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The Spread of Tech: A Social Puzzle

November 6, 2024

Ever thought about how tech spreads in our world? It's like a game of tag, but instead of kids running around, it's people using different gadgets. You see, using varied tech isn't free. It costs money to keep all those devices talking to each other, especially when they come from different companie

science

Tracking Tech's Evolution: A Fresh Look

November 6, 2024

Have you ever wondered how we measure the evolution of technology? Scientists have struggled with this question for years, trying to figure out the best way to track the progress of technology over time. Some have suggested looking at the current level of technology, or how it changes, but these met

technology

The Tech Tango: How Innovations Dance Together

November 6, 2024

Imagine technology as a big dance floor. Some technologies are the cool kids in the middle, while others are the wallflowers waiting for their moment to shine. This is what some experts are now calling "technological parasitism. " At its core, it's all about how one tech (the wallflower) evolves by

technology

UDE: A Toolkit for Virtual Learning Environments

November 6, 2024

Imagine you're training an AI to navigate a world, but you don't have to stick to just one type of simulator. UDE, short for Unified Distributed Environment, is a toolkit that lets AI researchers mix and match different simulation platforms like Gazebo, Unity, Unreal, and OpenAI Gym. This clever too

politics

How News Teams Pick the President - Trust the Process

November 6, 2024

Election night is excitement time! Imagining all those votes being counted while you watch the results come in on TV or online. But how exactly do news organizations say who wins? They’ve got a secret squad called “decision desks” that use data, math, and talking to voters to figure it out. In fact,

health

Cancer Care Shake-Up: Mass General Brigham's New Institute

November 1, 2024

When Dana-Farber Institue announced it was leaving Mass General Brigham, it was a big shock. But now, Mass General Brigham is ready to show what they've got. They're starting something new called the Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute. It's not a whole new hospital, but it brings together the exp

politics

Russia's Military Losses Hit Record Highs in October

November 1, 2024

October was a tough month for Russia's military, with record losses in armored vehicles and artillery systems, according to Ukraine's defense ministry. Russia lost 903 armored fighting vehicles, the highest monthly total since the war began in February 2022. The total loss of armored vehicles since

health

Eyes Change as We Age: 6 Common Issues to Watch For

October 31, 2024

Aging brings about many changes, and our eyes are no exception. The activities we do every day, like looking at screens or being out in the sun, can affect our vision. Over time, you might struggle to see things up close or tell colors apart. Many people face similar issues as they age. These proble

technology

Fire at U. K. 's Nuclear Submarine Site: What You Need to Know

October 31, 2024

Early Wednesday morning, a big fire broke out at a shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, a town in northwest England. This shipyard is run by BAE Systems, the U. K. 's top defense company. They're building new nuclear submarines there, called Dreadnought-class. Two people got hurt and went to the hospital

business

Chipotle's Third Quarter: More Traffic, Higher Costs

October 30, 2024

Chipotle Mexican Grill recently shared their third-quarter results, and while more people visited their restaurants, the company's earnings didn't quite hit the mark. Their stock took a dip, falling by 3% after hours. Let's break down the numbers. The company's adjusted earnings per share were 27 c