Colombo, Sri Lanka's bustling capital, has seen major weather changes over the past 42 years. A new study using both ground and satellite data shows that Colombo stands out compared to other parts of the country and even the Western Province. Since 1980, the city has faced alterations in rainfall pa
Extreme weather events, made worse by climate change, are causing trouble in Latin America’s food scene. A recent United Nations report highlights how harsh weather has driven up crop prices in countries like Argentina, Mexico, and Nicaragua. In Argentina and Mexico, for instance, corn prices skyroc
Sha’Carri Richardson, known for her speed on the track, is showing off a new look and a new love. She recently shared a picture of her loose, curly hair and a red bag, which turned out to be a gift from her rumored boyfriend, Christian Coleman. The two athletes, who are training together for the 202
Kaan Ofli, a UFC fighter known by his nickname 'Genghis, ' has an inspiring story behind his success in the MMA world. Born in Melbourne to a Turkish immigrant mother, he faced a tough childhood. He left school early to support his family, which included living in a car. Despite these struggles, his
In Texas, the tide has turned on vaccine mandates. Once a tough sell, proposals to loosen vaccine rules now have lawmakers' ears. Groups like Texans For Vaccine Choice, led by Rebecca Hardy, are gaining traction. They argue parents should decide if and when their kids get vaccinated. This shift come
A New York State Police officer, Thomas Mascia, who claimed to have been shot by a suspect, is now facing charges. The 27-year-old trooper turned himself in on Monday, along with his parents. They are accused of crimes like tampering with evidence, falsely reporting a crime, and illegal gun possessi
Get ready for another thrilling season of The White Lotus! This time, the luxury hotel is in Thailand, and it's welcoming a new cast of characters, including some familiar faces. Walton Goggins, known for his role in Fallout, plays Rick Hatchett, who's traveling with his younger girlfriend. Harry Po
Recent times have seen artificial intelligence (AI) making waves in medicine. One area where AI is being explored is in surgical contexts, particularly in interpreting medical images. This study dives into how six different AI tools, called multimodal large language models (MLLMs), handle images rel
Imagine this: you're a big tech company in the U. S. , riding high on the AI wave. Then, out of nowhere, a little-known Chinese startup called DeepSeek shows off a chatbot that's as good as yours, but way cheaper. That's what happened, and it sent shockwaves through the U. S. stock market. Companies
Imagine you're in a hospital, and there's a special screen in your room. It's called a Patient Infotainment Terminal, or PIT for short. It does three main things: gives you general info, teaches you about your health, and keeps you entertained. This tech is super important for hospitals that want to
