People's eyes tend to move toward certain spots when learning new tasks. These spots can be important for getting information or for getting rewards. Researchers wanted to see how well people could guess if they would succeed or fail at a task. They also wanted to see if this guess would change where people looked. In an experiment, people threw balls at targets. Af...
Wearable tech like smartwatches and fitness trackers are getting smarter. They can now track health patterns more accurately than before. A recent study shows that these devices can predict health conditions by analyzing daily activities like movement, sleep, and exercise. This is a big deal because it means we can detect health issues early. The study used data fro...
So, Massachusetts is in for a weather rollercoaster. It's been hot, but not for long. A cold front is on its way, and it's going to change things up. This front is expected to bring storms on Tuesday. And it's not just any storm. With high humidity, these storms could dump a lot of rain, leading to localized flooding. So, be ready for that. The storms are expected t...
Japan is no stranger to earthquakes, but recent tremors have sparked quite a stir. Over 1, 000 quakes have shaken the Kagoshima prefecture in just two weeks. The strongest so far was a 5. 5-magnitude quake near Kyushu island. This has led to some people getting worried and even evacuating. Rumors are flying around, thanks to a comic book from 1999. It's been re-rele...
The eastern United States is about to face a significant heat wave. It will start this weekend and last into next week. The National Weather Service has labeled it "the first major heat wave of the season. " This means temperatures will be much higher than usual, especially in the Plains. They could be 25-35 degrees above average. The Rockies and Plains might see rec...
Yoga might just be the secret weapon for tackling chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). A recent study dug deep into how yoga can influence this condition. The research used a powerful tool called the Multi-Layer Perceptron Classifier (MLPC). This tool is like a smart detective, sifting through loads of data. The data included personal details, the severity of CVI case...
The weather is set to take a dramatic turn this afternoon. Expect partly cloudy skies with showers and thunderstorms that could escalate into severe conditions. Wind speeds could reach up to 80 miles per hour, and hail up to 3 inches in diameter is possible. While the risk of flooding and tornadoes is low, it's not completely off the table. Temperatures will hover in...
MMA fans are buzzing with anticipation for the UFC Atlanta event, where Kamaru Usman is set to make his long-awaited return to the octagon. Usman, a former welterweight champion, has been out of action for a significant period. For those keeping track, it's been 602 days since his last fight, 819 days since he last competed in the welterweight division, and 1, 316 da...
The 2025 NBA Draft is shaping up to be a puzzle. Beyond the top two picks, Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper, the landscape gets murky. Experts agree that this draft class is light on potential stars and heavy on role players, especially in the lottery and late first-round picks. The mid-to-late lottery picks don't show the same promise as in previous years. The differen...
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 is all set to start soon. The tech giant is expected to unveil significant changes to its operating systems. However, one analyst believes that Apple will not show off any groundbreaking AI technology at this event. Instead, the company might focus on how its existing strengths can enhance user experiences. ...