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A New Device Aims to Make Breast Cancer Screening Part of Your Regular Self-Care Ritual

A 23-year-old inventor has been awarded the James Dyson Award for the creation of a new at-home breast cancer screening device that could eventually give more women access to early detection….

The Blue Box—which is, quite literally, a small blue box—is a biomedical device that takes a non-irradiating, non-invasive approach to breast cancer detection. To use it, a urine sample is simply slid into a drawer of the device, then The Blue Box’s chemical sensors scan it for targeted biomarkers and the information is sent via an app to be processed. “The Blue Box sends the info to the phone and then to the cloud and then our server uses an artificial intelligence algorithm [to assess the results],” Benet, who graduated from UC Irvine this summer with a Master’s in Embedded Cyber-physical Systems, explains. “So even though what you see is the box, the key value is the software behind it.” Once a diagnosis is reached, results are sent back to your phone.

Judit Gir Benet with a prototype of The Blue Box — Judit Giró Benet with a prototype of The Blue BoxPhoto: Courtesy of The James Dyson Award 2020

Benet doesn’t see her invention as a replacement for the traditional mammogram, but rather a device that will support it and, more importantly, help look at breast cancer screening from a new perspective. “The Blue Box is about disrupting the way we think about screening and encouraging women to take a more active role,” Benet adds. She was motivated in part by an awareness of the innate gender bias in cancer research: “Women are two to three times more likely to have adverse symptoms to cancer drugs because research is typically done on the male population and is also being carried out by men,” she says.

While the device is still in the early stages of development—they are in the process of patenting the technology, undertaking further testing on even more cancer patients at a hospital in Spain, and applying for FDA approval, which will hopefully come in about two years—Benet envisions it one day becoming just another part of women’s health and wellness routines. “I want it to become something so typical that everyone can have The Blue Box in their home and families can screen regularly as part of their breast cancer prevention,” she says. And while Benet’s initial impetus with The Blue Box was intellectual, it would become personal as well. “In the middle of this Blue Box adventure my mom actually got diagnosed with breast cancer,” she shares. “She was lucky and she’s now perfectly healthy, but her diagnosis made me realize how much this disease really touches every family.”

Benet’s invention is an extremely promising development in the world of breast cancer screening and joins a wave of new devices. While Freedman finds these new technologies exciting, she emphasizes the need for further study of their potential. “I encourage these technological advances to pursue the right type of clinical trials to make sure the benefits of a test—improved cancer detection, improved survival—outweigh any harms—such as false positives, anxiety, additional testing for benign findings, finding cancers that would never harm a patient,” she says. “I really look forward to seeing how these advances can be integrated into care over time.” Benet’s hope for the future, once she does get FDA approval, is that her invention might one day be used to detect other cancers as well. “That’s the fun part about artificial intelligence, you get to discover what an algorithm is capable of,” she adds. For the future of breast cancer screenings, it’s a marriage of artificial and human intelligence that may hold the most promise.

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Cardi B’s $60K Birkin Bag Gets The ‘Mommy Treatment’ As Daughter Unleashes Her Creativity

In a moment of relatable frustration, Cardi B took to Instagram to share a funny yet surprising story about her expensive $60,000 Birkin bag, one of her favorite items from her luxury collection. Known for her bold personality and honest social media posts, Cardi revealed that one of her daughters had turned the fancy purse into a makeshift canvas, drawing a heart on it without permission. “Look what my daughter did to my purse,” Cardi said dramatically in her Instagram Story, showing off the iconic bag to her followers. “I literally spent $60,000 on this purse,” she exclaimed, still amazed by the unexpected ‘artwork’ from her little girl.

Although she was frustrated, the mom of three tried to take it all in stride, at least for the moment. Cardi values her hard-earned luxury items, especially her growing collection of high end bags. However, as any parent knows, kids have a skill for creating chaos even in the most cherished parts of life. For Cardi, that chaos includes her high-priced accessories. The post quickly gained attention online, with fans sympathizing with Cardi’s situation. Many found humor in the irony of the event, while others offered support, pointing out that such moments are just part of the unpredictable journey of parenthood. Cardi has previously emphasized that family is her top priority, even if it means dealing with some messiness.

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But Cardi’s frustration didn’t stop there. She later took to Twitter to respond to comments made by Kanye West regarding her staying power in the spotlight. While she didn’t mention him directly, her tweet, “7 years 1 album… STILL being a topic and STILL being asked about my music!!!” sent a clear message. She confidently asserted her spot in the entertainment world, clarifying that her fans, known as “The Brim,” are not going anywhere. In the end, whether it’s a damaged Birkin bag or dealing with critics, Cardi B repeatedly shows that she remains unfazed by the ups and downs of fame, always staying true to herself and her family.

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Kai Cenat Powers Up The BAPE By KidSuper Collection, Bringing Bold Streetwear Vision to Life

The collaboration between BAPE by KidSuper and Kai Cenat has officially launched, and it’s making waves in the streetwear world. Released on April 12, the BAPE by KidSuper collection represents a blend of BAPE’s iconic style from Japan with the vibrant, energetic vibe of KidSuper, which has its roots in Brooklyn. This partnership is particularly significant for KidSuper’s founder, Colm Dillane, who started his journey selling handmade t-shirts outside BAPE stores. Now, he’s a key creative partner with the legendary brand. What sets this collection apart is its deep connection to culture.

Social media star Kai Cenat plays a major role in promoting the collection, bringing a youthful energy that perfectly matches the spirit of the collaboration. The release captures a mix of past influences and modern style, appealing directly to today’s trend-conscious audience. The first look at the collection was revealed during Paris Fashion Week at KidSuper’s Fall/Winter 2025 show, titled “From a Place I Have Never Been.” This wasn’t just a typical fashion show; it was an immersive experience featuring oversized clothing, bright colors, and a comic-inspired theme celebrating youth, memories, and imagination. These ideas are reflected in every piece of the collection, from graphic t-shirts to special sneakers, jackets, and clogs, making each item feel like a unique piece of art.

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The design and packaging of the collection are also very creative, enhancing the overall experience. The packaging, inspired by comic books, ensures that this collection is a celebration of a special moment in streetwear history. Raystar, who also participated in the show, infused his own creative energy into the project, adding another level of excitement to this already iconic partnership. In a time when collaborations are common, the BAPE by KidSuper collection stands out by tapping into the core of street culture and creativity. It’s a collection that many collectors and trendsetters are going to want to have.

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