– Manuscript – A Tokyo clothing maker has worked with an animal doctor to create a wearable cooling device for house pets like dogs and cats. The company hopes that the fan will help pets that cannot drop their fur coats during Japan’s boiling hot summer weather. Rei Uzawa is president of clothing maker Sweet Mommy. She wanted to create the device after seeing her pet … [Read more...] about Dogs, Cats Get Wearable Fan to Beat the Heat in Japan
‘Stray’ Cat Video Game Helps Real Cats
– Manuscript – A new video game that includes a brave cat is popular with cat lovers. Some of them are using the game to raise money for real cats. The game was released last month. It is called “Stray.” A stray animal is one without a home. Many stray cats and dogs live on city streets. Thanks to online fundraising services, gamers are playing “Stray" live for … [Read more...] about ‘Stray’ Cat Video Game Helps Real Cats
Drug-resistant Infections, Deaths Rose in 2020
– Manuscript – U.S. health officials recently reported that drug-resistant infections increased during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The report came from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It said there was an increase in hospital infections and deaths in 2020. Dr. Arjun Srinivasan, a CDC expert, called it “a startling reversal” that … [Read more...] about Drug-resistant Infections, Deaths Rose in 2020
Elon Musk’s Twitter Deal Likely to Be Decided in Court
– Manuscript – In April, Twitter accepted American billionaire Elon Musk’s offer to buy the social media service for $44 billion. But earlier this month, Musk withdrew his offer. Twitter reacted by bringing a legal case against Musk to force him to buy the company. Why did Twitter take Musk to court? Legal experts say Twitter wants to complete the deal that both … [Read more...] about Elon Musk’s Twitter Deal Likely to Be Decided in Court
Experts Call for More Openness in AI Development
– Manuscript – Companies are continuing to develop artificial intelligence (AI) systems for use in many industries. While the technology has gotten much better in recent years, it still has major limitations. Some technology experts say one of the best ways to improve AI would be for companies to share more of their development methods with others. AI development … [Read more...] about Experts Call for More Openness in AI Development