Meta has created a device that enables users to produce text by simply thinking what they want to say. Researchers used a state-of-the-art brain scanner and deep learning AI model to interpret neural signals, achieving an accuracy of 80% in detecting keyboard keys. The device uses magnetoencephalography (MEG) technology, which detects magnetic signals in the … Read more
Noise-cancelling headphones are being blamed for a surge in neurological disorders among young people, according to experts. The condition, known as auditory processing disorder (APD), affects the brain’s ability to decipher sounds and differentiate them from background noise. British Academy of Audiology Vice President Claire Benton warns that wearing noise-cancelling headphones can create a “false … Read more
US stock markets will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025, for Presidents’ Day. Investors should take note as this week’s earnings season is relatively quiet, with only key reports from Walmart and Alibaba scheduled. Thursday will see the highlight of the week with the release of Walmart (WMT) and Alibaba (BABA) quarterly results. These … Read more
A woman was killed and several others wounded Sunday when Israeli forces opened fire on residents trying to return to the village of Houla in southern Lebanon, just two days before a ceasefire deadline. The incident comes as tensions rise in Lebanon ahead of the February 18 deadline for Israel’s withdrawal from southern Lebanese territory. … Read more
Take a journey through human spaceflight history with our interactive quiz. For over 60 years, humanity has been pushing the limits of ingenuity and engineering to send people into space. From landing on the moon to venturing deeper into the solar system, this quiz will test your knowledge of major milestones and incredible astronauts. What’s … Read more
Captain America: Brave New World kicked off on a strong note at the box office this weekend, earning $88.5 million domestically and an additional $92.4 million internationally. The film’s opening total now stands at $192 million, making it the biggest opening of the year so far. However, its success will be tested in the coming … Read more
A 26-year-old right-wing influencer, Ashley St Clair, claims to be the mother of billionaire Elon Musk’s 13th child. She made the announcement on social media, stating that she welcomed a five-month-old baby with Musk in May this year. St Clair revealed that she had previously kept her pregnancy private to protect her child’s safety and … Read more
Experts warn that frequent use of noise-canceling headphones in young people may hinder brain development and lead to auditory processing disorder (APD). Balance is key to maintaining effective hearing, with audiologists advising moderation to prevent delays in complex listening skills. Source: https://www.techspot.com/news/106790-audiologists-suspect-link-between-anc-hearing-problems-young.html
US President Donald Trump has hinted at an impending meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin “very soon”, amidst escalating tensions over Ukraine. Trump’s comments came as US officials prepared for talks in Saudi Arabia, while Ukrainian and European leaders expressed concerns that Washington may be pushing for a peace plan that would compromise on key … Read more
The town of Mezhova, once a tranquil hub in eastern Ukraine, is now on the brink of war. As Russian troops close in, residents prepare for the worst while holding onto hope that their country’s defenses will hold. Mezhova was officially founded 141 years ago as a mining and farming community, but it has become … Read more