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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
TSA Issues Warning About Traveling With Pets
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) does allow passengers to travel with pets and bring them through airport security. However, there is one thing that travelers should keep in mind before bringing their pet through security. In a social media post this week, the TSA issued a warning to anybody traveling with pets at some point in the future, urging passengers not to put their pets through the TSA X-ray machines. Instead, passengers are supposed to remove their pets from their crates or carry cases and carry them through the TSA checkpoint. If your pet is prone to escape your grasp, the TSA has plans for that, as well. "Traveling with your pets this weekend? Our X-ray machines are not veterinary equipment. Please don't send your pets through our X-ray scanners! If you believe your pet may attempt an escape during screening, ask our officers about private screening option," the TSA wrote in a post on X this week. While traveling with a pet is a bit of a hassle, the TSA did make a rule change this month that will make the security checkpoint a little less stressful for everyone, pet owners included. Earlier this month, the TSA announced the end of the rule requiring passengers to remove their shoes when they go through a security checkpoint. Ever since the rule went in place back in 2006, only TSA PreCheck customers were permitted to go through airport security with their shoes on. Everyone else had to remove their shoes and place them in a bin to be scanned through the X-ray machine. So that is one less thing that you will have to worry about when traveling with your pets. However, you will still have to take your pet out of its carry case and carry it through security in your arms. TSA Issues Warning About Traveling With Pets first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 18, 2025 Solve the daily Crossword
Telegraph
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
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Daily Mail
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Fan makes 'shocking' discovery on Lorde's new X-ray album cover: 'I hope she gets some more fibre'
Lorde stunned followers when she released an X-ray of a pelvis as the cover of her latest album - but one fan has now made a 'shocking' discovery on the image. A TikTok user who goes by Aran shared a video on Friday claiming to be a 'board certified radiologist' who found something disturbing in the X-ray. Aran says the image - which shows the inside of the singer's pelvis, inter-uterine device included - also contains a 'cloudiness' which indicates 'constipation'. 'Hi everyone, I'm a board certified radiologist and there is something that I've noticed on Lorde's Virgin album cover that no one else has,' Aran began. 'So this cloudiness here is actually from faeces.' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'While it's perfectly normal to show up on a medical X-ray, we usually only see this level of cloudiness in patients who are very blocked up or have severe constipation. 'So, while it's not necessarily a medical emergency, I can only imagine how uncomfortable it feels. 'I wish Lorde an amazing album release day, but I really hope she gets some more fibre into her diet,' they finished. While it is unclear that Aran is actually a 'certified radiologist', they are not the only fan who has made the claim Lorde's X-ray shows faeces in the bowels. One user took to X to claim their friend, who is an alleged nurse, looked at the album cover and confirmed the 'white blob' in the image was 'poop'. 'She said those white splotches to the left her of tail bone was s***,' the fan wrote. They then shared a screenshot of a text message which read: 'That like white blob on the left that's poop.' It comes after the hitmaker, 28, sent fans into a frenzy with a surprise performance at Glastonbury on Friday, which saw her whip her top off in the sweltering heat. Thousands of fans flocked to the Woodsies stage after rumours of a set from the Royals hitmaker spread around Worthy Farm. Such was the excitement that bosses announced the stage had temporarily closed due to overcrowding shortly before her set began. The singer - who previously graced The Pyramid stage in 2022 - performed all of her biggest hits from Ribs to Green Light, as well as a rendition of her new album. The show came on the same day as she dropped supporters' jaws by unveiling the cover of her new vinyl - which featured a very racy photograph. The singer had already raised eyebrows with the project's main artwork, which features an X-ray of her pelvis. However, the vinyl for Virgin - Lorde's fourth studio album and first since 2021's Solar Power - is more explicit and featured what appears to be genitals in plastic pants. Taking to social media to express their shock, some fans worried about their family members potentially seeing the NSFW cover. They shared on X: 'So the new Lorde vinyl just got delivered. I was not prepared for the insert.' While it is unclear that Aran is actually a 'certified radiologist', he is not the only fan who has made the claim Lorde's X-ray shows faeces in the bowels Another said: 'Lorde really got her cat out like that on her vinyl huh?' One more wrote: 'My Lorde vinyl is getting delivered to my parent's house I'm scared [sic].' However, not everyone was so critical of the vinyl's artwork and others described it as 'beautiful' and far from being shocking. 'A lot of you are being very weird about the Lorde vinyl cover… who tf cares if her lordeussy was out. It's just a body,' someone wrote. Others said the reaction to the vinyl was so extreme they expected it to be a lot more explicit than it actually is. 'I really thought the Lorde vinyl insert would be a lot worse than people are saying it is, you guys are kinda dramatic,' one said. Lorde is one of the highest-selling New Zealand singers of all time. Her 2013 song Royals reached number one in America, eventually being certified 14 times platinum.
Forbes
30-06-2025
- Health
- Forbes
Scoliosis Awareness Month: AI & Big Data Transform Patient Care
This patient, who received an older spine instrumentation technique during childhood, later ... More underwent spinal reconstruction surgery as an adult. The patient's X-ray and clinical journey reflect the remarkable grit and determination characteristic of spinal deformity patients. Scoliosis Awareness Month spotlights a condition affecting approximately 6 to 9 million individuals in the United States—roughly 2-3% of the population—subtly or overtly reshaping lives through its characteristic lateral spinal curvature. Thankfully, the majority of scoliosis patients will not require surgical intervention, and for those who do, remarkable advancements in treatment provide renewed hope and improved outcomes. What is scoliosis? How are big data and artificial intelligence helping scoliosis patients? And, what can we all learn from scoliosis patients? What Is Scoliosis? Scoliosis is defined as a lateral curvature of the spine exceeding 10 degrees, a condition that reshapes the spine's natural alignment. It falls within the broader spectrum of spinal deformity, which include various alterations to the spine's biomechanical structure. While scoliosis specifically involves a sideways curvature, other deformities manifest as forward bending (kyphosis) or backward bending (lordosis). Surgeons employ a precise classification and nomenclature system to characterize scoliosis, tailoring their approach based on the patient's age, the type of scoliosis and the underlying cause driving its development. What To Expect With A Diagnosis Of Scoliosis? Scoliosis is often first noticed by a patient, their family, a pediatrician, or a primary care physician who detects an abnormal curvature of the spine. Initially, this curve may be monitored over time or promptly evaluated by a specialist, such as an orthopedic surgeon or neurosurgeon. While not every case requires imaging, an X-ray is typically the critical first step to assess and characterize the scoliosis, providing a clear picture of the curve's magnitude and trajectory. For pediatric patients, treatment decisions hinge on a combination of the curve's severity and the child's remaining growth potential. A hand X-ray is the most reliable method to estimate growth remaining, guiding the care plan. In adults, where rapid growth has ceased, the focus shifts to symptom management and pain levels, though curve progression remains a concern in certain cases. If the curve is atypical, progresses rapidly, or approaches a threshold requiring surgical consideration, additional diagnostic tests may be warranted. A MRI can reveal critical details about the spinal cord and soft tissues, such as intervertebral discs, while a CT scan offers a detailed view of the bone's architecture, alignment, and quality. In cases where the spine's position may impact breathing, pulmonary function tests may be conducted to evaluate lung performance. For some adults, further assessments like bone density scans or nerve conduction studies may be necessary to complete the diagnostic picture. Each step in this process is crafted to deliver a clear, tailored and actionable strategy for managing scoliosis, customized to each patient's unique presentation. How Is Scoliosis Treated? Scoliosis treatment is highly individualized, guided by a surgeon's assessment of the patient's specific condition. Depending on the case, a range of options may be recommended, from minimal intervention to advanced surgical procedures. In some instances, no immediate action is required, with periodic monitoring through follow-up X-rays to track the curve's progression. For certain pediatric patients, a custom-fitted brace can be a powerful tool. Robust data demonstrate that bracing can significantly reduce the likelihood of surgical intervention in these young patients by halting curve progression. In more severe cases, surgical options may be proposed to correct the scoliosis curve and restore balance to the thorax, creating vital space for the heart and lungs within the chest cavity. These procedures typically involve the use of rods, screws, and precise bony carpentry, such as osteotomies, to realign the spine. The rigidity or inflexibility of the curve directly influences the complexity of the surgery, with more rigid curves often requiring more extensive osteotomy bone cuts to achieve proper alignment. Recent decades have witnessed remarkable advancements in surgical techniques and technologies, enabling surgeons to deliver safer, more effective treatments with improved outcomes. What's New For Scoliosis Surgery? Advancements in technology, refined surgical techniques and a deeper understanding of spinal biomechanics are rapidly transforming scoliosis surgery. Leading experts highlight three critical areas of progress. Surgeons are harnessing big data and artificial intelligence to create precision medicine customized for each patient. Pediatric scoliosis patients may now avoid traditional spinal fusion surgeries involving rods and screws. A sophisticated grasp of three-dimensional spinal alignment is driving more precise corrections, resulting in enhanced and longer-lasting outcomes. Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Christopher Ames, MD, a world-renowned neurosurgeon at the University of California San Francisco, is leveraging big data and AI to create personalized treatment plans. He notes: "Our long-term 8 year outcomes data just published in JAMA Surgery has shown excellent results for adult spinal deformity surgery compared to non operative management in select patients. However, given our aging population, we want to be able to best direct care and deliver precisely tailored optimal treatment plans. Certainly, the solution lies in the utilization of big data and artificial intelligence to classify patients and predict prior to surgery who is likely to benefit the most with lowest complication rate. We've constructed predictive models that accurately simulate risk and outcome and now we're combining those models with aging biomarkers, digital phenotyping of activity and social functioning, dynamic gait data and topological surface maps of the patient's physical appearance to essentially create a real time digital twin. Just like a superstructure or NASA rocket twin, these detailed digital representations will allow the most accurate real time machine learning simulations of various treatment scenarios and enable the best possible care for that individual patient all before ever taking the risk of a spinal surgery in the operating room." These AI-driven models enable surgeons to predict outcomes and tailor interventions with unprecedented precision, reducing risks and enhancing results. Amer Samdani, MD, from Shriners Children's Hospital, is helping to pioneer vertebral body tethering (VBT) as an alternative to traditional spinal fusion, which involves joining spinal segments with rods and screws. He explains: 'Vertebral body tethering provides a non-fusion option for growing patients with scoliosis. The basic science research and laboratory data has been around for over 30 years, however, the use of this novel non-fusion technique has really taken off over the last 5 to 10 years. vertebral body tethering offers an option for patients who wish to preserve motion of their spine while allowing the spine to correct its curvature as a child grows. To date over 7000 patients have received the procedure worldwide with more than 50 centers performing the procedure world wide for select patients. We feel motion preservation is most beneficial in the lower part of our spine, i.e. the lumbar spine. Thus the majority of our vertebral body tethering procedures are done in the lumbar spine and occasionally in the thoracic spine. Vertebral body tethering has a bright future as innovations are made material properties of the tether. In addition, artificial intelligence and predictive analytics will improve our ability to select those patients that would benefit the most. Although the procedure saves motion, it does have a higher re-operation rate than traditional treatments, such as fusion. However, as surgeons have undergone their learning curve, complications and operations are decreasing .' Vertebral body tethering (VBT) preserves spinal mobility in growing children, with ongoing research and predictive analytics refining patient selection to hopefully achieve more durable outcomes. Dr Michael Kelly, Rady Children's Hospital, is the senior author on a fundamental paper that completely reshaped how surgeon's think about the spine's alignment. He explains below: 'Spinal alignment targets have taken a major leap forward in the past several years, moving from 'looks good' to 'this angle is correct' and now to 'this shape looks correct.' We understand now that the shape of the fused spine has a large effect on the durability of surgery and the improvement patients experience after spinal fusion. This area of knowledge is prime for improvement with machine-learning ('AI') techniques, as surgeons will have rapid measurements of a curved shape as well as patient-specific rods made in the shape we intend to create with our fusions. We will move away from using two 'simple' radiographs to using 3-dimensional reconstructions with biomechanical data surrounding simulated surgeries. These data will help us and patients choose the 'best' surgery for them.' The transition to a comprehensive three-dimensional understanding of the spine, coupled with AI-driven design, represents a significant advancement in achieving a patient-specific spinal correction. Bringing Awareness To The Scoliosis Patient Scoliosis Awareness Month highlights the remarkable strength of individuals with severe scoliosis, whose perseverance inspires the surgeons dedicated to their care. At a recent neurosurgery conference, the honored guest lecturer, reflecting on 35 years of practice, expressed profound admiration for patients confronting the myriad challenges of different neurosurgical conditions. This sentiment resonates deeply in the context of scoliosis, where the courage of patients is nothing short of extraordinary. Theirs is a case study of grit and tenacity. Consider the courage of a 12-year-old cheerleader who wears a rigid brace to school for an entire year, undaunted by its physical and social demands. Contemplate the profound trust exhibited by parents who must provide informed consent for specialized rod placement in their child diagnosed with early-onset scoliosis.. Reflect on the endurance required to undergo complex spine reconstruction surgery lasting 10 to 12 hours or the resilience of a pediatric patient who perseveres through 19 surgeries until achieving final scoliosis correction. Adults undergoing intricate osteotomy reconstructions face recoveries spanning up to a year, yet they persist. These individuals not only surmount formidable challenges but also lead fulfilling, productive lives, serving as profound inspirations to all, including their surgeons.
National Post
26-06-2025
- Business
- National Post
Rigaku Expands Production Facilities for the Semiconductor Market
Article content 50% increase in production capacity marks a speedy response to global markets Article content TOKYO — Rigaku Corporation, a global solution partner in X-ray analytical technologies and a Group company of Rigaku Holdings Corporation (headquarters: Akishima, Tokyo; CEO: Jun Kawakami; hereinafter 'Rigaku') has increased its capacity for production of semiconductor process control instruments at its own plant in Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture and at the facilities of a partner company* in Nirasaki, Yamanashi Prefecture. * 6th factory of Nippo Precision Co., Ltd. Article content Against a background of rapidly growing adoption of AI semiconductors, the market for semiconductor manufacturing and inspection equipment is expanding rapidly. Accelerating growth in semiconductor performance and density is making accurate measurement and evaluation of complex nanoscale structures, such as thin-profile, multi-layer designs, 3D memory and 3D transistors, indispensable. Article content With the current expansion in production capacity, Rigaku has doubled the floor space of its assembly and inspection areas. The recent completion of a production facility in Yamanashi Prefecture boosts production capacity for core components such as X-ray generators and detectors. In tandem, overall capacity for production of semiconductor process control instruments is expected to be 50% higher in Q4 of FY2025 than in the same period of the previous fiscal year, based on unit count. Rigaku's policy is to continue expanding equipment in response to demand, further increasing capacity by 50% compared to Q4 of FY2024 by 2027. Article content Through these efforts, Rigaku expects to achieve dramatic growth in sales of semiconductor process control equipment in Q4 FY2025, fulfilling its plan to reach 20% growth on a full-year basis. Article content Markus Kuhn, General Manager of the Semiconductor Metrology Division, offered the following remarks: Article content This reinforcement of our production framework marks an important milestone for Rigaku's global strategy. Our technology is responding to industry needs for high-precision, nanoscale shape, thickness and composition evaluation, required for next-generation devices such as 3D-NAND and GAA transistors. The reliability and reproducibility of our platforms earn high respect internationally. By expanding our production capacity, we can dramatically improve our on-time delivery capability, strengthening our seamless support systems from development to production. Rigaku will continue to support customers' leading-edge process development in terms of both technical innovation and supply infrastructure, further buttressing our competitive edge in the global market. Article content Related press releases Article content Published May 28, 2025: Article content Rigaku Completes New Building at Yamanashi Plant-Dramatic 2.7-fold increase in floor space to serve global demand- Article content About the Rigaku Group Article content Since its establishment in 1951, the engineering professionals of the Rigaku group have been dedicated to benefiting society with leading-edge technologies, notably including its core fields of X-ray and thermal analysis. With a market presence in over 90 countries and some 2,000 employees from 9 global operations, Rigaku is a solution partner in industry and research analysis institutes. Our overseas sales ratio has reached approximately 70% while sustaining an exceptionally high market share in Japan. Together with our customers, we continue to develop and grow. As applications expand from semiconductors, electronic materials, batteries, environment, resources, energy, life science to other high-tech fields, Rigaku realizes innovations 'To Improve Our World by Powering New Perspectives.' Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Press Contact: Article content Article content Article content Article content
