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SCIENCE
104
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Drugs that encourage the growth of new neurons in the brain are now headed for clinical trials. The drugs, which have already shown success in alleviating symptoms of depression and boosting memory in animal models, are being developed by BrainCells, a San Diego-based start-up that screens drugs for their brain-growing power. The company hopes the compounds will provide an alternative to existing antidepressants and says they may also prove effective in treating cognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer's.

MUSIC
68
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So in case you hadn't heard Grooverider is in a spot of bother with the authorities in Dubai. Silly eejit travelled there with not only weed (maybe not much but they have super zero tolerance for drugs) but PORN!!.

Firstly, dude, don't you have the internet? Thats what its for. Why do you need to take Porn DVDs on a work trip??? And as for travelling with drugs - are you high? oh actually maybe.

Secondly why isn't any of this reported on the BBC news site - I've searched and searched but can't find anything? Surely they can't ignore the story especially seeing as he's employed by them???

Thirdly - ouch! the Dubai promoter is suing the management for loss of earnings - I think it was a 7K capacity show and everyone paid £25 - ouch.

TECH
50
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Got a friend who seems to be sticking all his cash up his nose? Check this out, probably the best anti-drug video in the world.