US authorities are currently investigating Meta over its potential involvement in facilitating the illicit sale of medications on its social media platforms. According to The Wall Street Journal, prosecutors in Virginia are delving into whether Meta’s platforms are being used to promote and profit from the illegal sale of drugs. The investigation has led to
The issue of ice melting, particularly in Greenland, has become a growing concern due to the impacts of climate change. As images of polar bears on melting ice blocks flood our screens, it is evident that the consequences extend far beyond just the loss of ice. Recent research has shed light on the impact of
In today’s modern society, technological advancements have created a sedentary lifestyle for many individuals. Whether it’s spending hours in front of a computer at work or lounging in front of a TV at home, people are sitting for long periods without realizing the detrimental effects on their health. Research from the University of California, San
Fatal crashes involving partially automated driving systems have once again captured the attention of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The recent incident in San Antonio, Texas, where a Ford electric vehicle collided with a Honda CR-V, resulting in the death of the CR-V driver, has sparked investigations into the role of advanced driver assistance
When it comes to insects, they are usually viewed as pests that intrude on our picnics. However, in certain parts of the world, these insects are not only consumed but are considered delicacies. Ants, for example, can be roasted whole for a snack or ground up to add a unique flavor to various dishes. In
The increase in deaths linked to the commonly prescribed anxiety drug, pregabalin, is a cause for concern. The number of deaths connected to pregabalin in England and Wales more than doubled from 187 in 2018 to 441 in 2022. Recent press reports have drawn a comparison to a “US-style opioid epidemic,” but this may be
People suffering from voice disorders due to various conditions like pathological vocal cord issues or laryngeal surgeries face immense challenges in communicating verbally. However, a groundbreaking invention by a team of UCLA engineers may soon change the game for these individuals. The innovative device, detailed in the journal Nature Communications, is a small, soft, thin,
US prosecutors have requested a court sentence of 40 to 50 years of imprisonment for Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced CEO of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange platform. The court documents revealed that Bankman-Fried was found guilty of seven counts, including fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering. His defense team had asked for a lighter sentence of around
Reddit’s recent disclosure of the Federal Trade Commission’s inquiry into the platform’s practices regarding the sale, licensing, or sharing of user posts and content for AI training has raised concerns among users and industry experts. The FTC’s interest in this area reflects the growing importance of data privacy and the ethical use of user data
The recent decision by the Minneapolis City Council to implement a new ordinance aimed at increasing wages for app-based drivers has caused a ripple effect in the gig economy sector. The ordinance mandates that ride-hailing companies pay drivers a minimum of $15.57 per hour, equivalent to the local minimum wage. This move has been applauded
Boeing, a well-known aeronautics giant, recently issued a warning to airlines operating its 787 Dreamliner model regarding the inspection of certain switches in the cockpit. This warning came after a LATAM plane bound for New Zealand experienced a severe drop mid-flight, resulting in injuries to multiple passengers. This incident has raised concerns about the safety
When it comes to nutrition advice, we often hear about the benefits of eating an apple a day. However, recent research has shed light on the potential advantages of chewing sugar-free gum for overall health. While apples are indeed nutritious, studies have failed to establish a direct link between apple consumption and reduced doctor visits.
Water managers have long relied on snowpacks as a crucial source of water for various purposes, such as drinking and irrigation. However, the precise measurement of how much water is stored in snowpacks and for how long has been a challenge. Recent research conducted by the Oregon State University College of Engineering has introduced a
Flexible sensors have seen significant advancements in the past ten years, allowing them to possess a wide array of sensing capabilities. However, one of the major challenges that researchers face is measuring complex deformation that arises from forces or strains coming from multiple axes. The lack of independent perception of multi-axial stimuli poses a significant
A recent study published in the Journal of Remote Sensing introduced a groundbreaking approach to estimating solar radiation components. Researchers utilized data augmentation in combination with the LightGBM machine learning model to predict both diffuse and direct solar radiation. By leveraging sunshine duration data obtained from a large number of weather stations across China, the
