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Improving Robot Basketball Skills with AI

November 22, 2024

You've probably heard about robots playing basketball. But did you know that these robots have trouble recognizing the ball and measuring distances? To fix this, scientists used a combination of robot operating systems and smart algorithms called IBN-YOLOv5s. They added a special module to the algor

entertainment

The Artful Dodger Sneaks Back for Season 2

November 22, 2024

Did you know that a show on Disney+ and Hulu just got renewed for season 2? This show is called "The Artful Dodger" and it's an unexpected hit. It's based on a classic story by Charles Dickens, but with a twist. The show follows the life of Jack Dawkins, the famous thief from Oliver Twist, and gives

politics

Democrats' Diversity Push: A Wake-up Call

November 22, 2024

The 2024 election was a surprise for the Democratic Party, which saw a shift in their voter base. They lost support among Hispanics, Asians, Blacks, and both the working and middle class. The only group where they made gains was college-educated white voters. This raised questions about their approa

science

Salt's Impact on Rice Starch-Curdlan Gel: 3D Printing and Swallowing

November 22, 2024

Let's dive into an interesting study that checked how adding different amounts of salt (ranging from 0 to 12. 5 parts per thousand) affects the structure, characteristics, and 3D-printing performance of a mix called rice starch-curdlan composite gel. This mix is like a type of jelly made from starch

crime

Safety Measures Bloom After Tragic Trail Event

November 21, 2024

Nine months ago, a runner named Laken Riley encountered a tragic incident at Oconee Forest Park, adjacent to the University of Georgia. This event sparked a significant change in how students and athletes conduct their outdoor activities. They've begun sharing their locations and engaging with stran

celebrities

Jussie Smollett's 2019 Hate Crime Conviction Reversed by Illinois Supreme Court

November 21, 2024

In an unexpected turn of events, the Illinois Supreme Court has overturned actor Jussie Smollett's conviction for faking a hate crime in Chicago back in 2019. The court's decision was based on a nonprosecution agreement that Smollett had with the Cook County State's Attorney's Office. This agreement

politics

Questioning Uganda's Anti-Gay Law: A Lesson from Ancient Philosophy

November 21, 2024

Imagine if we looked at Uganda's anti-gay law through the eyes of ancient Greek philosopher Plato. His character Aristophanes in the Symposium suggests that love, including between same-sex partners, is a natural part of human experience. What if we applied this idea to Uganda? Would it change our v

politics

Bill Nye Blasts RFK Jr. ’s Proposed Fluoride Ban

November 21, 2024

Bill Nye, the famous engineer and TV personality, has criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for his controversial plan to eliminate fluoride from the nation’s drinking water. "I think he's lost his way, " Nye commented recently. Kennedy, nominated for the secretary of health and human services position,

science

The Seven Breakthroughs of Dr. Gall

November 21, 2024

At 92, renowned scientist Dr. Joseph Grafton Gall announced his retirement. Three months later, his colleagues celebrated his extraordinary career spanning almost 70 years in education and research. Dr. Gall, affectionately known as "Joe, " passed away peacefully at 96. Let's explore the seven remar

health

How Heat Can Help Heal: A Warm Approach to Anorexia Treatment

November 21, 2024

More than a century ago, a physician named William Gull made a notable suggestion. He proposed applying heat to patients with anorexia nervosa (AN), a serious eating disorder. Gull was inspired by the work of Charles Chossat, a Swiss physiologist who accidentally discovered that heat had therapeutic