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Christmas shopping 2016: Film Jackets pick up sales in ‘Spider-Man’ and ‘Star Wars’ inspired products

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Christmas shopping 2016 is in full swing at the moment, and this is the time for movie buffs to flaunt their new superhero-inspired clothes. A San Diego based online store – Film Jackets has seen a spike in their sales this month, thanks to the popularity of “Star Wars” and other franchise. In an exclusive interview with International Business Times, Australia – the Digital Marketing Executive of the firm, Chris Jackson, shared his insights about the market in this holiday season.

Germany may penalise Facebook $715K fine

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Germany may require Facebook a fine of €500,000 (AU$715,000) for not removing fake news and hate messages within 24 hours after the social media platform has been notified.
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A person holds pharmaceutical tablets and capsules in this picture illustration taken in Ljubljana September 18, 2013.

Anti-psychotic drugs harmful to dementia patients, say experts

Experts are concerned of the overuse of anti-psychotic drugs prevalent nowadays. They say that these may damage brain and will even lead to early death. However, critics oppose the argument, contradicting the theory for lack of scientific evidence. Most of the claims are exaggerations, they say.
Headquarters of Finnish telecommunication network company Nokia are pictured in Espoo, Finland August 4, 2016.

Optus partnering with Nokia to launch 5G network in Australia

Optus is collaborating with Nokia to launch a 5G network in Australia. The second largest telco in the country and the Finnish communications company have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to work on a 5G research that they hoped to eventually overhaul Optus’ existing 4G network.
Stem Cell Treatment

Stem cell clinics in Australia exploiting regulatory loophole to offer untested treatments

Untested stem cell treatments are rapidly increasing in Australia because of a regulatory loophole that allows businesses offer potentially harmful or ineffective treatments. As per a new study, Australia has one of the world’s highest concentrations of stem cell businesses that advertise cosmetic and medical treatments online. There is even lack of evidence about the safety and effectiveness of some of the procedures.
Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer’s disease risk rises with decrease in weight in late life

Scientists at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) have found a link between lower weight and Alzheimer’s disease risk. They have associated lower body mass index (BMI) with greater deposits of Alzheimer's-associated amyloid plaques in the brains of older individuals.

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