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Feb 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

Can Large Language Models Pass Surgical Exams?

Imagine trying to pass a surgical exam with the help of a computer. A recent study asked just that. These computers are known as large language models (LLMs). They have been trained to understand and generate human language. Lately, these models have been given the ability to process images as well

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Spotlight on Vaccine Safety: Can combo models help?

COVID-19 vaccines are being used in many countries. People are very careful when it comes to safety. Literally billions of text reports about VAE's are being collected from social media and VAERS. One way to understand what is being said is to use large language models (LLMs) that can understand c

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Feb 10 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mystery of Mixed Ferroelectrics

Have you ever wondered what happens when strange electric dipoles start to behave differently in mixed ferroelectrics? Imagine a bunch of these tiny electric dipoles spread out randomly across a material. Each one is like a tiny magnet but with electric fields instead of magnetic fields. Scientists

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Feb 10 2025SPORTS

Eagles' Gambit Goes Awry: How a Penalty Made a Mark

The stage was set as the Eagles got a crack at fourth down during the opening drive. A risk was taken. The quarterback, Jalen Hurts, launched a deep ball for A. J. Brown, covering a span of 32 yards. The crowd was thrilled, that is until it all fell apart. An offensive pa

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Power Struggle: Trump's Team Challenges Court Decisions

things are heating up in Washington. Trump's top officials are questioning the judicial branch's authority. This is happening because the courts are stalling Trump's ambitious plans. These plans include changes to federal jobs and government structure. Officials like J. D Vance, and the billionaire

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Feb 10 2025SPORTS

Eagles Soar in New Orleans, Mahomes' Night Turns into a Nightmare

The Super Bowl, an annual showdown of NFL giants, saw the Philadelphia Eagles soar to victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in New Orleans. It was a night of triumph for the Eagles, and a disappointing collapse for the Chiefs. The Eagles' star quarterback, Jalen Hurts, led his team to a commanding wi

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Feb 10 2025POLITICS

Trump Stubbling EV Charging Stations, Can They Still Run?

Recent moves by the Trump administration to slow down the electric car charging infrastructure might block the government from using funds. The plan was to direct states to stop EV charging infrastructure projects, using funds allocated under the former president Joe Biden. Trump has described this

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Feb 10 2025SPORTS

Football's Big Game: Eagles Lead Change at the End!

The Eagles made a big move. Brandon Graham, the defensive end, made a comeback to the field. His return inspired a lot of chatter. He was declared questionable earlier, making everyone wonder. But, turns out, when he was put on the list of injured players it meant he was definitely going to play! Hi

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Feb 10 2025CELEBRITIES

Super Bowl Style: Why Cargo Pants Are the New Cool

The Super Bowl is more than just a football game. It's where young fashionistas get a chance to shine. Take Blue Ivy Carter, for example. She's turning heads with her style. This 13-year-old knows how to make a statement. At Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, Blue Ivy wore something unexpected.

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Feb 10 2025HEALTH

Testing the social performance rating scale: more than just anxiety

Have you ever wondered if the Social Performance Rating Scale (SPRS) is useful beyond just measuring social anxiety disorder? The SPRS is a tool that observations anxiety behaviours in social settings. Typically, it has been used to study social anxiety disorder (SAD). However, wha

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