Benefits

Scientists in the US claim to have boiled down some of the health benefits of exercise into a swallowable pill.The novel drug is in the very early stages of development, but in initial experiments on rodents, the medicine appears to tap into a natural metabolic pathway usually triggered by exercise. When administered to mice daily, the drug, called SLU-PP-332, seems to improve muscle function, fitness, and endurance – all without the animals having to move more than they're used to. Presenting the latest results at the…

Anne-Linda Camerini. Credit: SNSF Always on their mobile phones? That can't be good for them. Media Scientist Anne-Linda Camerini is looking into how true this is. The feared effects on young people cannot be clearly proven. "My son is in his last year of primary school. And yes, he wants to have a smartphone! But we haven't let him have one yet."…

FASTag is a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology-based device designed to streamline toll payments by debiting funds directly from a linked prepaid account. Installed on the windshield of your vehicle, it facilitates smooth passage through toll plazas without the necessity for cash transactions. According to the Indian Highways Management Company (IHMCL), the electronic tolling division of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), FASTag offers a convenient solution for hassle-free travel on national…

Google Messages is one of the most used Rich Communication Services (RCS) providers which enables users to easily send SMS via an internet or WiFi connection. Now, Google has been rumored to roll out some customization features to its Messages app with custom bubbles and chat themes. This feature will allow users to bring personalization to their chat experience on the Google Messages app for Android. The feature was already in the works since November, but now it might be rolling out gradually for the beta testers.…

I like Agog's use of the term "immersive media" to describe the results it is working towards. Immersive media (please, in the name of sanity, do not abbreviate it as IM) clearly isn't a term Agog's co-founders coined. It goes back at least to 1994, if not earlier. I like that it describes the experience more than, say, AR, XR, VR, or even spatial computing. When you put on XR goggles, you're being immersed in the media, even if you're also seeing the room around you. Also: I recorded spatial videos to view on…

Research indicates ginseng can effectively reduce exercise-induced fatigue and aid muscle recovery, offering potential benefits for athlete performance and injury prevention.A review of 700 studies indicates that incorporating ginseng into one’s diet as a supplement may aid in physical recovery post-exercise, improve performance, and reduce the risk of injuries.Ginseng is one of the most popular food supplements in the world. It is made out of various plants and herbs and is thought to provide many benefits, with numerous…

2023 Tata Nexon Facelift (Photo: News18.com)To make it more interesting Tiago EV and Tigor EV are listed under the deal. Both come with benefits of up to Rs 65,000 and Rs 1.05 lakh, respectively. The home-grown car maker Tata Motors has listed its hot-selling product Nexon EV under a massive discount. The company is allowing interested customers to enjoy benefits up to Rs 3.15 lakh on the pre-facelift model, making it more affordable than ever.The newly introduced offer can be availed either from the company’s authorized…

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Some of us used to imagine a world where the morning commute was a short stroll from your bedroom, the dress code included comfy slippers, and the closest coffee shop was your kitchen. Then working from home became a reality for many during the COVID pandemic, reshaping our work-life balance. During the early days of…

Injection pens of Novo Nordisk's weight-loss drug Wegovy are shown in this photo illustration in Oslo, Norway, Nov. 21, 2023.Victoria Klesty | ReutersThe Food and Drug Administration approved Novo Nordisk's blockbuster weight loss drug Wegovy for use in slashing the risk of serious cardiovascular complications in people with obesity and heart disease, the company said Friday. That decision could widen insurance coverage for the drug and similar treatments for obesity, which has been a major barrier to access for patients.…

Why Some Couples Are Choosing a ‘Sleep Divorce’Sleep experts break down why some couples are choosing a “sleep divorce,” or opting to sleep alone instead of sharing a bedBy Jocelyn Solis-Moreira Credit: chameleonseye/Getty ImagesAs important as romantic compatibility is for partners, their compatibility in the bedroom also matters—sleep compatibility, that is. Up to a third of couples in the U.S. are going through what social media is calling a “sleep divorce,” or opting for separate sleeping arrangements in search of a…