Could flashing lights while you sleep help fight dementia like Alzheimer's? Scientists are exploring this idea with a 40 Hz visual stimulation technique. This non-invasive method is being tested during different sleep stages. The goal? To see if it can boost brain activity and potentially slow down
Tabata training, first designed for athletes, has gained global popularity. It's a type of intense workout that combines short bursts of high-intensity exercise with quick rest periods. The original idea was to push the body to its limits using cycling exercises, aiming to improve oxygen uptake and
College life can be a mix of excitement and stress that directly impacts students' mental well-being. Amidst this complexity, active video games (AVGs) have become a popular pastime among college students, offering both entertainment and a potential tool to enhance mental health. The focus on AVGs h
The ability for machines to understand human actions is super important. It's used in many places, like surveillance systems, human-robot teamwork, sports analysis, and entertainment. But, detecting humans and figuring out what they're doing isn't easy. Humans move and look so differently that it's
Height plays a big role in how we see ourselves and how others see us. It's no surprise that some people might consider cosmetic height-increasing surgery to enhance their lives. But what do people really think about this? This study dives into the public's views and attitudes toward this unique pro
Brucellosis is a big deal for people and animals in South Sudan. It's a disease that can make you really sick and cost a lot of money. Not many studies have looked into how common it is there. A recent study checked the blood of pastoralists (people who take care of livestock) and their animals in
Bridge Industrial, a Chicago-based developer, is pushing for a major commercial project in Burr Ridge, Illinois. The plan involves transforming the old CNH Industrial site on Veterans Boulevard into seven new buildings. However, not everyone is on board. A village advisory committee has expressed co
The Justice Department has started a fight with CVS Pharmacy, claiming they've been filling prescriptions that break the law. These aren't just any prescriptions, though – we're talking about dangerous amounts of opioids, and sometimes even mixes of drugs that aren't safe. Plus, they allegedly got p
Firefly Aerospace has scored a big deal with NASA. They're sending their Blue Ghost lander to the moon in 2028. This mission is special because it includes a rover and a cool destination: the Gruithuisen Domes. Scientists are excited about this area because it has rocks made from magma rich in silic
It's a busy time of year, especially for Amazon. On Thursday, workers at seven of Amazon's facilities across the US decided to strike. The goal? To pressure the online retail giant into negotiating with their union, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. These workers, from cities like New York
