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Frail or Fit: Does Heart Care Work the Same?

November 25, 2024

These days, doctors are paying more attention to how frail older adults respond to treatments designed to prevent heart problems. But is there enough evidence to show that these treatments work just as well for frail seniors as they do for those who are not frail? Let's dive into what the latest stu

crypto

Bitcoin's Not So Decentralized Network

November 25, 2024

You might think Bitcoin is all about decentralization, but let's take a closer look at its network. Bitcoin runs on a peer-to-peer (P2P) network, which is supposed to be spread out and not controlled by any single group. However, a recent study shows that this isn't exactly the case. Researchers cr

health

Personalized Nutrition: A Study to Revolutionize Your Diet

November 25, 2024

Imagine if the way you eat could be tailored just for you. That's the goal of a massive nutrition study going on right now. Scientists are trying to figure out how different people respond to the same food, based on their genes, culture, and environment. They've got volunteers like Sheryn Stover, wh

entertainment

WoW's 20th Birthday: A Look Back and Forward

November 23, 2024

Twenty years ago, Blizzard Entertainment launched "World of Warcraft" (WoW) and revolutionized the gaming industry. This massive multiplayer online game has since attracted over 240 million players worldwide. Holly Longdale, WoW's executive producer, emphasizes that WoW is more than just a game; it'

health

Recycling Chicken Livers to Combat Diabetes

November 22, 2024

Did you know that thousands of tons of chicken livers are tossed out every year in countries like Taiwan? This is because people find them smelly and worry about health issues. But scientists have found a creative way to turn these leftovers into something useful – a special liquid called chicken-li

sports

Workout Equalizers: How We Measure Exercise Intensity

November 21, 2024

Ever wondered how to gauge the effort you put into your resistance training? Two common methods take the spotlight: counting the total weight lifted or tracking sets until failure. Both methods aim to balance the "dose" of exercise between sessions. But, which method truly captures the intensity of

technology

Discovering Versatile Language Models: The Domain-General Lottery

November 20, 2024

Ever thought about how language models learn from multiple domains? Well, turns out, not all parameters in these models behave the same way. Some act differently depending on the domain, while others stay consistent. This can lead to both strengths and weaknesses. Imagine you're trying to build a l

environment

Greening Giant Economies: How Tech and Smart Cities Cut Emissions

November 20, 2024

Big countries face a tricky balance: they need to grow and produce more, but they also need to keep their environment clean. A recent study looked at how industrial production, green energy, new tech, energy efficiency, and city growth affect carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the top ten industriali

entertainment

Pac-Man Fun Comes to Life in Tokyo: A Web3 Adventure!

November 20, 2024

Get ready for a super fun and interactive event in Tokyo! Web3 platform Flickplay has teamed up with the creators of Pac-Man, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and the City of Shibuya. The action starts at the DIG SHIBUYA 2025 Festival from February 8 to 11, 2025. This isn't just any event—it blends digit

health

Navigating Challenges in Public Health Communication: A Peek Into Nigeria's COVID-19 and Immunization Efforts

November 20, 2024

When it comes to public health, the goal is clear: change behaviors, spread awareness, and improve health outcomes. This is where program communication comes in, and it has three key parts: advocacy, social mobilization, and communication. Advocacy is about getting politicians on board and making su