A groundbreaking study published in the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that AI bots can deliver mental health therapy with equal efficacy to human clinicians. Researchers at Dartmouth College built an AI bot, dubbed a “therabot,” and trained it in clinical best practices over five years. The results showed significant improvement in patients with … Read more
The Florida Gators have won their third NCAA Tournament men’s basketball national title by defeating the Houston Cougars 65-63 in a thrilling matchup on Monday night. Florida had not won a national title since back-to-back championships in 2006 and 2007 under coach Billy Donovan. This victory marks the program’s first national title since then. The … Read more
An auto advisory firm has forecast that tariffs will lead to a decline of two million fewer auto sales in the US this year. The prediction is based on the impact of tariffs on the automotive industry, which is expected to affect consumer demand and ultimately reduce car sales. The forecast comes as the automotive … Read more
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a convincing 126-99 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, but their next test will come without several key players. Starting forward Rui Hachimura is out, and stars like LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Gabe Vincent are all listed as questionable for Tuesday’s matchup. With … Read more
Colorado health officials have reported the second measles case in the Denver metropolitan area, according to a recent news article. This new case brings concerns about vaccination rates and the spread of the highly contagious disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stated that the number of measles cases in the US … Read more
Pope Francis made a surprise appearance in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday for the Jubilee of the Sick, despite still recovering from bilateral pneumonia. The 88-year-old pontiff drew inspiration from biblical stories to explore the spiritual dimensions of illness and healing. In his homily, Pope Francis said that “the sickbed can become a ‘holy place’ … Read more
The Winnipeg Jets broke their franchise record for wins in a season with a 3-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Monday. Alex Iafallo scored the game-winner off a rebound at 7:05 of the third period, helping the Jets register their 53rd win. Morgan Barron and Adam Lowry also scored for the Jets (53-21-4), … Read more
In the final season of Hulu’s ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’, Elisabeth Moss returns as June Osborne, grappling with whether to forgive someone who played a significant role in her trauma. The show explores themes of revenge, love, and social responsibility, amidst a backdrop of real-world issues such as immigration and asylum seekers. Meanwhile, the fourth season … Read more
A new technology developed in the Waterloo region has made history by taking the first-ever X-ray of an astronaut in space. The X-ray detector, created by startup KA Imaging, uses a lightweight system that allows for clear images and bone density measurements while in space. The technology was part of a mission to study Earth’s … Read more
Paige Bueckers walked away a champion on Sunday, capping off her remarkable career with a 82-59 rout over South Carolina in the title game. The unselfish Husky’s final game was a vindication of her ethos, as she played a key role in UConn’s team-powered attack. Bueckers’ career was marked by four Final Four appearances, three … Read more