In China, people who have had strokes often find it hard to join in with daily life. This is called social participation. It means taking part in activities that matter, like talking with friends or going to work. But what makes it tough for them? And what helps them stay connected? Researchers loo
Nipah virus is a rare but dangerous illness. It usually starts in animals, like fruit bats, and can jump to humans. The death rate is high, between 40% to 75%, but it doesn't spread easily from person to person. This makes outbreaks smaller and more contained. The virus was first found in Malaysia
Health authorities in Asia are boosting their defenses after Nipah virus cases surfaced in India. This rare but dangerous virus, which jumps from animals to humans, has infected five people in the southwestern state of Kerala. While Indian officials say the outbreak is contained to two districts, ne
Older adults often need a little extra help to stay active and engaged, especially when their abilities start to decline. That's where socially interactive agents (SIAs) come in. These are like friendly robots or smart devices that chat, play games, or just keep someone company. But how well do they
Samsung's Exynos 2600 chipset introduced a game-changing feature called Heat Pass Block (HPB) technology. This tech acts like a tiny heatsink, helping the chip stay cool and perform better for longer. Now, other Android chipmakers are eyeing this innovation to boost their own products. Qualcomm's u
Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Senate, is making a strong case to undo recent budget cuts and even boost funding for key programs. He shared his plans at a recent event hosted by the Center for American Progress. Schumer's focus is on reversing the cuts made by the Department of Government
A high-ranking official at a prestigious Chicago school has decided to step down. This comes after a disturbing incident where students were caught practicing a song linked to Nazi history. The school's head, Dr. Thomas Hagerman, announced his resignation in mid-January. He cited health concerns as
Bucha, a city that has seen its share of hardship, is now facing a new challenge: the brutal winter. The cold is not just a weather condition; it's a weapon. Russia's attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure have left many places, including Bucha, in the dark and the cold. The city's mayor, Anato
The Senate Banking Committee had big plans to vote on a major crypto law, but things didn't go as expected. The CLARITY Act, which aims to set rules for the crypto market, was supposed to be voted on, but it got delayed. Why? Well, some big names in the crypto world pulled their support, and there w
In the world of digital money, Bitcoin is expected to have a good year in 2026. A well-known expert thinks it will end the year higher than it started. But, will it reach the huge $150, 000 mark? That's still up in the air. The expert also sees big changes in the crypto world. They think prediction
