The tech world is buzzing with a major change that caught many off guard. The shift to TPUs, or Tensor Processing Units, is happening faster than anyone predicted. These specialized chips are designed to handle complex tasks that regular processors struggle with. They are becoming the go-to choice for many tech giants. But why the sudden interest? TPUs are incredibl...
Robots are improving at making plans, even when things get chaotic. Think about a robot trying to move through a room full of stuff. It needs to split big jobs into smaller, easier tasks. This is where something called hierarchical reinforcement learning (HRL) helps. HRL lets robots plan by setting smaller goals. But, it's not always smooth sailing. The robot's actio...
In Erie, it's not uncommon to find unusual animals in the water. Last year, there was talk of an alligator in Lake Erie, and this summer, a freshwater jellyfish was seen near Presque Isle. But in mid-November, something even more unexpected happened: an axolotl was found swimming in Walnut Creek. This rare salamander, usually found in Mexico, was rescued and taken to...
Mercy Ships is on a mission to bring advanced healthcare to some of the most remote places in the world. They use two large hospital ships, the Global Mercy and the Africa Mercy, to serve low-income communities in Africa. These ships are like floating cities, with over 800 people on board, including medical staff, families, and volunteers. The ships dock in areas whe...
AI toys are becoming more popular, but experts are worried. These toys use advanced technology to chat with kids, acting like friends. The problem? They might not be good for children's emotional growth. Experts say these toys can replace real friendships. Kids learn about relationships from interacting with others. But AI toys give a fake version of friendship. Thi...
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has shared the lineup for its 2025 Entertainment Industry Conference. This event, taking place on December 4th, will honor three industry leaders with the Commitment to California Award. These awards recognize individuals who have significantly contributed to the entertainment scene in California. Drew Goddard and Sarah Esberg are a...
RFK Jr. has recently made some big changes to the CDC's stance on vaccines and autism. He's been saying that vaccines might cause autism, even though lots of studies say they don't. This is a big deal because vaccines are super important for keeping people healthy. RFK Jr. has been making some big changes at the CDC. He fired a bunch of experts and replaced them wit...
Parents and kids often share more than just looks or hobbies. They can also share stress levels. This is called cortisol synchrony, where the stress hormone cortisol in parents and children aligns. But what causes this synchrony is still a mystery. This makes it tough to know how to help families improve their stress connection. Cortisol is a hormone that plays a bi...
This Thanksgiving, hundreds of immigrants will not be gathering around a warm table. Instead, they will be locked up in a Massachusetts jail, far from their families and the lives they have built. These individuals came to the U. S. seeking safety, just like the pilgrims did centuries ago. They have been working, paying taxes, and waiting for their asylum cases to be...
Keurig Dr Pepper has a new top finance executive. Anthony DiSilvestro is stepping in as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He's coming from Mattel, where he was the CFO for five years. DiSilvestro will be based in Burlington and will report to CEO Tim Cofer. This change comes at an interesting time for Keurig Dr Pepper. The company is planning to buy JDE Peet’s,...