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Why Putting Up Christmas Decorations Early Makes You Happy

November 25, 2024

You might wonder why some people start decorating for Christmas before Thanksgiving. Believe it or not, there’s a good reason behind it. Psychotherapist Amy Morin explains that decorating early can boost your happiness. It reminds us of happy times and family traditions, stirring up feelings of joy

science

The TESLA Detective: Unraveling High-Energy Particle Collisions

November 25, 2024

Imagine you're a detective, and your job is to solve mysteries of the smallest particles in the universe. That's what scientists are doing with the TESLA collider and its special detective tool, a new high-energy e+e- annihilation detector. This isn't your typical detective work; we're talking about

entertainment

Director Wants Loud ‘Wicked’ Movie Experience

November 24, 2024

The director of the ‘Wicked’ movie, Jon M. Chu, has a simple request for theatergoers: crank up the volume! On the film’s opening night, he shared on X (formerly Twitter) that the ideal audio level should be set to a 7. Chu, who has seen a few screenings, noticed that many theaters play it at around

technology

Dell's XPS 13 (2024): Powerful and Portable, but Room for Improvement

November 24, 2024

Dell has recently launched the new XPS 13 (2024) model, and its lightweight design, thanks to Intel's Lunar Lake processor, is truly impressive. However, not everything about this laptop is flawless. For instance, typing can feel a bit awkward due to the peculiar keyboard and touchpad layout. Despi

health

Detecting Xylazine in Urine and Food: A New Way with Antibodies

November 24, 2024

Xylazine, often found in illegal opioids and used as a vet sedative, is a dangerous substance. It’s linked to drug crimes and health risks, even appearing in food samples. Scientists found a quick way to spot it using antibodies. They designed four new haptens, like tiny signals for the antibodies t

technology

Designing Medications with AI: Meet Chemistry42

November 22, 2024

Ever wondered how scientists come up with new medicines? Enter Chemistry42, a smart software platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to design new molecules with specific properties. This isn't your average software; it's part of a bigger drug discovery toolkit called Pharma. ai by Insilico

health

The Hidden Power of UI Design in Fighting AI Bias

November 21, 2024

Ever thought about how the way we interact with AI can affect its decisions? turns out, it's a big deal, especially in healthcare. User interface (UI) design plays a crucial role in mitigating bias in AI-based clinical decision support (CDS). Imagine this: a doctor is using an AI tool to diagnose a

opinion

Heritage Rules: A Burden or Benefit?

November 21, 2024

You might think that having a historic home is a great thing, but for some, it comes with a big price tag. The City of Kingston is considering forcing owners of old buildings to keep their homes looking a certain way, even if they don't want to. This can cost a lot of money and might not be what the

technology

Android 16 Updates Wi-Fi QR Sharing with a Stylish Touch

November 20, 2024

In Android 16 Developer Preview 1, the Wi-Fi QR code sharing menu has been given a fresh look. This change aims to make it easier to connect devices using visuals that are more in line with Material You design principles. Instead of the usual square QR code, you'll now see a uniquely shaped one, fol

health

Keeping Bulimia in Check: Can Apps Really Help After Therapy?

November 19, 2024

When people finish therapy for bulimia-spectrum eating disorders, like bulimia nervosa, they often struggle to keep up the skills they learned. Despite going through an intense treatment called CBT-E, many see their condition worsen again. This is a big problem, and one possible solution is using di