Last week, the Canadian competition regulator delivered a strong message to Google, accusing the tech giant of using its size to push competitors out of the online advertising market. This isn't the first time Google has faced such allegations; similar issues are being discussed in the U. S. The reg
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is still a big deal for retailers. They see it as a way to bring people into stores and kick off the holiday shopping season. This year, with fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, stores are eager for Black Friday to succeed. Emily Phillips, a Texas
Did you ever think your body has a tiny reporter named FGF21? This protein keeps an eye on your fat tissue and liver. When you're obese, your body makes more FGF21, like a warning that things aren't right. But, after special surgery, FGF21 levels drop. Why? Because the surgery helps your fat tissue
Are you dealing with knee pain? You might have heard about platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a nifty treatment gaining traction in the medical world. PRP is like a supercharged version of your own blood, packed with more platelets than usual. These platelets are little helpers that promote healing and reg
Microsoft is the latest big tech company to find itself in the crosshairs of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The agency has been looking into Microsoft's cloud and software businesses, particularly how the company bundles its services. This isn't the first time Microsoft has faced such scrutiny.
Did you ever notice parents in other countries sometimes get a bit rough with their kids? This is happening all over the world, and it can cause long-term harm. Experts are working hard to find better ways to teach parents how to handle things without force. They have looked at many studies to figur
Ever heard of blood pressure variability (BPV)? It's the ups and downs your blood pressure goes through daily. But how does this affect stroke patients who receive clot-busting treatment, also known as intravenous thrombolysis (IVT)? Not much is known about this, so a study was done to find out. Th
Last week, a weird smell and droplets were found on the International Space Station (ISS) after opening a Russian supply ship. NASA astronaut Don Pettit compared the smell to spray paint. The crew quickly closed the hatch and checked the air. Luckily, the air quality returned to normal the next day.
Three politicians from Massachusetts have asked the Pentagon’s top boss to think about grounding the military’s V-22 Ospreys until safety issues are fixed. These planes, which can fly like both a helicopter and an airplane, have been involved in over 21 major crashes. Many of these accidents are lin
High blood pressure is a big deal. It can lead to serious health issues. But taking those pills to lower it isn't always easy, especially when you mix and match them. This study is all about coming up with a new way to see how well people are following their free-dose antihypertensive meds. They use
