Walmart is saying goodbye to its long-time CEO, Doug McMillon, who will retire early next year. The company has chosen John Furner, currently heading Walmart's U. S. operations, to take the reins starting February 1st. This news came as a surprise, causing a brief dip in Walmart's stock prices befor
A student at Boston University found himself at the center of a heated online debate after claiming responsibility for reporting workers at a local carwash to immigration authorities. Zac Segal, a junior and track athlete, posted on social media that he had been contacting ICE for months about the w
AI is getting smarter, but how can we make sure it's on our team? The key might be teaching AI to understand the world and what we want, just like we do. This isn't about making AI smarter in general, but smarter in a way that aligns with our goals. Think of it like teaching a kid. You don't just w
Tissue staining is a big deal in medical science. Doctors use it to spot diseases like cancer. But the usual way, using chemicals, takes time and money. Plus, once stained, the tissue can't be tested again. That's where new tech comes in. Scientists have been working on a smarter way. They use comp
Tyler Henry, the famous psychic medium, has been through a lot lately. His husband, Clint Godwin, shared the news on Instagram that Henry had his third brain surgery on November 13. This time, it was to deal with swelling that came back after his last surgery in May. Henry has been open about his he
Ned Lamont, the governor of Connecticut, has decided to run for a third term. He believes the state has made progress, but there's still more to do. In a video, he talked about improving healthcare, housing, and energy costs. He spent the day with Susan Bysiewicz, who is also running for another ter
Older adults and their caregivers often face tough choices when it comes to staying healthy. A recent study looked into how helpful different decision aids (DAs) can be for them. These aids are tools designed to make it easier to pick the best options for a healthy lifestyle. The study focused on s
The University of South Carolina is diving headfirst into the world of artificial intelligence. It's not just about using AI; it's about leading the way. The university's Board of Trustees has made a big promise: USC wants to be a national leader in finding new ways to use AI and putting those ideas
Flutter Entertainment, the company behind FanDuel, has been on a wild ride lately. At first, things looked good when they shared their latest financial results. But then, as people really looked at the numbers, the stock took a nosedive. In just one week, it dropped 12%, and over a month, it fell ab
Big names in Hollywood are stepping up to tackle antisemitism. The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles has brought together top industry figures to form the Jewish Entertainment Alliance. This group aims to support Jewish creatives who face rising antisemitism. Howard Gordon and Joel Fields, known for
