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New York City is poised to launch the first congestion pricing plan to reduce traffic in a major U.S. metropolitan area. Like many journeys in the Big Apple, this one has been punctuated by delays. Once the system starts up, however, it's expected to significantly reduce gridlock in Manhattan and generate billions of dollars to improve public transit citywide.

Cornell University researchers have developed two technologies that track a person's gaze and facial expressions through sonar-like sensing. The technology is small enough to fit on commercial smartglasses or virtual reality or augmented reality headsets yet consumes significantly less power than similar tools using cameras.

One in seven people worldwide are neurodivergent. They may have a diagnosis of a neurodevelopmental condition such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or autism—or traits that mean their thinking style differs from neurotypical patterns.

Marcus King's new album, "Mood Swings," shows how he has found hope in his mental health journey through therapy and music.

Now my FYP is a veritable skincare gadget QVC.

The EPA will require that public water utilities test for six different types of PFAS chemicals to reduce exposure in drinking water.

The study focused on species of the Bacteroidales order, some of the most abundant species in the human gut microbiome.

Exposure to methanol — a toxic alcohol typically found in antifreeze and windshield washer fluid —can be extremely dangerous.

The federal program that helps pay for groceries for millions of low-income mothers, babies and young kids will emphasize more fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

Study finds cancer-linked PFAS chemicals prevalent in drinking water sources across the globe, including many far over regulatory limits.

A former IT administrator for an Iowa hospital faces up to 32 years in prison after living under a false identity for over three decades.

Why is looking at the solar eclipse dangerous? Eye doctors explain why you need to wear special glasses for protection — and what happens if you don't.

Tonic Water is a carbonated soft drink that may contain sugar and has little nutritional value. The quinine present in tonic water provides a distinctive bitter flavour. The inclusion of quinine in tonic is often associated as a primary health benefit of tonic. Quinine’s primary benefit is for the treatment of malaria

The estimates of calories burned made by smartphones, smartwatches and other wearable devices vary wildly. That's because these devices lack the sensors required to gather all the information they need to make accurate estimates.

Suitable as a flavor enhancer and nutritional supplement.

The 2024 total solar eclipse is approaching. Here's how to check your solar glasses and tell if they're safe to use.

Do you ever use your cell phone while driving? Don't feel too guilty about saying yes—nearly 60% of drivers admit to using their phone in hands-free mode while driving.

A multi-billion pound criminal enterprise lurks amid our supermarket shelves. Food crime not only harms our wallets but threatens public health. It includes activities such as mislabelling a product, replacing a food or ingredient with another substance that is inferior, and even poisoning.

The experimental feature gives you a heads-up when it detects strain.

The company said there is no known bird flu risk associated with eggs that are currently on the market and no eggs have been recalled.