Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries (vessels that carry blood from the heart to the rest of your body). Blood pressure is measured in two numbers. Systolic pressure (the top number), which reflects the force when your heart beats, and diastolic pressure (the bottom number), which shows…
The New York Mets’ record of futility lasted 62 years until the Chicago White Sox claimed the title in 2024. Chicago’s hold on the crown may last just one year. The White Sox finished last season with 121 losses, one more than the 1962 expansion Mets, and the 2025 Colorado Rockies are on pace to…
During its inaugural developer conference Thursday, Anthropic launched two new AI models that the startup claims are among the industry’s best, at least in terms of how they score on popular benchmarks. Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4, part of Anthropic’s new Claude 4 family of models, can analyze large datasets, execute long-horizon tasks,…
After months of cold weather and typical British rain, whilst we’ve still got the odd chillier day here and there, the sunnier days are finally in sight. We can finally declare that summer is (almost!) here. As soon as it arrives, if you’re anything like me, you’re going to be looking at those easy, throw-on…
Itchy palms are usually harmless, but they can sometimes be a symptom of skin conditions, allergic reactions, liver disease, or other causes. Itchy palms may occur with or without other symptoms, such as dry skin, redness, or swelling. Knowing the cause of your itchy palms and when to see a healthcare provider can help you…
May 10, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners right fielder Leody Taveras (4) hits a sacrafice fly ball during the fourth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images The Seattle Mariners effectively have shared the offensive load thus far this season, with one of their recent acquisitions playing…
Surf, the new app from Flipboard for browsing the open social web, is making it easier for people to create and discover their own custom feeds focused on their interests. Instead of getting stuck in an algorithmically generated timeline designed by a social network’s owner, custom feeds allow you to build an experience focused on…
If there’s one fabric that I think should feature in everyone’s summer wardrobe, it’s linen. Impressively breathable, beautifully textured and with a much better environmental impact than alternatives like cotton, this natural fabric is made for those hot, sticky days when you’re desperate to still look put-together without breaking (too much of) a sweat. Sure,…
Neurological disorders are conditions that impact the way your brain, spinal cord, and nerves function. It’s important never to ignore any symptoms that suggest changes in your nervous system. Neurological symptoms can indicate serious conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), dementia, migraine, and more. Knowing the neurological symptoms you shouldn’t ignore can help you…
May 20, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) in the fourth quarter during game one of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images With only the four best teams in the…
