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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she expects 2024 to be a “very good economic year.” Meanwhile stocks:

Interactive Map to Track U.S. Counties' Housing Market Fluctuations. Get a bird's eye view of the U.S. housing landscape with an interactive map analyzing home price trends in over 3,000 counties. Post a rate shock-induced dip in late 2022, national home prices steadied and modestly ascended in early 2023, facing challenges in affordability. While the average U.S. home prices saw a 3.2% increase in 2023, specific regions, especially in the Northeast and Midwest, witnessed growth bordering on "overheating." Meanwhile, areas in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi grappled with correction-mode conditions and affordability shocks.

Crypto Hot Tubs. In the depths of a New York bathhouse, a secret hustle unfolds: Bitcoin mining to offset the spa's $20,000 monthly energy tab. While patrons soak in the pools and saunas for a wellness escape, a dozen mining units work undercover, generating cryptocurrency with the residual heat.

IBM's Ultimatum. IBM takes a hardline stance, compelling US-based managers to return to the office or face departure, as per an internal memo from senior vice president John Granger. The tech giant emphasizes a three-day in-person workweek for executives and managers, setting a relocation deadline for remote workers beyond 50 miles from an office.

Walmart Scales. The largest private employer in the U.S. is looking to expand. Walmart plans to build or convert more than 150 U.S. stores in the next 5 years, while continuing to remodel existing stores.

Roomba Cut Short. Amazon cancels its $1.7 billion deal to acquire iRobot, the maker of the popular Roomba vacuum. Regulatory hurdles, notably in Europe, led to the termination of the deal, with Amazon citing "undue and disproportionate regulatory hurdles." As a parting gesture, Amazon will pay iRobot a $94 million termination fee, marking the end of the robotic courtship that faced antitrust scrutiny on both sides of the Atlantic.

Rewatching Harry Potter Is Actually Good For You. Contrary to its often-dismissed image, nostalgia receives a scientific defense, revealing its positive impact. The act of revisiting classics like "Harry Potter" and "Star Wars" is more than a mere trip down memory lane; it's a catalyst for progress, aiding in dissatisfaction resolution and fostering hope. This growing revelation suggests that nostalgia isn't about dwelling in the past but, instead, envisioning a brighter future.

NASA's Telescope Reveals Marvels. NASA's James Webb Space Telescope paints a mesmerizing portrait of 19 nearby spiral galaxies, showcasing stars, gas, and dust in unprecedented detail. The treasure trove of near- and mid-infrared images invites everyone to explore the intricacies of these face-on spiral wonders. Teams of researchers are delving into the images, unraveling the mysteries of cosmic structures and contributing to our comprehension of star formation and the evolution of spiral galaxies.

How Did We Learn To Walk? Unraveling the mystery of human locomotion, a study delves into the inner ear of a 6-million-year-old fossil ape, Lufengpithecus. The bony inner ear, analyzed through advanced 3D CT-scanning, sheds light on the evolution of bipedal locomotion. According to Terry Harrison, an NYU anthropologist, the study outlines a three-step evolution of human bipedalism, tracing back to the earliest apes' tree-dwelling, through a common ancestor resembling Lufengpithecus, to the ultimate emergence of human bipedalism.

Handwriting Beats Typing (No Surprise Here). In a news flash, Norwegian researchers find that writing by hand enhances brain connectivity and memory more than typing. Despite the speed advantage of typing, the study, involving 36 university students, reveals that the act of handwriting stimulates the brain more effectively, potentially fostering improved learning outcomes. A reminder that the old-fashioned pen and paper might hold a cognitive edge in our tech-driven world.

Scientists Find Novel Organism in Human Microbiome. In the intricate world of the human microbiome, a groundbreaking discovery emerges—scientists stumble upon an entirely new class of life. Dubbed 'Obelisks,' these enigmatic entities, crafted from short genetic code strings, defy known biological structures and sequences. Bridging the gap between simple molecules and complex viruses, these microscopic revelations open a new chapter in our understanding of the hidden realms within.

AI on Derm Patrol. The FDA greenlights the first AI-powered medical device, DermaSensor, designed by Miami-based DermaSensor, to assist doctors in identifying common skin cancers. This non-invasive handheld device utilizes AI-powered spectroscopy to assess cellular and sub-surface characteristics of flagged lesions, offering real-time results. DermaSensor's AI algorithm, trained on data from over 4,000 lesions, delivers a "spectral similarity score" to complement physicians' assessments, aiding in the identification of malignant or benign moles.

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