In the vast skies over the Pacific, a high-stakes competition is unfolding. The United States and China are both pushing the limits of their airpower, each aiming to outdo the other. The U. S. is betting big on advanced technology, while China is focusing on sheer numbers. The U. S. Air Force is ma
Toyota's 2GR-FE V6 engine has been a workhorse for the company, powering a wide range of vehicles over the years. This 3. 5-liter V6 engine first appeared in the 2005 Toyota Avalon and has since been used in various models, including the Camry, RAV4, and even the Lotus Evora. The 2GR-FE engine is k
Australia is making a strong push to host the COP31 climate summit in 2025. The country's Energy Minister, Chris Bowen, is heading to Brazil for the COP30 summit to advocate for Australia's bid. This comes as Australia and Turkey are locked in a competition to host the event. The COP, or Conference
Portland's weather is set to be a mix of sun, clouds, and rain in the coming days. First, let's talk about Veterans Day. It's looking like a decent day for outdoor plans. The weather will be dry, and temperatures will be just a bit above average. Expect a partly sunny morning, but clouds will start
Bayesian statistics is a powerful tool for making sense of data. It helps us understand the uncertainty around our estimates. But what happens when our models are not perfect? This is called model misspecification. In such cases, Bayesian posteriors may not accurately reflect the true uncertainty. M
In Auckland, a recent effort focused on young people from the Pacific community. The goal was to learn more about their understanding of type 2 diabetes. This included checking their knowledge, attitudes, and risk factors. The project took place during community health events. It aimed to screen an
In the world of smartphones, Huawei has just launched the Mate 70 Air, adding to the growing list of devices competing with the iPhone Air. This new device is a bit thicker and heavier, but it makes up for it with impressive features. The Mate 70 Air stands out with four rear cameras and a massive
In a surprising move, a high-ranking Fijian diplomat paid a visit to Taiwan this week. Filipo Tarakinikini, Fiji's permanent representative to the United Nations, met with Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim. This visit is quite unusual because Fiji officially recognizes China, which strongly oppo
Washington State stands out as the top spot in the U. S. for UFO sightings per person. This isn't just a random occurrence; there are reasons behind it. Some might joke that it's because of the state's unique weather patterns. First, let's consider the numbers. Over the past year, Washington had on
South Korea's leader, Lee Jae Myung, recently met with China's President Xi Jinping. He asked for China's help to start talks with North Korea. This meeting happened after a big event with leaders from countries around the Pacific Ocean. Xi Jinping said China wants to work closely with South Korea.
