The sound of silence is getting louder in America — and the tech world is listening. Across the country, the number of people living with some degree of hearing loss is rising, with cases expected to jump from 44 million in 2020 to more than 73 million by 2060. And the consequences stretch far beyond … Read more
With 40% of adults resolving to drink less alcohol in 2026, according to a recent survey, some may be struggling to find a healthy balance. Health experts agree that each person’s relationship with alcohol is unique, based on history, tolerance and lifestyle. Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a Pennsylvania-based oncologist and author of the new book “Eat Your Ice … Read more
Southwest Airlines flyers are getting hooked up. Starting Oct. 24, the Dallas-based carrier will offer free in-flight WiFi across its fleet, doing away with its $8-per-flight fee for internet access. There’s one small catch — you need to be a Rapid Rewards loyalty member to get free in-flight WiFi. The move is part of a … Read more
Customer disservice just won’t fly with this outraged airman. On a wing and a prayer, a United Airlines pilot did his best to appease peeved passengers who were forced to take a four-hour flight sans drinks or snacks. “We have not done you right,” confessed the captain in a viral vid, shared by content creator, Nancy Kaatz. … Read more
With the holiday season fast approaching, the White House is getting ready to deck the halls. The annual tradition of selecting the perfect Christmas tree is held through the National Christmas Tree Contest. This year’s honor was bestowed on Cartner’s Christmas Tree Farm in Newland, North Carolina. Cartner’s Christmas Tree Farm is family-owned and operated; it has … Read more
Hospitality is in the eye of the beholder. Researchers from Dicle University in Turkey revealed in a recent study that airline passengers believe they receive better customer service from attractive flight attendants. “Flight attendants with higher levels of attractiveness were found to enhance passengers’ motivation to approach, thereby improving their perceived service quality,” authors Sahap … Read more
The 76ers broadcasters ate their words Monday night. With less than a minute to go in the fourth quarter and the 76ers leading by five, NBC Philadelphia analyst Alaa Abdelnaby and play-by-play voice Kate Scott got ahead of themselves, saying how necessary it was for the 76ers to come away with a Game 2 win … Read more
We only have one pair of eyes, so it is important to keep them healthy throughout our lives. The eyes can give information about the health of the rest of the body. For example, the eyes can indicate if you have high blood pressure or diabetes. There are eye diseases, such as glaucoma, that have … Read more
This Christmas gift landed squarely in the end zone. A daughter in Mississippi brought her father to tears after surprising him with the prized football card he sold three decades earlier to provide for his young family. In a heartwarming video shared on TikTok, Lindsey Moore told her dedicated dad she had dreamed of returning … Read more
New eerie details are coming to light following the tragic death of Matthew Perry, who died of an apparent drowning incident at his California home on Saturday. He was 54. According to the Los Angeles Times, officials received a phone call reporting that the late actor was in his hot tub and not breathing. The … Read more
Want to lose weight and get fit? It could soon be as easy as sitting on the couch and stuffing your face with your favorite food. US pharmacy researchers have developed and tested a new drug that could help humans lose weight simply by convincing the body’s muscles that they are exercising. The drug — … Read more
About one in every eight women experiences symptoms of postpartum depression, also known as perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), per CDC data — and with a national shortage of mental health providers, many may find it difficult to get care. Researchers at the University of Texas are looking to bridge that gap by using artificial … Read more
This was not the standing ovation the filmmakers wanted. Jury members for the Sundance Film Festival’s U.S. Dramatic Competition walked out of the premiere of “Magazine Dreams” Friday after the festival failed to provide subtitles for deaf and hearing-impaired audiences — including judge Marlee Matlin, reports Variety. Several of the judges — including Jeremy Harris, Eliza … Read more
Gov. Kathy Hochul is being urged by black leaders to sign a bill into law to provide a controversial film tax break to the Sherri Shepherd morning talk show, which replaced the Wendy Williams show and films in New York. The unusual carve-out is being advocated by lawmakers who feel that Shepherd’s production deserves the … Read more
With student and parental concerns about college at a fever pitch, the best advice on today’s top colleges and universities may come from college students themselves. “They’re the experts of their own experiences,” said Rob Franek, lead author of the Princeton Review’s “Best 388 Colleges for 2023” (Aug. 2022, $24.99). “Things affect students academically and … Read more
She’s the full package. A mother-of-four claims she’s often told she’s too attractive to work as a delivery driver, a job she works to provide for her family. In a now-viral TikTok clip, Cass, who works as a UPS driver, responded to a comment that she’s “too pretty to work for UPS.” “I get to … Read more
Summary: Traits with the strongest Neanderthal DNA contribution were sleep patterns, smoking habits, and alcohol consumption. Source: Estonian Research Council It has been known for a long time that human brain disorders such as neurological or psychiatric diseases run in families, suggesting some heritability. In line with this hypothesis, genetic risk factors for developing these … Read more
Summary: Investigating the effects of genetic abnormalities associated with autism and human brain development, researchers found brain organoids engineered to have lower levels of the ASD-associated SHANK3 gene had distinct features including neural firing hyperactivity, disruptions in pathways that cause cells to adhere to each other, and indications of ineffective neurotransmission. Source: University of Utah … Read more
On Monday, September 19, 2022, #MeAction Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and long COVID activists protested to address the crisis in the country with post-viral diseases. For the past four decades, considerable work in laboratories around the world had occurred with ME/CFS, and there are many lessons those battling the current pandemic can learn from … Read more