Repetition is a peculiar phenomenon in the realm of human cognition. One of the most well-known examples of this is déjà vu, where we experience a strange sensation of familiarity in a situation we believe to be novel. However, recent research has shed light on the underlying mechanisms of how our memory system works. Déjà
Delta Air Lines recently revealed that last month’s CrowdStrike outage caused them a staggering $550 million in losses. The financial repercussions include a $380 million revenue hit in the current quarter due to canceled flights and customer compensation. Additionally, there was a $170 million expense related to the technology outage and the subsequent operational recovery.
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York recently reported that Americans now owe a record $1.14 trillion on their credit cards, with the average balance per consumer standing at $6,329. This represents a 4.8% increase year over year, according to a separate quarterly credit industryinsights report from TransUnion. It is evident that credit card debt
A recent retrospective cohort study conducted by Cindy X. Cai, MD, and colleagues at the Wilmer Eye Institute revealed a concerning trend in the severity of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RRD) among individuals with adverse social determinants of health. The study, which included 700 patients who underwent primary repair of uncomplicated RRD, found that patients living
The recent return of former Catalan separatist leader Carles Puigdemont to Spain after seven years of self-imposed exile has ignited a firestorm of controversy and chaos. Puigdemont, who fled Spain following a failed attempt to achieve Catalan independence in 2017, made a dramatic appearance in Barcelona, addressing a crowd of supporters and openly defying a
The Google Pixel 9 series has been making headlines recently with the speculation of a new weather app that is not only exclusive to the new devices but also expected to be rolled out to older Pixel models. The leaked application is now available for download as an APK, allowing users to sideload it onto
Göbekli Tepe, an ancient monument located in Türkiye, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and sophistication of our ancestors more than 10,000 years ago. This temple complex has captured the imagination of researchers and archaeologists for decades, offering a glimpse into a world long forgotten. One of the most intriguing recent discoveries at Göbekli
The Seattle Seahawks’ training camp took a tumultuous turn as at least five fights erupted during a practice session, leaving an air of tension among players and coaching staff. The intensity of the clashes reached a peak when star wide receiver DK Metcalf swung a helmet at cornerback Tre Brown, adding fuel to the already
Apple is known for its innovative products and services, and the company is now looking to capitalize on its advanced artificial intelligence features by potentially charging users up to $20 for access. Analysts have suggested that this move could help boost the growth of Apple’s lucrative services business. The Cupertino giant is set to launch
Karen’s story of picking up a brick during the 1981 riots in Liverpool showcases a stark difference in the motivations behind protests then and now. The long-standing tensions between the local police and the black community led to a series of riots back then, fueled by a desire for change. In contrast, modern-day threats from