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Jan 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Android 16: Is a Vertical Volume Slider the New Normal?

Ever wished your Android device's volume slider looked a bit more modern? Android 16 might just be answering that wish! The latest developer preview showed off a new look for volume controls. Instead of the usual horizontal bar, Google is switching to a vertical slider. One side is dark, and the oth

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Jan 14 2025SCIENCE

Microbes Under Pressure: New Findings from the Theobald Smith Society

In November 2024, Rutgers University-New Brunswick hosted the fall meeting of the Theobald Smith Society. Eighty-six members from New Jersey attended, including students, teachers, and professionals from government and industry. This event showcased the wide range of research done by members of the

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Why Some People's Brains Tell Them to Keep Eating

Ever wonder why some people have a harder time stopping themselves from eating? Well, it might have something to do with the way their brains get signals about hunger and fullness. Scientists studied what happens when changes, called variants, occur in a protein called MRAP2. This protein helps guid

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Peficitinib: A New Hope for Rare Joint Tumors

Imagine a tough, benign tumor that grows in your joints and often comes back even after surgery. That's diffuse-type tenosynovial giant cell tumor (dTGCT) for you. Scientists are on a mission to find better drugs to treat this sneaky tumor. They've been looking at a signaling pathway called JAK/STAT

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Jan 14 2025POLITICS

Senator Fights to Catch COVID Loan Fraudsters

A top senator recently received a warning from a government watchdog about a worrying increase in defaults on COVID-era loans. The watchdog, Brian Miller, highlighted that these loan programs have reported losses of over $1 billion as of November 2024. These numbers have been growing since debtors s

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Jan 14 2025SCIENCE

Discovering Cell-Based Sensors for EGF Detection

Ever wondered how scientists keep an eye on cellular interactions? One fascinating approach involves using live cells as tiny detectors. Epidermal growth factor (EGF) plays a serious role in cancer development, so tracking its activity is crucial. Traditional lab methods have drawbacks, but now, the

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Texas Leads Business Bankruptcies, Houston Court Rebounds Post-Scandal

In 2024, Texas emerged as the top state for business bankruptcies in the U. S. Surprisingly, Houston saw a dip in filings due to a scandal at the courthouse. The Southern District of Texas, known for its intricate bankruptcy cases, experienced a drop in filings after a judge stepped down. However, i

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Jan 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Era for Warriors: The Thrill of Battle and Friendship

"Dynasty Warriors Origins" is a fresh take on tactical warfare. The game revolves around a mysterious figure who befriends heroes from all sides of a grand war, creating a unique blend of action and bonding moments. Battles are filled with intense combat, but they also include relaxing intervals whe

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Sleep Better, Live Better: How AutoSleep Makes a Difference

Ever wondered how good sleep can change your life? Well, that's where AutoSleep comes in. This awesome app knows that it's not just about the eight hours of sleep you get. It’s also about the quality and patterns of your sleep. With some seriously smart analytics, AutoSleep digs deep into your sleep

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Boston Hospitals' Expansion: A Double-Edged Sword

Boston's MGH and Brigham and Women's hospitals are growing, adding new buildings and acquiring smaller hospitals. This growth isn't cheap. The massive $1. 9 billion expansion project on Cambridge Street is proof of that. But what's the cost to patients? With more market power, these big hospitals ca

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