University of Notre Dame scientists discovered high PFAS concentrations in the bands of numerous smartwatches and fitness trackers, especially fluoroelastomers, whose health implications have raised alarm. Researchers at the University of Notre Dame recently discovered that many smartwatches and fitness trackers contain highly concentrated levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as “forever chemicals”….
Tufts University’s Jeffrey Foster was selected for an ACM Fellowship, with distinction, due to his extensive contribution in programming languages and software security. 2024 January 24, Medford, MA—Jeffrey Foster, chair and professor of Tufts University’s computer science department, has been elected as an Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Fellow. The recognition given to the top…
The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment reviews the impact of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act on the U.S. chemical supply chain, addressing regulatory challenges and future strategies. The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment met today to review the progress and challenges in the U.S. chemical supply chain, nearly a…
Chairman Hill endorses Acting FDIC Chairman Travis Hill’s initiatives on regulatory reform, technological innovation, and a balanced approach to banking supervision. Chairman Hill was recently quoted praising Acting Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Chairman Travis Hill for the priorities of the American banking system that the latter has recently outlined. On January 20, 2025, Travis Hill…
Jules Feiffer, a celebrated cartoonist, playwright, and screenwriter, died due to congestive heart failure on January 17, 2025, in Richfield Springs, New York, at the age of 95 years. Partly as a child prodigy in drawing, he was born on January 26, 1929, in Bronx, New York. At age 17, Feiffer spent several years working…
Simultaneously, Bob Dylan’s early drafts of “Mr. Tambourine Man”-acclaimed as one of the greatest songwriters of all time-were auctioned off for a stunning $500,000! The sale attracted music historians and collectors, an indication of Dylan’s timelessness and the weight of his work in society. This development renews Dylan’s stature as a cultural icon that bridges…
For centuries, Earth’s magnetic north pole has guided explorers, navigators, and adventurers. It’s an invisible force, yet its impact has been tangible, shaping human exploration and aiding technology like compasses and GPS systems. But in recent decades, the magnetic north pole has shown unprecedented behavior, moving rapidly across the Arctic. In a significant scientific update,…
Recently, the scientists have uncovered a secreted natural archive confined in the rings of trees and shrubs. One type of blue ring in a few plants includes records of amazingly cold summers several hundreds of years ago and can be connected to huge volcanic eruptions. These exciting new findings do not only provide with windows…
Celebrity Cruises invites visitors to participate in the design of its newest vessel, the Celebrity Xcel, as part of its “Dream Makers” campaign. Participants can affect aspects such as meals, entertainment, and décor through online surveys and events, giving the cruise experience a distinctively personalized touch. With its ground-breaking “Dream Makers” program, Celebrity Cruises is…
Beginning in 2029, Disney Cruise Line will launch smaller, more environmentally efficient ships. These ships deviate from the industry’s tendency to construct larger ships and are in line with Disney’s environmental pledge. They are intended to reach more destinations and improve passenger interaction. With plans to introduce three smaller, greener ships by 2031, Disney Cruise…
