Imagine a lot of people, each with their own thoughts. They're all linked, like a big social network. The Deffuant model helps us understand how their opinions change over time. Here's an interesting fact: their thoughts aren't just numbers; they're specific and can vary by topic. When they chat wit
Scientists are exploring how the spread of religious ideas, or "memes, " can shape the diversity we see in religions today. They compare this to how diseases or helpful microbes spread and evolve within hosts. Just like pathogens, religious memes can jump from person to person, influencing how peopl
Elections always shake things up, and the latest one is no different. The Federal Reserve is planning to lower interest rates again on Thursday. Why? To tackle inflation, which has been bothering many Americans. But here's where it gets tricky. The new President-elect, Donald Trump, has some bold ec
You might think of celebrities as entertainers or athletes, but in China, CEOs are also becoming famous faces. A new study found that these celebrity CEOs are using their status to drive innovation in their companies. From 2015 to 2020, researchers looked at Chinese listed companies and discovered t
Have you ever considered using Large Language Models (LLMs) for time series (TS) tasks? Instead of training new models from scratch, you can fine-tune existing LLMs to handle TS data. This approach is known as TS-for-LLM. The challenge with TS data is its complexity and scarcity. To tackle this, a
President Donald Trump has grand plans for the Middle East, promising peace in a region torn by war. He wants to end the brutal conflict in Gaza, quell tensions with Iran, and support Israel. But his history and promises raise questions. Trump has always backed Israel strongly and wants to wipe out
Did you know Apple might be working on a cheaper version of the Vision Pro? The rumor is that they want to cut costs by using a new type of OLED display. This screen could be brighter, but it won't be as sharp as the current model. The original Vision Pro uses super high-resolution OLED panels from
Grant Hill might be known for his impressive basketball career, but his smart money moves are what really make him stand out. In a league full of wealthy players, Hill has carved out a special place for himself as a post-retirement superstar in the business world. Hill didn't follow the typical
Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, who co-starred in the 2004 film "50 First Dates, " have kids who are now having their own movie nights. Recently, Drew walked into a scene where her kids and Adam's daughter were enjoying the same rom-com they made together years ago. She was both surprised and delig
In EA Sports FC 25, pace matters, especially for centre-backs. If you're playing a high line, your defenders need to be quick to track back and clear the ball. We've rounded up the nine fastest gold centre-backs in the game, based on their overall pace ratings. Check out who made the list! For star
