Night boosts winning odds. Tim Hortons’ Roll up the Rim contest, a fixture since 1985, remained unchanged for 25 years until 2020. The shift to digital due to the pandemic altered the game. Entries, acquired through purchases, transitioned to the loyalty app for later use, turning into "digital rolls" in the renamed contest, Roll...
Credit: Nerwsnation New research from UC San Francisco and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health highlights a widening gender gap in life expectancy in the United States. This trend, present for over a decade, grew notably due to factors like the COVID-19 pandemic and the opioid crisis. Published in JAMA Internal Medicine on November...
Willow Bark. Credit: joybileefarm. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on global health and society, researchers are actively seeking new antiviral medications to prevent the recurrence of such crises. Surprisingly, a promising solution has emerged from an unexpected source – willow bark. Drawing Inspiration from Nature While "drug discovery" often evokes images of cutting-edge laboratories and...
Credit: Pixaobay Bird populations in North America are rapidly decreasing. Climate change, among various factors affecting these birds, plays a noteworthy role, often interacting with other stressors like habitat loss. Researchers from the University of California, Davis, discovered that extreme temperatures affect avian reproduction differently based on the bird's habitat. Published in the journal Science, the...
While the XB-1 prototype won't be known for its silence, it will rely on the tried-and-true GE J85-15 military engines, which date back to the 1950s for their reliability and ease of maintenance. However, the testing of this aircraft will take place in the open expanses of the California desert, where noise levels won't...
Credit: Unsplash. When you feel unwell and consult a doctor, you may undergo various tests to determine the cause of your symptoms. However, the accuracy of diagnostic tests is not always straightforward, and understanding their limitations is crucial. Few medical tests can claim absolute accuracy. Human beings exhibit inherent variability, which can affect test outcomes. Moreover, many...
Credit: Pixaobay Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, when false information thrived on the internet, several platforms introduced measures and strategies to counteract the dissemination of misinformation. Did these initiatives prove effective? According to a study published in Science Advances, Facebook, the world's largest social media platform, did not effectively combat COVID-19 vaccine misinformation through its policies. The...
Credit: Pixaobay A puzzling trend emerges in research on women's well-being. Despite enjoying increased freedom and job prospects, women are experiencing elevated levels of anxiety and facing a greater prevalence of mental health issues, including depression, anger, loneliness, and disrupted sleep. This pattern transcends national boundaries and applies to various age demographics. A recent survey conducted...
appsdevpro.com Mobile apps are essential for businesses to stay competitive, meeting customer demands for convenience and speed. The industry is driven by trends like increased smartphone usage, app downloads, and user engagement. Let's explore these trends. The upcoming collection of significant trends in mobile technology, outlined below, holds value for business operators and mobile software developers...
siliconrepublic.com Merely a decade ago, few machines could consistently offer language or image recognition. Presently, machines have surpassed human performance in numerous tasks. Recent months have showcased advancements in AI skills that have surprised skeptics, referred to by some as a "golden decade." Moving into 2023 and beyond, we anticipate further emergence of such...
