Hearing loss is a common issue as people age, but modern technology is making it easier to address. Bill Schiff-Miller, founder of Akoya, has seen firsthand how hearing technology has evolved over the past 50 years. He believes that hearing aids are just one part of the solution and that people shou
Ever wonder how the brain handles signs and words at the same time? A recent study dug into this, focusing on how learning sign language affects the way we use spoken language. The experiment involved hearing people who don't usually use sign language. They were taught some signs from Catalan Sign L
AI is changing the job market fast. Amazon plans to cut 14, 000 corporate jobs soon. Chegg Inc. is also letting go of nearly half its staff. They say AI is the reason. But not all jobs are at risk. Some industries will feel the impact more than others. Experts compare AI to a student with all the ol
In China, hospitals are starting to see how digital health tools can help patients. But there's a problem. Not all patients are on the same page when it comes to using these tools. Some know about them, some want to use them, and some are already using them. This is what experts call the digital div
Amy Schumer is sharing a big update about her health and how she's feeling. She recently posted some photos on Instagram, looking stylish in a black and white Valentino dress. But it's not just about the outfit; she's also talking about how good she feels inside. Schumer, who is 44, said she's feel
A recent study sheds light on a condition that can lead to vision loss in certain individuals. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) happens when the fluid around the brain builds up pressure without a clear cause. This condition can be serious, as it might result in blindness if not treated pr
Meta's push into the metaverse is costing a fortune, but is it worth it? The company's Reality Labs division lost a staggering $4. 4 billion in the third quarter alone. That's a lot of money, but it's not all bad news. The division also brought in $470 million in sales, which is more than expected.
A new film is making headlines, and it's not your typical love story. "The Sleepless Girl" dives deep into the mind, exploring how grief can shape our perceptions of reality. The story kicks off with Fan, a man who wakes up with a blank slate, except for one thing: a burning desire to find a girl na
The planet is getting hotter, and people are paying the price. Over the past few decades, the number of deaths caused by extreme heat has shot up by 23%. That means around 546, 000 people die each year because of it. And it's not just heat; wildfire smoke is also taking a toll. In 2024 alone, 154, 0
Niwot's cross country teams are no strangers to victory. The boys' team and standout runner Addy Ritzenhein are aiming to secure their third consecutive state titles this weekend. The boys are ranked number one in the country, and their recent performance at the regional meet was nearly flawless, wi
