A new study published in JAMA has developed a nasal swab test that can accurately diagnose a child’s asthma subtype, making it easier for doctors to tailor treatment plans to individual needs. Historically, diagnosing the specific subtype of asthma – also known as an endotype – has been challenging due to the complexity of symptoms … Read more
Floods and mudslides have struck the French Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte, one month after Cyclone Chido devastated the island, killing dozens and leaving many homeless. The archipelago was placed on high alert as a second storm, Dikeledi, passed by on Sunday morning, bringing violent winds, flash floods, and landslides. The storm made landfall in … Read more
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for January 2025 are scheduled to be issued on Friday, January 31, 2025, due to a shift in the regular payment date from February 1. This change ensures that beneficiaries have timely access to their funds despite the payment alignment with a weekend. To qualify for SSI, individuals must meet … Read more
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang revealed the company’s vision for its next-generation Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) technology at a recent Q&A session, sparking confusion among fans and critics alike. The new DLSS 4 promises to “predict the future” of frame generation, but its actual implementation may not be what was initially expected. Initially, it seemed … Read more
Croatian President Zoran Milanovic has won a second term in office, according to a preliminary result based on vote count from 98.65% of polling stations. The opposition Social Democratic Party candidate secured 74.58% of votes, surpassing that of ruling Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) candidate Dragan Primorac by a significant margin, with 25.42%. Turnout in the … Read more
Germany’s far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party has finalized its election manifesto ahead of next month’s critical polls, proposing a series of deeply divisive policies on issues such as migration, education, and the economy. The document calls for the mass deportation of migrants and threatens to abolish the euro, in addition to reintroducing military conscription … Read more
Actor Joshua Jackson, known for his role as Dr. Miranda Bailey on Grey’s Anatomy and Topanga Lawrence on Boy Meets World, has lost his home in the ongoing Palisades Fire in Southern California. The fire, which began Tuesday, has destroyed thousands of structures and killed at least 16 people. In a statement to Deadline, Jackson … Read more
Beloved actress Leslie Charleson, who played Monica Quartermaine on “General Hospital” for decades, died on Sunday morning after a long illness. She was 79. Charleson’s extensive career spanned nearly five decades in television, with notable appearances on shows like “A Flame in the Wind,” “Love Is a Many Splendored Thing,” and “Happy Days.” However, it … Read more
The Philadelphia Eagles’ first home wildcard win since 2006 was overshadowed by the injury of key linebacker Nakobe Dean. The team’s top-ranked defense lost a crucial piece with Dean, who was seen on crutches and wearing a large brace on his left leg after the game. Nakobe Dean’s teammate and roommate at the University of … Read more
When traveling abroad, it’s easy to get caught up in the local culture and forget about the customs and norms of your own country. Redditor u/CapitalBread6959 asked fellow non-Americans what they find bizarre or uncommon in the US. Here are some surprising common practices that Americans take for granted but may seem strange to visitors … Read more