Lawmakers in the European Union have decided to pause a big trade agreement with South American countries. They want the top court to check if the deal follows EU rules. The vote was close, with 334 in favor and 324 against, and a few abstentions. This deal, known as the EU-Mercosur agreement, has
AI is stepping up to help doctors spot osteoporosis. This is a sneaky condition that weakens bones. It often goes unnoticed until a fracture happens. Now, AI tools are being tested to find osteoporosis earlier. These tools look at regular scans, like those for lung or heart issues. They check for bo
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Have you ever felt like your brain is running on autopilot after a bad night's sleep? It turns out, there's a scientific reason for that. Recent findings suggest that when you don't get enough sleep, your brain might start acting like it's asleep, even when you're wide awake. Researchers found that
In a major leap for optical technology, scientists in Germany have created a light switch that operates at mind-boggling speeds. This new device, made from incredibly thin layers of materials, can switch light on and off 10, 000 times faster than the transistors found in today's electronics. The tea
SQRIL, a startup that helps banks and digital wallets process payments, has just added a new feature. Now, crypto apps can use their system to let users pay with QR codes in many countries. This means people can scan a QR code and pay using cryptocurrency, while the merchant gets paid in local money
Ear infections, especially in early childhood, can lead to temporary hearing problems. This can happen during a key time when kids' hearing is still developing. Some experts think this might affect how kids process sounds, understand speech, and even remember things. A recent study looked at kids a
As we get older, hearing isn't just about volume. It's about understanding. Many people find it hard to follow conversations in noisy places or enjoy music as they age. This isn't always shown by standard hearing tests. It's like having a secret hearing problem that regular checks miss. Researchers
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a $260 billion budget plan. It's a big deal because it doesn't raise any new taxes. Instead, it puts more money into child care and schools. The state is doing this because Wall Street is making a lot of money right now. The plan includes $1. 2 billion mo
Netflix has changed its game plan to buy a big part of Warner Bros. Discovery. This time, they're offering all cash, which might make the deal more appealing. Back in December, they had a different offer. It was a mix of cash and stock worth $83 billion. But now, Netflix is saying they'll pay that w
