Imagine turning an old audio cable into a data transmission line that stretches over 143 kilometers. That's exactly what two hackers achieved recently. At a tech gathering in Germany, one hacker showed how to extend Toslink optical audio cables way past their usual 10-meter limit. Another hacker, ju
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, schools in Saudi Arabia had to shut down. Students started learning from home, which lasted for a couple of years. This change was massive, and it had a big impact on kids' mental health. This study looks into how kids and teens handled the switch to online cl
At CES 2025, JBL unveiled a bunch of new audio gadgets, but one pair of headphones really stood out: the Tour One M3. Unlike other high-end headphones from brands like Sony, Bose, and Apple, the Tour One M3 comes with a handy accessory called the JBL Smart Tx audio transmitter. This little gadget le
In an extraordinary meeting last Tuesday, Richland County School District One board members took a significant step. They voted to ask the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) for a comprehensive forensic audit of the district. This was the first gathering of the year for the newly elected
Health information wrapped in entertainment, or infotainment, is a popular way to spread health messages. But how effective is it? A study looked at 215, 020 comments from viewers of the health-themed animation "Cells at Work" on Bilibili. com. The findings were interesting: people didn't seem to ch
Have you ever thought about how your beliefs can affect your mental health? A recent study in Saudi Arabia looked into this very topic. They focused on patients who are undergoing hemodialysis, a common treatment for kidney failure. The researchers wanted to know how strong religious beliefs might h
Ensuring all mothers receive fair treatment during childbirth is crucial. One way to achieve this is by using standardized guidelines, like those for starting labor artificially. These guidelines can help reduce differences in care based on race. Research shows that using these guidelines can make b
You might think you can judge a movie by its trailer, but don't be so sure. The 2024 remake of "Speak No Evil" is a perfect example of why you should keep an open mind. When the trailer dropped, it looked like a shot-for-shot copy of the original Danish film, and it even gave away major spoilers. Bu
Personalized medicine is all about tailoring treatments to each patient's unique needs. But how well do clinicians in Saudi Arabia understand and use genetic testing? This study, spread across the country, aimed to find out. It asked doctors to fill out a questionnaire online about their thoughts an
As the year comes to a close, many might think 2024 was a dull year for movies due to production delays in 2023. But look closer, and you'll find a treasure trove of independent and international films that made a splash. Sure, big-budget hits like "Gladiator II" and "Wicked" didn't live up to expec
