Gas Prices Drop, Consumer Optimism Hits 8-Month High
Americans are feeling more hopeful about the economy as falling gas prices deliver relief at the pump. Consumer sentiment jumped 10% in early July, reaching its highest point since February.
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Kenya Launches Africa's First $500K Assistive Tech Fund
A Kenyan nonprofit just opened Africa's first dedicated fund for assistive technology startups, investing $500,000 in entrepreneurs building life-changing tools for people with disabilities. In a continent where 200 million people need assistive devices but only 10% can access them, this fund treats disability innovation as the scalable business it truly is.
Purdue's Braden Smith Breaks NCAA Assists Record, Signs Deal
Braden Smith just became college basketball's all-time assists leader, and State Farm celebrated by signing him immediately after. The Purdue guard's record-breaking 1,077th career assist earned him a partnership with one of America's biggest brands.
Powered Shoes and Exoskeletons Hit the Consumer Market
Wearable robotics are moving from labs into everyday life, helping ordinary people walk farther and climb higher without exhausting themselves. Companies like Nike, Hypershell, and WIRobotics are bringing powered footwear and lightweight exoskeletons to hikers, older adults, and anyone who wants to move without wearing out.
Tamil Nadu Streamlines Assistive Devices for Disabled
Tamil Nadu is making it easier for people with disabilities to get wheelchairs, hearing aids, and mobility scooters by using its proven medical supply network. The state's medical services corporation is now handling procurement of 15 different assistive devices for the first time.
Professor Creates 2,000 Assistive Devices for Under $5 Each
An occupational therapy professor has spent 40 years creating over 2,000 assistive technology solutions, each costing less than five dollars. Her ingenious hacks help disabled people afford the tools they need to live independently.
Hyundai Backs Assistive Tech Startups With $90K Grants
Hyundai Motor India Foundation just launched a program giving assistive technology startups ₹75 lakh ($90,000) to help scale solutions for people with disabilities. The initiative, called Samarth UnnATi, aims to turn innovative ideas into real-world tools that improve daily life.
Josh Giddey Sets Australian NBA Assist Record with 19
Melbourne's Josh Giddey just made Australian basketball history, dishing out 19 assists in a single NBA game to break Ben Simmons' previous record. The 23-year-old Bulls guard is having a breakout season despite his team's playoff struggles.
UK Energy Bosses Face Bonus Bans for Harming Consumers
Energy company executives in the UK could lose their bonuses if they harm customers, under new reforms giving regulators real teeth for the first time. The changes mean consumers will get faster compensation and executives will finally face personal consequences for breaking rules.
Purdue's Braden Smith Hits 1,000 Assists, Makes History
Purdue point guard Braden Smith just became only the fifth player in Division I college basketball history to reach 1,000 career assists. The senior star reached the milestone during a game against Michigan State, cementing his legacy as one of college basketball's greatest playmakers.
France Passes Assisted Dying Law with Palliative Care Focus
France has passed groundbreaking assisted dying legislation that pairs end-of-life choice with compassionate care. The new law marks the beginning of a more humane approach to supporting people in their final days.
Arizona Volunteers Recover $2,000 for Overcharged Consumers
Better Business Bureau volunteers working with ABC15's consumer team helped three Arizona residents get their money back after billing disputes left them stuck. The volunteers recovered nearly $2,000 through persistent advocacy with major companies.
Executive Assistant Shows How One Person Can Transform AI Use
An executive assistant quietly revolutionized her tech company's workflow by simply using AI tools herself. Her grassroots approach turned into company-wide adoption without a single mandate.
Indian AI Brings Voice Assistants to Basic Nokia Phones
An Indian AI startup is putting powerful voice assistants on simple feature phones that work offline and cost just megabytes of space. Millions who can't afford smartphones will soon access AI help in their local languages.
Robot-Assisted Knee Surgery Boosts Patient Satisfaction
Patients receiving robotic-assisted knee replacements report significantly higher satisfaction and better quality of life one year after surgery compared to traditional methods. The technology could help address the disappointment that affects up to 20% of conventional knee replacement patients.
Georgia Brings Jonas Hayes Home as Basketball Assistant
The University of Georgia basketball program just reunited with one of its own, hiring former Bulldog player Jonas Hayes as assistant coach. The move brings deep alumni ties and Atlanta recruiting connections back to Athens at a crucial moment for the program.
LeBron Makes First NBA Assist to Son Bronny
LeBron James just passed the ball to his son Bronny for a basket during a Lakers game, creating the first assist between a father and son in NBA history. The moment came just days after the two became the first father-son duo to share an NBA court.
Tech Industry Pushes for Gender-Neutral AI Assistants
Growing awareness of gender bias in AI voice assistants is driving real change in how tech companies design their products. From Kenya's health chatbots empowering youth to new regulations requiring gender impact assessments, the movement toward inclusive AI is gaining momentum.
Reporter Turns to AI Assistant to Speed Up Story Drafts
Tech journalist Alex Heath now dictates his scoops to an AI assistant that writes his first drafts. The new workflow shows how reporters are experimenting with AI tools to work faster.
Google's AI Assistant Will Do Your Boring Tasks for You
Google just unveiled Gemini Spark, an AI assistant that works in the background to handle routine tasks like sorting emails and creating summaries. The tech giant also announced smart glasses and video creation tools as it doubles down on making AI genuinely helpful.
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