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Nov 14 2024TECHNOLOGY

Spotting Strange Events in Big Video Data

Video cameras are vital for safety, but with so many hours of footage, figuring out what's normal and what's not can be tough. This research uses the power of ResNet50, VGG19, EfficientNetB7, and the superstar ViT_b16 to smartly shrink video files. By pinpointing key frames, the system avoids exhaus

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Nov 14 2024POLITICS

NYC Mayor Adams Seen with Potential Witness at Charity Event

Last month, New York City Mayor Eric Adams made an unexpected appearance at a food giveaway event in Manhattan. The same event was attended by a Turkish businessman named Sezgin Baran Korkmaz, who is involved in a separate legal case. Korkmaz is suspected to be a potential witness against Mayor Adam

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Syphilis Drop: New Antibiotic Use by Gay Men May Be the Key

It seems like the tide might be turning for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). After years of seeing record highs, the top three bacterial STIs have started to drop since the Covid pandemic. Syphilis, which is one of the most infectious STIs, went down by 10% in 2023. This is a big deal, especi

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

The UK's Plan to Outsmart Pandemics

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit hard, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) has been working on a clever plan. They want to spot the next big disease before it spreads. How? By teaming up with a company called Oxford Nanopore. This company has a super-fast way to read DNA, which can help find

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Holiday Eating: Managing Acid Reflux

Holidays are here, and with them comes a spike in acid reflux cases. Dr. Pochapin from NYU Langone Health explains what causes this discomfort and how to enjoy your feast without the burn. Unlike occasional heartburn, GERD is a long-term condition causing frequent symptoms like heartburn and regurgi

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Nov 11 2024HEALTH

Knee Pain: How Pilates Can Step In

Knee pain is no fun, right? But did you know that instead of just taking it easy, you can actually fight back against it with the right exercises? Pilates, for instance, can be a game-changer. It turns out that about one in four adults experience knee pain, and that number has been on the rise. Ost

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Nov 10 2024CELEBRITIES

Jennifer Lopez's 'Wicked' Premiere Look: A Fashion Night Out

Jennifer Lopez really turned heads at the "Wicked" premiere in Los Angeles. She wore a stunning Zuhair Murad dress that showed off her style. The dress had a halter neck, a high slit, and cutouts that left her lower back uncovered. It was a bold choice, and she pulled it off perfectly. She paired th

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Nov 10 2024ENVIRONMENT

Wildfire Rages in Lynn Woods: A Look at Dry Conditions and Resident Concerns

In Lynn Woods Reservation, a brush fire has been raging, torching over 100 acres. Fire crews are on the scene, fighting the flames amidst unusually dry conditions. For locals who love the reservation, seeing it burn is tough. “The woods just can’t catch a break, ” said one resident, feeling helpless

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Nov 10 2024CELEBRITIES

Royals Unite at Festival of Remembrance: A Look at Kate's Comeback

Tonight, London's Royal Albert Hall hosted the annual Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance, and the scene was set with the arrival of Prince William and Princess Kate. Dressed elegantly, Kate stepped out with her husband, marking one of her first major public appearances this year. King Char

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Nov 09 2024HEALTH

Learn to Save Lives: Hammond Event Teaches Opioid Overdose Response

Hey there! Ever thought about being a life-saver? Well, here's your chance. The Louisiana Department of Health is putting on a cool event in Hammond on November 12. It's all about teaching people how to spot and help someone who's overdosed on opioids. You'll learn about Narcan, a special medicine t

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