The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a surge in cases and hospitalizations caused by the NB.1.8.1 variant, which has grown from 15% to 37% since late May. This rise is attributed to its increased presence in Asia. However, the CDC notes that NB.1.8.1 appears only minimally more immune-evasive than the … Read more
A new study reveals that a popular low-calorie sugar substitute found in foods like protein bars and sugar-free ice cream may be increasing the risk of stroke. Erythritol, a sugar alcohol commonly used as a sweetener, has been linked to oxidative stress, reduced nitric oxide production, and increased vessel-constricting compounds in human brain blood vessel … Read more
Google has confirmed it will shut down Android Instant Apps later this year, citing “low” usage as the reason. The feature, introduced in 2017, allowed users to try apps and demo games without installation. Instant Apps were meant to make navigation easier for users and provide developers with new ways to find audiences. However, Google … Read more
The Muirfield Village Golf Club may have been Scottie Scheffler’s happy hunting ground just two weeks ago, but a different beast emerged at Oakmont Country Club this weekend. The No. 1 golfer in the world faced his toughest test yet as the challenging course proved too much for even the best players. Oakmont is notorious … Read more
Apple’s software engineering chief, Craig Federighi, has explained why iPads won’t run macOS despite recent updates that make them more Mac-like. According to Federighi, iPadOS 26 strikes a balance between productivity and simplicity, but retains the unique touch-screen experience of iPads. The company is adapting best ideas from each platform to create a seamless user … Read more
Research published in Neurology has found that healthy lifestyle choices can reduce the risk of stroke, dementia, and depression, even in individuals with shortened telomeres. Telomeres are protective caps on chromosomes that naturally shorten as we age or are exposed to environmental stress. A study analyzing data from 356,000 participants in the UK Biobank discovered … Read more
The video game industry is abuzz with speculation about a potential portable PlayStation 5 console. A recent leak suggests that Sony is briefing developers on a low-power mode for the PS5 and its Pro version, which could enable native game execution on a new device. This development has sparked excitement among gamers, who are eagerly … Read more
Google is testing a feature that turns search results into an AI-generated podcast-style discussion. The experiment, available in Labs, lets users generate an Audio Overview for certain queries, such as “How do noise cancellation headphones work?” The completed Audio Overview will appear in a small player embedded within the search results, featuring two AI-hosts discussing … Read more
NASA has embarked on a groundbreaking mission to launch rockets from Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands, aiming to unravel the mysteries behind high-altitude cloud-like structures called Sporadic-E layers. These layers can disrupt critical communication systems, making their study essential for improving radio communication technologies. Sporadic-E layers are temporary, high-altitude cloud-like structures that form in … Read more
A “429 Too Many Requests” error occurs when an application exceeds the allowed number of requests within a given timeframe. This limitation is typically set by servers to prevent abuse and ensure stability. The 429 error code indicates that the request was denied due to exceeding the rate limit. The exact cause may vary depending … Read more