Sorting and recycling trash is a big deal for saving resources and cleaning up the environment. Plastic waste is a key part of this process, and we're getting better at finding it by using more than one type of image. For a long time, we've used only one type of image to spot plastic waste. Now, we
Lyle and Erik Menendez appeared in a recent hearing via audio, as their elderly aunts urged a judge to consider resentencing them for the 1989 murders of their parents. Judge Michael Jesic delayed the decision until January 30, noting he needed more time to review the case files and give the new dis
Surgery can be scary, especially when it comes to managing pain afterward. Many people worry about becoming dependent on opioids, which are often prescribed after surgery. But what if there was a way to handle pain without these strong drugs? Researchers are working on just that: opioid-free surgery
Have you ever wondered how hypertension affects elderly men and women differently in rural areas? It's a complex issue, and researchers are trying to shed some light on it. They're looking at physical, mental, and cognitive health problems, and how they show up in men and women over 60 who have high
Chronic musculoskeletal pain is a global issue, affecting many people long-term. One common treatment is IMPT, which involves various experts and methods. But not everyone sees the same benefits. Some people experience significant relief from pain, fatigue, and disability, while others don't. Resear
Hip fractures can have a big impact on a person's health and how they live their life. Even with treatment, many patients, especially older ones, still face serious problems like repeat fractures and even death. So, it's really important to figure out what factors play a big role in how a person doe
After Donald Trump’s election victory, bankers like Jamie Dimon from JPMorgan Chase are thrilled. Dimon, speaking at the APEC CEO Summit in Peru, said bankers are “dancing in the street” because they expect President-elect Trump to ease regulations that have been tough on them. One big issue is the
Seimone Augustus, a WNBA legend with four championships and eight All-Star appearances, was once touted as the next Michael Jordan. But it wasn't the comparison to the basketball great that brought her the most joy. In a recent podcast, Augustus revealed that the real fulfillment came from unexpecte
Imagine walking in the park or roaming around your neighborhood. Did you know it could boost your creativity? Prior studies suggest that free walking enhances creative thinking. But does this really involve both body and mind together? And more importantly, can older adults benefit from this too? L
Dominique Dawes, a three-time Olympian, is full of praise for Simone Biles. Dawes, who was part of the famous 'Magnificent Seven' that won gold in 1996, sees Biles as a trailblazer for speaking openly about mental health. Back in Dawes' time, it was unheard of to discuss mental struggles in gymnasti
