Once a simple step counter, the modern smartwatch has evolved into a sophisticated tool for understanding the body. Beyond just tracking miles and calories, these devices are now connecting physical activity with deeper metrics like sleep quality and stress levels, encouraging a shift from mechanical tracking to conscious movement. For...
When the film “Avatar,” from 2009, directed by James Cameron released, it was an instant hit with audiences and got a few sequels announced to be in the works. Fast forward to 2022 and “Avatar: The Way of Water,” released. Entire nations rose and fell before this film ever saw...
For the past few days, New Yorkers have been coming to terms with the mass shooting that took place this month. Four people were killed after this unexpected act of violence, including a police officer. The tragedy eventually came to the attention of Zohran Mamdani, who is currently the leading...
In a landscape saturated with combat sports, from the established boxing rings to the cage of mixed martial arts, one dynamic and technically rich discipline remains largely on the periphery: Kudo. This full-contact martial art which seamlessly blends elements of karate, judo, boxing and jiu-jitsu, offers a compelling spectacle that...
As the highly messy drama unfolds between Subnautica’s publisher, Krafton and the game’s previous founders, Krafton continues to make interesting financial moves with its video games. During a Q&A, some mentioned the ongoing struggle with “Subnautica 2” and the legal struggle between Krafton and Unknown Worlds Entertainment’s founders over Krafton’s...
Dementia is something that has been a problem for a while to say the least, especially for those who are at genetic risk of dementia. However, recent findings may show that physical fitness may be the key in reducing the risk of and possibly preventing dementia from occurring. According to...
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