Uber is making a big move to become a super app, much like Amazon. This means it wants to be your go-to platform for lots of different services, not just rides. Think of it as a one-stop shop for your daily needs. This shift is part of Uber's plan to keep customers coming back and spending more. Uber is launching its first Uber One Member Days. This event is similar...
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) is a genetic condition that can cause a range of health issues, including epilepsy, learning difficulties, and autism. It is caused by changes in the TSC1 or TSC2 genes, which lead to problems in the mTOR pathway. This pathway is crucial for cell growth and survival. When it is not working properly, it can result in various health pro...
In the heart of Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo is battling a major health crisis. It is one of eight countries that together account for two-thirds of the world's tuberculosis (TB) cases. This is a serious problem, especially since many people in Congo struggle to get proper healthcare and TB treatments. So, what do they do? They turn to nature. They use pl...
Tuberculosis, or TB, is a sneaky disease. It can hide in the body, making it tough to spot. Doctors often use sputum cultures to find TB bacteria. But sometimes, these tests come up empty, even when TB is present. This is where things get tricky. New, super-sensitive tests like GeneXpert MTB/RIF Ultra can pick up TB DNA in sputum samples that cultures miss. But what ...
TB is a big problem in South Asia, especially in India and Pakistan. These two countries have a lot of TB cases. But, they need to work together more to fight it. This is because TB doesn't care about borders. It spreads easily between countries. So, India and Pakistan need to join forces to tackle this issue. There are a few big challenges they face. One is multidr...
The Federal Trade Commission has taken a stand against Uber, claiming the company has been charging customers for its Uber One subscription service without their explicit permission. This legal action comes after the FTC has been pushing for easier cancellation processes for subscription services. The FTC's new "click to cancel" rule, set to take effect in May 2024, ...
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took a significant step by filing a lawsuit against Uber. The issue? Uber's subscription service, Uber One. The FTC claims that Uber has been misleading customers about the benefits and costs of this service. They also argue that Uber makes it too hard for users to cancel their subscriptions and charges users without their explicit ...
Rice is a staple food for many people around the world. But, it faces a big problem. Cadmium and arsenic in the soil can harm rice plants. These harmful substances can get into the rice roots and make the plant sick. This is a serious issue because rice is a major source of food for many. So, finding a way to protect rice from these toxins is crucial. Organosilicon ...
Uber has shared a list of the most unusual items left behind in their rides over the past year. This list includes everything from medical supplies to costume accessories and even personal documents. The data also shows that New York City tops the chart as the most forgetful city. It's easy to overlook personal belongings when in a rush, but it happens more often tha...
TB, or tuberculosis, is a serious bacterial infection that spreads easily and is a major global health problem. It is a leading cause of death. The usual ways to spot TB have big problems. They are often complicated, expensive, and not very good at picking up the disease early. This is where electrochemiluminescence, or ECL, comes in. ECL is a fancy way of turning el...