TECHNOLOGY

Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Screens and Kids: A Surprising Health Boost?

Kids and screens go together like peanut butter and jelly. But what if those screens could actually help kids stay healthy? A recent study from the University of South Australia suggests that might be the case. Researchers looked at data from over 133, 000 kids and teens under 18. They found that di

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Nov 22 2025SPORTS

Football Fever: A Simple Saturday Wish

Football season is here, and it's a big day for fans. The Cougars are playing, and everyone is excited. But watching the game isn't as easy as it used to be. Remember when you could just turn on the TV and watch? Now, it's a mess. You need a bunch of apps and subscriptions. It's like trying to solve

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

How a New Tool is Changing the Way We See Weight

A new way to spot obesity has shown up. It is not just about looking at weight. It is about using a mix of things to get a better picture. This tool is not just about numbers. It looks at many things to see if someone might be obese. The tool checks things like body size and shape. It also looks at

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

Tech Leader Ari Balogh Leaves Airbnb

Ari Balogh, the Chief Technology Officer at Airbnb, is set to leave his role by December. He's been with the company for seven years, joining from Google. After his departure, he'll stick around until at least February 2026 to help with the transition and offer advice, but he won't be in an executiv

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Diabetes Care: How Tech is Bringing Data Together

Managing type 1 diabetes in kids is no easy task. But new tech like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and insulin pumps is making a difference. The problem? Data from these devices often gets trapped in separate systems. This makes it tough for doctors to get the full story. A recent effort in Ohi

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Nov 22 2025OPINION

How Smart Cars and Streets Can Tame Speeding

Portland has a speeding problem. But instead of relying on cops to enforce speed limits, some people think smart engineering could be the answer. Imagine driving a car that automatically adjusts its speed to stay within the limit. That's what adaptive cruise control does. It keeps a safe distance fr

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Nov 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's Stock Takes a Hit: What's the Big Deal with Steam Machines?

Microsoft, a tech titan known for more than just gaming, is facing some heat. The company's stock took a small dip recently, and it might have something to do with the new Steam Machines from Valve. These machines are essentially gaming consoles that also work as PCs, and they're hitting the market

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Nov 22 2025FINANCE

Cathie Wood's Big Moves: Tech, Crypto, and Biotech in Focus

Cathie Wood's ARK Invest made some bold moves on November 20, shaking up its portfolio with new investments and trimming some existing ones. The spotlight was on Nvidia, a major player in the chip industry, after its impressive third-quarter performance. ARK Invest snapped up 93, 374 shares of Nvidi

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Nov 22 2025BUSINESS

Winter's Hidden Toll on Buildings: A Growing Concern

Winter weather is often overlooked when discussing natural disasters, but it can be just as damaging. Blizzards, ice storms, and extreme cold have caused billions in damages and repairs in recent years. In 2022, winter storms alone caused $6 billion in insured losses. The previous year, the arctic w

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Nov 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Keeping Up with the Sky: Modernizing Army Air Defense

The U. S. Army is facing a sky full of new threats. Drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles are becoming smarter and more dangerous. The old ways of defending against these threats are not enough anymore. The Army needs to adapt and modernize its air defense systems to keep up with the chang

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