The brain's health is deeply tied to the quality of sleep one gets. Recent findings show that not getting enough deep sleep or REM sleep can lead to shrinking in key brain areas. These areas are the first to be affected by Alzheimer’s disease. The study looked at 270 people over many years. It found
OLED TVs are popular for their stunning picture quality, but they come with some challenges. Humidity is a big one. These TVs use organic light-emitting diodes, which don't like moisture. High humidity can speed up the degradation of these diodes, shortening the TV's lifespan. If you live in a humid
Death is a tough topic. It is a part of life that many people avoid thinking about. For nurses, it is a reality they face often. Yet, nursing education often misses the mark when it comes to preparing nurses for this aspect of their job. Most of the focus is on how nurses handle dying patients.
Ontario, Canada, has seen a rise in large, intricate networks. These networks tackle tricky health and social issues. They have a strong, centralised leadership group. This group is known as a network administrative organisation or NAO. The NAO and its member networks grow together. They shape each
In many Sub-Saharan African cities, urban flooding is a major concern. This issue is made worse by rapid urban growth and climate change. The existing drainage systems in these cities often struggle to handle heavy rainfall. One key factor that makes this problem even worse is the buildup of sedimen
Tesla's strong position in the American-made car market is a big deal right now. The company has been leading the pack in the American-Made Index since 2021. This index looks at where cars are put together, where parts come from, and how many American workers are involved in making them. Tesla score
The safety of filmmakers is under the spotlight after a disturbing event. A group of prominent actors have publicly criticized the Academy's response to the alleged assault and arrest of Hamdan Ballal. This is the Palestinian filmmaker who, along with others, won an Oscar for co-directing "No Othe
The Mediterranean region is no stranger to intense weather events. In September 2023, Storm Daniel, a tropical-like cyclone, swept through Libya, leaving a trail of destruction. The storm's heavy rainfall was the final straw for two dams in Derna, leading to their collapse and a devastating flood. O
Researchers have been exploring the use of Aluminum/Scandium (Al/Sc) multilayers for optical applications in the extreme ultraviolet (EUV) range. These multilayers are particularly useful for wavelengths longer than the Sc M2, 3 absorption edge. One key challenge is improving the interface quality
In the fast-paced world of cancer treatment, digital remote monitoring (DRM) has emerged as a game-changer. It helps doctors keep an eye on patients from afar, making cancer care more efficient. But here is the twist: the success of DRM heavily relies on nurse navigators (NNs). These professionals a
