POLICIES

Nov 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

Unlocking the Secret to Environment Adaptation in Reinforcement Learning

One of the trickiest parts of teaching a computer to learn through reinforcement is making sure it can handle new situations. A common method is to train the computer to ignore differences between environments. But what if, instead, we taught it to recognize and use those differences to its advantag

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Nov 06 2024POLITICS

Voters in LA Say Goodbye to Gascón

Election night brought a big change in Los Angeles County. District Attorney George Gascón, known for his progressive policies, was shown the door by voters. He got less than 40% of the vote, unable to stand up against former federal prosecutor Nathan Hochman's promise to clamp down on crime. Hochma

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Vote Out Gascón: A Call for Justice in LA

For years, criminals have been roaming free, thanks to lenient deals and a lack of justice. How did we get here? A decade ago, billionaire George Soros started funding local district attorney campaigns, aiming to reshape the justice system. His goal? To make certain criminals have more rights than t

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Empty Seats at Trump's Final Rallies: A Sign of Waning Support?

Former U. S. President Donald Trump recently embarked on a four-rally tour across three states. His first stop was in Raleigh, North Carolina's J. S. Dorton Arena, where many seats sat empty during his 90-minute speech. Despite Trump's frequent boasts about crowd sizes, his final campaign push wasn'

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Nov 04 2024POLITICS

Nikki Haley Backs Trump, Says He's the Better Choice

Former presidential hopeful Nikki Haley recently published an opinion piece supporting Donald Trump, asserting that he is the better choice over current Vice President Kamala Harris. In the Wall Street Journal article released just before Election Day, Haley urges voters to compare policies between

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Fact-Checking Harris: CNN Anchor Sets the Record Straight

On Thursday, CNN anchor Jake Tapper decided to fact-check Vice President Kamala Harris' claims during her Arizona rally. Harris was campaigning in Phoenix, aiming to keep the Democrats' momentum going in this crucial swing state. Election forecasts hint that former President Donald Trump might have

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Nov 01 2024FINANCE

Investing Based on U. S. Presidential Election Outcomes

The upcoming U. S. presidential election is generating interest in certain stocks that could perform well based on who wins. According to Strategas, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have stark differences in their policies, particularly in areas like trade, foreign poli

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Small Businesses: Winners No Matter Who Wins the Election?

Both Democrats and Republicans are courting small business owners ahead of the election. With a high trust rating and employing nearly half of the private sector workforce, small businesses are a significant player. However, owners are uncertain about the election's impact. Small business confidenc

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

Inflation, Tariffs, and Small Businesses: A Look at the Impact

Small-business owners aren't thrilled about the idea of more tariffs. With former President Donald Trump hinting at higher tariffs if he returns to office, businesses like Virginia Beer Co. are worried about increased costs. Chris Smith, the co-founder, saw a 5. 5% surcharge on a supplier's bill aft

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

School Board Mailers Get Ugly in Chicago

Lately, Chicagoans have been finding some strange mailers on their doorsteps. These aren't your usual flyers; they're ads for the upcoming school board election. With 31 candidates vying for 10 seats, the race is heating up. Both the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and groups supporting charter schools

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