Asia-Pacific markets are poised for a varied start to the day as investors eagerly await China’s trade data for July. Economists surveyed by Reuters anticipate a sharper decline in exports for July, with a projected slump of 12.5% compared to the previous month’s 12.4% drop. The outcome of this data will likely influence market sentiment
Binaural beats, a popular form of brain stimulation, have long been hailed as the key to improving cognitive performance and enhancing focus. However, a new study conducted by Michał Klichowski and his team at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poland suggests that these beats may actually hinder learning rather than improve it. The researchers tested 920
In a groundbreaking move, PayPal, the esteemed payments giant, has announced the launch of its very own US dollar stablecoin. This momentous step has solidified PayPal as the first major financial technology firm to fully embrace digital currencies for payments and transfers. While stablecoins have existed for several years, they have struggled to gain traction
The quest for a reliable kicker continues for the Dallas Cowboys as coach Mike McCarthy announced the release of Tristan Vizcaino, bringing a new twist to the ongoing competition. With Vizcaino’s departure, Brandon Aubrey remains the sole kicker on the 90-man roster. However, the team may choose to add another kickersoon, or they might wait
The sports trading card industry has recently become a battleground for two major players, Fanatics and Panini. These industry giants have found themselves entangled in a legal battle, each filing lawsuits against the other. Panini kicked off the clash by filing an antitrust lawsuit against Fanatics, accusing them of engaging in “calculated, intentional, anticompetitive conduct”
Boeing, one of the leading aerospace companies, announced on Monday its goal to be ready to fly NASA astronauts with its Starliner capsule for the first time by March. This timeline adjustment comes after a launch delay earlier this year. During a press conference, Mark Nappi, the Vice President and Starliner Manager at Boeing, stated
Asylum seekers who did not board the Bibby Stockholm barge on Monday have been given until today to reconsider their decision. If they fail to do so, their government support will be cancelled. The UK Home Office sent a letter to those who declined the offer, stating that failing to take up suitable accommodation without
A large retrospective cohort study conducted by researchers from Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut, has shed light on the significant risk of overdiagnosis among older women who are screened for breast cancer. According to the study, approximately 31% of breast cancers among women aged 70 to 74 were potentially overdiagnosed. This percentage
Chris Robinson is not your typical director. With a body of work that defies genre and pushes boundaries, he has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the film industry. As the founder of Robot Film Company, Robinson and his production team are known for their acclaimed storytelling centered around black voices
In recent years, there has been a growing discussion about the effectiveness of implicit bias training in changing the mindset of individuals with deeply ingrained discriminatory beliefs. While some argue that these courses can have a transformative impact, Marilyn Singleton, MD, a Los Angeles-based anesthesiologist, begs to differ. According to Dr. Singleton, taking a mere