Microsoft has introduced a new AI tool named Mu to assist users in navigating Windows 11 settings. This small language model (SLM) is designed to work alongside Phi Silica, another AI model already integrated into Copilot+ PCs. Mu is built to run directly on your computer's neural processing unit (N
Israel and the U. S. recently took action against Iran's nuclear program. They destroyed three nuclear sites. This was after 12 days of conflict. President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu said they won. They believe they stopped Iran from making nuclear weapons for a long time. The U. N. 's Inte
Ever wondered why some genes are active in certain tissues but not others? Or why they behave differently in sickness compared to health? The answer might lie in the promoters, the gene's silent conductors. Promoters are like the gene's personal managers. They decide when and where a gene should be
California is in hot water with the federal government over its stance on transgender athletes in school sports. The U. S. Department of Education has accused the state of violating the civil rights of female students by allowing transgender athletes to compete according to their gender identity. Th
Heart troubles can pop up in athletes who push themselves too hard. A recent study dug into why former top-level rowers might face a higher chance of a heart rhythm issue called atrial fibrillation (AF). The big question: is it the intense training or something in their genes? Rowing is no joke. It
California is in hot water with the federal government. The U. S. Department of Education says the state broke Title IX rules by letting transgender girls compete in female sports. They want California to change its ways or face serious consequences, like losing federal funding. The issue started w
Heart health is a big deal, and doctors need good tools to spot problems early. One way they do this is by listening to heart sounds. But there's a catch: not all heart conditions are easy to find. This is especially true for coronary artery disease (CAD), which is underrepresented in current datase
Pet allergies are more common than you might think. They affect a big chunk of people worldwide. The culprits aren't the fur, but tiny proteins in an animal's skin, saliva, or urine. These allergens can stick around for weeks, even after a pet is gone. Living with pets might actually lower allergy
Sapporo, Japan, is set to keep its spot on the esports map. The city just signed a deal to host the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) Championship for two more years. This isn't just any event; it's a big deal for both the gaming world and Sapporo. The ALGS Championship is a major tournament for Ap
Plants have clever ways to handle tough conditions. One such method involves a signaling system called the MAPK cascade. This system acts like a plant's alarm and response team, kicking into gear when faced with stress like too much salt, dry spells, or extreme heat. At the top of this team is a gen
