Online forums have become a battleground for paid opinion manipulators. These individuals, often referred to as trolls, are not just random troublemakers. Some are part of organized groups, paid by political parties or PR agencies to sway public opinion. Identifying these paid trolls is challenging
People have been using a plant called Ligustrum lucidum in traditional Chinese medicine for a long time. Scientists have been paying a lot of attention to a part of this plant called FLL-P. This part of the plant has been changed in a lab to make it work better. This change is called acetylation. Th
The UConn Huskies have proven they are the team to beat in women's college basketball. They've secured the top spot in the latest power rankings. But the real surprise is the USC Trojans, who have climbed to the No. 6 position after starting the season at No. 17. USC's rise is thanks to a tough win
Ever notice how your music, movie, or anime recommendations often seem to be the same popular stuff everyone else is into? This isn't just a coincidence. It's a problem called popularity bias. This happens when recommendation systems, those AI tools that suggest what you might like, favor the most p
The USDA took a unique approach to cancel grants in early 2021. They searched for specific words and phrases related to diversity and climate change. This was part of a larger effort across federal agencies to follow President Trump's orders. The president had strong opinions against diversity effor
Modern buildings are becoming more intelligent, with sensors monitoring various aspects like temperature and air quality. However, these sensors often fail to capture all necessary data, leading to gaps that can disrupt building management efforts. Researchers recently developed a clever solution t
In a bold move, indigenous activists disrupted the UN climate conference in Brazil. They stormed the event to push for stronger measures to protect their lands and traditions. The protesters carried signs with messages like \"our forests are not for sale. \" These activists are from the Amazon Basi
Jim Gaffigan is set to receive the first Comedy Vanguard Award from Variety and the New York Comedy Festival. This award is given to him for his significant contributions to comedy and his support for fellow comedians. The award ceremony will take place on November 9th at the Upright Citizens Brigad
Bonds have been on a winning streak this year, defying worries about inflation and high government debt. Intermediate-term corporate bonds are leading the charge, with gains of 8. 5% so far. This is a big jump from last year's 3. 2% increase. Even the broader bond market is up 6. 7%, making it the b
Gal Gadot, the famous actor known for her role in "Wonder Woman, " has been given a big award called the Genesis Prize. This prize is for people who have done great things and support Jewish values. Gadot has been a strong supporter of Israel, especially during the hard times of the war with Hamas.
