When accessing People.com, users may encounter a verification process that checks their connection for security purposes. This step is taken to protect the website and its visitors from potential threats. Here’s what happens during this process: 1. The website prompts users to verify they are human. 2. A few seconds pass while the website verifies … Read more
Andrew Tulloch, an Australian computer scientist, has made headlines after rejecting a $1.5 billion job offer from Meta. The 11-year veteran of the company had worked on machine learning before joining OpenAI and later moved to Thinking Machines Lab, the AI startup valued at $12 billion that is being poached by Mark Zuckerberg. Tulloch, who … Read more
A new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine has highlighted the health benefits of brisk walking among low-income and Black individuals, a group that has often been underrepresented in public health research. The analysis, conducted on 79,856 participants from 12 southeastern US states, found that fast walking for as little as 15 … Read more
A groundbreaking study published in BMC Cancer introduces a pioneering risk-prediction model that intricately links lifestyle factors to colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence. The research team employed data from the National Health Insurance Service-National Sample Cohort and leveraged advanced statistical methods, including LASSO regression, to develop an age-specific nomogram-based model. This innovative approach enables personalized risk … Read more
Researchers have found a way to supercharge lung cancer treatment by transplanting healthy mitochondria into tumors, which boosts immune response and makes chemotherapy far more effective. The new approach combines mitochondrial transplantation with cisplatin, reversing harmful tumor metabolism and empowering immune cells to fight back without added toxicity. Lung cancer is the leading cause of … Read more
NASA’s Artemis 2 mission, set to launch around the moon in April 2026, is proceeding despite significant budget cuts and workforce reductions. The four-person crew, led by Commander Reid Wiseman, expressed confidence in their spacecraft’s capabilities while acknowledging the challenges they face. “We have to move the needle,” said Wiseman, emphasizing the need for progress … Read more
A recent study published in Nature Medicine found a link between processed meat and various health problems, but an expert weighs in on the limitations of the research and its implications for everyday consumption. The study’s findings are consistent with previous research, showing that people who consume more processed meat are at higher risk for … Read more
The Minnesota Lynx have made a surprise move to bolster their defense by acquiring veteran guard DiJonai Carrington from the Dallas Wings. In exchange, the Lynx will send forward Diamond Miller, guard Karlie Samuelson, and a 2027 second-round pick. Carrington, 27, is considered one of the top defensive guards in the WNBA due to her … Read more
Alison Brie and Dave Franco star in Together, a horror movie that delves into codependency in relationships. In the film, Millie (Brie) wants to take her decade-long relationship with Tim (Franco) to the next level – marriage – but he’s emotionally paralyzed due to his past baggage. As they navigate their strained relationship and a … Read more
A sluggish summer is affecting Sin City as tourism numbers have plummeted. According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), visitor numbers declined by 11.3% in June compared to last year, with a total of 3.1 million people visiting the city. The decline can be attributed to various factors, including increased costs such … Read more