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
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
Mel Brooks, the comedy legend, is about to hit the big 100. He has been talking about his life and work for almost 80 years. So, when Judd Apatow, a friend and filmmaker, asked him to do a documentary, Brooks was not so sure. He wondered why he should spend his time on this. Apatow had a good reaso
Plants have clever ways to protect themselves. When bacteria attack, they make special chemicals called hydroxycinnamoyl tyramine conjugates. These chemicals can hurt the bacteria, strengthen the plant's walls, and send signals to prepare for more stress. Scientists wanted to understand how these c
Stroke survivors often struggle with movement. Traditional rehab tools are big and need experts. This is a problem. A new idea uses small, skin-friendly patches. These patches stick to joints and muscles. They track hand and finger movements. The patches send out tiny electrical signals. These signa
Nordik Chiropractic in Jupiter, Florida, is making waves with its patient-focused approach to chiropractic care. Patients rave about the personalized attention they receive, with many highlighting the clinic's clear communication and noticeable health improvements. This has solidified Nordik Chiropr
The AFC Championship game is set between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos. This is the sixth time these teams meet in the playoffs. The Broncos have the upper hand historically, winning four out of the five previous matchups. However, the Patriots have never won a playoff game in Denv
Mayo Clinic hit a new high in 2025 with 2, 065 organ transplants. This beats their old record from 2024 by 59 transplants. The clinics in Minnesota, Arizona, and Florida all worked together to make this happen. This big number shows how far organ transplant tech has come. New research and tools hav
China's hospitals are quickly adopting online doctor visits. But patients aren't using them as much as expected. This is surprising. China is known for its tech-savvy population. So, why the slow uptake? Online doctor visits offer many benefits. They save time and reduce travel. But many patients s
Stefon Diggs, the star receiver for the New England Patriots, has seen a recent legal issue come to a close. Aileen Lopera, known as Lord Gisselle, decided to drop her paternity and child support case against Diggs. This decision came after she filed the necessary paperwork to dismiss the case witho
