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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI Compliance: First Test of EU AI Act with LatticeFlow's LLM Framework

Ever wondered how well Big AI follows the rules? LatticeFlow, a startup from ETH Zurich, is taking a stab at answering that question. They've created a way to measure if AI models stick to the European Union's new AI law. This law is like a set of rules for AI apps, and it's now in effect. But how d

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Amazon's New $35 Fire TV Stick HD: Same Specs, Lower Price

Amazon has just launched a new streaming device, the Fire TV Stick HD, priced at $35. This isn't a brand-new gadget, though; it's more like a rebranded version of the old basic Fire TV Stick with a few dollars shaved off the price. The new stick supports full HD streaming and has HDR support, just l

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

YouTube's New Ad-Free Plan: A Casual Test in Australia and Beyond

YouTube is giving its Premium Lite subscription another shot, but this time, it's slightly different. The company is testing this new version in Australia, Germany, and Thailand. The goal? To make most videos ad-free, though you might still see ads on music videos and Shorts. Plus, there will be non

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Oct 18 2024HEALTH

Young Adults Face Later-Stage Colon Cancer

Colon cancer in young adults is a growing concern. Researchers noticed that these cases are often diagnosed at later stages and are more aggressive. Obesity, family history, inflammatory bowel disease, and symptoms like stomach pain and rectal bleeding seem to be linked. A study looked at nearly 319

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Oct 18 2024LIFESTYLE

Grandma's Thanksgiving Friend Reveals Cancer Fight

You might remember Wanda Dench, the grandma who sent a Thanksgiving invite to the wrong number back in 2016. She made a surprising announcement this year. Turns out, she's been battling breast cancer. Wanda accidentally sent that text to Jamal Hinton many years ago. Despite the mix-up, they've beco

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

Enhancing Xbox Cloud Gaming: What's Next?

Xbox Cloud Gaming might soon see improvements in bitrate, which means better picture quality. This service, previously known as Project XCloud, has been behind competitors like NVIDIA GeForce NOW and Boosteroid in terms of resolution and quality. Microsoft is planning to take steps to improve bitrat

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Oct 18 2024BUSINESS

Charleston's Citadel Mall: A New Vision in the Making

Get ready, Charleston! The City of Charleston’s Design Review Board has a big meeting coming up. They'll be talking about the future of the Citadel Mall on Monday. This is your first chance to see what the team has in mind for the redesign. The team will introduce themselves and share the inspiratio

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Oct 18 2024FINANCE

Money Matters: FEMA's Funding Dilemma

Imagine 2024, a year filled with one disaster after another. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was in a tight spot, with their emergency funds running low. Some people suggested using funds meant for migrants to help hurricane victims. But hold on! That money has a specific purpose and

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Ukraine's Army Uses Ads to Attract New Recruits

In Ukraine, the military is using unique methods to attract new soldiers. For instance, a giant billboard in Kharkiv features a stylish woman with a gun, riding on a motorcycle with a soldier. This isn't your typical military recruitment ad; it's more like something you'd see for a new perfume. The

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Oct 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Aliens and Cams: A New Twist in the Found-Footage Series

The "V/H/S" franchise is back with a sci-fi twist, but does it deliver? This seventh installment, "V/H/S/Beyond, " hits Shudder on Oct. 4. While it's a draw for horror fans, the new thematic twist doesn't quite hit the mark. The five segments feel familiar and forgettable, with only a few standouts.

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