Last year, a quiet AI lab from China, backed by a hedge fund, made a big splash. Their model, DeepSeek R1, showed it could compete with top U. S. AI models but at a much lower cost. This news sent shockwaves through Wall Street. The impact was huge. On January 27, 2025, the S&P 500 index lost over
People with autism often have unique sensory experiences. This can make everyday sounds feel overwhelming. Misophonia is one such issue. It causes strong negative feelings when hearing certain sounds. These sounds can be things like chewing or pen clicking. Researchers wanted to see if autistic adul
In Minneapolis, kids are scared to go to school. They worry about ICE agents taking their parents away. Some kids even hide in their basements to do online classes. Others have panic attacks in the middle of class. It's a tough time for everyone. ICE agents are everywhere. They show up at bus stops
Moosehead Lake, the biggest lake in New England, is a playground for winter lovers. It's not just big; it's huge, covering about 75, 000 acres. That's like 40 miles long and 10 miles wide. Imagine trying to wrap your head around that size! The lake is home to over 80 islands and attracts people all
Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a condition that often brings pain into people's lives. It's not just a small problem—it's something that many people with MSA deal with every day. But what does this pain really feel like? And how does it change their day-to-day experiences? Pain isn't one-size-fit
In Turkey, many people deal with neck pain. A recent study looked into this issue. It wanted to find out how common neck pain is. It also wanted to see what makes it more likely to happen. The study checked many things. It looked at age, job, health, weight, and more. It even considered if people t
In Gaza, the winter season has brought more than just cold weather. It has brought a harsh reality for many, especially children. The Palestinian Health Ministry reports that ten children have lost their lives due to hypothermia since winter began. Just in the last day, a three-month-old baby died f
Ever wondered how being watched during a video call affects your work? A recent study dug into this, focusing on how our performance changes when others see us on screen. It's all about the idea that having an audience can either boost or hinder our performance, depending on the task's difficulty.
People often wonder if drinking alcohol can affect Parkinson's disease. Unlike smoking, which is known to lower the risk, the connection with alcohol is not so clear. A recent study looked at 16 research papers from 2014 to 2024. They wanted to see how different amounts of alcohol, types of drinks,
Virginia might soon rejoin the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a group of states working together to cut down on carbon emissions. This change comes after the previous administration, led by Glenn Youngkin, decided to pull Virginia out of the program. Now, the new Attorney General, Jay Jo
