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The Space Force is scrapping the annual fitness test in favor of wearable trackers

Air Force service members run a timed 1.5 miles during their annual physical fitness test at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois in June. The U.S. Space Force intends to do away with once-a-year assessments in favor of wearable technology. Eric Schmid/St. Louis Public Radio hide caption

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The Space Force is scrapping the annual fitness test in favor of wearable trackers

St. Louis Public Radio

August 2, 2022 • The new approach aims to promote overall fitness instead of focusing on specific exercises, and the devices will also give Guardians feedback about mental health, balanced eating and sleep.

Our voices convey so much more than just information. They can tell other people something essential about who we are. Angela Hsieh hide caption

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Finding Your Voice

July 15, 2019 • At some point in our lives, many of us realize that the way we hear our own voice isn't the way others hear us. This week on Hidden Brain, we look at the relationship between our voices and our identities. Plus, we hear how advances in technology might help people with vocal impairments, and consider the ethical quandaries that arise when we can create personalized, customized voices.

Finding Your Voice

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