Ever wondered how your brain handles learning new skills and remembering facts at the same time? Scientists dove into this mystery by studying how learning words affects the way we adapt to physical tasks. They gathered a group of 32 people and had them perform a reaching task while exposed to a fo
In Washington state, a big question is being asked: Should workers have a say in how AI is used in their jobs? Some lawmakers think they should. They want to make sure that when the government uses AI, it talks to the workers first. This is not a new idea, but it's getting more attention as AI becom
The crypto market is having a rough day. Bitcoin (BTC) is down by 3%, trading at $86, 410. 50. This drop comes after it had a brief rally earlier in the day, reaching above $93, 000. It's now at its lowest point since April. But Bitcoin isn't the only one feeling the heat. XRP (XRP-USD) has fallen b
The United States is still struggling with pregnancy health, according to a recent report. For the fourth year in a row, the country received a D+ grade. This means that one out of every 10 babies is born too early. In 2024, nearly 380, 000 babies were born prematurely. This rate is one of the highe
A heated debate is unfolding in Chicago over a proposed tax on online sports betting. The city's Mayor, Brandon Johnson, is pushing for a 10. 25% amusement tax on online sports bets. However, this idea is facing strong opposition. Thirty Illinois House Democrats have written a letter to the City Cou
Retail stocks are not all performing equally in the current economy. Some are doing well, while others are struggling. Walmart is one of the winners. It beat expectations and raised its forecast. This shows it is attracting shoppers from different income levels. Home Depot and Lowe's had mixed resu
Starting a business from scratch is tough, but turning a side hustle into a billion-dollar company? That's next-level. Steve Sonnenberg, the CEO of Awardco, did just that. His secret? He's not afraid to take risks or face setbacks. In fact, he sees them as part of the journey. "Starting is my superp
MicroRNAs, or miRNAs, are tiny but mighty players in our bodies. They can tell us a lot about diseases, but catching them is tricky. They're short, there aren't many of them, and they look similar to each other. That's where electrochemical biosensing comes in. It's like a high-tech treasure hunt fo
A recent conversation shed light on the Democratic Party's approach to healthcare during a government shutdown. Randi Weingarten, a prominent labor leader, shared her thoughts on the matter. She believes that the shutdown was a deliberate move to bring healthcare to the forefront of public discussio
The September jobs report, delayed by the government shutdown, is now out. It's a big deal for the Federal Reserve as they decide on interest rates. The shutdown, the longest ever, held up many important reports. Some won't even come out until after the Fed's decision. The Fed has other data to loo
