Today, some famous people are celebrating their birthdays. Among them are Colin Morgan, Eden Riegel, Morris Chestnut, and Frank Langella. Happy Birthday to all! If you want to make a difference, look for unique and innovative ways to contribute to a cause. Surround yourself with people who think out
In a surprising move, North Carolina's outgoing governor, Roy Cooper, made a significant change in 15 death row inmates' sentences. Instead of facing execution, these inmates will now spend the rest of their lives in prison without parole. This decision came after Cooper reviewed each case with care
In the heart of Los Angeles, a curious collision occurred on December 27. A self-driving robotaxi from Waymo and a sidewalk delivery bot from Serve Robotics unexpectedly met at an intersection in West Hollywood. A video posted online shows the Serve bot trying to cross the street and make its way on
Have you ever wondered how some sea creatures light up the dark ocean? Let's talk about the European brittle star, which has a unique trick up its sleeve—or rather, at the tips of its arms. These arms glow a soft blue, but how do they manage that? The answer is a chemical called coelenterazine. Here
Did you know that European pond turtles (Emys orbicularis) are under threat? These long-living turtles aren't having much luck with their babies due to high predation. Scientists decided to study how different habitats and predators in near-natural marshes around Lake Balaton in Hungary impact turtl
Think about the humble stationary bike. It's been around for ages in rehab centers. But these days, they're getting smarter thanks to tech like AI and robotics. This shift brings up a big question: are these clever cycles really upping the game for patients? Doctors and experts dug deep into this to
Traffic forecasting on freeways has long relied on deep learning models, especially graph neural networks that blend graph theory with deep learning. These models are great at learning complex time and space patterns. However, traditional graph convolutional networks (GCNs) sometimes struggle with l
Scientists are exploring a new angle in the mystery of brain diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. These diseases often show up late in life and cause problems with how your brain works. Both diseases have something in common: they cause your brain to get inflamed. So far, some studies have hi
Imagine losing your leg above the knee and needing a prosthetic. Traditional knees aren't perfect. They might be heavy, stiff, or uncomfortable. Scientists thought soft materials could help, but they're often too flexible to work well. So, what's the solution? Meet the new origami-inspired pros
Hailey Bieber decided to address the constant chatter about her marriage to Justin Bieber. She took to Instagram, sharing a TikTok video with a straightforward message. Instead of letting rumors and gossip cloud her marriage, she chose to speak up. The video was a clear signal that she's not here fo
