Parkinson’s disease has doubled in prevalence since the 1990s, affecting over 10 million people worldwide. A groundbreaking new treatment, adaptive Deep Brain Stimulation (aDBS), is poised to revolutionize care for those affected. Developed at Stanford University, aDBS is a personalized therapy that counteracts beta waves and other arrhythmias related to immobility, stiffness, and trembling associated … Read more
Researchers who studied ape calls say they’ve discovered a key feature of human language, challenging long-held assumptions about its origins. According to the study published in Science, apes can combine sounds to create new meanings, which may date back millions of years. Primatologist Federica Amici notes that differences between humans and other primates in communication … Read more
The Portland Trail Blazers’ slim remaining play-in hopes went up in smoke Friday night in Chicago, as they fell to the Bulls 118-113. Minus four starters due to injuries and soreness, the Blazers made a late run but ultimately ran out of bodies and time. The Blazers’ loss means they won’t make the play-in but … Read more
At least 100 Palestinians were killed across the Gaza Strip during Israeli airstrikes on Thursday, with 31 or more victims reportedly sheltering at a school in Deir al Balah, according to medics and health officials. The Israeli military claims it targeted a Hamas command center, but witnesses describe a devastating strike that killed many civilians. … Read more
Bill Gates and Paul Allen co-founded Microsoft in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on January 1, 1975. The company later relocated to Redmond, Washington, after dropping the hyphen from its name. The duo had previously worked together at Lakeside Programming group in the early 70s and as founders of Traf-O-Data, a road traffic analysis company. Microsoft would … Read more
The nation’s measles total has reached 607 cases today, with a surge of new cases in several states, including west Texas. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 124 new cases reported over the past week. A nationwide outbreak is ongoing, fueled by low vaccine uptake in some areas … Read more
A growing measles outbreak in West Texas has led to several hospitalizations and a concerning trend of parents treating their children with vitamin A, which can cause toxicity. According to Dr. Lara Johnson, a pediatric hospitalist at Covenant Children’s Hospital, the hospital has seen “fewer than 10 cases” of vitamin A toxicity in Lubbock patients … Read more
Aries Daily Horoscope Today, April 5, 2025, promises better outcomes at work with a focus on confidence and bold determination. Expect financial opportunities to arise unexpectedly, so stay open-minded and adaptable. To succeed, prioritize balance between work and personal life, self-care, and effective communication. Make time for relaxation and recharge your energy to maintain a … Read more
Midjourney has released its latest update, V7, which focuses on improving speed, image quality, and compatibility with existing workflows. The update renders images about 20-30% faster than the previous version, making it more suitable for generating multiple images in a single go. The new version also enhances realism, particularly in skin, fabric, and lighting details. … Read more
Researchers from the University of Innsbruck have successfully created hot Schrödinger cat states in a superconducting microwave resonator, defying the long-held assumption that quantum effects are destroyed by higher temperatures. The study, published in Science Advances, shows that it is possible to observe and use quantum phenomena even in less perfect, warmer conditions. Schrödinger cat … Read more