Figuring out if texts are positive or negative, called sentiment analysis, is super useful in lots of fields. While machines can now do this super fast and accurately, lexicon-based methods have their own perks. They might not be as perfect as machine learning or big language models, but they can wo
Imagine you're looking at a world map that shows future climate changes. How do your eyes move? A study used eye-tracking to find out. They wanted to know if people focus on the same spots and if being alone or with someone changes how we look at these maps. The study found that people tend to stare
President Nicolás Maduro is set to continue his rule in Venezuela until 2031, following his inauguration on Friday. This comes despite widespread allegations that his opponent, Edmundo González, actually won the recent election. Many people in the capital, Caracas, protested against Maduro's new ter
Delta Air Lines is kicking off 2024 with high hopes, as they've just shared their first-quarter forecast. The airline expects to generate over $4 billion in free cash this year, which is an 18% increase from 2024. They're aiming for annual adjusted earnings of over $7. 35 per share, a significant ju
NASCAR's 2025 season is starting with a bang by bringing the Busch Light Clash to Bowman Gray Stadium in North Carolina. This iconic track, known as the "Madhouse, " hasn't hosted a Cup Series event in over 50 years. Fans have been eagerly snapping up all 17, 000 tickets, and drivers are preparing f
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, has a new idea for fighting misinformation. Instead of relying on external fact-checkers, Meta will use a program called Community Notes. This means users themselves will add context, corrections, or clarifications to posts on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and
At CES 2025, I was blown away by the coolest gadgets, like wearables and AI advancements. But nothing compared to Jennie, the robot puppy from Tombot. Her adorable wagging tail and furry face caught my attention. As a nurse, I've seen pets change lives, especially for folks with dementia and other c
Antimicrobial peptides, nicknamed AMPs, are tiny peptides that help defend against diseases. As antibiotic resistance grows thanks to misuse, finding AMPs has become a big deal. These peptides could be an alternative to traditional antibiotics. The challenge lies in accurately identifying AMPs using
Think about how doctors decide what’s best for their patients. It used to be mainly based on their experience and opinions. But over the past 50 years, things have changed. Doctors now rely more on scientific research and evidence. This is called evidence-based medicine. Randomized controlled trials
The year has started off rough for many, including several celebrities who have lost their homes in recent fires across Los Angeles. From the Palisades to Pasadena and Hollywood, the fires have been devastating. Stars like Leighton Meester, Adam Brody, Anna Faris, and Cobie Smulders have all had the
