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Dec 14 2024TECHNOLOGY

Multimodal AI leaps forward with Google's real-time Gemini 2. 0 Flash

Google has just dropped Gemini 2. 0 Flash, a game-changer in the world of AI. This new tool lets you chat live with your phone or computer's camera, video, or audio. It's part of a bigger trend called multimodal AI, where computers understand and interact with the world using multiple senses. This

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Dec 14 2024BUSINESS

Steel Deal Sparks Environmental Concerns in Indiana

A potential deal between U. S. Steel and Nippon Steel has got some Indiana residents worried. While Gary Mayor Eddie Melton thinks the sale could be good for the local economy, some environmental groups aren't so sure. They're worried that Nippon Steel might keep using aging blast furnaces, which ar

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Unusual TCS Cases: Surgery Before Symptoms Strike

Did you know that tethered cord syndrome (TCS) isn't always about urologic symptoms? There are patients out there who have a normal-looking conus medullaris and filum terminale on an MRI, but still, doctors suspect they might have TCS. This research dives into the outcomes of surgical treatments for

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Dec 13 2024POLITICS

Mayor Postpones Budget Vote to Monday Amidst Council Dubiety

Mayor Brandon Johnson and his allies decided to delay the final vote on the 2025 budget until Monday, instead of voting as expected on Friday. Johnson's budget plan includes a $68. 5 million property tax hike and other fee and tax increases. This decision follows an extended and contentious budget s

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Dec 13 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Brandi Glanville's Health Mystery: A Year-Long Search

Former reality TV star, Brandi Glanville, has been on a quest to solve a mysterious health issue that's been affecting her for over a year. She's seen a variety of doctors, from immunologists to rheumatologists, but none have been able to pinpoint the cause. Glanville's symptoms include facial swell

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Dec 13 2024BUSINESS

Costco's Q1 2025: Shoppers Spend More at Home

Costco's first-quarter earnings surprised Wall Street with better-than-expected results, as shoppers spent more on jewelry, luggage, and furniture. The company's Chief Financial Officer, Gary Millerchip, noted that customers are being selective with their purchases but are willing to spend on unique

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

How the Endoplasmic Reticulum Moves Stuff Around

Ever wondered how the endoplasmic reticulum (ER)—the biggest compartment in our cells—moves things around inside? This is a big deal, especially for understanding diseases that happen when the ER doesn't form right. Scientists think the ER might use tiny muscle-like contractions to move stuff around

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Dec 13 2024CRIME

Three Men Allege Sexual Assaults by Diddy in Recent Lawsuits

In New York City today, three men filed lawsuits claiming they were sexually assaulted by Sean "Diddy" Combs in separate incidents between 2019 and 2022. These allegations come as Combs, who is currently in jail awaiting trial on sex trafficking and racketeering charges, was granted access to a lapt

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Dec 13 2024POLITICS

The Fall of Assad: What's Next for Syria?

Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has crumbled after decades of brutal rule and a long civil war. The rebels, led by Abu Mohammad al-Julani, have taken control of Damascus. But who are these rebels? Al-Julani has ties to radical Islamic groups and is now preaching "diversity. " Is this a good thing

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Dec 13 2024OPINION

Nativity Scenes in Public: A Look at the Legal Journey

Every December, you’ll see twinkling lights, Christmas trees, and maybe even a nativity scene in town squares. For many years, these scenes were common, but some people think they shouldn’t be allowed in public places. The U. S. has a long history of religious displays during the holidays. However,

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