Researchers at Stanford University have made a significant breakthrough in developing brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) to help people with paralysis communicate more effectively. A BCI uses tiny arrays of microelectrodes implanted in the brain’s surface layer to record neural activity patterns, which are then translated into actions such as speech or computer cursor movement. The latest … Read more
California is experiencing another record year for valley fever cases, with 6,761 reported through July, according to state health officials. This marks a significant increase over the 10-year average of 3,833 and surpasses last year’s total of 6,364. The disease, linked to drought and precipitation patterns, has seen a surge in cases in recent years. … Read more
Diplomats failed to reach consensus on the world’s first legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution after 10 days of talks in Geneva. The US and oil-producing nations opposed an ambitious deal, while states pushing for strong action expressed disappointment. The UN Environment Programme had been seeking a breakthrough on the issues of capping production, … Read more
NASA is gearing up for its third Artemis mission to the Moon’s south pole, and scientists are working on a new method to detect moonquakes along active faults in the region. These quakes occur when the Moon’s crust contracts as it cools, causing sudden movements that can damage infrastructure. Moonquakes are rare but powerful, with … Read more
Oregon’s countryside is a popular destination for tourists, with bucolic farm stands dotting the Willamette Valley and beyond. However, as crowds grow denser, some farmers are seeking to limit the impact of agri-tourism on their businesses. The proposed rule-making process aimed to regulate what can be sold at farm stands, but public outcry has put … Read more
Palantir Technologies is revolutionizing the way data is used to inform critical decisions, but its growing influence raises urgent questions about privacy, surveillance, and control. The company’s core products, Gotham and Foundry, turn scattered data into actionable intelligence by integrating datasets from incompatible sources. This enables users to see troop positions layered over satellite imagery, … Read more
The New England Patriots have mixed results from their joint practices with the Minnesota Vikings this week, but now the teams will face off in a preseason game on Saturday. The Patriots won on Wednesday, but were outmatched on offense and defense on Thursday. The starting quarterback competition is expected to be fierce, with Ben … Read more
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A special gift distribution for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet has been made available for players who attend the 2025 Pokémon World Championships in Anaheim, California. The distribution includes a unique code that can be redeemed until August 23rd. According to Serebii.net, the code is W0RLDSARM0RTA1L. Players will need to navigate to the Poké Portal, select … Read more
A groundbreaking clinical trial has demonstrated the effectiveness of a novel immunotherapy drug, 2141-V11, in treating aggressive cancers. The study, published in Cancer Cell, shows that six out of 12 patients experienced significant tumor shrinkage, with two experiencing complete remission. Researchers at Rockefeller University engineered an enhanced CD40 agonist antibody to improve efficacy and reduce … Read more