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Nov 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

Uncovering the Power of Data: A Multidisciplinary Adventure

Are you curious about how companies like Walmart and Google make crucial decisions? The secret ingredient is often data science—a fascinating field where data meets science to create something amazing. Think of it as the scientists at CERN using data to make predictions and share results. But what e

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Nov 07 2024SCIENCE

NASA's VIPER Rover: A New Path Forward

NASA's VIPER lunar rover mission, which was canceled in July, is now under review for potential repurposing. About 50 initial expressions of interest were received, with a more formal request for information (RFI) issued afterward. NASA is currently considering partnerships to move forward with the

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Nov 06 2024EDUCATION

'Beyond Blame: Learning from a Hate Crime'

Imagine this: a hate crime happens close to your school. You'd expect everyone to react the same way, right? Not quite. At Columbia University School of Social Work, reactions varied. Some students might have shown subtle racism without even realizing it. This isn't just about one bad incident; it's

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Nov 06 2024OPINION

How Experts Align Views: A Simple Trick

Ever wondered how experts manage to agree on a topic when they all have different opinions? There's a clever method called "continuous update" that helps them find common ground. Here's how it works: Each expert listens to their peers and tweaks their view based on what they hear. The more similar t

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Nov 06 2024SCIENCE

Celebrating Schwinger: Harvard's Tribute to a Physics Giant

Theoretical physicist Julian Schwinger was a big deal in the world of science. He helped shape modern quantum mechanics. On February 12, 2018, Harvard University held a special event called "The Memories of Julian" to mark 100 years since his birth. It's pretty impressive that even a century after h

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Trump's Health Pick: What It Means for Patients and Drugmakers

Donald Trump has hinted that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , a notable vaccine skeptic, might play a significant role in his administration's health policies if he wins the presidency. This decision is causing concern among health experts. Some fear that it could lead to lower vaccination rates, an increase

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

How News Teams Pick the President - Trust the Process

Election night is excitement time! Imagining all those votes being counted while you watch the results come in on TV or online. But how exactly do news organizations say who wins? They’ve got a secret squad called “decision desks” that use data, math, and talking to voters to figure it out. In fact,

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Celebs Out for Kamala: Stars Back Harris on Eve of Election

As Election Day approached, famous faces like Oprah Winfrey, Lady Gaga, and Jon Bon Jovi showed up to support Kamala Harris' presidential campaign. Pennsylvania was buzzing with star power, with Harris' rally in Pittsburgh featuring Cedric the Entertainer, Katy Perry, and Andra Day, while her Philad

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Nov 04 2024SPORTS

Roy Keane Slams United's Performance After Chelsea Draw

Roy Keane, a former star midfielder for Manchester United, has strongly criticized the team's recent performance. The Red Devils drew 1-1 with Chelsea in the Premier League, and Keane believes the team's display was far from impressive. He suggested that the incoming manager, Ruben Amorim, should ha

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Nov 04 2024POLITICS

Trump's Unusual Speech: Talks About Violence, Challenges 2020 Loss

Former President Donald Trump recently gave a surprising and heated speech. The rally took place in Pennsylvania, just two days before the 2024 election. Trump talked openly about journalists being shot and suggested it might be better if they were harmed. He also brought up his 2020 election loss t

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