A new COVID-19 variant, known as “Nimbus”, is spreading rapidly across the globe, with hospital admissions in the UK rising by almost 10% over the past month. The World Health Organisation (WHO) is closely monitoring the spread of the variant, which has been detected in small numbers in the UK but is growing in proportion … Read more
Philips Hue has officially announced its new Philips Hue Play Wall Washer light, previously leaked by Amazon UK earlier this month. The company has also launched its new Philips Hue AI assistant in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, with a broader global release expected by the end of August. The new ambient wall light is … Read more
Measles cases are nearing record levels in isolated areas, prompting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to urge summer camps to verify immunity status through vaccination or prior infection. Dr. Alexandra Yonts, a pediatric infectious diseases physician, says that unimmunized children are at high risk of contracting measles due to their contagious nature. … Read more
Amazon is leveraging Generative AI to transform customer experiences across its platforms. The company is investing heavily in this technology, which has the potential to revolutionize how businesses operate and interact with customers. Generative AI is being applied in various areas, including Alexa+, an advanced personal assistant that can take significant actions for customers, and … Read more
Bariatric surgery remains the most effective option for lasting weight loss, according to a new study that compared its outcomes with GLP-1 medications. Patients who underwent sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass lost around 24% of their body weight after two years, while those taking semaglutide or tirzepatide injections lost about 5% and 12 pounds on … Read more
Samsung’s flagship S-series phones have been lacking significant camera hardware innovation for several generations. A recent tip from respected tipster Ice Universe suggests that this trend may continue, with the Galaxy S26 Ultra and potentially even the S27 Ultra following the same camera setup as their predecessors. The reason behind Samsung’s conservative approach is unclear, … Read more
China is hitting the world with a new export shock, flooding countries from Southeast Asia to Europe and Latin America with its goods, as President Trump’s tariffs close off the US market. The surge in exports has reshaped economies and geopolitics, with China’s trade surplus with the world reaching nearly $500 billion this year – … Read more
Joey Chestnut, the 16-time champion of Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, will return to Coney Island this summer after being sidelined by a sponsorship conflict last year. Chestnut has been synonymous with the July 4th event since 2007 and boasts the 10 highest totals in the contest history. He holds multiple world records in … Read more
As a fitness enthusiast who regularly consumes protein powder after workouts, I recently discovered the negative impact it had on my digestive health. After researching molecular nutrition, I realized that protein powder can be difficult to digest due to its high concentration of protein. Registered nutritionist Jessica Shand explains that poor quality protein sources, added … Read more
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