Optic neuritis (ON) is an inflammation of the optic nerve. It is often linked to autoimmune issues. But does it also raise the risk of heart problems? A recent study looked into this. Researchers used data from Korea's National Health Insurance Service. They studied 15, 587 people with ON and compa
In 2023, something unexpected happened at the N. B. A. All-Star Game in Salt Lake City. During halftime, a medley featuring Nigerian artists Tems, Burna Boy, and Rema took center stage. This wasn't just any performance; it was a big moment for Afrobeats, a genre blending West African rhythms and sty
In the early hours of a Monday morning, four clever thieves managed to snatch almost $2 million in high-end fashion from a well-known men's boutique in New York City's SoHo neighborhood. The store, 4G Seller, is a hotspot for celebrities like Drake and Mark Wahlberg, offering unique, pre-worn clothi
In the world of plant diseases, some proteins are like secret agents. They have a double life. They help the fungus cause disease. But they also wake up the plant's defense system. Scientists found six such proteins in a fungus called Verticillium dahliae. These proteins belong to a family known as
California's attempt to modernize its 911 emergency system has hit a major snag. In 2019, Governor Gavin Newsom promised to upgrade the state's outdated 911 system. He wanted to replace the old analog technology with a new digital network. This was supposed to make emergency communications more reli
South Carolina's coast is changing fast. Islands are disappearing. Roads and homes are underwater more often. This is not news to people who live there. Yet, the rules that protect these places are stuck in the past. They do not consider rising sea levels or the unique importance of areas like Cape
In late November, a big deal went down in the San Luis Valley. The Class 1A All-South-Central League football team was announced. This is a huge honor for high school football players in the area. A total of 29 student-athletes from the valley made the cut. Centauri High School came out on top with
Amazon and Nvidia are working together to make AI faster and more efficient. They are combining Nvidia's advanced tech with Amazon's custom chips and cloud services. This teamwork aims to help businesses train and use AI systems more quickly. At a recent tech event, they announced new ways to conne
Downtown Duluth has seen another business close its doors, and this time it's Paddle North. This store, which sold kayaks, paddleboards, and outdoor gear, opened just a few months ago in June. It was located at 3 West Superior Street, right next to North Shore Tattoo. The store was open from Wednesd
OnePlus is set to release a new smartwatch called the Watch Lite. This watch is special because it can work with both Android and iPhone. This is a big deal because most smartwatches only work with one type of phone. The Watch Lite has a lot of cool features. It is very light, has a big and bright s
