Good news for games!
Spearheaded by big names like EA, Microsoft, and Nintendo, a new industry initiative helps understanding of accessibility features with 24 “universal tags”, large subtitles, narrated menus and easier saving. The ESA (Entertainment Software Association) will manage the program, and more companies are expected to join.
5 empowering habits
Small changes can have great effects according to scientists studying happiness. Here are a few ways to introduce some new ideas:
1) Embrace the age you feel, not what’s on your birth certificate
2) Be more social more often
3) Become someone’s reliable friend
4) Don’t shy away from being a beginner
5) Build good traditions.
New gene therapy for congenital deafness
With up to 3 in 1,000 newborns having hearing loss in one or both ears, and cochlear implants offering remarkable hope for some, researchers have found a way to restore OROF related deafness in toddlers and young adults with a form of gene therapy.
Weak grip shows more
Seems like no big deal unless you’re faced with a stubborn jar. But researchers now see grip strength as a window into your overall health. Low scores can flag frailty, inactivity, and even predict risks like diabetes, falls, and early death. The good news is a stronger grip comes with staying active, eating well, and yes, maybe squeezing a tennis ball now and then.
What is Eosinophilic Esophagitis? (EoE)
A condition that affects the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach, EoE is triggered by genetics, immune and external factors. According to Food Allergy Canada, it can develop at any age in both adults and children and is often accompanied by other allergic conditions such as asthma, seasonal allergies, eczema, seasonal allergies and IgE mediate food allergies. Symptoms range from difficulty and mild discomfort when swallowing to painful feelings when food goes down.
It takes “focus” to grow
When asked for one word to describe what it takes to be successful, Warren Buffet, and Bill Gates both said focus—professionally and personally. By minimizing distractions, focus fosters productivity and clarity. In professional settings, it enhances performance and reliability. In personal life, it is said to support meaningful growth and stronger relationships.
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