A recent court decision has allowed the enforcement of executive orders aimed at ending federal support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. This decision comes after a series of legal challenges. The court's decision allows the orders to be enforced while the lawsuit continues. T
Robotic arms, or six-degree-of-freedom (DOF) parallel mechanisms, face big challenges. These challenges include internal uncertainties, external disturbances, and interference between actuators. To tackle these issues, researchers developed a clever control strategy. This strategy combines third-ord
Duke's victory over North Carolina was a nail-biter. The Blue Devils led by a whopping 24 points. The game was far from over. North Carolina fought back, cutting the lead to just one point. With 4. 1 seconds left, Ven-Allen Lubin had a chance to give the Tar Heels the lead. He missed the first f
Duke's star player, Cooper Flagg, is out for the ACC Tournament. This is a big deal because Flagg is a top player for Duke. He hurt his ankle during a game against Georgia Tech. Flagg was seen limping off the court and then went to the locker room. He came back to the bench but did not play agai
Lizzo, the renowned singer, recently opened up about her struggles with depression during a concert at the Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles. She revealed that in 2023, she felt so overwhelmed by the world that she didn't want to live anymore. This was a time when she was dealing with a lot of pain and
China's fight against deforestation has found an unexpected ally in its poverty alleviation efforts. The Poverty Alleviation Resettlement (PAR) program has shown promising results in protecting forests. This program is different. It doesn't just move people; it sets them up for success with ongoing
Sean "Diddy" Combs, the renowned rapper, is currently facing a federal sex trafficking trial. The spotlight has been on a hotel surveillance video from 2016, showing a heated altercation with his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura. CNN aired this footage in May 2024, but Combs' defense team claims the vid
Ridley Scott's newest crime thriller, "Dope Thief, " has just hit Apple TV Plus. The show is set in North Philly, and it's clear that the creators have a deep love for the city. The city's unique language and culture are woven into the show, making it feel genuine. The main characters, Ray and Ma
Amityville is in the spotlight for a concerning issue. Two raccoons in the area have been confirmed to have rabies, and health officials are worried about the disease spreading. This is the first time since 2009 that rabid raccoons have been found in Suffolk County. The first case was discovere
Connie, a character known for her past troubles with the law, has found herself in hot water again. This time, she's running an illegal sports betting operation in Medford. It's a risky move, especially for someone with a criminal record. Connie's past includes running an underground casino, which l
