Ever wondered who might be the next big users of AI speakers? Researchers used machine learning to find out! They looked at data from a 2019 survey by the Korea Broadcasting and Advertising Corporation, involving 3, 922 people. Using techniques like decision trees and support vector machines, they d
In the ventral intraparietal area (VIP) of the brain, neurons fire in complex patterns that change over space and time. This makes it tough to figure out where an animal is headed just from these neural signals. Collecting enough data to decode this information is tricky, so scientists need a smart
You might think extreme temperatures are just uncomfortable, but they can be deadly for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A deep dive into research shows that both scorching heat and freezing cold can make COPD worse. It's not just about the weather, though. Some people with
In a significant move, Montana's highest court has backed a lower court decision that the state must consider the impact of greenhouse gases when approving oil, gas, and coal projects. This landmark ruling, supported by a 6-1 vote, asserts that Montana residents have a constitutional right to a clea
George Santos, formerly a New York politician now embroiled in fraud allegations, has taken a surprising new direction by launching a podcast called "Pants on Fire. " He introduced this project at a recent event in Manhattan. Interestingly, his co-host is Naja Hall, a well-known media personality wh
When kids get really sick and need to stay in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), it's worse if they catch infections or other complications at the hospital. These hospital-acquired complications (HACs) can make them stay longer and need more help breathing, which isn't good for their health o
A 22-year-old Michigander named Mack Davis from Owosso recently pleaded guilty to planning a hate-driven mass shooting aimed at LGBTQ+ spots. He targeted a political party office and a nearby bar, both places he linked to the LGBTQ+ community. Davis gathered an arsenal of weapons, ammunition, tactic
Several programs try to reduce incorrect antibiotic prescriptions, but we need proof they work to make future efforts better. Researchers decided to test two methods in primary care: a feedback visit and a clinical decision support system. The feedback visit involved experts meeting with doctors to
This week, NXT took center stage in Lowell, Massachusetts, with two big title matches on the cards. First up, the tag team champs, Fraxiom, pulled off a surprise win, even after one member, Axiom, lost earlier in the night. Their teamwork always manages to turn things around! Later, the main event
David Murphy, a beloved figure from the hit reality show "90 Day Fiancé, " has sadly left us at the age of 66. His family announced his passing on Wednesday via his Instagram page, sharing that he died peacefully at home in Las Vegas, Nevada, after battling health issues for several years. David wa
