The US tariffs have been a big headache for global companies, costing them over $35 billion. But there's a silver lining: many are adjusting to the new reality and even lowering their initial cost estimates. The tariffs, which are at their highest since the 1930s, have caused a lot of uncertainty. But now, with some trade deals in place, companies are starting to se...
Cryptocurrencies have taken the world by storm. They are popular because they are transparent and secure. But they are also super unpredictable. This makes investing in them a bit of a gamble. That's where social media comes in. Platforms like Twitter and Reddit are full of chatter about cryptocurrencies. This chatter can give clues about how prices might move. A ne...
People who were conceived using donor eggs or sperm often share their experiences on YouTube. These videos can reveal a lot about how they feel about their origins. A recent study used AI to analyze the emotions in these videos. The tool, ChatGPT, looked at the language used to figure out the overall tone. The study found that the feelings expressed were mixed. Some...
People are increasingly sharing their health journeys on social media. A recent study looked at how patients discuss total ankle replacements on Facebook and Instagram. The study found that most posts were about recovery milestones, not complications. This might give a skewed view of the procedure. The study analyzed 300 posts, split evenly between the two platforms...
Malaysia is seeing more people with long-term health issues. These problems can be avoided or controlled by making better choices. This includes not smoking, drinking less alcohol, eating well, and staying active. Social media is now a big part of sharing health tips. Doctors and health workers are using it to spread the word. But before they can give advice, they n...
Sentiment analysis is crucial for understanding what people think and feel. With social media booming, it's more important than ever to get this right. However, mixing different types of media like text and images can cause problems. The differences in how these media types are understood can lead to errors in analysis. This is where a new approach called Semantic En...
Fake news has become a major issue, causing harm to both individuals and society as a whole. With so much information circulating online, it is impossible to manually verify every piece of news. This is especially true because fake news can be cleverly disguised, making it hard to spot. Advanced language models are often used to create convincing but false reviews, w...
The Pittsburgh Steelers have always been a proud franchise, with a rich history and a loyal fanbase. So, when quarterback Aaron Rodgers took his time deciding whether to join the team, it didn't sit well with many fans. The delay created a lot of speculation and frustration. Rodgers finally spoke out about his delayed decision, citing a personal issue involving someo...
The month of March saw a notable increase in retail sales across the United States. This surge was largely due to consumers rushing to make purchases before significant tariff increases took effect. The Commerce Department reported a 1. 4% rise in retail sales from February to March, the highest monthly increase since January 2023. This jump was primarily driven by t...
The fight against opioid overdoses is seeing a glimmer of hope. After years of climbing numbers, deaths from opioid overdoses are finally dropping in the United States. This shift is partly due to the growing presence of harm reduction services. These services aim to minimize the negative effects of drug use. However, their impact is limited by poor implementation. ...