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The Life and Death of a Russian Chef Who Spoke Out Against War

November 18, 2024

In a shocking turn of events, Alexei Zimin, a renowned Russian chef who openly criticized Russia's role in the Ukraine war, was found dead in Belgrade, Serbia. Zimin, who lived in London for many years, was known for his work at ZIMA restaurant and his criticisms of the Kremlin. The chef's body was

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Russian Propaganda: A Powerful Tool?

November 18, 2024

Before Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, a unique survey experiment was conducted. This experiment aimed to see if the propaganda spread by the Putin regime could sway public opinion to support military action. The results, collected a year before the actual invasion, showed that even mild fo

health

Updating COVID-19 Models: A Smarter Way

November 15, 2024

During the COVID-19 pandemic, mathematical models were crucial for guiding decisions. These models often needed calibration to estimate uncertain details and stay relevant. The problem? Recalibrating models was computationally expensive. Researchers tackled this challenge by developing a new method

politics

A Russian View: Putin's Take on Trump's Win

November 8, 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin had his first say about the U. S. election results last Thursday from Sochi. He congratulated Donald Trump on his triumph and praised the president-elect’s bravery during an attempted assassination back in July. Putin was impressed by Trump's nervy reaction. Putin a

technology

Connecting ALICE and EDG: A Bridge for Data Management

November 7, 2024

Ever wondered how scientists at CERN manage and share vast amounts of data? Enter AliEn and EDG, two powerful systems that help handle the data from the ALICE experiment at the Large Hadron Collider. AliEn, short for ALICE Environment, is like a digital manager that submits jobs and keeps track of d

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Putin's First Peace Offer: A Closer Look

November 6, 2024

In early 2022, Russia presented Ukraine with a peace treaty that seemed more like a demand for surrender. The treaty, known as the Treaty on the Settlement of the Situation in Ukraine and Ukraine's Neutrality, was given to the Ukrainian delegation in March. It included a long list of one-sided condi

business

Microsoft's Big Surge: Gaming Leads the Way as Cloud and AI Shine

November 5, 2024

Microsoft just reported a whopping 16% increase in revenue for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, reaching a massive $65. 6 billion. This figure not only surpassed what analysts expected but also showed where Microsoft is placing its bets for the future. Instead of relying heavily on traditi

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The Truth About Trump and Russia: A Closer Look

November 4, 2024

In May 2016, a Trump campaign adviser named George Papadopoulos shared some secret info with an Australian diplomat named Alexander Downer. He said Russia had details that could hurt Trump's rival, Hillary Clinton. This chat led to a big investigation into how Russia tried to influence the 2016 U. S

technology

Meta's AR Glasses: A Look into the Future

November 1, 2024

Meta's new Orion AR glasses are giving us a sneak peek into what the future might look like. These glasses, which are still in the prototype stage, are more than just a cool gadget. They're Meta's big bet to reduce dependence on smartphones and the app stores controlled by Apple and Google. Imagine

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Putin’s Picks: What the U. S. Election Means for Russia

November 1, 2024

In September, Russian President Vladimir Putin was asked about the upcoming U. S. election, and he responded with a wry smile and an arched eyebrow. He didn't seem thrilled about either candidate. "Our favorite was Biden, " he said, referring to the current U. S. president. But since Biden was out o