As flu season intensifies, Cherokee Indian Hospital is witnessing a surge in patients testing positive for respiratory illnesses, including the flu, COVID-19, and RSV. This trend highlights the importance of individual and community protection. Respiratory illnesses can have severe consequences, particularly among vulnerable populations like young children, elders, and those with pre-existing health conditions. While … Read more
Meta Platforms Inc. is revamping its smartwatch and expanding into new wearables such as Oakley-branded glasses, watches, and earbuds with AI features. Reality Labs, the company’s devices group, aims to release high-end AR glasses called “Artemis” in 2027. The company plans to launch Oakley-branded smart glasses for athletes this year, as well as new high-end … Read more
Intel Corporation’s shares have increased by more than 2% on Tuesday, driven by speculation about a potential takeover. Analysts at Citi believe that Broadcom is the most likely buyer, with Elon Musk considered a wild card. The company’s stock has lost over half its value in the past year, but recent gains suggest investors are … Read more
A recent outbreak of bird flu in Massachusetts has raised concerns about its impact on Rhode Island’s wildlife. After multiple dead Canada geese were spotted near Lake Sabbatia in Taunton, the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife is investigating. The deaths of over 60 birds at a nearby lake are believed to be caused by … Read more
Actress Dakota Johnson and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin were spotted enjoying a rare public outing together in Mumbai, India. The couple held hands and smiled for photos on Friday, Jan. 17. Coldplay is currently on their sold-out Music of the Spheres World Tour, with Martin at the helm. Johnson wore a similar outfit to Martin’s … Read more
Intel’s shares surged 9.3% to close at $21.49 in the last trading session, driven by solid volume and a strong performance in the AI sector. The company recently introduced its Core Ultra (Series 2) processors, designed to redefine mobile computing for various use cases. Intel is taking initiatives to gain a foothold in the expanding … Read more
MIT Associate Professor Steven Flavell and his team are studying the roundworm C. elegans to understand how its simple nervous system generates complex behaviors. By mapping the connections between neurons, researchers can gain insights into how behavior is controlled in simpler animals and potentially apply those findings to humans. Flavell’s lab has made significant progress … Read more
Vikings General Manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah is up for a contract extension deal, following coach Kevin O’Connell’s recent agreement. According to reports, talks are underway with Adofo-Mensah to reach a new deal, which could bring stability to the team. The Vikings prioritized extending O’Connell first due to time constraints, as failing to agree would have left … Read more
Mortgage rates have increased above 7% for the first time since May, according to Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey. The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage jumped to 7.04%, up from last week’s reading of 6.93%. This marks the fifth consecutive weekly increase in mortgage rates. The chief economist at Freddie Mac … Read more
A breakthrough in nuclear fuel technology has successfully tested the endurance of a new nuclear fuel that can withstand the extreme conditions required for Nuclear Thermal Propulsion (NTP) systems. General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) demonstrated that the fuel can survive temperatures up to 2,326°C and highly reactive hydrogen gas without degrading or cracking. Currently, chemical … Read more