Diagnosing deception: How doctors solved a woman’s dramatically faked condition
The woman said she had a rare, serious condition, but the details didn't add up. Enlarge / A health care worker in a medical intensive care unit. (credit: Getty | BSIP) Diagnosing medical conditions is not easy. Patients.....»»
Mystery of curling paper solved
Although mankind has been using paper for at least 2,000 years, it still presents us with one or two mysteries. For example, it was previously unknown why paper printed on one side using inkjet printing starts to curl up after a few hours to days, ev.....»»
Fossils of giant sea lizard with dagger-like teeth show how our oceans have fundamentally changed since the dinosaur era
Paleontologists have discovered a strange new species of marine lizard with dagger-like teeth that lived near the end of the age of dinosaurs. Their findings, published in Cretaceous Research, show a dramatically different ocean ecosystem to what we.....»»
Netflix"s "Chicken Nugget" trailer has to be seen to be believed
Netflix has released the trailer for 'Chicken Nugget' and it simply must be seen to be believed. If you didn't wake up today thinking you needed a series about a woman who suddenly becomes a chicken nugget in your life, we're here to surprise y.....»»
Get an open box Asus ROG Ally for nearly $200 off at Best Buy
Best Buy shoppers can save $196 off sticker price on an open box Asus ROG Ally gaming handheld device as of Feb. 29. SAVE $196: As of Feb. 29, get an open box Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming system in excellent condition for just $503.99. That's.....»»
Doctors prescribing app, with walking steps targets for patients
A pilot scheme is effectively seeing doctors prescribe an app – specifically one which measures the number of steps patients walk, with each person being prescribed a personal target. At the end of the ‘prescription’ period, the results are.....»»
Research finds that neutering Rottweilers may affect their lifespan
Owners of a popular dog breed are being encouraged to keep their pet pooch in tip-top condition after a James Cook University study found that Rottweilers could suffer from reduced lifespan after being neutered......»»
You probably haven’t seen this underrated 2004 thriller. Here’s why you should watch it now
Nicole Kidman plays a woman with a very strange dilemma in an oddball 2004 thriller that deserves a second look......»»
Researchers create method to detect cases of anemia in archaeological remains
Diagnosing anemia in living people is typically a matter of a routine blood test. Retrospectively diagnosing anemia in people who died decades or even centuries ago is much more challenging since there is no blood left to test......»»
"Artificial tongue" detects and inactivates common mouth bacteria
From the fuzzy feeling on your teeth to the unfortunate condition of halitosis, bacteria shape mouth health. When dental illnesses take hold, diagnosis and treatment are necessary, but identifying the microorganisms behind an infection can be a lengt.....»»
A problem or an opportunity? App-based work separates and isolates workers from their colleagues
Feeling hungry, you reach for the phone in your pocket. A few taps later, your meal is delivered to your doorstep. Problem solved: you're no longer hungry. It's so quick and easy it almost feels like magic. But what actually occurs when we place our.....»»
New OWC Atlas card reader moves data just as fast as Thunderbolt
The new OWC Atlas CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card Reader can dramatically speed up data transfer times for photographers and other professionals.New OWC Atlas card readerWith a data transfer speed limited only by Thunderbolt, the OWC Atlas CFexpress Card R.....»»
After heavy storms, Death Valley is now open to kayakers: The return of ghostly Lake Manly
Storms pummeling Southern California have dramatically transformed Death Valley National Park, doubling the size of a vast temporary lake that is even visible to orbiting spacecraft......»»
Zombie deer disease is spreading and scientists are concerned that it could jump to humans
In the tranquil expanses of North America's woodlands and grasslands, a silent but concerning phenomenon is unfolding: chronic wasting disease (CWD). The condition, often dubbed "zombie deer disease", is stealthily spreading among deer populations, s.....»»
Acid attacks are a form of violence against women—the law needs to treat them as such, researcher says
At the end of January, a 31-year-old woman and her daughters suffered horrifying injuries after being assaulted with an alkaline corrosive substance in London. Sadly, acid attacks like this are not isolated incidents. Over the last 15 years, they hav.....»»
First state-level look at long COVID reveals the seven hardest-hit states
New England and the Pacific tended to have lower rates of long COVID. Enlarge / A woman with Long COVID who is completely bedridden, requiring the use of a wheelchair to move between rooms of her home. (credit: Getty | Rhiannon.....»»
USPTO says AI models can’t hold patents
Inventors must be human, but there's still a condition where AI can officially help. Enlarge On Tuesday, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published guidance on inventorship for AI-assisted invention.....»»
"The Sims 4" adds vitiligo in free update
"The Sims 4" has released a new update adding vitiligo to its character creator, partnering with Winnie Harlow for the launch. The Sims 4 is adding vitiligo in a free update, allowing players to create Sims with the skin condition. The new patc.....»»
refurbished MacBook Air with a case for $248
Save 64% on a MacBook Air 2015, refurbished and in good condition. TL;DR: As of February 15, get this refurbished 2015 MacBook Air for only $247.99 — that's 64% off.These days, no matter who you are, you need a computer to function effici.....»»
Space surgery: Doctors on ground operate robot on ISS for first time
Earth-bound surgeons remotely controlled a small robot aboard the International Space Station over the weekend, conducting the first-ever such surgery in orbit—albeit on rubber bands......»»
US says AI models can’t hold patents
Inventors must be human, but there's still a condition where AI can officially help. Enlarge On Tuesday, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published guidance on inventorship for AI-assisted invention.....»»