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WoW's 20th Birthday: A Look Back and Forward

November 23, 2024

Twenty years ago, Blizzard Entertainment launched "World of Warcraft" (WoW) and revolutionized the gaming industry. This massive multiplayer online game has since attracted over 240 million players worldwide. Holly Longdale, WoW's executive producer, emphasizes that WoW is more than just a game; it'

health

Recycling Chicken Livers to Combat Diabetes

November 22, 2024

Did you know that thousands of tons of chicken livers are tossed out every year in countries like Taiwan? This is because people find them smelly and worry about health issues. But scientists have found a creative way to turn these leftovers into something useful – a special liquid called chicken-li

sports

Workout Equalizers: How We Measure Exercise Intensity

November 21, 2024

Ever wondered how to gauge the effort you put into your resistance training? Two common methods take the spotlight: counting the total weight lifted or tracking sets until failure. Both methods aim to balance the "dose" of exercise between sessions. But, which method truly captures the intensity of

technology

Discovering Versatile Language Models: The Domain-General Lottery

November 20, 2024

Ever thought about how language models learn from multiple domains? Well, turns out, not all parameters in these models behave the same way. Some act differently depending on the domain, while others stay consistent. This can lead to both strengths and weaknesses. Imagine you're trying to build a l

environment

Greening Giant Economies: How Tech and Smart Cities Cut Emissions

November 20, 2024

Big countries face a tricky balance: they need to grow and produce more, but they also need to keep their environment clean. A recent study looked at how industrial production, green energy, new tech, energy efficiency, and city growth affect carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the top ten industriali

entertainment

Pac-Man Fun Comes to Life in Tokyo: A Web3 Adventure!

November 20, 2024

Get ready for a super fun and interactive event in Tokyo! Web3 platform Flickplay has teamed up with the creators of Pac-Man, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and the City of Shibuya. The action starts at the DIG SHIBUYA 2025 Festival from February 8 to 11, 2025. This isn't just any event—it blends digit

health

Navigating Challenges in Public Health Communication: A Peek Into Nigeria's COVID-19 and Immunization Efforts

November 20, 2024

When it comes to public health, the goal is clear: change behaviors, spread awareness, and improve health outcomes. This is where program communication comes in, and it has three key parts: advocacy, social mobilization, and communication. Advocacy is about getting politicians on board and making su

entertainment

Jamie Foxx Opens Up About 2023 Health Scare and Gives Thanks on Instagram

November 19, 2024

In November 2024, actor Jamie Foxx took to Instagram to share his gratitude for a second chance at life. This comes after a mysterious illness put him in the hospital in 2023. Fans have been concerned about Foxx's health, especially after rumors linked his hospitalization to his friend, hip-hop mogu

health

Helping Teens with CP Walk Better: The Power of Personalized Biofeedback

November 19, 2024

Ever wondered how teens with cerebral palsy (CP) can improve their walking? Enter biofeedback, a clever tool that uses sounds, sights, or feelings to help them walk better. Not all teens respond the same way, though. Some get better right away, while others take time. Why? Because they need to remem

weather

Weather Woes: Tropical Depression Sara Hits Belize & Honduras

November 18, 2024

Imagine waking up to find your home flooded, again. That's what residents in Belize and Honduras faced when Tropical Storm Sara hit. After pounding Honduras' northern coast for days, Sara weakened to a tropical depression upon reaching Belize. Experts warned of heavy rain causing flash flooding and