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Nov 09 2024POLITICS

A Local Professor's Take on Trump's Surprising Win

In the aftermath of Election Day 2024, Matthew Record, an assistant professor at Molloy University, shared some intriguing insights about President-elect Trump's victory over Vice President Harris. Record, who teaches American Politics and Public Policy, noted something quite unexpected: young peopl

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Nov 09 2024BUSINESS

Sony's Entertainment Profits Take a Dive in Q2

Sony Pictures Entertainment had a tough Q2, with profits dipping to $124 million. This is a slide of 39% from the same period last year. Adjusted operating income was also down, coming in at $218 million, a decrease of 26%. Revenue took a 14% hit, landing at $2. 385 billion. Why the drop? Fewer T

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Nov 09 2024SPORTS

Sports-QA: A Game-Changer in Video Understanding

Imagine you're watching a sports video and want to know something specific, like why a player made a certain move or what happens right before a big score. This is where Sports-QA comes in. It's a new way to analyze videos that's specifically designed for sports. Why is this a big deal? Well, sports

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Nov 09 2024SCIENCE

What Happens When We Stress Out a Slime Mould?

Have you ever wondered how a slime mould handles stress? Scientists have found a unique way to study this. They looked at a type of slime mould called Physarum polycephalum, known for its ability to adapt to changes in its environment. Using two new techniques, they observed how the slime mould grow

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Nov 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Religion in AI: Bias and Emotions Decoded

Emotions guide our actions and reveal our values. Past studies show that Large Language Models (LLMs) have biases when it comes to attributing emotions based on gender. But religion, unlike gender, comes with a set of beliefs and values. Different religions nurture specific emotions, and these rules

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Nov 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Weather's Continuous Shift: A New Way to See It

When you snap a picture outside, the weather can be all kinds of things - sunny, rainy, cloudy, you name it. Weather really affects how well computer programs can figure out what's in a photo. Most current methods treat weather as a clear-cut thing, like a list of choices. But in the real world, wea

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Nov 09 2024TECHNOLOGY

Saving Energy at Home: A New Way to Control Heating Bills

Ever thought about managing your home's heating in a smart way? Well, one cool project did just that in Québec! The idea was to use models—called gray-box models—to figure out the best times to heat a house based on new electricity rates. First, let's talk about the place. It was a two-story resear

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Nov 09 2024ENVIRONMENT

Environmental Conflicts in Villavicencio's Micro-Basins: A Historical and Social Perspective

Over the years, Villavicencio's micro-basins have witnessed various social and environmental conflicts. These conflicts stem from the practices of social actors, who engage in socio-economic and cultural activities that influence the use of natural resources. The processes of territorialization in t

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Nov 09 2024HEALTH

The Unsung Heroes: School Counselors and Student Mental Health

Imagine navigating the complexities of teenage years without a trusted guide. That's where school counselors step in. From Alabama to Wyoming, and beyond, these professionals are the unsung heroes who help students tackle mental health challenges. They're not just there for academic advice; they're

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Nov 09 2024SCIENCE

Unlocking Longevity: The Power of Decentralized Science

Imagine a world where scientific research isn't held back by red tape and slow funding. Welcome to the realm of Decentralized Science, or DeSci for short. This innovative approach uses blockchain technology to shake up the traditional way science gets funded and published. Why is this important? Wel

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