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By MICHAEL MIYOBA

RED Arrows coach Chisi Mbewe says he is happy with the progress made by the Airmen as they prepare for the new football season kicking off next weekend with a curtain raiser, the Carling Black Label Samuel “Zoom” Ndlovu Charity Shield involving Power Dynamos and Forest Rangers.

Speaking after winning the four-team tournament in Ndola, Mbewe said it presented Arrows an insight on where they need to improve before the new season begins.

Mbewe said the Airmen, who will launch the new season with a clash against Nkana FC will need to improve on their defence with another friendly game before meeting Nkana on August 19.

“In all the games we played, we have conceded goals. We need to go back and work on the defence so that we stop conceding goals. On scoring we managed to score in all the games which is a good sign and on that we also have to improve to be ready,” Mbewe said.

“Fitness levels so far so good but we are not yet there. What is remaining is the match fitness. We might organise another friendly before starting the season,” he said.

Meanwhile, Zesco assistant coach Tenant Chilumba said he was happy with the fitness levels of the players after the four-team tournament.

Zesco finished the tournament on second position with five points from one win and two draws while Arrows dominated the tournament with victories over Zanaco and Green Eagles before the 1-1 stalemate against Zesco on the final day of the tournament. 

“We have seen something and we are happy with the level of fitness of our team. It is not easy to play three games in three days; the level of fitness is excellent and now we just have to plan for next week’s game which will be a crucial game. We will now concentrate on technical things,” Chilumba said.

Zesco United will kick off the new season with a clash against Napsa Stars on August 19.

Research led by Peking University, China, has looked into gut microbiota production of isozymes, which do similar work to human enzymes but have different structures.

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In Parkinson’s disease, growing evidence targets neuroinflammation as essential for brain pathogenesis. But which group of immune cells that reside in the brain direct this inflammatory response?

Trying to finish your homework while the big game is on TV? “Visual-movement” neurons in the front of your brain can help you stay focused, according to a new study from neuroscientists in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

People who take acid reflux medications called proton pump inhibitors for four-and-a-half years or more may have a higher risk of dementia compared to people who do not take these medications, according to new research published in Neurology. This study does not prove that acid reflux drugs cause dementia; it only shows an association.

By Nation Reporter

WYNTER Kabimba SC has said things have become so bad economically that many Zambians, including those from Southern Province that a general chorus across the country is reverberating against government as many are regretting have voted for the UPND and President Hakainde Hichilema.

Previous research has revealed that the Apolipoprotein-ε4 (APOE-ε4) allele increases the risk for a variety of diseases in aging populations, specifically Alzheimer’s and cardiovascular disease. Yet despite its negative effects, this allele remains prevalent in approximately 20% of the human population. In a quest to determine how this negative allele is surviving natural selection, a group of researchers have discovered that the APOE-ε4 allele is associated with increased fertility in women.

I have diabetes and high blood pressure. I take medication but have committed to a healthier lifestyle, including daily walks outside, swimming and other outdoor activities with my family. Recently, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. As temperatures begin to soar, I am concerned about whether the heat will affect me. Are there things I should know or do to stay safe?

…As Fashion Sakala pens emotional goodbye massage to Rangers 

By MICHAEL MIYOBA 

ENGLISH Premier League outfit Everton have contacted Leicester City for a possible deal to sign Zambian striker Patson Daka on loan.

According to the Daily Mail, Everton had asked Leicester about the possibility of taking Daka to Goodson Park on a loan deal, although the Foxes would prefer to do a permanent deal for the Chipolopolo striker who scored four goals as Leicester City was relegated from the English Premier League.

European media reports that a permanent deal for Daka could be pricey for Everton, with Leicester having signed the forward from RB Salzburg for £25.8 million just two years ago.

Daka was an unused substitute in Leicester’s 2-1 win over Coventry City in their Championship opener on Sunday afternoon.

The former Red Bull Salzburg striker has never found himself as first-choice at the King Power Stadium where he is second option to the club legend Jamie Vardy who has made it clear that he wants to retire at the King Power Stadium.

Meanwhile, Chipolopolo striker Fashion Sakala is close to clinching a deal with Saudi Pro League outfit Al Fayha.

Sakala, who joined Glasgow Rangers in 2021 from Belgian top division side KV Oostende as a free agent is reported to have passed his medicals at Al Fayha 

The Saudi outfit is said to have paid Rangers over £3m for the 26-year-old Zambian international

Earlier, Sakala confirmed his move to the Saudi Pro League when he disclosed that his “unforgettable chapter” as a Glasgow Rangers striker has come to an end.

After being left out of Ranger’s Champions League qualifying squad by coach Michael Beale, Sakala confirmed his departure from Rangers, a club which he said embraced him as one of its own.

“It is with a heavy heart, yet a spirit of gratitude, I bid farewell to this esteemed club, the supportive management, and my fellow teammates but most importantly, to the passionate and loyal Rangers fans,” Sakala said.

Sakala said it was an absolute privilege to share the field with his former team mates who he created great memories with and learned some invaluable lessons from each one of them.

He hailed the coaches and the fans who made his stay at Glasgow Rangers memorable. 

“Rangers fans are simply the best, and I will carry these memories of your time together, and the special song you created and sang for me, in my heart forever,” he said.

After joining Rangers as a as a free agent in 2021, Sakala hit the ground running and proved to be a useful attacking option, helping Rangers to the Scottish Cup and a Europa League final in his first year.

The Rangers winger made 26 league appearances in that 2021/22 season, amassing 1, 166 minutes as they finished runners-up to their Glaswegian rivals, Celtics. 

His return of 15 goal contributions was very respectable and it only got better the following year as he chipped in with 12 goals and eight assists.