Not only is this an incredible feel-good story, it’s also fascinating just how far scientists have progressed at manipulating our bodies with electric signaling. “When Oskam thinks about walking, the skull implants detect electrical activity in the cortex, the outer […]
“But a new study has found that it may not be a lack of willpower, but a lack of dopamine signaling in response to nutrients – something more prevalent in adults with obesity – that encourages behaviors like high-sugar food […]
Here’s a cool new feature of Google’s mobile app. “Describing an odd mole or rash on your skin can be hard to do with words alone,” said Google in a statement. “Fortunately, there’s a new way Lens can help, with […]
This is an interesting take published in Harvard Business Review. Summary: “To understand the value of Apple’s new goggles, it’s helpful to think about how virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) correspond to two fundamental tasks in decision making. […]
From the Hacker News forum: “Ask HN: Is it just me or GPT-4’s quality has significantly deteriorated lately?” My anecdotal experience aligns with this. I’ve been especially disappointed using it for code the past month or so. ~ learn more
Actually it’s 7 charts and then a paywall, but they are interesting. One is a chart of .ai domain registrations, which went bonkers in December 2022 and has since settled way down. ~ learn more
“Like any other aesthetic choice, your tooth gems are about personal style preferences. There isn’t really much of a difference between having your ear pierced versus having a beautiful piece of jewelry on your tooth, Llewellyn said. “It’s for anyone.” ~ learn […]
Cosmonaut Oleg Artemev records a video of him floating from one end of the International Space Station to the other. It’s very calm. And also absolutely full of wires, cables, tubes and electronics. ~ watch video
“Dagashi (駄菓子) are small, inexpensive Japanese confectionery and snacks you would find in corner stores. 10 yen for an Umaibou, 30 yen for a Cabbage Tarou. It’s what you would buy on your walk back home from school and fight […]
“Interestingly, due to banking regulations, you’re not actually allowed to say This Loan Is For Young Professionals because age is a protected class. “ ~ learn more