A recent court order has led to a peculiar situation for thousands of federal workers. Around 24, 570 probationary employees have been told their jobs are back, but most are now on paid leave. This means they're getting paid without working, at least for now. The Internal Revenue Service, Environmen
In a twist of events, the fight for justice continues for Lucy Letby, a nurse convicted of killing babies. Letby and former hospital bosses are pushing to stop an ongoing inquiry into the deaths of infants. This inquiry is looking into the deaths of babies at the Countess of Chester Hospital in no
The world of politics has always been a battleground of ideas. However, with the rise of advanced technology, this battlefield has expanded into the digital realm. One of the most concerning developments is the use of large language models (LLMs) in creating convincing election disinformation. These
The future of smartphones is looking expensive. A new, foldable iPhone is on the horizon, and it won't come cheap. This upcoming device is expected to start at around 2, 300 US dollars. That's a lot of money. To put it into perspective, it's almost double the cost of the latest iPhone model, the iPh
Fluorescent biosensors are like tiny spies inside cells. They help scientists watch what's happening without causing any harm. These tools are super important in cell biology and medical research. They let scientists see how much of certain substances are in cells and track other signals. For a lon
AI has made huge strides in creating videos that look real. Now, anyone with enough time and money can make clips that seem like they were filmed with a regular camera. This has led to some impressive creations, like a crime TV series made entirely with AI. The series, titled "Echoes of the Abyss Se
The U. S. launched a series of airstrikes in Yemen, targeting key leaders of the Iranian-backed Houthis. This move, announced by National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, marks a shift in strategy. The strikes were more than just retaliation; they were a targeted effort to dismantle the Houthis' lead
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a tough condition to treat. Two medications, nintedanib and pirfenidone, have been used to manage it. But which one is better for the money? Let's dive into the details. IPF is a progressive lung disease that scares many doctors and patients. It's hard
Rabbits and hares have a unique feature in their skulls. They have holes in their snouts and at the back of their skulls. This is unusual because other herbivores with long snouts don't have these holes. Scientists have been curious about why these holes exist and what purpose they serve. T
Robotic arms, or six-degree-of-freedom (DOF) parallel mechanisms, face big challenges. These challenges include internal uncertainties, external disturbances, and interference between actuators. To tackle these issues, researchers developed a clever control strategy. This strategy combines third-ord
