Older adults, especially those over 65, are major users of healthcare and social services. Surprisingly, many tools designed to assess quality and economic impact haven't been properly tested with this age group. Enter cognitive interviews – a crucial method for validating these tools. This review l
Imagine you've just had an amputation. Measuring the volume and shape of your residual limb is crucial for a well-fitting prosthetic socket and overall health. Traditional tools can be inconsistent, but here’s where smartphones come in. Modern cameras in smartphones can capture similar results to ex
A series of Israeli airstrikes in the northern Gaza region on Saturday left at least 200 people dead, according to local health officials. This tragedy occurred as the United Nations announced a pause in aid deliveries through the main crossing point between Israel and Gaza, due to the theft of seve
Starting next month, Southwest Airlines is raising the altitude at which flight attendants begin preparing the cabin for landing. From Dec. 4, they will start this process at 18, 000 feet (5, 486 meters) instead of the usual 10, 000 feet (3, 048 meters). The reason? To lower the chances of in-flight
Ever dreamed of having a powerful gaming laptop that fits right into your backpack? The Asus Zephyrus G14 is your answer. With a compact 14-inch screen, it's incredibly portable. But don't underestimate its size; this laptop packs a serious punch. It's powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 processor and an Nvid
Imagine you're trying to figure out how different cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Ripple move together. You look at their prices from January 2016 to December 2021, including the crazy time of the crypto crash and the pandemic. You use a special tool called the Generalized Aut
Biomass burning organic aerosol, or BBOA, is a big deal when it comes to air pollution. It's made when stuff like trees and plants burn, and it plays a big role in how our climate and health are affected. The key here is how sticky and gooey this aerosol is, and whether it's one big blob or a few se
Did you know that China's factory profits took a nosedive last month? Yep, they dropped by 10% compared to the same time last year. And guess what? This is the second month in a row that factory profits have taken a hit. In September, they plummeted by a whopping 27. 1%, the biggest drop since the s
Israel's Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, sparked a discussion by proposing that Israel should control the Gaza Strip. This idea was presented after a recent conflict with Hamas. Smotrich believes that the Israeli Defense Forces should manage Gaza's civilian affairs to keep the region secure and
Did you know that humans are pretty good at making decisions in complex situations? We don't always aim for the best solution; sometimes, we just look for something good enough, especially when we're short on time or resources. This is called satisficing. Robots, on the other hand, often struggle wi
