In a recent pilot study conducted by the University of California San Francisco, personalized neural signals were used to deliver adaptive deep-brain stimulation (DBS) to patients with Parkinson’s disease. The results of the study showed a significant improvement in motor symptoms, with a 50% reduction in symptom duration compared to conventional DBS. This groundbreaking approach
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California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed 10 new bills into law with the intention of cracking down on retail crime in the state. The package of new laws was announced on Friday and includes measures to address shoplifting, theft from vehicles, organized theft, and the resale of stolen goods on online marketplaces. These laws come
The fight for improved streaming residuals is gaining momentum in the UK, as Directors UK (DUK) has taken a bold step by writing to major streaming platforms including Netflix, Amazon, Disney, and others. The aim is to secure royalties for DUK’s 8,000 members, signaling a new chapter in the battle for fair compensation in the
WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform, is rumored to be working on a new feature that will enable users to block messages from unknown senders. This feature, spotted by a feature tracker, aims to improve device performance and enhance account security. By blocking messages from unknown accounts, WhatsApp users will be able to safeguard their personal
Caitlin Clark continues to make headlines in the WNBA with her impressive rookie season performance. Most recently, in the Indiana Fever’s 92-75 victory over the Seattle Storm, Clark shattered the WNBA single-season rookie record for assists. With an average of 8.3 assists per game, Clark tallied 9 assists in Sunday’s game, bringing her total to
The financial markets have been quite volatile recently, seeing sharp sell-offs followed by sharp rebounds. Wall Street had a stellar week compared to the rough start earlier in the month, with significant gains across major indexes. The S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all posted positive gains, with the Nasdaq leading the
Parents in England are now facing higher fines if their children are taken out of school without permission, as new guidance comes into effect. The Department of Education (DfE) announced in February its plans to implement fines for unauthorised absences, specifically targeting parents whose children miss five days of school. School absence fines have been
When considering the statement made by Barbara Redman, PhD, MBE, regarding authors disclosing conflicts of interest, it is clear that there is a lack of transparency in the healthcare industry. The Open Payments database serves as a tool to address this issue, yet the question arises – why aren’t more authors utilizing it? There seems
An emergency plan set in motion to avoid overcrowding in prisons, known as Operation Early Dawn, is anticipated to be enacted today. The operation entails the detention of defendants awaiting a court appearance in prison cells for extended periods if there is a lack of space in jails in the event they are remanded in
Starbucks, a renowned coffee giant, has been facing operational challenges in recent times. The proliferation of mobile orders has led to overcrowded cafes, frustrated customers, and overwhelmed baristas. The incoming CEO, Brian Niccol, who is set to take over on Sept. 9, will have the daunting task of addressing these issues to revitalize the struggling