October 10, 2014

Those voice-activated infotainment systems in cars today may be driving people to distraction. New studies have shown  that most of the systems are so error-prone and complex that they require more concentration than traditional equipment. Apple’s Siri system ranked the worst among those used in automobiles. Source Link

Pumping iron can help your muscles and your memory. A study showed that a few days of 20-minute weight lifting workouts boosted long-term memory in healthy adults. Researchers say aerobic exercises such as running can improve memory, but the results take months to show up in testing. Source Link

What happens in Vegas apparently makes it the world’s most popular honeymoon destination, according to a Facebook study of newlywed check-ins. Las Vegas was the number-one international honeymoon spot, followed by Maui and Honolulu Hawaii. For Americans, Maui, St. Lucia and Honolulu topped the list. Source Link