Spotify's yearly Wrapped feature has become a big deal for music fans. It shows users their top artists, songs, and genres from the past year. But this time, it added something new: a "listening age. " This number tells users how old Spotify thinks they are based on the music they listen to. Some p
The central and eastern U. S. is in for a frosty December, thanks to a shifting polar vortex. This weather pattern is expected to bring three rounds of Arctic air, starting this week. The first wave is already hitting the Midwest, with temperatures dropping significantly. The cold snap will spread t
Radiation workers face unique challenges, especially when it comes to detecting internal contamination. External contamination can often mask internal issues, making it difficult to get accurate readings. A recent study introduced a new method to tackle this problem using a Quick Scan Whole Body Mon
In the world of medical research, figuring out how radiation spreads in the body is super important. Scientists use something called Monte Carlo simulations to do this. These simulations help them see exactly where radiation goes and how much dose is given. One of the most reliable tools for this is
In the world of surgical training, gender might play a bigger role than we think. A recent study looked at how male and female trainees are given independence during robotic surgery. The focus was on a specific measure called the ratio of economy of motion (rEOM). This ratio helps assess how efficie
In a quiet neighborhood in Kenner, just outside New Orleans, a tense standoff unfolded. Two workers, perched on a rooftop, found themselves cornered by U. S. Border Patrol agents. The scene was tense, with neighbors and activists watching in disbelief as the agents moved in. This was the beginning o
A recent study has uncovered a surprising benefit of the shingles vaccine. It might not just prevent shingles but also protect your brain. Researchers looked at data from Wales, where the shingles vaccine was introduced in 2013. They found that people who got the vaccine were less likely to develop
In the realm of radiation therapy, finding materials that mimic human tissue is a big deal. This is where Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and hydrogels come into play. Researchers have been looking into how these two can work together to measure radiation more accurately. The focus is on two specifi
The U. S. government has decided to shorten the time work permits last for certain immigrants. This includes refugees, people seeking asylum, and others who are legally protected in the U. S. The new rule means these permits will only be valid for 18 months instead of the current 5 years. This chang
In a significant turn of events, a man from Virginia was recently taken into custody by the FBI. This arrest is linked to the pipe bombs found near the Democratic and Republican national committees' headquarters in Washington, D. C. , just before the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots. The investigation
