Attending CES 2025 in Las Vegas? Among the 2. 5 million square feet of exhibits showcasing everything from smart bird feeders to advanced prosthetics, don't miss the Variety Entertainment Summit. Happening at the Aria Resort & Casino on January 8, this is where the future of entertainment meets tech
Imagine having a digital assistant that combines a TV, a smart home controller, and a video calling device all in one. That's exactly what Amazon's Echo Show 15 (2nd Gen) aims to be. With a 15. 6-inch screen, built-in Fire TV, and improved smart home features, it wants to be the center of your conne
Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler is preparing for the biggest match of his career. He's set to face Michael van Gerwen in the final of the 2025 PDC World Championship at the Alexandra Palace. But before the big night, a TV host made some surprising comments about the 17-year-old. Adil Ray, a pre
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a surgical treatment that's been helping people with treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Even though it's pricier than other similar treatments, it's gained popularity due to its adjustable nature. This study takes a fresh look at the cost-effecti
Imagine having a stroke and then living with unbearable pain for the rest of your life. This is the reality for many people who suffer from central poststroke pain syndrome (CPSP). One method that doctors use to manage this severe pain is deep brain stimulation (DBS). But how effective is it, and wh
Mayor Adams has found a replacement for the previous hate crimes prevention chief, who was fired back in April. The new boss, Vijah Ramjattan, comes with a unique set of skills from his background in mental health and community work. With over a decade of experience in helping marginalized communiti
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, has a clear view: life on Earth has improved in many ways over the past 50 years. Things like infant deaths, global literacy, and poverty rates have all gone down. But there's a big exception: the natural world. It's been hurt by pollution and overuse. Amazon, Bezo
In Rhode Island, the Senate is undergoing significant changes. Two prominent committee chairs, Senator Alana M. DiMario and Senator Dawn Euer, are stepping down from their roles. DiMario has been a strong advocate for climate policies, while Euer has played a crucial part in judge confirmations and
Did you know that cancer is one of the world’s leading causes of death? In 2020 alone, it took nearly 10 million lives globally, and this number is expected to rise by over 60% by 2040, especially in low- and middle-income countries. One major issue is the lack of proper medical care for cancer pati
2024 was tough for Ukraine. A surprise attack in Russia's Kursk region caught the Kremlin off guard, but the war isn't going well for Ukraine. Russian forces are pushing hard in Donetsk, threatening major cities like Pokrovsk. The Ukrainian offensive in Kursk didn't go as planned. Many Ukrainians ar
