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performance

The Power of Feeling Secure at Work

December 22, 2024

Ever thought about what it's like to work in a place where you can be yourself and share your ideas without fear? That's what organizations strive for with something called Perception of Psychological Safety (PPS). The problem is, there aren't many ways to accurately measure it. So, researchers took

health

Fueling Up for Long Workouts: How Carbs Keep You Going Strong

December 22, 2024

Ever wondered how to maintain your power during long workouts? A study found that consuming carbohydrates during prolonged exercise can help you keep up your performance, especially when switching from moderate to heavy intensity. Researchers wanted to see if carb loading during workouts would affec

science

Video Games and Cognitive Skills: Beyond Teenage Years

December 22, 2024

A recent study looked into how playing video games, especially those with action-based mechanics, can boost cognitive performance. Researchers wondered if these benefits were due to inherent differences in cognitive skills from earlier in life. They used data from a study called CATSLife, involving

sports

Curry's Eye Test: Is the Warriors Star Hiding Injuries?

December 22, 2024

Golden State Warriors' star Steph Curry had a rough night against the Memphis Grizzlies, scoring only two points. This poor performance has raised concerns about his health. Monte Poole, a Bay Area sports journalist, believes that Curry might be playing through injuries, particularly knee issues. Cu

sports

Arsenal's January Plans: Patience Over Panic?

December 21, 2024

Arsenal is having a great start to the season but doesn't have any concrete plans for new players in January, according to Fabrizio Romano. The team is doing well in the Premier League and Champions League, but there's still room for improvement. Mikel Arteta wants to strengthen the squad, but he's

sports

Running Faster: Do You Need Speedier Feet?

December 21, 2024

Ever been told to push off faster when sprinting? Turns out, that's solid advice. Recent research shows that the speed of your foot when it hits the ground (called "negative foot speed") really matters. This study used tiny sensors called IMUs, strapped to runners' shoes, to track how foot speed aff

science

Powering Up: How a Unique Solar Radiation Prediction Model Outsmarts the Competition

December 21, 2024

As the world grapples with an energy crisis, predicting solar radiation (SR) accurately has become crucial for harnessing renewable energy. Machine Learning (ML) models have stepped up to tackle this challenge with impressive results. One such model, called the Cheetah Optimizer-Random Forest (CO-RF

entertainment

Sonic 3's Big Preview Night, Mufasa's Decent Start

December 20, 2024

Last night, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 zoomed ahead with a impressive $6. 5 million in previews. Disney's Mufasa also did well, pulling in $3. 3 million. These numbers are the highest ever for a Sonic movie, beating the previous installment's $5 million Thursday night previews and overall $6. 25 million.

sports

Schröder's Warriors Debut: A Bumpy Start Amid Bigger Issues

December 20, 2024

Dennis Schröder's first game with the Golden State Warriors was a tough one. He scored his first points with a mid-range shot, but the team was already down 8-0. By the end of the first quarter, Schröder had missed all his shots, and the Warriors were behind by 22 points against the Memphis Grizzlie

sports

Broncos vs. Chargers: A Battle for Playoff Position

December 20, 2024

Tonight, the Denver Broncos face off against the Los Angeles Chargers in a crucial Thursday Night Football game. The winner will have a better shot at securing second place in the AFC West and a smoother path to the playoffs. The Chargers are under pressure, as a loss could dash their playoff hopes.