A recent cyberattack on the Ascension health system operating in 19 states across the U.S. has resulted in chaos and disruption. Some of its 140 hospitals were forced to divert ambulances, patients had to postpone medical tests, and online access to patient records was blocked. Ascension detected “unusual activity” on its computer network systems, prompting
Plastic pollution has become a global crisis, with minuscule fragments finding their way into our bodies through various means. While we may be aware of the plastic we consume through food and drink, what many do not realize is that we are also inhaling plastic particles on a daily basis. Recent studies have revealed that
The restaurant industry has been experiencing a significant slowdown, with sales slumping and traffic declining as customers reduce their spending. However, fast-casual chains like Chipotle Mexican Grill, Wingstop, and Sweetgreen are defying this trend by reporting strong sales this quarter. These chains have seen higher traffic growth than any other dining sector from November to
Samsung has announced that the Galaxy S21 series, along with the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable phones, will be receiving the One UI 6.1 update. However, unlike newer models, these older handsets will only have access to two new Galaxy AI features. This limited functionality is a stark contrast to
The Sea Rangers Service, a social enterprise aimed at training young people to protect the ocean, has recently expanded to the UK. Originating from The Netherlands in 2016, the program now operates in Port Talbot. The main goal of the initiative is to restore one million hectares of ocean biodiversity by 2040, while also providing
China’s consumer prices rose for a third straight month in April, indicating a positive shift in domestic demand. This rise in consumer prices comes after a series of policy support measures implemented by Beijing to stabilize the economy. The increase in consumer prices, which edged up 0.3% in April from a year earlier, suggests a
In a recent exclusive announcement, it has been revealed that Lauren Graham and Aisling Franciosi have been added to the cast of the upcoming movie ‘Twinless’, produced by Three Point Capital and David Permut Productions. This dynamic duo will be starring alongside previously announced actors Dylan O’Brien and James Sweeney in what promises to be
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a hot topic in the field of healthcare and has the potential to significantly impact clinical practice in neurology. While some may fear that AI will replace the role of physicians, Christian Camargo, MD, of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, believes that AI should be seen as a
OpenAI is set to unveil its latest artificial intelligence-powered search product, stepping up its competition with tech giant Google. This move comes as OpenAI aims to establish itself as a key player in the AI search market. The announcement, scheduled for Monday, is seen as a strategic move to challenge Google’s dominance in the space.
Moderna recently announced that the approval of its vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been delayed until the end of May. This delay was attributed to “administrative constraints” within the agency, which were not related to any safety, efficacy, or quality issues with the vaccine itself. The
