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#TECHTUESDAY: The New AI-Centric iPhone 16 Is Loaded With New Features
The iPhone 16 is being released for the first time with “Apple Intelligence,” giving users the ability to scan literally anything and have AI tell you what’s going on in your surroundings. It also features a turbocharged Siri. Produced by Jason Sanford
First Showdown: Harris-Trump Debate in Philly
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will hit the stage in Philadelphia Tuesday night for the first debate — and possibly only one — as we’re nearly two months away from the presidential election that polls show is a close one. Debate Watch Guide – 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT TV: ABC,...
Tech Wrap for Finger Uses Sweat to Monitor Your Health
A new lightweight device that wraps around one finger uses SWEAT to monitor health. The state-of-the-art wearable provides vital information – such as glucose and vitamin levels – literally at our fingertips as easy as wearing a plaster, say scientists. And they believe it could eventually revolutionize the treatment of diabetes. American engineers developed the...
Early Investing: How Gen Z Can Grow Their Wealth
Investing in the stock market can be a smart way to build wealth, even if you’re under 18. To get started, you’ll need a Custodial Account, which is opened with a parent or guardian until you reach adulthood. E*Trade is a popular platform for beginners because it’s user-friendly and offers a variety of investment options....
Fall Fun in the Chi
This summer was a beautiful season for Chicago, from great beach days and unique opportunities like the NABJ annual career fair, to music festivals like Summer Smash, Lollapalooza, and of course From the ‘Go Fest. Although we’ll inevitably mourn the departure of Summertime Chi, there’s lots to look forward to, like shorter days, holidays, crisp...
THE LOWDOWN: Venezuelan Gangs Taking Over! (or are they?)
Migrants from Venezuela are coming to Aurora, Colorado and taking over apartment buildings! Or at least, that’s what the Fox News crowd wants you to believe. Unsurprisingly, the truth is more complicated. Host/Producer/Editor: Malachi Segers-Seker The Lowdown gives you the latest in news, pop culture, and everything else your friends will be talking about tomorrow....
Angel Reese ‘Unapologetically’ Creates Her Own Platform
Chicago Sky’s star rookie, Angel Reese, will be debuting her weekly podcast on YouTube and other podcast platforms on Thursdays. “Unapologetically Angel”, the name of the podcast, will be hosted by Angel and Maya Reese, who are no relation to each other. The podcast is being produced by Playmaker, the same people behind Shaquille O’Neal’s...
Move Beyond the Rhetoric: Gen Z’s Education
Gen Z has become a force to be reckoned with when it comes to reshaping the outcome of American elections. The newest voting bloc Gen Z has broken a record on our youth voter turnout being higher than any other generation in the 2022 midterm elections. We are only getting started as there are less...
Voter Registration in High Schools and Colleges Across America
As America gets ready for a politically tense election on Nov. 5, over 8 million youth now are eligible to vote in the election as compared to the 2022 midterms. Currently, the Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement notes that these 8 million youth are part of the almost 41 million...
Gen Z Utilizes Sick Days More Than Others
Last year saw about a 55% increase in sick days taken nationwide versus five years ago, according to two human resources services. And guess who took more time off? Young generations. Gen Z is largely responsible for prioritizing their mental health and calling in sick or taking a sabbatical, according to Business Insider. “There’s just...
Move Beyond the Rhetoric: Gen Z’s Healthcare
As people finish higher education or just start fresh into adulthood, healthcare expenses remain and are a significant concern for Gen Z. The majority of Gen Z either remain dependent on a guardian’s insurance plan or are reliant on jobs with health insurance plans. Despite the healthcare parent’s coverage plans and jobs that provide health...
The Gee Code: Are Colleges Investing in Digital Libraries?
Grambling State University recently made history by becoming the first HBCU and higher education institution in Louisiana to launch a digital library on campus. The $16.6 million project, which began in 2017, offers students all the benefits of a traditional library while integrating high-tech features like 3-D printing labs, research centers, laser and etching machines,...
‘Smart’ Masks Can Tell if You’re Sick
Cheap new “smart” masks can monitor our breath for signs of illness. The paper masks could also be used to monitor alcohol intake, say scientists. A new study showed how state-of-the-art mask technology can be used to assess metabolic and respiratory conditions. The new masks cost a little over $1 to produce, according to research...
No Employment After Graduation is the Main Stressor for College Kids
College students have a lot on their minds as they head back to school. What’s the right major? Will they need to take out more student loans to cover costs? What will the job market look like when they graduate? To dig into college students’ perspectives on the upcoming school year, Forbes Advisor conducted a...
Why Does 2024 Feel Like a Blur?
Is it just me, or has this year rushed by in a blur. This sensation of time slipping away can be attributed to various factors, including intensified daily routines and rapid life changes. However, a significant contributor to this phenomenon is the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our perception of time. The COVID-19...
Post-Grad Friendship Transitions: How to Make it Work
College is the prime spot for a thriving social life. There are a million organizations to join to make friends, classes every day to connect with people, campus jobs to mingle at, and local fast food restaurants that specifically cater to menial college dollars, eager to be spent on a meal that can barely be...
Young Voters’ Voices Are More Important Than Ever
My mom and I have followed every news update on the election and spent weeks debating whether President Joe Biden would drop out of the race. We couldn’t imagine giving him or former President Donald Trump our votes. Hearing my phone ping, and seeing that Biden withdrew, felt like a breath of relief. Current Vice President...
5 Must-Dos for High-School Seniors
The Common Application has been updated for the 2024-2025 school year, so now is the time to get ahead on all things college-related. As a high school senior, here are five things I am doing (which you can also do) to stay on top of your applications: Narrow Down Your College List Your college counselor...
Back to School Tips to Help your Mental Health
It’s that time of year again as we know it, back to school. Here are five tips to help make your transition be as smooth as possible while preserving your mental health. Set goals for yourself: If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Set reasonable goals for yourself for both academic and career....
A ‘Demure’ Domination
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines Demure as “affectedly modest, reserved or serious: coy.” That was the past, now thanks to Chicago TikToker Jools Lebron (@joolieannie), a noted figure in the beauty sphere of the TikTok community with 1.9 million followers, the word has become a massive buzzword within Gen Z and Millenials. The first video that launched...
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