Cuba is exploring new ways to bring in foreign cash. The government is thinking about making it easier for businesses to set up shop. This includes letting them use dollars, hire their own staff, and even buy property. Right now, Cuba's economy is in rough shape. Power cuts, health scares, and a struggling currency aren't helping. Plus, many people are leaving the c...
Old Dominion University (ODU) has taken a big step forward by teaming up with Google to create MonarchSphere, an AI incubator. This isn't just about using AI; it's about building a whole new way for students and teachers to work together with businesses to tackle real-life problems. The university's president, Brian O. Hemphill, sees this as a game-changer. He belie...
Mark Cuban has some strong opinions about healthcare. He recently spent nearly an hour talking about drug prices. This was supposed to be a short chat for a podcast. But Cuban had a lot to say. He's not holding back. Cuban wants to make big changes in healthcare. He's got ideas about how to make things better. And he's not afraid to speak his mind. The talk was par...
Wifredo Lam, who lived from 1902 to 1982, is a puzzle to art historians. They struggle to fit him into neat boxes. Is he a Surrealist? A Cubist? A Latin American artist? An Afro-Asian creator? The answer is yes, no, and sometimes. Maybe he's best described as a unique visual poet. Lam's art is a wild ride. Just a quick look at the Museum of Modern Art's exhibit "Wif...
Hurricane Melissa left Cuba in a tough spot. The storm, one of the strongest to hit the Caribbean, dumped a ton of rain. This caused the Rio Cauto, Cuba's longest river, to overflow. The floodwaters cut off a major road. This road connects Havana in the west to big cities like Santiago and Guantanamo in the east. People in Rio Cauto thought the water would go down a...
Yadier Del Valle, a name that's been making waves in the UFC, has a story that's as compelling as his fights. Born in Cuba, this 29-year-old fighter has already made a mark in the world of mixed martial arts. His journey from the Caribbean island to the UFC Octagon is a testament to his determination and skill. Cuba is known for its rich athletic heritage, and Del V...
The battle against epilepsy is a lifelong one. People with this condition often need to take medication to manage their seizures. Unfortunately, the cost of these drugs has been going up over time. This is where Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company comes in. They have come up with a way to make these medications more affordable. Now, let's dive into how this could help ...
In the whirlwind of the 2024 presidential election, two unexpected figures emerged from the political dust. Stephen A. Smith and Mark Cuban, known more for their roles in sports and business, found themselves in the political spotlight. This shift began when Cuban cleared his Twitter of pro-Kamala Harris endorsements, hinting at a change in his political stance. Smit...
The world of neonatal care is constantly evolving. As medical advancements allow more premature infants to survive, the focus shifts to refining care practices. One area that needs a closer look is the use of humidity in incubators, especially for infants born before 25 weeks of gestation. While there's plenty of research on older preterm infants, the evidence for th...
A fresh video-sharing app is stepping into the spotlight. Skylight, a startup with big dreams, is ready to challenge TikTok. This new app is not just another copycat. It is built on a unique technology called AT Protocol. This same technology powers Bluesky, a social network with over 33. 8 million users. Skylight is the brainchild of Tori White and Reed Hermeyer. Th...