Winter in Minnesota can feel endless, with long, chilly nights driving many indoors. It's no surprise that around 38. 5% of Minnesotans start feeling lonely during these months. But there's a way to beat the winter blues: Social-ICE, Rochester's premier winter event. This year, Social-ICE is happen
Virtual reality (VR) is becoming a big deal in many areas, especially in helping people recover from brain injuries. But there's a catch: some people feel sick when using VR. This is called cybersickness (CS). It's important to measure CS to make sure VR is safe for patients. A recent study looked
A heated argument erupted between DJ Akademiks and Summyah, focusing on claims about her relationship with rapper Trippie Redd. Akademiks suggested that Summyah is part of what he calls "escort culture, " implying she receives benefits in exchange for favors. He believes her denials are dishonest an
Charley Hull, a well-known golfer, recently shared details about her past life with her ex-husband, Ozzie Smith, and her struggles with ADHD. She revealed that Smith is a Romani gypsy, and during their marriage, she lived in a caravan but did not travel around. Hull mentioned that she learned some R
People love watching dark stuff on TV. It's everywhere, from news to shows. But why? Maybe it's because it feels exciting. We might not see real violence often, but we see it all the time on screens. And it's not just violence. Lying, stealing, and being mean are also common themes. News often focu
Indonesia has made a bold move by temporarily blocking access to Elon Musk's Grok chatbot. This decision came after concerns were raised about the AI tool generating and spreading sexually explicit content. The country is known for its strict rules against obscene material online, and this action hi
Australia is facing a massive challenge with wildfires that are spreading rapidly in the southeast. These fires have been burning for days, destroying homes, and causing power outages for thousands of people. The situation is so severe that authorities warn it will take weeks to get them under contr
Rhea Seehorn, known for her role in "Better Call Saul, " recently shared how she landed the lead in Apple TV+'s new series "Pluribus. " She admitted she joined the project without reading the script first. Her trust in the show's creator, Vince Gilligan, was the driving force behind her decision. G
Space isn't just about pretty stars and planets. It's full of potential dangers that could mess with life on Earth. But don't worry, scientists are on the lookout. They're not worried about sci-fi stuff like alien invasions. Instead, they focus on real threats that could cause big problems. Asteroi
Congress is stepping up to protect science funding. Last year, President Trump wanted to cut science funding by 22%, the biggest cut since World War II. But Congress is not letting that happen. They are working together to reverse these cuts. The Senate Appropriations Committee has released a plan.
