Immune system cells known as monocytes behave differently in men versus women after injury, producing less of the protein that turns pain signals off; may explain why acute pain sometimes lasts longer in women
‘Survivor’ Survives 50 Seasons
The 50th season of “Survivor” premieres tonight on CBS with longtime host Jeff Probst, featuring 24 contestants—the largest cast in the show’s history—competing for the $1M prize. The “golden” season brings back original players and fan favorites to Fiji’s Mamanuca Islands.
“Survivor” first aired in 2000, with contestants stranded on a remote island competing in challenges while voting each other off to become the sole survivor. The show quickly became a cultural phenomenon, paving the way for reality TV programs like “The Amazing Race,” “Big Brother,” and “The Bachelor.” The show has since become gamified, with players trying to outwit and blindside their opponents. Over 50 million people tuned in to watch Richard Hatch claim the title of sole survivor in the first season finale (season 49 finale drew 4.45 million viewers).
Since its debut, “Survivor” has aired 714 episodes and specials across about 15 countries and crowned 49 winners.
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