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New Entertainment Company Generator Joins Forces with Hill Country Studios

November 20, 2024

Imagine this: a team of Hollywood pros launch a new company, Generator Entertainment, to make films that thrill and chill us. They're backed by Hill Country Studios, a massive new film hub in Texas. This isn't just some small operation; we're talking about movies with budgets ranging from $5 million

sports

How Smartphones Measure Up in Tracking Lift Speed

November 20, 2024

In a recent study, scientists explored whether smartphone apps can accurately measure how fast a barbell moves during powerlifting exercises. They compared three apps - Qwik VBT, Metric VBT, and MyLift - against a commercial device called RepOne. Twenty experienced powerlifters tried out these tools

business

Google's Chrome Browser in the Hot Seat: Justice Department Wants a Sale

November 19, 2024

The US Department of Justice (DoJ) is gearing up to ask a judge to force Google to sell its popular Chrome browser. This move is part of a larger effort to dismantle Google's dominance in the internet search market. The DoJ believes Google’s control over search engines and browsers is stifling compe

health

South Africa's Diversity Dividend: Mental Health and Trust

November 19, 2024

In post-apartheid South Africa, a fascinating shift is happening. More racial diversity in neighborhoods is linked to less mental stress. This isn't just a theory; it's backed by five years of data from the National Income Dynamics Survey. But why? The answer might surprise you. It turns out, trust

science

Small Metal Particles, Big Performance Boost!

November 19, 2024

Scientists are boosting the power of tiny metal particles by making them more porous and packed with multiple metals. Imagine a small house (the core) with a unique shape, surrounded by a wall made of many types of bricks (the shell). When these tiny 'houses' are made just right, they can do amazing

technology

AI Glasses Now in Europe: Meta's Ray-Bans Get Smarter

November 19, 2024

Ever wished you could walk around hands-free and ask questions like a real-life spy? Meta's got something for you! Their AI-powered Ray-Ban smartglasses have just hit the shelves in France, Spain, Ireland, and Italy. Wearers can now get answers in French, Italian, Spanish, and English. Ask about the

health

Improving Rural Health: A Collaborative Effort to Combat Diabetes and Heart Disease in South Carolina

November 19, 2024

Did you know that people living in rural areas often face more health challenges than those in cities? These challenges include racial, geographic, and money-related gaps when it comes to chronic diseases. To make a difference, the Chronic Conditions Care Collaborative (4C Collaborative) was started

health

Discovering Knee Osteoarthritis Subtypes with Synovial Fluid

November 19, 2024

Have you ever wondered how scientists find new ways to treat diseases like knee osteoarthritis? One interesting approach involves looking at the fluid surrounding our joints – synovial fluid. A group of researchers, called the STEpUP OA consortium, is working on this. They're developing a method to

science

Tiny Silver Nanoparticles in Porous Supports for Faster Dye Degradation

November 19, 2024

Ever wondered how to make catalysts that work superfast and can be easily used? Scientists figured out a way by creating tiny silver nanoparticles, called nano-Ag, and placing them in special porous supports called hyper-cross-linked supports (HCP-CC). These supports have lots of tiny holes that mak

education

Ex-Duolingo Leaders Launch Outsmart to Tackle College Costs

November 19, 2024

As college fees keep climbing, three former Duolingo bigwigs are starting a new venture, Outsmart Education. Their goal? Make higher education more affordable and accessible. The team, led by Jorge Mazal, has snagged $13 million in funding from investors like Khosla Ventures. This seed money will go