20 C
New York
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Home Blog

Vitamin may reduce cancer risk, plus why Joe Rogan quit drinking

0

Fox News’ Health newsletter brings you stories on the latest developments in healthcare, wellness, diseases, mental health and more.

TOP 3:

Colorectal cancer risk reduced by common vitamin

– Joe Rogan gave up drinking alcohol for one simple reason

New drug shown effective for Parkinson’s disease

This week’s top health news included vitamins that could reduce cancer risk, the reason behind Joe Rogan’s sobriety and new developments in Parkinson’s drugs. (Getty; iStock)

MORE IN HEALTH

WATCH YOUR MOUTH – This odd dental habit could spark heart health risks, experts warn. Continue reading…

GOING GREEN – A popular coffee alternative may help prevent cancer, experts say. Continue reading…

CAUSE OF DEATH – The Vatican revealed the medical emergency that took Pope Francis’ life. Continue reading…

FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Facebook

Instagram

YouTube

Twitter

LinkedIn

SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTERS

Fox News First

Fox News Opinion

Fox News Lifestyle

Fox News Health

Fox News Autos

Fox News Entertainment (FOX411)

DOWNLOAD OUR APPS

Fox News

Fox Business

Fox Weather

Fox Sports

Tubi

WATCH FOX NEWS ONLINE

Fox News Go

STREAM FOX NATION

Fox Nation

Carville asks if Americans should wait until Trump is ‘Hitler’ before acting

0

Longtime Democratic strategist James Carville questioned on Wednesday whether Americans should wait until President Donald Trump becomes “Hitler” before taking action against his administration.

The former advisor to President Bill Clinton made the comments during the latest episode of his “Politics War Room” podcast, titled, “Is Trump Really Like Hitler.”

Carville brought up CNN host Michael Smerconish’s recent commentary claiming that while people may hate Trump, he is not Hitler, and should not be treated as such.

The Democratic strategist pushed back on Smerconish’s claims, asking rhetorically, “Do we wait until he’s Hitler?”

CARVILLE RIPS ‘SUPREMELY NAIVE’ BILL MAHER FOR MEETING TRUMP AND PRAISING HIS HOSPITALITY

Carville pushed back on Smerconish’s take that while people may hate Trump, he’s certainly not Hitler. (Aspen Institute YouTube channel)

Carville questioned, “At what point do you say, ‘This guy is a threat?’” He recommended the CNN host bring on historians like Anne Applebaum or Timothy Snyder to provide historical context when discussing topics like authoritarianism. 

Carville also referenced comedian Larry David’s recent satirical New York Times guest essay, titled, “My Dinner with Adolf.”

The piece, which spoofed Bill Maher’s White House visit, underscored how some opponents view Trump as a Hitler-like figure.

After briefly mentioning David’s essay, Carville invoked the words of fictional character Barney Fife from “The Andy Griffith Show” to describe what needs to be done about Trump.

“I’m going to quote the great Barney Fife: ‘Nip it. Nip it in the bud,’” Carville said. “That’s what I say. Nip it, nip it in the bud. Don’t wait.”

JAMES CARVILLE WARNS COUNTRY SHOULD BE ON ‘HIGH ALERT’ WHEN ASKED IF TRUMP MIGHT TRY TO RIG MIDTERMS

James Carville and President Trump

Carville claimed that Trump kept a copy of Hitler’s autobiography “Mein Kampf” on his bedside table. (Getty Images)

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

Vintage Ford car from World War II discovered on bottom of ocean

0

A vintage car was recently discovered during an underwater excavation of the USS Yorktown in the Pacific Ocean, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

The ship was a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier that took part in several World War II operations.

A Japanese submarine ultimately sunk the vessel in 1942 during the Battle of Midway.

RARE COLOSSAL BABY SEA CREATURE CAUGHT ON CAMERA FOR THE FIRST TIME

The NOAA announced the findings after completing its “Papahānaumokuākea ROV and Mapping expedition.”

“During the dive on April 19, we noticed a faint outline of an automobile while peering into the aft hangar deck from the port side of USS Yorktown,” stated the press release. 

A vintage Ford Super Deluxe vehicle was discovered by divers while exploring the USS Yorktown. (NOAA Ocean Exploration, 2025 Beyond the Blue)

Researchers identified the black car as a 1940-41 Ford Super Deluxe “Woody,” with the words “SHIP SERVICE ___ NAVY” written on part of its front plate.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER

“This car is hypothesized to have been used for Rear Admiral Frank Jack Fletcher, Captain Elliott Buckmaster, or other ship crew while USS Yorktown was conducting business in foreign ports,” the release added.

vintage ford car world war 2 shipwreck

Researchers identified the car as a 1940-41 Ford Super Deluxe “Woody,” with the words “SHIP SERVICE ___ NAVY” written on part of its front plate. (NOAA Ocean Exploration, 2025 Beyond the Blue)

Images show the car’s rectangular rear windows, chrome detail on the fenders, a split windshield, and chrome bumper with a spare tire on the back. 

Divers also discovered a hand-painted mural located inside one of the ship’s elevator shafts.

For more Lifestyle articles, visit www.foxnews.com/lifestyle

Titled “A Chart of the Cruises of the USS Yorktown,” the mural shows a world map tracking the voyages of Yorktown.

ww2 yorktown shipwreck mural

Divers also discovered a hand-painted mural located inside one of the ship’s elevator shafts. (NOAA Ocean Exploration, 2025 Beyond the Blue)

The mural measures 42 feet by 12 feet, with motifs showcasing the pride the sailors had for the ship and detailing the global scale of the vessel’s role in defending the US, the release shared.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

The shipwreck was first discovered in 1988 by the U.S. Navy and the National Geographic Society. 

IAEA warns ‘trust but verify’ in nuclear negotiations with Iran

0

Much remains unknown regarding the progress of Washington’s nuclear talks with Iran, but the head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said the international community must “trust but verify” that Tehran is engaging in good-faith negotiations. 

The U.S. and Iran are set to hold a third round of discussions on Saturday, which will deal with the technical aspects of Iran’s nuclear program, as well as political negotiations, according to reports. 

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi has applauded the U.S.-Iran negotiations mediated by Oman, but said the top nuclear agency has not yet been asked to assist in the negotiations, though he has been in communication with Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. 

US CONFIRMS THIRD ROUND OF NUCLEAR TALKS WITH IRAN AFTER ‘VERY GOOD PROGRESS’

International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi looks on as he addresses the media during the Board of Governors meeting in Vienna on Sept. 9, 2024.  (Reuters/Leonhard Foeger/File Photo)

“I think there’s a general expectation that this goes well, and that the agreement is verified by the IAEA,” Grossi told reporters from Washington, D.C., on Wednesday. “It’s good the United States and Iran have a direct conversation. Of course, there are parallel processes.

“We have to keep our eyes on the ball. We must avoid Iran or prevent Iran from getting weapons. This is the objective.”

Grossi said that from the perspective of not only the top nuclear agency, but from world leaders he has been in communication with, there is a “degree of expectation” that after the political agreements are hashed out between Washington and Tehran, it will be the IAEA that makes the nuclear terms “credible” and “verifiable.”

“They all are expecting the IAEA to step in at the right time,” he said. “We are at their service to support, to make this thing credible. In a certain sense, they may have a political agreement, but then we have to make it verifiable.” 

IRAN’S LONG TRAIL OF DECEPTION FUELS SKEPTICISM OVER NEW NUCLEAR DEAL AS TALKS CONTINUE

US Iran nuclear talks

An Iranian newspaper with a cover photo of Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is seen in Tehran, Iran, on April 12.  (Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) via Reuters)

Fox News Digital obtained a copy of an address Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi — who traveled to China on Wednesday to reportedly discuss progress in the nuclear negotiations — was set to give at the Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference, though he never delivered the address due to format change requests by Tehran that were denied by the host. 

But in his address, he was set to position Iran as a proponent of nuclear non-proliferation and said Iran’s position had been “mischaracterized.”

Since the U.S.’ withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which Tehran has argued made the deal mute, Iran has significantly advanced its programs by stockpiling near-weapons-grade-enriched uranium to levels that, if further enriched, could produce five nuclear warheads, as well as its centrifuges and missile capabilities. 

When asked by Fox News Digital if Grossi assessed the Islamic Republic’s position to be honest, he said, “Trust, but verify. We need to verify.”

“We are inspectors — that’s the only way we build trust,” he added. 

Grossi said the administration needs to identify what the end goals of this latest deal will be, as the framework of the JCPOA — widely criticized by Trump — is now very dated due to the advancements Iran has made. 

Iran nuclear centrifuge machines

This photo released on Nov. 5, 2019, by the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran shows centrifuge machines in the Natanz uranium enrichment facility in central Iran. (Atomic Energy Organization of Iran via AP, File)

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

Issues like uranium stockpiles, inventories, centrifuge advances and weaponization capabilities are all on the table in the U.S.-Iran negotiations. 

“We have a much more complex field in front of us,” Grossi warned. “The good thing is we know what we need to look at. We have a unique perspective of that.” 

Scientists believe blood test could signal cancer return before symptoms appear

0

Researchers at NYU Langone Health and its Perlmutter Cancer Center have revealed that blood tests could predict the return of skin cancer.

Melanoma is a less common form of skin cancer that is more dangerous than other varieties, according to the American Cancer Society. 

This is because it’s much more likely to spread to other parts of the body if not found and treated early.

CANCER REPORT REVEALS SURPRISING NEW DATA ON DEATHS, DIAGNOSES

The new cancer research, published in The Lancet Oncology journal, examined the levels of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) found in cancer patients’ blood.

Approximately 80% of stage 3 melanoma patients who had detectable levels of ctDNA went on to experience a return of the cancer later. (iStock)

Approximately 80% of stage 3 melanoma patients who had detectable levels of ctDNA (before they started treatment) went on to experience a return of the cancer later, according to a press release from NYU Langone.

Stage 3 melanoma – one of the most aggressive forms of skin cancer – occurs when the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes.

POPULAR COFFEE ALTERNATIVE MAY HELP PREVENT CANCER, SAY EXPERTS

The lymph nodes can be surgically removed, but once they’re gone, that makes it harder to monitor for cancer using traditional methods such as X-rays and CT scans, researchers noted.

That challenge has sparked interest in finding new ways to detect cancer activity sooner.

Doctor examining man's back

Melanoma is a less common form of skin cancer that’s more dangerous than other varieties due to how quickly it spreads. (iStock)

“Our findings suggest that circulating tumor DNA tests could help oncologists identify which melanoma patients are most likely to respond well to therapy,” said lead author Mahrukh Syeda in the release.

Early detection of the disease’s return through ctDNA analysis could save lives, according to Syeda, as this type of cancer is notoriously difficult to treat once it has spread.

“Circulating tumor DNA tests provide a clear, direct measure of the disease itself.”

The study analyzed results from nearly 600 men and women who participated in an earlier clinical trial. Researchers used blood samples to compare ctDNA presence and evidence of cancer returning.

The team accounted for other factors like sex, age, and type of therapy used to combat the cancer.

COMMON MEDICAL TEST LINKED TO 5% OF CANCERS, STUDY SUGGESTS: ‘USE THEM WISELY’

Almost all patients who had detectable levels of ctDNA within one year of treatment experienced a return of melanoma.

“The ctDNA method works by focusing on the most common mutations in the genetic code in melanoma cells,” according to the release.

Skin cancer microscope

Almost all patients who had detectable levels of ctDNA within a year of treatment experienced a return of the melanoma, the researchers found. (iStock)

Assessing ctDNA levels was as good or better at predicting recurrence than other tests that involve examining the tumor itself, the researchers found.

“Unlike standard, tissue-based analyses of tumor cells, which can only suggest the likelihood of recurrence, circulating tumor DNA tests provide a clear, direct measure of the disease itself and can tell us outright that melanoma has returned,” said senior author and dermatologist David Polsky in the press release.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER

In some cases, however, the cancer still returned even though patients had negative ctDNA tests before starting therapy.

Researchers plan to improve the sensitivity of the tests in the next study in hopes of reducing cases like these.

New blood test could predict return of cancer

“It is clear from this paper and others that persistent circulating tumor DNA after a curative surgery is a poor prognostic sign, suggesting a high risk for early recurrence.” (iStock)

Dr. Joshua Strauss, an attending hematologist and medical oncologist at Advanced Care Oncology and Hematology Associates of the Atlantic Medical Group in Morristown, New Jersey, applauded the research.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

“This is another in a line of studies touting the powerful technologies that are now able to detect tumor DNA circulating in the blood in various tumor types,” he told Fox News Digital.

For more Health articles, visit www.foxnews.com/health

“It is clear from this paper and others that persistent circulating tumor DNA after a curative surgery is a poor prognostic sign, suggesting a high risk for early recurrence,” Strauss went on.

The next step in the evolution of this technology, according to the oncologist, will be to use this information “not just in a prognostic way, but in a predictive way to help guide management choices.”

Swarm of helpful robots can pack your groceries

0


Welcome to Fox News’ Artificial Intelligence newsletter with the latest AI technology advancements.

IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:

– The AI-powered robot army that packs your groceries in minutes

– Anthropic anticipates AI virtual employees coming in next year, security leader says

– Discover the world’s first hydrogen outboard engine-powered boat

AI robots 1

GROCERIES IN 5 MIN: Imagine a grocery store where your entire order is picked, packed and ready for delivery in just five minutes without a single human hand touching your food.

BRAVE NEW WORLD: Anthropic – the company behind the artificial intelligence platform Claude – anticipates that digital AI employees will appear on corporate networks in the next year, the organization’s top security leader informed Axios.

THESE FUELS ARE OUT: ​​Imagine powering your boat not with gasoline but with clean hydrogen fuel. That’s exactly what Yamaha, together with Roush Industries and Regulator Marine, is working on right now. They’re developing the world’s first hydrogen-combustion outboard engine, aiming to make boating greener and more sustainable.

Nudify apps in schools

Education experts are warning parents that teens are now using AI apps and websites to create nude images of their peers.  (Catherine McQueen/Moor Studio/Getty)

AI BULLY: A troubling trend has emerged in schools across the United States, with young students falling victim to the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered “nudify” apps that have the power to create fake pornography of classmates.

DATA CENTER DEMAND: The world, particularly the United States, is projected to see a massive jump in data center and artificial intelligence demand for electricity by 2030, per a recently released International Energy Agency report.

END TO RECYCLING: At the heart of AMP’s innovation is its artificial intelligence platform, which uses deep learning to analyze millions of images of waste. This technology enables robots to identify recyclable materials by recognizing patterns in colors, textures, shapes and logos, spotting a stray plastic bottle in a sea of trash faster than any human.

recycling robot 1

AI robot recycling platform  (AMP Robotics)

Subscribe now to get the Fox News Artificial Intelligence Newsletter in your inbox.

FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Facebook
Instagram
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn

SIGN UP FOR OUR OTHER NEWSLETTERS

Fox News First
Fox News Opinion
Fox News Lifestyle
Fox News Health

DOWNLOAD OUR APPS

Fox News
Fox Business
Fox Weather
Fox Sports
Tubi

WATCH FOX NEWS ONLINE

Fox News Go

STREAM FOX NATION

Fox Nation

Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future with Fox News here.





Source link

Famous mosque and former church undergoing renovations to protect against earthquakes

0

Many travelers to Istanbul, Turkey, may find themselves at one of the most beautiful sacred places in the world: the Hagia Sophia.

The ancient temple attracts scores of visitors from the West. It’s known for its history as a Christian basilica for almost 1,000 years before becoming a mosque during the Ottoman Empire.

Officials are now working to preserve the historic domes of the monument — built between 532 and 537 AD — from the threat of earthquakes.

POPULAR CHURCH WILL CURB TOURIST CROWDS BY CREATING SEPARATE ‘SELFIE SPACE’

The renovation will reinforce the Hagia Sophia’s main dome and half domes, replacing the worn lead coverings and upgrading the steel framework, The Associated Press (AP) reported.

In 1935, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of the modern Republic of Turkey, transformed Hagia Sophia into a museum. 

The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, is undergoing renovations to preserve the historic mosque and former church from possible earthquake damage. (Danuta Hamlin/Fox News)

Mehmet Selim Okten, construction engineer and member of the scientific council overseeing the renovations, told AP a “new phase” of construction is about to begin.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER

“At the end of these three years, we have focused on the seismic safety of Hagia Sophia, the minarets, the main dome and the main arches, especially due to the expected Istanbul earthquake,” said Okten.

13th century representation of Jesus, Mary and John the Baptist at the Hagia Sophia

The Hagia Sophia is a famous mosque, museum and former church featuring rare Christian mosaics. (Danuta Hamlin/Fox News)

The renovation comes after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey in 2023, destroying hundreds of buildings. 

For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com/lifestyle

Orkten said construction workers will be able to renovate more safely and “examine the building’s layers academically, including damage it suffered from fires and earthquakes in the 10th and 14th centuries,” according to AP.

4 minarets showing around the Hagia Sophia

The Hagia Sophia receives an average of some 50,000 visitors daily. (Danuta Hamlin/Fox News)

“A tower crane will be installed on the eastern facade, and then we will cover the top of this unique structure with a protective frame system,” he said. 

The Hagia Sophia receives an average of around 50,000 visitors daily and approximately 6-7 million annually, according to Istanbul Deputy Akturkoglu.

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

The Associated Press and Danuta Hamlin of Fox News contributed to this report.

First autonomous AI agent is here, but is it worth the risks?

0


If you haven’t heard the buzz about Manus yet, it’s the new AI model unveiled by a Singapore-based company called Butterfly Effect. This isn’t just another chatbot. It’s one of the first truly autonomous AI agents, able to do its own research, make decisions and even carry out plans, all with barely any human oversight.

Sounds impressive, right? But here’s the thing: While all this innovation opens up exciting possibilities, it also brings some serious privacy and security questions. Whether you’re eager to try out the latest AI or you’d rather steer clear, it’s worth understanding what Manus could mean for your personal data and digital safety.

STAY PROTECTED & INFORMED! GET SECURITY ALERTS & EXPERT TECH TIPS – SIGN UP FOR KURT’S ‘THE CYBERGUY REPORT’ NOW

First autonomous AI agent is here, but is it worth the risks?

First truly autonomous AI agent (Manus) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Your data could be used to train AI, even if you go nowhere near it

This has already been happening for a while with other AI models. There have been several class-action lawsuits against tech companies for scraping personal data for use in AI training, with one lawsuit claiming that OpenAI uses “stolen private information, including personally identifiable information, from hundreds of millions of internet users, including children of all ages, without their informed knowledge or consent.”

Many companies also sell or share data with third parties, including for the purposes of AI training. For example, X has been using personal data to train its AI, Grok, and is also sharing user data with third parties to train AI models. So whether you use AI (including Manus AI when it’s released to the public) or not, there’s still a good chance that they have your personal information.

First autonomous AI agent is here, but is it worth the risks?

First truly autonomous AI agent (Manus) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

GOOGLE’S NEW AI TECH MAY KNOW WHEN YOUR HOUSE WILL BURN DOWN

Why should you care if AI has your data?

It boils down to data privacy and security. When AI companies collect personal information – things like your name, email address, home location, social media posts and even photos – they often store it in large databases to train their models. If those databases aren’t properly secured, they can become gold mines for hackers. Think of them as digital “honey pots”: sweet and tempting to cybercriminals because of all the personal data inside.

This isn’t just a theoretical risk. Just this year, another AI company, DeepSeek, experienced a major leak that exposed more than a million sensitive records. When this kind of information gets out, it can end up on the dark web where scammers and identity thieves are more than happy to scoop it up. That’s how people end up dealing with everything from identity theft and impersonation to tons of spam calls, phishing emails and targeted scams.

But data leaks aren’t the only danger. Even when the information is secure, it can be misused or manipulated in ways that are hard to detect. One of the biggest new threats is something called a prompt injection attack.

In simple terms, prompt injection is a way for attackers to trick an AI into doing something it wasn’t supposed to. Researchers recently found that attackers can embed hidden commands in seemingly harmless text, like a website bio, email signature or even a social media post. When the AI reads that text during training or browsing, it can accidentally follow the hidden instructions, which might tell it to leak information, change how it behaves or give unauthorized access to private data.

First autonomous AI agent is here, but is it worth the risks?

First truly autonomous AI agent (Manus) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

DANGERS OF OVER-SHARING WITH AI TOOLS

Manus AI poses even bigger risks

Unlike most AI tools that respond to commands you give them directly, Manus is autonomous, meaning it can act on its own, follow links, read content and make decisions without human approval. While that sounds pretty cool, it’s also what makes it a lot harder to spot when something goes wrong.

If Manus encounters malicious content, it could unknowingly follow a hidden prompt, compromise your data or alter its behavior, and there may be no obvious sign that anything has happened until it’s too late. There are also some concerns about where Manus sends and stores data. Security researchers have traced data back to servers in Shenzhen, China, raising red flags about surveillance, jurisdiction and who might ultimately have access to your information.

So even if Manus isn’t scraping anything too sensitive today, the combination of weak oversight, powerful automation and questionable data practices makes it far riskier than your average AI assistant.

We reached out to Manus AI for a comment on this article but did not hear back before our deadline.

First autonomous AI agent is here, but is it worth the risks?

First truly autonomous AI agent (Manus) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

GENAI, THE FUTURE OF FRAUD AND WHY YOU MAY BE AN EASY TARGET

So, how can you protect yourself?

As I’ve mentioned, whether you use Manus AI or not, your personal information will still likely end up in its datasets, so the best way to protect yourself is to make your information difficult to find. Here are some things you can do.

1) Be cautious about using Manus: With that level of autonomy, especially since it’s a very new AI (not to mention the inconsistency in its privacy policy regarding governance), I wouldn’t recommend using it quite yet. There’s just too much damage it can do if it malfunctions or is subject to a prompt injection attack.

2) Keep your personal information under wraps: With so many companies selling and trading personal information, many of them to tech companies to train AI, it’s a good idea to withhold your data unless you absolutely can’t avoid sharing it.

3) Actively remove your personal information from the internet so your data can’t be scraped by AI models like Manus: Set your social media to private, limit data collection through privacy settings and remove your information from data brokers and people-search sites. Autonomous cloud-based agents such as Manus are designed to extract and analyze vast amounts of online data, and your publicly available information can be swept into their training datasets without your knowledge or consent.

While no service promises to remove all your data from the internet, having a removal service is great if you want to constantly monitor and automate the process of removing your information from hundreds of sites continuously over a longer period of time. Check out my top picks for data removal services here.

4) Use strong antivirus software to help defend against the broader attack surface created by autonomous AI systems: Manus’ ability to act independently and interact with external systems increases the risk of adversarial attacks and malware transmission, so robust endpoint security is essential to protect your devices and data.

The best way to safeguard yourself from malicious links that install malware, potentially accessing your private information, is to have antivirus software installed on all your devices. This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe. Get my picks for the best 2025 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.

5) Use privacy-focused products and services: Whenever you cannot avoid sharing personal information, opt for companies that prioritize your privacy. For example, use the DuckDuckGo browser instead of Chrome and Brave or Proton Mail instead of Gmail. Check out the best private and safe browser alternatives to Google.

6) Keep all software updated, including your operating system, browsers and security tools, to patch vulnerabilities that attackers might exploit: As AI agents like Manus operate in the cloud and may interact with your systems, unpatched software can become an easy target for exploitation or unauthorized access. Therefore, it’s always a good idea to keep software, operating systems, browsers and security tools updated at all times.

7) Enable multifactor authentication (MFA) on all your accounts: As AI-driven attacks and automated data extraction become more common, MFA adds a crucial layer of defense, making it much harder for attackers to compromise your accounts, even if an AI system leaks or scrapes your credentials.

8) Use strong, unique passwords for every account: As cloud-based AI agents like Manus can interact with external systems and potentially access sensitive data, unique passwords help prevent a breach of one account from leading to a broader compromise. Consider using a password manager to generate and store complex passwords. Get more details about my best expert-reviewed password managers of 2025 here.

Kurt’s key takeaways

As we move forward with AI like Manus, it’s exciting to think about the possibilities, but it’s also important to keep our eyes open about what it means for our personal data. Even if you never use Manus yourself, your info could still end up in its training data.

So what can you do? Stay informed, take charge of your digital footprint and choose tools that prioritize your privacy. As AI keeps evolving, being proactive about your data is the best way to enjoy the benefits of innovation while keeping your personal info safe.

Do you think companies behind powerful AI agents like Manus should be required to follow stricter privacy rules and independent oversight before they’re allowed to collect and use people’s data? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.

For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.

Ask Kurt a question or let us know what stories you’d like us to cover.

Follow Kurt on his social channels:

Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:

New from Kurt:

Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved.



Source link

Robotic and drone tech make fruit picking and handling easier

0


Farming is undergoing a remarkable transformation thanks to cutting-edge technologies reshaping how fruit is picked and handled. While autonomous drones like Tevel’s Flying Robots are already harvesting fruit globally, innovations like UC San Diego’s GRIP-tape gripper represent the next frontier in gentle produce handling. Together, these advancements promise to make fruit production more efficient and precise, though one is a proven solution and the other is a glimpse into farming’s future.

STAY PROTECTED & INFORMED! GET SECURITY ALERTS & EXPERT TECH TIPS – SIGN UP FOR KURT’S ‘THE CYBERGUY REPORT’ NOW

Robotic and drone tech make fruit picking and handling easier

Flying autonomous robot drone (Tevel) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Flying robots bring precision and efficiency to harvesting

Tevel’s Flying Autonomous Robots (FARs) are redefining fruit harvesting by combining artificial intelligence with advanced computer vision. These drones navigate through orchards, identifying and picking only the fruit that has reached peak ripeness. Their ability to maneuver carefully around branches allows them to harvest without bruising or harming the trees. Unlike human pickers, these drones can operate continuously, working day and night to get the job done faster and more consistently.

Farmers benefit from detailed, real-time information about the harvest, including the size, color and ripeness of each fruit, all accessible through a mobile app. This data helps optimize harvesting schedules and reduce waste. FARs have already been deployed in orchards across the United States, Italy, Chile and Israel, where they have helped reduce labor costs by up to 30% while improving harvest accuracy. Multiple drones work together from a mobile platform, covering large orchard areas efficiently.

Beyond picking, these robots also detect diseases and track the location of each fruit bin, providing farmers with valuable insights to manage their crops better.

Robotic and drone tech make fruit picking and handling easier

Flying autonomous robot drone (Tevel) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

IS THIS ROBOT AFTER OUR HOSPITALITY, RETAIL, HEALTHCARE JOBS?

GRIP-tape: A soft, adaptive touch for handling fruit

While Tevel’s drones tackle harvesting, UC San Diego’s GRIP-tape gripper remains in the experimental stage as a solution for post-harvest handling. Inspired by steel measuring tapes, this prototype uses layered “fingers” to grasp delicate fruits gently. Early tests show promise in handling objects like lemons and tomatoes without damage, but it has yet to be widely adopted in farming.

The gripper’s motorized reels allow its tape-based fingers to extend, rotate and convey items like a conveyor belt. Researchers highlight its low cost and safety around humans, but further development is needed to integrate it into commercial packing lines or harvesters.

Robotic and drone tech make fruit picking and handling easier

GRIP-tape gripper (UC San Diego) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

SMARTER DAIRY FARMS WHERE ROBOTS MILK THE COWS

The future of farming: Proven and emerging tech

Tevel’s drones are already transforming orchards, while the GRIP-tape gripper offers a vision of how delicate produce handling could evolve. The combination of real-world automation and experimental robotics highlights both the immediate benefits and long-term potential of agritech innovation.

Robotic and drone tech make fruit picking and handling easier

GRIP-tape gripper (UC San Diego) (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

ROBOT USES LASERS TO MAKE CHEMICAL-FREE FARMING A REALITY

Kurt’s key takeaways

As we watch technology take on more roles in farming, it’s clear that drones like Tevel’s are already making a real difference in how fruit gets harvested. Meanwhile, concepts like the GRIP-tape gripper show us what might be just around the corner, a gentler, smarter way to handle delicate produce. There’s plenty of potential ahead, and it will be interesting to see how these technologies continue to evolve and work together to support farmers and the food we all enjoy.

Are we willing to sacrifice human jobs for the sake of progress, or can we find a balance that protects both livelihoods and innovation? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.

For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter.

Ask Kurt a question or let us know what stories you’d like us to cover.

Follow Kurt on his social channels:

Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:

New from Kurt:

Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved.



Source link

Neurologist shares why dementia rates are rising and how to reduce risk

0

Dementia cases continue to rise in the U.S., with people over age 55 facing a 42% risk of developing the condition in their lifetime.

A recent study led by Johns Hopkins predicted half a million dementia cases in 2025 and one million per year by 2060.

That doesn’t mean people are powerless in reducing their risk, however, according to Dr. Joel Salinas, a behavioral neurologist and associate professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.

BLOOD PRESSURE AND DEMENTIA RISK SHARE SURPRISING LINK, STUDY SUGGESTS

Salinas joined Fox News Digital in an on-camera interview to discuss what’s driving the spike in dementia cases and what behavioral changes could provide some degree of cognitive protection. (See the video at the top of the article.)

Dementia drivers

One of the biggest factors in the increase is demographics, noted Salinas, who is also the co-founder and chief medical officer of Isaac Health, a virtual memory clinic for brain health and memory issues.

Dementia cases continue to rise in the U.S., with people over age 55 facing a 42% risk of developing the condition in their lifetime. (iStock)

“The baby boomer population, being one of the largest groups, is also the fastest-aging group,” he told Fox News Digital. “As we get more and more baby boomers — not just over 65, but into their 70s and 80s — we’re going to see more and more of them developing some degree of cognitive impairment due to a plethora of reasons.”

Age is indeed the biggest risk factor, he noted.

“After age 65, our risk starts to increase. By the time we get to our 80s, that risk is about one in three,” he said. “And then after 85, it starts to go up even higher, to almost one in two.”

“We know that individuals who don’t have a lot of social engagement are at a higher risk.”

The pandemic could have played a role as well, the neurologist said.

“This is still being understood, but it seems like COVID-19 also affected blood vessels in the body and the brain,” he said. “So people who already had a vulnerability for developing dementia could have had an acceleration or an earlier presentation.”

STROKE, DEMENTIA AND DEPRESSION SHARE THESE 17 PREVENTABLE RISK FACTORS

Research has also shown that loneliness and social isolation can increase one’s risk of cognitive decline

“We know that individuals who don’t have a lot of social engagement are at a higher risk,” Salinas said. 

Dementia brain scan

A recent study led by Johns Hopkins predicted half a million dementia cases in 2025 and one million per year by 2060. (iStock)

“There’s still a lot being done to figure out, you know, the chicken or the egg — is it that you’re developing the disease and you’re presenting with symptoms of loneliness earlier than others, or is it the loneliness and social isolation that increases your risk? I think it’s probably both.”

There is a genetic component of dementia, the neurologist said, but the good news is that it’s rare.

SMARTPHONE USE COULD REDUCE DEMENTIA RISK IN OLDER ADULTS, STUDY FINDS

“If you think about risks and protective factors like a seesaw, these rare genetic mutations may outweigh anything protective you do, but the nice thing is that because they’re rare, the chances are you don’t have those risks,” he said. 

“So you probably have genetic risk that can be outweighed to some degree by protective factors.”

Risk-reducing behaviors

A major study published last year in The Lancet found that almost half of dementia cases are potentially preventable with lifestyle modifications.

There are many different factors to address, Salinas said, with proper nutrition and exercise topping the list.

woman holds cpap machine

“Obstructive sleep apnea, which is a common sleep disorder, affects blood pressure, heart disease and brain health,” the neurologist said. (iStock)

Addressing hearing loss by using a hearing aid can also help keep dementia at bay, according to the neurologist, as can staying socially engaged.

Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption can also boost prevention, as does getting enough quality sleep.

HEALTH BOOST AND DEMENTIA PREVENTION IN JUST 5 MINUTES A DAY

Entering a specific stage of sleep called “slow wave” or “stage three” helps to clear out the buildup of toxic proteins in the brain, Salinas said. 

“If someone is having issues with sleep, we send them to see a sleep specialist to do the proper testing,” he said. “Obstructive sleep apnea, which is a common sleep disorder, affects blood pressure, heart disease and brain health. And it’s something that’s treatable.”

Neurologist and patient

The female gynecologist smiles while explaining the test results to her patient. (iStock)

With any healthy behavior, consistency is key.

“It’s about putting the odds in your favor that you’ll be less likely to develop one of these conditions, or at least delay the onset of symptoms,” Salinas said.

“It’s never too late to take them on, but whenever you start them, the more consistent you are with them, the bigger return you’ll have.”

Early detection is key

Salinas cited studies showing that 92% of people with mild cognitive impairment go undiagnosed. 

CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

“That’s when we really want to intervene — but most of the time, people are being diagnosed when the condition is moderate to severe.”

While it can be tricky to distinguish between the regular effects of aging and early signs of dementia, Salinas called out some key differentiators.

“It’s about putting the odds in your favor that you’ll be less likely to develop one of these conditions, or at least delay the onset of symptoms.”

“We have more difficulty with memory and thinking as we get older, but it should never be to the point where it interferes with our day-to-day functioning,” he said. 

It’s normal to experience “blips” once in a while, he said, like forgetting your keys, blanking on the name of a celebrity, or walking into a room and not remembering why you entered.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER

“But if you’re seeing that happen much more frequently over time and it’s getting worse, that might suggest there is something neurodegenerative and not just normal or typical aging,” Salinas advised.

To help ensure earlier diagnosis and intervention, Salinas recommends speaking with a healthcare provider as soon as atypical symptoms are noticed.

In this Feb. 6, 2012, file photo, a worker at an Alzheimer's assisted-living site puts her hand on the arm of a resident.

“Not all doctors or medical providers are the same,” the neurologist said. “A common story we hear is that people’s symptoms get dismissed.” (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak, File)

“It’s important to take them seriously — but not all doctors or medical providers are the same,” he cautioned. “A common story we hear is that people’s symptoms get dismissed.”

In this case, Salinas suggests getting a second opinion, preferably from a neurology specialist.

For more Health articles, visit www.foxnews.com/health

“There is more and more that can be done to manage symptoms at the earliest stages,” he said. 

“And at a minimum, if you do end up having a condition that doesn’t have a cure, you’ll be empowered with information about your health that will help you make better decisions and plan for the future.”