Exercise can be a powerful weapon against advanced cancer, according to new research from Edith Cowan University’s Exercise Medicine Research Institute. In a study of nine patients with late-stage prostate cancer, just 34 minutes of high intensity exercise was found to elevate levels of anti-cancer myokines and suppress the growth of prostate cancer cells by 17 per cent. The findings suggest that exercise can be an effective way to slow the progression of cancer and extend survival. Read full article here
Oddities
Why Do Modern Pop Songs Have So Many Credited Writers?
The music industry has changed dramatically over the last few decades – with the number of songwriters credited on number one hits more than doubling. This is due to a combination of factors, including money, the computer and a changing definition of what songwriting is. For example, if The Beatles’ classic “I Feel Fine” was released today, it would likely have four writers credited instead of two, due to the influence of producers, samples and interpolations. With the rise of lawsuits, artists now preemptively add songwriter credits to their songs, even if the similarities between their song and the source material are coincidental. It all goes to show that the music industry is becoming more complex and competitive. Read full article here
Merv
March 29, 2023
