Imagine you're diagnosed with prostate cancer, but it's still contained within the prostate. A treatment called focal therapy using high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is gaining attention. This method targets only the cancerous tissue, leaving the rest of the prostate untouched. In a multi-cen
Have you ever wondered how professional singers judge their own voices? The Evaluation of the Ability to Sing Easily (EASE) helps them do just that. Recently, researchers set out to adapt this tool for Turkish singers. They wanted to see if the Turkish version, known as EASE-TR, could be just as eff
Today, we celebrate the birthdays of Sarah Hyland, Katherine Heigl, Colin Hanks, and Pete Best. Their zodiac signs offer some interesting insights into their personalities and possible life paths. For instance, Sarah Hyland, an Aries, is encouraged to rethink her next moves and focus her energy posi
Microsoft Flight Simulator might not be famous for its characters, but the 2024 version has introduced a new friend: Red Error Guy. He’s just a red figure holding an “ERROR” sign, but he’s become a familiar sight for players dealing with launch issues. The game’s new always-online feature has led to
In the world of AI, Salesforce and Microsoft are going head-to-head. But investors don't need to choose a favorite. Both companies are making big moves in AI, with Salesforce introducing Agentforce and Microsoft rolling out new tools at its Ignite conference. While Salesforce's CEO, Marc Benioff, ha
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, the latest in the long-running flight simulation series, has hit major turbulence. The game relies heavily on cloud servers to offer a life-sized digital twin of Earth, which was meant to avoid the huge download size of its predecessor. However, on release day, these
Ever wondered how your food choices might play a role in liver health? Scientists are digging into this mystery, focusing on something called the FIB-4 index. This is a handy tool doctors use to gauge the severity of liver fibrosis without poking or prodding. The question is, can what you eat make a
Traditional Chinese Exercise, or TCE, has been around for ages. It's often used to help people with postmenopausal osteoporosis feel better. But does it really work? Researchers decided to find out by looking at a bunch of studies all at once. This is what they call a meta-analysis. They wanted to g
Ergothioneine, often found in our diet, is a powerful sulfur-containing amino acid with strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammation properties. It's no surprise that it might help against liver fibrosis, a condition caused by chronic inflammation and oxidative stress. But how exactly does it work? Tha
Neurosurgery has always been a tough field to crack, but it seems like women are facing an extra challenge. Despite strides in gender equality across medicine, neurosurgery is playing catch-up. Let's zoom in on pediatric neurosurgery, often seen as the most welcoming for women. How has the gender ga
