A Faberge egg, known as the Winter Egg, is about to hit the auction block. It's expected to fetch over $26 million. This isn't just any egg. It's a rare piece of history, made for Russia's royal family before the revolution. The egg is small, about 4 inches tall. But it's packed with detail. It's made of rock crystal and covered in tiny diamonds and platinum snowfla...
A man now accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D. C. , once fought in Afghanistan as part of a controversial paramilitary group. This group, known as a “Zero Unit, ” worked closely with the C. I. A. and was notorious for its harsh tactics. Human rights groups even labeled them “death squads. ” The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, grew up in a ...
Heart scans using MRI give doctors a clear look at the heart's structure. This helps in spotting heart problems early. But, making these scans work well with computers needs lots of labeled data. Labeling data is a big job. It takes time and effort. A new method called PDFMSeg changes this. It uses a small amount of labeled data and a lot of unlabeled data. This mak...
AI is getting smarter every day, but there's a problem. It's like a super-smart robot that can do amazing things, but no one knows how it does them. This is because AI often works like a black box. You put information in, and it gives you answers, but you can't see how it figures things out. This makes it hard for people to trust and understand AI. To fix this, scie...
The world is getting older, and at the same time, it's getting heavier. This is not a good mix. More and more older people are struggling with obesity. This is a big problem. It leads to serious health issues. Things like heart disease, diabetes, and trouble moving around. It also makes older adults frail. This can mean they can't live on their own anymore. Why is t...
Jazz enthusiasts in San Diego have a lot to look forward to this holiday season. The Jacobs Music Center is hosting a special event celebrating John Coltrane's iconic 1958 album "Blue Train. " This concert features Brian Levy on tenor sax and includes Gilbert Castellanos on trumpet. The show starts at 6:30 p. m. , with the Young Jazz Conservatory opening the performa...
Bitcoin has been a hot topic, but it's not the only way to invest. In fact, it might not even be the best way. Bitcoin doesn't pay dividends, and it's super volatile. That's why many investors are looking elsewhere for steady income and growth. Instead of putting all their money into crypto, some investors are turning to closed-end funds (CEFs) that focus on tech st...
Security Matters (SMX) PLC, an Irish company, saw its stock price jump by nearly 48% in after-hours trading on Wednesday. This surge came after the company showcased its molecular identity technology at the DMCC Precious Metals Conference in Dubai. The tech embeds invisible markers into materials, which remain intact even after melting, recasting, storage, and transp...
In many parts of the world, women facing financial struggles often deal with type 2 diabetes. This condition can seriously impact their health. Yoga is a flexible, budget-friendly, and safe activity. It might help these women manage their blood sugar levels and take better care of themselves. Researchers wanted to test if yoga could make a difference. They divided w...
November 27th is a special day for many stars. It's the birthday of Jaleel White and Alison Pill, among others. But did you know that Kathryn Bigelow, the director, is also celebrating her birthday? She just released a new film called \"A House of Dynamite. \" Bill Nye, known as \"The Science Guy, \" is turning 70. This year, he got a star on the Hollywood Walk of F...