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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Health Care and Big Language Models: Picking the Right Path

Large language models (LLMs) are making waves in health care, but how do we choose the best one? It all depends on your health system's needs, budget, and infrastructure. There are three main ways to use LLMs: training from scratch, fine-tuning pretrained models, or using out-of-the-box solutions. E

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Nov 15 2024WEATHER

Snowy Days Ahead: Travel Warnings for Multiple States

Get ready for some snowy roads! The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued warnings and advisories for several states, expecting heavy snowfall and icy conditions. Washington is especially in the line of fire, with up to 18 inches of snow predicted for some areas. This could make traveling very t

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Nov 15 2024CRYPTO

The Must-See Wallets for Your Bitcoin and Dogecoin

Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Dogecoin are making waves again, with Bitcoin even hitting $90, 000 this week. If you’re diving into crypto, you’ll need a safe place to store your digital wealth. Leaving your assets on a crypto exchange means the company holds them in a custodial wallet. While con

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Nov 15 2024SCIENCE

Nanotech Splits in Water Desalination: A Molecular Look

The world is running out of clean water. Scientists are searching for better ways to turn salty water into fresh water. One popular method is forward osmosis (FO), which uses less energy and is cheaper. In this study, scientists used computer simulations to test a new kind of FO membrane made from t

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

The Gaza Displacement: A Humanitarian Crisis

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has released a stark report detailing Israel's actions in Gaza. The report, titled "Hopeless, Starving, and Besieged, " accuses Israel of war crimes and crimes against humanity. According to HRW, Israel has forced nearly 2 million Palestinians from their homes, a move that v

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Nov 15 2024SCIENCE

Why Elon Musk's Quest for Efficient Science Might Miss the Mark

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been tasked with cutting waste in government, including scientific research. Some studies, like those involving shrimp on treadmills or bobcat pee on rats, may seem pointless. But these experiments play a vital role in understanding the world around us. Science thr

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

Palestinians Displaced: Who's to Blame?

Recently, Human Rights Watch (HRW) released a report that strongly accuses Israel of causing mass displacement of Palestinians in Gaza. This is not just any displacement; it's forced and deliberate, says HRW. The report comes at a time when the situation in Gaza is horrible. A lot of it has been red

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Nov 14 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Why Are Dragon Age's Moral Dilemmas Missing in The Veilguard?

BioWare, known for world-building, storytelling, and character development, hit a snag with recent games. Now, they're back with The Veilguard, but something feels off. Where are the tough decisions that make BioWare games shine? The ones that make you question your actions and their consequences?

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

A New Shake-Up: Trump's Surprising Defense Pick

President Trump's unexpected choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has sparked controversies. Known for his views against women in combat and support for troops accused of war crimes, Hegseth's appointment signals a potential shake-up in Pentagon leadership. Many within and outside the governm

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Nov 14 2024CRIME

Spotlight: Satirical Site Takes Over Infowars

In a surprising twist, The Onion has snapped up Infowars, the controversial platform run by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. This purchase comes with the backing of families affected by the Sandy Hook tragedy and a deal with a gun control group. The Onion plans to use Infowars' assets for its own con

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