Using virtual reality for shopping is becoming a big trend. Stores and designers love the idea of creating lifelike spaces online, but pushing for super realistic scenes might actually make things harder for shoppers. A simpler setup could help people focus better on what matters—picking out product
Russia has sharply criticized Armenia for allowing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to speak in Yerevan last week. During his visit, Zelenskiy warned that Russian leaders might face drone threats over Red Square during Moscow’s Victory Day parade on May 9—a claim Moscow dismissed as reckless.
Kids in kindergarten and first grade often struggle to stay focused. Their attention jumps around even when the work stays the same. Most tests for focus only look at how many answers are right or how long it takes on average. But what if the real story is in the ups and downs of their response time
Writing has always been a tough skill to master. For years, teachers have tried different ways to help students get better at it. Some still think writing by hand is the best method. Others worry that tools like keyboards or AI might make things worse. But here’s the thing: technology isn’t going aw
Last month, federal officials hit pause on at least 18 research grants at UC Berkeley, despite a judge just months ago telling them to stop canceling grants. One of those frozen was a $1. 4-million project at the Lawrence Hall of Science that trains Ohlone youth to build mixed-reality exhibits about
Animation has always been a playground for bold sci-fi ideas, and the last five years proved no different. Some of these films take viewers on wild space adventures, while others dive deep into personal struggles within futuristic worlds. One standout is a tale about robots and dogs in 1980s New Yor
Two big names in chips just dropped hints about working together closely. Intel’s boss congratulated NVIDIA’s CEO during a big graduation ceremony where NVIDIA got its shiny new doctorate in science. While celebrating, Intel also let slip that cool new gadgets are coming soon. This isn’t the first
Over the last year, Alphabet has quietly built a strong lead in artificial intelligence, covering everything from cloud computing to research. Now, it’s close to passing Nvidia as the world’s most valuable company. This shift shows how AI isn’t just changing tech—it’s reshaping which firms come out
Dutch hospitals started adding lifestyle desks in 2022 to give patients a single place where they can ask for non-medical help. Instead of just treating sickness, these desks try to link people to workshops, diet plans or stress programs run by local groups. In the beginning, every hospital set up i
In the age before viral clips and memes, a single moment captured the raw emotion of a playoff series. The New York Knicks rolled into Philadelphia and stunned the Sixers with a clean sweep. Charles Oakley, the team’s tough guy and locker-room voice, made sure the victory left a lasting image. He se
