Author: David Miller

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently released new data on the link between the COVID-19 vaccine and sudden cardiac death in young adults. The assessment, conducted between June 2021 and December 2022, analyzed the death certificates and vaccination records of 1,292 Oregon decedents aged between 16 and 30 who had died of “cardiac or undetermined” causes. The CDC’s findings indicate that there is no association between COVID-19 vaccination and sudden cardiac death among previously healthy young individuals. Despite reports of myocarditis in young men, only three out of the 1,292 individuals studied had received the…

Humane’s Ken Kocienda Defends Ai Pin Device Against Harsh Criticism In response to recent negative reviews of Humane’s Ai Pin device, Ken Kocienda, the head of product engineering at the company, has spoken out against what he calls the “skepticism bandwagon” surrounding the wearable smart device. Critics of the Ai Pin have described it as “unfinished” and “not that useful”, with publications like The Verge, MrMobile, Wired, and Engadget highlighting its shortcomings. Despite this backlash, Kocienda stands by the device, stating that he personally uses it for web searches and questions, even though he acknowledges that it can be frustrating…

Rocket Lab, the American aerospace manufacturer and small satellite launch service provider, is gearing up to make a breakthrough in reusable rocket technology. The company announced that it will be reusing a previously flown Electron rocket first stage tank, a move that could revolutionize the space industry. In another development, Virgin Orbit, the satellite launch company founded by Sir Richard Branson, is offering its intellectual property (IP) library for licensing on LinkedIn. The licensing fee for the LauncherOne IP, which includes technology for their air-launched rocket system, is set at $3 million for a nonexclusive license. This move is seen…

Three Men Rescued by U.S. Coast Guard Near Pikelot Atoll Three men in their 40s were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard after going missing while fishing near Pikelot Atoll in Micronesia. The men had set out from Polowat Atoll on March 30 in a 20-foot skiff with an outboard motor. During their time stranded on the uninhabited island, the men used palm tree fronds to spell out “HELP” on the sand, which was spotted by a U.S. Navy plane. The Coast Guard and Navy then coordinated search and rescue efforts, covering over 78,000 square nautical miles. When found, the…

A recent study has shed light on the effectiveness of different types of masks in preventing the spread of COVID-19. Researchers tested various masks, including cloth masks, surgical masks, and N95 respirators, to determine which offered the best protection against the virus. The study revealed that N95 respirators were the most effective in blocking virus particles, followed closely by surgical masks. However, cloth masks were found to be less effective in comparison. This highlights the importance of using the appropriate type of mask to reduce the risk of transmission. Researchers emphasized the critical role of wearing masks properly and consistently…

DuckDuckGo Launches New Tool to Protect Users’ Privacy DuckDuckGo, the popular privacy-focused search engine, has introduced a new tool to help users remove their personal information from data broker websites. The tool, which is part of DuckDuckGo’s new subscription service called Privacy Pro, scans 53 data broker websites for a user’s name and address and requests the removal of their information. One of the key features of the tool is that users do not need to submit any personal details to the tool’s owners. This ensures that users can protect their privacy without having to give up more information. The…

After this week’s highly anticipated solar eclipse, it seems that not everyone followed the necessary precautions to protect their eyes. Following the event, there was a noticeable increase in people searching for information on eye-related injuries on Google. Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, an eye specialist in New York City, reported treating numerous patients with eye pain and discomfort after the eclipse. Many of these patients expressed fear of potential blindness as a result of looking directly at the sun without proper eye protection. Despite warnings from doctors and specialists leading up to the eclipse, some individuals still opted to gaze directly…

Shoppers in Riverside are facing a mad rush to snag deals at their local 99 Cents Only stores before they close for good. The discount chain, known for its rock-bottom prices, is shutting its doors permanently, much to the dismay of loyal customers. The news of the closures has led to a surge in foot traffic at 99 Cents Only stores, with parking lots full and checkout lines snaking through the aisles. Customers are frantically trying to clear out shelves before the doors shut for good. The company has cited a variety of factors for the closure, including the impact…

In a bold and unprecedented move, Ukrainian officials have claimed to have used drones to successfully destroy military aircraft at an airfield in Russia’s Rostov region. This attack marks one of Kyiv’s biggest air assaults in the ongoing war and comes as both sides escalate attacks on each other’s soil. According to Ukrainian officials, at least 6 Russian planes were destroyed in the attack on the military airfield, which is used by Russian bombers to launch guided aerial bombs at Ukraine’s cities and frontline positions. The use of drones in warfare has become a key feature of this conflict, with…

In a recent announcement, Tesla CEO Elon Musk disclosed that the company will be boosting the salaries of its AI engineers in response to aggressive poaching attempts by rival organization OpenAI. Musk revealed that Tesla’s machine-learning scientist Ethan Knight departed for Musk’s own AI startup, xAI, after being enticed by a recruitment offer from OpenAI. OpenAI, known for its advancements in generative AI such as the ChatGPT chatbot, has been successful in luring away some of Tesla’s top AI talent with lucrative compensation packages. Musk described the competition for AI expertise as the most intense talent war he has witnessed,…