A recent surge in bird flu cases has raised concerns about the potential for a global pandemic. The latest troubling news is that a British Columbia teenager was infected with H5N1 from an unknown source early last month. The 14-year-old was diagnosed with conjunctivitis and later developed symptoms of fever and acute respiratory distress, requiring … Read more
Researchers at E11 lab have made significant progress in brain mapping by successfully creating a detailed map of a mouse brain using a novel technique. This achievement is reminiscent of the recent high-profile success in mapping the fruit fly’s brain, which boasted 140,000 neurons connected by nearly 500 feet of biological wiring. The successful mapping … Read more
The New York Knicks will host the Atlanta Hawks on December 11th in the NBA Cup Quarterfinal. A win would secure their spot in the semifinal against either Orlando or Milwaukee, with the possibility of playing in Vegas. However, the Knicks’ path to the championship is fraught with uncertainty. As a 3-1 wild card team, … Read more
Apple is expected to enter the foldable smartphone market in 2026, potentially revitalizing a stagnant industry. According to display analyst Ross Young, the company’s dominant position in flagship smartphones could lead to significant growth for foldables. Young predicts over 30% growth in the foldable market in 2026, followed by continued 20% growth in 2027 and … Read more
A warning has been issued to travelers over the spread of three deadly diseases, including the Marburg virus. This rare but severe hemorrhagic fever is spreading in multiple countries, according to various health organizations. The first symptoms of Marburg include fever, chills, headaches, a rash with flat and raised bumps, and sore throat. The virus … Read more
A new satellite launch is giving everyday people the chance to take a selfie from space, courtesy of former NASA engineer Mark Rober. The satellite, which will be launched by SpaceX in January 2025, features a Google Pixel smartphone and a camera designed to withstand space’s harsh environment. When you visit spaceselfie.com and enter a … Read more
A recent study has found that lifestyle choices made at 60 years old can significantly impact brain health decades later, with those who engage in physical activity, mentally stimulating hobbies, and limit excessive alcohol consumption being less likely to develop dementia. Researchers analyzed data from over 45,000 older adults and discovered a strong correlation between … Read more
Intel’s CEO, Pat Gelsinger, has stepped down from his position, prompting analysts to reset their forecasts for the company’s stock. The departure comes as Intel faces increased competition and made several missteps, including passing on the chance to develop the chip for Apple’s iPhone and missing out on a potential stake in OpenAI. The company’s … Read more
Google has announced the availability of its latest multimodal AI capabilities, Veo and Imagen 3, on Vertex AI, a flagship platform for streamlining AI application development and deployment. The move empowers teams to integrate cutting-edge video and image-generation capabilities into their AI workflows. The two models, developed by Google DeepMind, aim to revolutionize the creation … Read more
Larry Fink’s leadership at BlackRock Inc. is driving asset growth through private markets acquisitions. His latest deal involves HPS Investment Partners, acquiring a $12 billion private-credit specialist. The move has made three new billionaires richer than Fink, Scott Kapnick, Scot French, and Mike Patterson, who combined now have a net worth of $8.6 billion. Source: … Read more