Concussion: Myths and facts
Myth: Someone suffering a concussion should be awakened repeatedly. Fact: Sleeping is the best thing for the injured person, so do not disturb. Getting…
Month: February 2025
Maybe AI doesn’t know the best Valentine’s gift
It’s that time of year when you are supposed to get something special for your sweetie, but — here’s some advice — don’t ask AI. Several new polls show…
Planning for retirement? Here are some facts from retirees
Working part time in retirement is one way to supplement your income, and many expect to work, but statistics say don’t count on it. In fact, according to…
Homeowners face cost dilemma
Homeowners who financed during the era of low interest rates are facing an expensive dilemma, according to The Wall Street Journal. Their locked-in…
Googly eyes adorn sculptures
Some wag in Bend, Oregon, is focused on eyes, googly eyes to be exact, and he or she (or a group?) is sticking them on public sculptures. Bend is a…
Better remove those contact lenses
Doctors in the U.K. were prepping a woman for routine cataract surgery when they discovered something odd under the woman’s right upper eyelid. A contact…
Killer squirrels
An abundance of voles in California park apparently brought out the beast in ground squirrels. In the summer of 2024, students taking part in a research…
Yes, your phone is listening to you
Apple has agreed to a $95 million settlement on a lawsuit alleging that Apple used its digital assistant, Siri, to listen to users. A judge must approve…
What are you spending on your sweetie?
Some of you will spend less on your sweetie pie this Valentine’s Day, but for many the day of love still gets the financial gravy. Though the economy is…
Boom towns: The best cities to start a business
The age of remote working means that many professionals really can work from anywhere — say, a beach in Bali — but if you want to start a business,…