Fitbit's latest app update, now in public preview, brings a mix of improvements and letdowns. The AI coach, in particular, had a rocky start. On day one, it had trouble recognizing the Pixel Watch 4, confusing it with the older Pixel Watch 2. However, some fixes rolled in over the week, like better
Teen smoking is a big problem worldwide. To tackle this, researchers decided to find out what kind of anti-smoking ads actually work for Chinese teens. They used two methods: surveys and focus groups. The goal? To figure out which ads are most effective and why. First, they looked at different type
The transatlantic slave trade was a dark chapter in history. From 1450 to 1888, European nations forcibly transported 12-15 million Africans across the Atlantic. This brutal system fueled Europe's industrial growth and colonial expansion. Yet, when slavery ended, the focus was on compensating slave
Russia's attacks on Ukraine have been relentless. In October, they fired more missiles than any month since 2023. This surge in attacks has caused widespread power outages, especially in Kyiv. Alongside missiles, Russia has also been using drones extensively, launching over 5, 000 in October alone.
Crawford & Company had a pretty good third quarter. The CEO, Rohit Verma, said their earnings went up in three different parts of their business. This shows their mix of services is working well. The company is doing better because they're focusing on areas that make more money. They're also doing
The United States is cooking up a plan for Gaza. They want the United Nations to approve a two-year mission. This mission would bring in a new team to run Gaza and a group of international peacekeepers. The goal? To keep the peace and help rebuild the area. The U. S. has shared this idea with some
While the spotlight was on the governor's race in New Jersey, many local elections took place across Essex County on Tuesday. These elections were for various positions, including school boards, municipal councils, and the county clerk. The unofficial results, as reported by the Essex County Clerk's
The Maldives has set a new standard in public health with a groundbreaking law. Starting November 1, anyone born after January 1, 2007, is barred from smoking, buying, or using tobacco products. This move is part of a broader effort to create a tobacco-free generation. The Ministry of Health hailed
In a recent conversation, U. S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Mali's Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop talked about the security situation in the region. Landau praised Mali's military for their efforts against the extremist group JNIM, which has been causing trouble in the area. J
Silouan Green's life took a dramatic turn after a Marine aircraft accident left him with severe injuries and a battle with painkiller addiction. This was his rock bottom. He was young and felt his world had ended. But instead of staying down, he chose to rebuild. His first step was volunteering in p
