Elon Musk’s Neuralink receives FDA’s ‘breakthrough device’ status for ‘Blindsight’ implant

Elon Musk’s Neuralink receives FDA’s ‘breakthrough device’ status for ‘Blindsight’ implant

Elon Musk’s brain chip firm Neuralink has received “breakthrough device” status for an implant aimed at helping blind patients regain their sight, the firm announced Wednesday. Dubbed “Blindsight,” the experimental brain implant gained clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration to participate in the voluntary program. It is one of 58 devices to receive … Read more

Donna Kelce is making her film debut in 2 Hallmark movies — football-themed, of course

Donna Kelce is making her film debut in 2 Hallmark movies — football-themed, of course

Donna Kelce is the latest family member to make her mark on the world of entertainment, cameoing in two upcoming Hallmark Christmas movies that, naturally, are football-themed. True to form, she won’t be playing favorites between her sons, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and recently retired Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce. “Holiday Touchdown: … Read more

A French photographer offers an unexpected view of the United States — through its many strip clubs

A French photographer offers an unexpected view of the United States — through its many strip clubs

CNN  —  Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. From Miami to Los Angeles, Prost’s latest book “Gentlemen’s Club” charts his route … Read more

Cardamom – Gaias Organic Gardens

Cardamom – Gaias Organic Gardens

What is Cardamom? Cardamom – The Queen of Spices and one of the world’s ancient spices and third to the most expensive. Native to India, Bhutan, Nepal, and Indonesia. Cardamom pods are tiny, triangular in cross-section, and shaped as spindles. It has a warm, minty, citrusy and spicy taste to it and is very fragrant. … Read more

Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden

Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden

  The central Kentucky dogwoods had barely finished blooming in early May when horticulturist, author, and speaker Abra Lee tipped me off to Camille T. Dungy’s new book, Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden. Abra said, “It’s an excellent book—you will love it.” (Listen to this enjoyable one-hour interview with Camille Dungy, led … Read more

Explosions witnessed at Beirut funeral for Hezbollah members and a child killed in pager attack

Explosions witnessed at Beirut funeral for Hezbollah members and a child killed in pager attack

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Multiple explosions occurred Wednesday at the site of a funeral for three Hezbollah members and a child killed by exploding pagers the day before, according to Associated Press journalists at the scene. Hezbollah’s Al Manar TV reported explosions in multiple areas of Lebanon, which it said were the result of walkie-talkies detonating. … Read more