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
In today's fast-paced world, getting packages to customers quickly and safely is a big challenge. One major hurdle? Getting into gated communities or secure buildings. Without the right access, delivery drivers often can't complete their tasks on time. This is where new technology comes in. A recen
In a bold move, former US President Donald Trump has taken legal action against JPMorgan Chase and its CEO, Jamie Dimon, demanding a hefty sum of $5 billion. The lawsuit, filed by Trump's legal representative, Alejandro Brito, claims that JPMorgan ended its banking services with Trump following the
MrBeast, the popular YouTuber, made a big splash with his burger business. He teamed up with Virtual Dining Concepts (VDC) to launch MrBeast Burger in 2020. Thanks to his huge fan base, the brand quickly grew to over 1, 000 locations. But success didn't last long. Customers started complaining about
A big winter storm is heading towards the US. It could cause serious problems. Power grids might go down. Travel could become dangerous. Because of this, FEMA has decided to stop laying off workers. This is interesting because the current administration has been cutting jobs at federal agencies. The
South Carolina is getting ready for a big ice storm this weekend. The Department of Transportation (DOT) is taking action to keep roads safe. They are spreading salt on highways to prevent ice from building up. In some areas, ice could be half an inch thick. Even though driving is risky, treating ro
Winter weather is on its way, and it's not just about shivering in the cold. Emergency teams are getting ready, especially in areas far from the coast. While places like Charleston might not see much action, inland counties such as Orangeburg and Colleton could feel the brunt of it. This isn't your
Barbara Brock, a science teacher at High Springs Community School, was awarded the Teacher of the Year title for Alachua County. This honor came after a long journey in education, starting in 2003. Brock was one of three finalists, competing with Robert Ryan McNickle from Buchholz High School and Ka
William & Mary has just opened a shiny new building for science and tech students. It's called the Integrated Science Center 4, and it's part of a bigger plan to boost research and learning. The building is a big deal because it's the first new school in 50 years! The new building is home to comput
Fortnite's recent collaboration with South Park brought back memories of a canceled game from 2005. This game, inspired by GTA, was supposed to let players roam around South Park, complete missions, and even engage in multiplayer activities like racing and snowball fights. It reminded many of "The S
