A new clinical guideline released by the Alzheimer’s Association has introduced a system for clinicians to choose blood-based biomarkers (BBMs) to aid in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The evidence-based guidelines recommend using BBMs with ≥ 90% sensitivity and specificity as a substitute for amyloid PET or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) biomarker testing. Tests with … Read more
Nintendo is increasing the prices of its original “family of systems and products,” including the first-generation Nintendo Switch, Switch OLED, Switch Lite, and certain accessories. The price hike will take effect this weekend. The new prices for the original Switch consoles are not yet confirmed, but a brief listing on Target’s website showed a $40 … Read more
Caffeine pouches have become increasingly popular among US teenagers, who use them to get an energy boost. The small, tea bag-like pouches are placed between the lips and gums, delivering caffeine directly into the bloodstream. Some social media influencers recommend these products to gym-goers for better performance and students for improved concentration during exams. However, … Read more
Samsung’s latest foldables, including the Galaxy Z Fold 7, have made a strong statement in the market with their bold new designs and impressive camera capabilities. According to the company, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, its thinnest foldable yet, has racked up more preorders than any previous Z Fold device in US history. The phone’s … Read more
The National Football League (NFL) is on the verge of selling its significant media assets to ESPN in exchange for an equity stake in the sports network. According to AP sources, a multibillion-dollar deal could be finalized next week, giving the NFL ownership in ESPN. The proposed move comes as ESPN prepares to launch its … Read more
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its latest employment numbers on Friday, showing a disappointing 73,000 jobs added in July, below expectations. The previous reports from May and June were also revised downward, indicating 258,000 fewer jobs than initially thought. President Trump fired BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer, deeming her an “untrustworthy Biden appointee” who … Read more
Dallas Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons has submitted a request to be traded from the team. In a social media post on Friday, Parsons explained that he no longer wants to play for the Cowboys due to contract negotiations. Parsons had been with the team since 2021 and had become a key player in his … Read more
Electronic Arts (EA) has announced the release date of its highly anticipated “Battlefield 6” game as October 10. The move comes after Take-Two Interactive’s Rockstar shifted the previously scheduled launch window to next May. According to EA Entertainment president Laura Miele, the company worked closely with its team to avoid distractions and focus on delivering … Read more
Wisconsin-based news publication BizTimes.com has temporarily restricted access to its website for users in certain regions. The move, part of the company’s regional access policy, aims to ensure fair distribution of content across different areas. Those who encounter this restriction can reach out to BizTimes.com’s customer support team at [email protected]. They will be able to … Read more
SpaceX successfully launched 19 Starlink satellites on Thursday from the company’s West Coast launch site in California. The rocket, a Falcon 9 booster, lifted off at 11:32:09 a.m. PDT and was followed by the deployment of its payloads. The mission, dubbed Starlink 13-4, included one of SpaceX’s fleet-leading boosters that had previously made 26 flights. … Read more