In the realm of artificial intelligence, there's a lot of buzz about generative world models (WMs). These models can create simulations that look incredibly real. But can they actually help robots and other AI agents make smarter decisions? Most tests for these models focus on how good the visuals
Netflix recently faced a surprising financial setback due to a tax issue in Brazil. The company had to pay a huge $619 million in taxes. This unexpected expense lowered Netflix's profit margin for the quarter. The stock price dropped by more than 6% as a result. This tax, known as CIDE, is unique t
In the latest financial update, KKR Real Estate Finance Trust, a company based in New York, shared its third-quarter earnings. The company reported a profit of $13. 8 million for the quarter. When broken down per share, this amounts to a profit of 12 cents. However, when adjusting for one-time gains
A new fund is making waves in the world of mining. Appian Capital Advisory and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have teamed up to create a $1 billion fund. This fund is all about investing in critical minerals like nickel, copper, cobalt, and rare earths. These minerals are super importan
In many parts of the world, women and girls struggle to have a say in their own healthcare. This is especially true in countries with fewer resources. Even though there's a growing push for shared decision-making, not much is known about how it works in these places. There's also a lack of tools to
Lake Worth Independent School District is under the microscope. The Texas Education Agency is thinking about taking over the district. Why? Because the district has been getting "F" grades for too long. The Commissioner of Education, Mike Morath, recently visited the district to see things for himse
The world is still aiming to get rid of polio, even though there's less money to do it. The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) has seen a big cut in funding. In 2026, their budget will be 30% smaller, and they're missing $1. 7 billion until 2029. This is mostly because some big donors, like
The U. S. has been a major contributor to carbon emissions for centuries. To tackle this, it's crucial to understand what influences these emissions. Three key factors are government spending, economic growth, and population density. First, consider government spending. When the government invests
A man was taken into custody at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport after his family warned police about his plans. Billy Joe Cagle, a 49-year-old from Cartersville, Georgia, was arrested on Monday morning. He was seen acting suspiciously in a crowded terminal. Police found an AR-15
Urban Science, a data-mapping company, is saying goodbye to its longtime home in Detroit's Renaissance Center. After nearly 50 years, they're moving to a new spot called One Campus Martius. This news comes after General Motors, who owns the building, started talking about future plans for the space.
