power and past precedents like Ruby Ridge.
Sepsis-Protective Gene Turns Harmful in Older Mice
A Nature study in mice shows that a gene that helps young organisms survive sepsis can increase mortality in older mice, suggesting ageing rewires how the body tolerates infection and could guide age-specific therapies.
Scientist Develops Beer-Based Vaccine for Poliovirus
A virologist and home brewer, Chris Buck, claims to have created the world's first beer-based vaccine using genetically modified yeast, which he believes can immunize against certain viruses and potentially be used for other diseases like COVID-19 and flu. Despite concerns from the scientific community about safety and public trust, Buck has already brewed and tested his vaccine beer on himself, showing promising antibody responses, and aims to develop it further for broader use.
Top Winter Foods to Boost Immunity and Stay Healthy
To support immunity and prevent seasonal illnesses during winter, it is important to consume a nutrient-rich diet including vitamin C, vitamin D, zinc, antioxidants, probiotics, and proteins, along with maintaining healthy habits like hydration, exercise, sleep, and hygiene.
Winter Wellness: Top Tips to Boost Immunity Naturally
The article highlights the top 8 dry fruits—such as almonds, walnuts, dates, figs, raisins, pistachios, dried apricots, and fox nuts—that can boost immunity and provide essential nutrients during the cold winter months, making them ideal for maintaining health and energy in winter.
Early Flu Infections Shape Lifelong Immunity
The article discusses how early childhood flu infections shape lifelong immunity through a phenomenon called original antigenic sin (OAS), influencing vaccine development and effectiveness, with ongoing studies like DIVINCI aiming to better understand and leverage this immune memory for improved flu vaccines.
Top 5 Health Benefits of Eating Pumpkin Regularly
Eating pumpkin regularly offers numerous health benefits, including boosting immunity, improving eye health, aiding weight management, lowering diabetes risk, and reducing cancer risk, thanks to its rich content of nutrients like beta-carotene, vitamins, and minerals.
Immunologist Reveals 9 Supplements to Slow Aging and Boost Immunity
UK immunologist Dr. Jenna Macciochi recommends a nine-supplement routine—including CoQ10, omega-3 and 7, vitamin D and K, creatine, taurine, magnesium, gut support, spermidine, quercetin, and fisetin—to support healthier ageing, boost immunity, and improve energy and cellular repair, especially for those in their 40s and 50s. These supplements should complement a balanced lifestyle, not replace it, and always under medical guidance.
Z-RNAs Trigger ZBP1 Activation in Viral Infections
The study investigates how host cell Z-RNAs activate the immune sensor ZBP1 during viral infections, highlighting a crucial mechanism in antiviral immunity.