A familiar face in Adams Morgan is stepping back from the scene. Miss Pixie’s Furnishings and Whatnot, a quirky shop full of treasures, is closing its doors for good. The owner, Pixie Windsor, is ready to enjoy her retirement and move to a quieter life on the Eastern Shore. For nearly three decades
A recent study sheds light on a condition that can lead to vision loss in certain individuals. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) happens when the fluid around the brain builds up pressure without a clear cause. This condition can be serious, as it might result in blindness if not treated pr
Meta's push into the metaverse is costing a fortune, but is it worth it? The company's Reality Labs division lost a staggering $4. 4 billion in the third quarter alone. That's a lot of money, but it's not all bad news. The division also brought in $470 million in sales, which is more than expected.
A new film is making headlines, and it's not your typical love story. "The Sleepless Girl" dives deep into the mind, exploring how grief can shape our perceptions of reality. The story kicks off with Fan, a man who wakes up with a blank slate, except for one thing: a burning desire to find a girl na
General Motors is making big changes to its electric vehicle (EV) plans. The company is cutting about 5, 500 jobs, with 1, 750 people being laid off indefinitely. This is part of a larger strategy to adjust to slower EV sales and new rules. One of the main changes is at the Factory Zero plant in De
Big companies are facing a serious problem with PFAS chemicals. These chemicals are everywhere, and they're causing a lot of trouble. The government is cracking down, and that means companies have to pay up. It's not just about cleaning up the mess. It's about money, lots of it. The government has
Ben Bader, a 25-year-old lifestyle content creator from Miami, has passed away, leaving a community in mourning. His girlfriend, Reem, shared the heartbreaking news on TikTok, expressing the profound impact of his sudden loss. She described Ben as an incredibly kind, caring, and positive person who
The New York Jets pulled off an unexpected victory against the Cincinnati Bengals, securing their first win of the season. It was a game that showcased the Jets' determination and the Bengals' inability to close out a game they should have won. The Bengals were in control for most of the match, lea
Hearing loss can be a tough challenge, especially for older adults. Kitty Grutzmacher, a retired nurse from Elgin, faced this issue for over a decade. Her hearing aids weren't cutting it anymore. She struggled to hear anything, even in quiet settings. This made her pull back from social activities.
Memory troubles? You're not alone. Scientists have found some promising ways to tackle memory loss in older brains. Researchers at Virginia Tech used gene-editing tools to study aging brains in rats. Their goal? To understand and reverse memory decline, a big issue in conditions like Alzheimer’s dis
