Music isn't just for entertainment. It might also be a powerful tool for keeping your brain sharp as you age. A recent study from Australia found that older adults who listened to music regularly had a lower chance of developing dementia. This study followed over 10, 000 adults aged 70 and older for
Selin Murat has taken over as the executive director of the IDFA Bertha Fund, stepping into a role previously held by Isabel Arrate Fernandez for 23 years. Murat, who has over 15 years of experience in the industry, finds her new position as a funder both interesting and challenging. Her first few m
A big question is out there in space. Avi Loeb, a smart scientist from Harvard, wants NASA to show pictures of a strange object called 3I/ATLAS. These pictures were taken 40 days ago by a camera on a Mars orbiter. Many people, both scientists and regular folks, are curious about this object. They wa
In a significant shift, SimpliSafe, a major player in the smart-home security market, has a new owner and a fresh leadership team. The Boston-based company is now under the wing of private equity firm GTCR, which recently completed its acquisition from Hellman & Friedman. This change brings in Hilar
Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson is trying to make his $16. 6 billion budget work by making some changes. He's facing a lot of pushback, though, and it's not clear if these changes will be enough to get the support he needs from the City Council. One of the big changes is about a tax on businesses.
Ever wondered how games can grab your attention and keep you hooked? Well, there's a new idea in town, and it's all about mimicry. This isn't just about copying moves, though. It's about creating a system that reacts to your actions, even when you're not trying to play. Imagine a game that notices y
A recent court decision has given eight Democratic-led states a green light to challenge a policy that led to the cancellation of millions in teacher-training grants. This comes despite a Supreme Court ruling that initially seemed to favor the Trump administration's move. The Trump administration h
Starbucks workers are making a bold move. They are striking on one of the busiest days of the year. This is Red Cup Day. The workers want better pay and more staff. They feel they are not being treated fairly. The union, Starbucks Workers United, is leading the charge. They have been trying to nego
The U. S. government shutdown has caused a major hiccup in the agriculture world. The USDA, usually a reliable source for crop data, has been quiet since mid-September. This silence has left farmers, traders, and analysts in the dark, especially during harvest time. Without the USDA's usual reports,
Juan Ponce Enrile, a towering figure in Philippine politics, passed away at the age of 101. His life was a whirlwind of power, controversy, and dramatic shifts. Enrile's political career spanned an impressive six decades, serving under eight different presidents, including the current one, Ferdinand
