Hey, everyone! Tomorrow is election day for the December ballot. There's a lot to vote on, so let's break it down. In East Baton Rouge, there's a big deal about a 2% sales tax. It's not new, but it might move from the parish to the City of St. George. That could mean about $50 million for city serv
Hey, it's your birthday! You might not realize it, but you're in a great spot to make things happen. Don't let negative thoughts hold you back. Instead, focus on what makes you feel alive and turn it into something that can earn you money. This year, expect to grow and gain confidence, which will br
Did you know that shedding a few pounds might also lighten your healthcare bills? Researchers found that people who lost just 5% of their body weight spent less on healthcare. This is big news for new weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. These meds can help people lose weight, which could mean
Macy’s might be in a pickle, but some investors think there's gold in them thar hills – or rather, in their real estate. Activist investment firm Barington Capital and private equity firm Thor Equities have a wild idea: shut down Macy's shops and sell everything off, including their prized real esta
Ever thought about using hospital equipment to cook dinner? That's exactly what some clever minds are exploring. The holiday season brings unique challenges for hospital staff, particularly those working night shifts. Balancing work duties with creating a festive Christmas meal can be tough. But wha
In the world of biosensing, enzymes often struggle with stability and efficiency. They can easily break down, and the substances they work on may decompose before the job is done. Scientists have found a clever way to fix this by trapping two essential enzymes, glucose oxidase and horseradish peroxi
Imagine you're a doctor trying to diagnose a young, previously healthy adult with strange symptoms like swollen lymph nodes and inflammation. This could be a sign of something called Castleman disease, a rare condition where the immune system goes haywire. One type, called idiopathic multicentric Ca
In a surprising move, the U. S. government has given the green light for advanced AI chips to be shipped to a facility in the UAE operated by Microsoft. This export is part of a significant partnership between Microsoft and a local AI firm called G42, according to reports from Axios. The U. S. is ai
Ever wondered how much you might have to pay out of your pocket for a trip to the dermatologist? A recent study dug into this, looking at out-of-pocket costs and copays for dermatology office visits from 2020 to 2024. It turns out, the amount can vary quite a bit depending on where you live and the
Ever heard of Sony and Apple working together? Well, they might be teaming up to make something cool happen in the world of virtual reality. According to a recent report, Sony has been tinkering with its PSVR2 controllers to make them play nice with Apple’s upcoming Vision Pro VR headset. Believe it
