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How Stroke Survivors in China Connect with the World

January 29, 2026

In China, people who have had strokes often find it hard to join in with daily life. This is called social participation. It means taking part in activities that matter, like talking with friends or going to work. But what makes it tough for them? And what helps them stay connected? Researchers loo

technology

How Tech Helps Older Adults Stay Connected

January 24, 2026

Older adults often need a little extra help to stay active and engaged, especially when their abilities start to decline. That's where socially interactive agents (SIAs) come in. These are like friendly robots or smart devices that chat, play games, or just keep someone company. But how well do they

health

Nanotech and Prostate Cancer: Can Curcumin and Piperine Really Help?

January 19, 2026

Prostate cancer is a tough nut to crack. It often becomes resistant to treatments, and the side effects can pile up. So, scientists are always on the lookout for new ways to fight it. Curcumin and piperine are two natural compounds that have shown promise. They can target cancer cells directly. But

environment

Climate Change and Your Paycheck: What the Numbers Really Say

January 16, 2026

The idea that climate change is shrinking U. S. salaries by 12% is making the rounds, but does it hold up? Let's break it down. First, the claim comes from a study that imagines a world without man-made greenhouse gas emissions. It then estimates how much richer Americans would be in that imaginary

crypto

Bitcoin's 2026 Journey: Where's It Headed?

January 14, 2026

In the world of digital money, Bitcoin is expected to have a good year in 2026. A well-known expert thinks it will end the year higher than it started. But, will it reach the huge $150, 000 mark? That's still up in the air. The expert also sees big changes in the crypto world. They think prediction

health

Smart Nanoparticles Take on Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

January 13, 2026

In the world of cancer treatment, a new player has emerged. It's not a drug or a surgery, but tiny particles called copper peroxide nanoparticles. These nanoparticles are designed to tackle triple-negative breast cancer, a particularly aggressive form of the disease. Here's how they work. First, th

science

How Tiny Metal Balls Help Turn Alcohol into Useful Stuff

January 12, 2026

Scientists have been playing around with tiny bits of metal called nanoparticles. These little guys are super small, like a billionth of a meter small! They've been trying to figure out how to make these nanoparticles work better for turning alcohol into other useful stuff. They started with a base

technology

Disney+ Taps into Vertical Videos and AI to Woo Gen Alpha

January 9, 2026

Disney+ is stepping up its game to attract the youngest audience, Generation Alpha. This group is growing up with smartphones and short-form content. So, it makes sense that Disney+ is adding vertical videos, also called "verts, " to its platform. These videos are designed for easy viewing on mobile

health

How Your Beliefs Shape Your Emotions

January 9, 2026

Researchers have been digging into how our personal beliefs can help us manage our emotions better. They found that when people adjust their thoughts about negative situations, it works best when it aligns with what they already believe. In three different studies, they asked people to think differ

science

Quantum Mechanics: Bohr's Idea Wins Again

December 31, 2025

A recent experiment in China has shown that Niels Bohr was right in his debate with Albert Einstein about quantum mechanics. The experiment was based on a thought experiment proposed by Einstein almost a century ago. Bohr argued that certain properties of particles cannot be measured at the same tim