Daniel Naroditsky was a star in the chess world. He was known for his skills and his fun online presence. He could play chess blindfolded, which is really hard to do. People loved watching him play and learn from him. Sadly, he passed away in October 2025 at just 29 years old. This was a shock to ma
In 2025, families in the U. S. are feeling the pinch as health insurance premiums hit nearly $27, 000 a year. This is a 6% jump from the previous year, mainly due to the rising costs of prescription drugs, especially those for weight loss. Workers are now paying an average of $6, 850 towards these p
In the digital age, patient portals have become a go-to tool for managing health care, offering everything from test results to virtual doctor visits. Yet, for over 25 million Americans who speak little English, these portals can be a roadblock rather than a resource. A recent study from the Univers
In the upcoming election for the Thompson School District Board of Education, candidates are highlighting different issues they believe are crucial for the district. One major concern is the drop in student numbers, which puts pressure on the district to maintain quality education with fewer resourc
Crypto's end-of-year outlook is looking pretty good, but there are some things to watch out for. After a big drop on October 10th, things have calmed down a bit. The drop happened because too many people were borrowing too much money, and when some exchanges had to close out trades, it made things w
Western Carolina's quarterback, Taron Dickens, showcased his prowess on the field, throwing for an impressive 369 yards and five touchdowns. This stellar performance led his team to a narrow 45-38 victory over The Citadel, witnessed by a crowd of 9, 151 at Johnson Hagood Stadium on October 18. Dick
Ken Griffin, the big boss of Citadel, recently shared his thoughts on AI at a big finance conference. While many on Wall Street are excited about using AI to pick stocks, Griffin isn't convinced it's the magic solution. He said AI can help with some tasks, but it's not great at finding those specia
People with psychosis often struggle to organize their thoughts and words. This can make it hard for them to communicate clearly. Traditionally, doctors have used interviews and questionnaires to measure this. But now, there's a new way to look at it: using computers to analyze language. Researcher
On Tuesday night, the ballroom of Dancing with the Stars transformed into the world of Oz, with dancers taking on the challenge of performing to songs from the popular musical Wicked. The guest judge for the evening was Jon M. Chu, the director of the Wicked movies, who brought a fresh perspective t
Chess is more than just a game; it's a battle of wits that can stir up a lot of stress and anxiety. This is especially true for those competing in the Chess Olympiad, a major international event. While yoga is known for helping people manage stress, its effects on chess players haven't been studied
