Space storms can cause big changes in the magnetosphere and ionosphere, leading to ground-induced currents that matter a lot for both engineering and science. Right now, we use big networks of ground magnetometers to measure this, usually set up at special observatory sites. But what if we could mak
Jim Carrey is famous for his hilarious comedies. But one movie stands out as his worst: a thriller called Dark Crimes. This movie has the rare honor of a 0% score on Rotten Tomatoes. That means not a single critic liked it. Carrey has starred in many great films, like The Mask, Dumb and Dumber, and
Ideal Power Inc. , a company dedicated to revolutionizing power switches, has shared its Q3 2024 achievements. Their star product, the B-TRAN™ bidirectional semiconductor power switch, is catching the eye of big players in electric vehicles and renewable energy. The company has been busy collaborati
Artificial intelligence (AI) is making waves in the tech world, opening up software development to people from all backgrounds. Thomas Davenport from Babson College and Ian Barkin, a venture capitalist, argue in their book All Hands on Tech that AI is democratizing tech skills. With low-code and no-
Vasectomy is a popular and reliable method of birth control. Yet, many men worry that it might affect their sex life or cause dysfunctions. Let's explore what the facts really are. First, it's important to understand what vasectomy is. It's a simple surgery that stops sperm from mixing with semen.
As the weather turns cold, the flu season kicks in, and this year, some people are wondering if cannabis could lend a helping hand. With more folks looking into natural remedies, cannabis is catching their attention. It’s all about how it’s consumed and the right amount. Smoking or vaping, while pop
Meet a 64-year-old man who had a rough time with kidney cancer. Doctors decided to remove his whole kidney through a surgery called radical nephrectomy. This guy also had type 2 diabetes and was quite overweight. After the surgery, he agreed to change his lifestyle big time. For a whole year, he fol
Let's talk about Advance Auto Parts, a big name in the auto parts world. They've got thousands of stores across the U. S. and Canada. But recently, they've made a big decision: they're shutting down a bunch of stores and distribution centers. Why? They say it's part of a strategy to make their busin
Primary spinal cord glioblastomas (GBMs) are unusual types of tumors that have unique traits compared to other spinal cord tumors and brain GBMs. Even though they aren't common, their rapid growth and tough treatment outcomes make them important to understand. This study looks into the medical and p
Rathke's cleft cysts (RCCs) can be tricky, especially when they come back after surgery. These cysts are small pockets of fluid that can form in your brain's pituitary gland. When they cause problems like headaches or vision issues, doctors often turn to surgery. But which surgery works best? A tea
