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Nov 07 2024SCIENCE

Alien Hunting: The Tricky Science

Imagine you're on a quest to find aliens. But what exactly are you searching for? And how do you know if you've found them? Scientists use a slightly different approach. They think about it like a test with two results: true or not quite right. They use something called the Bayes factor to compare t

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Nov 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Mob Movies' Hit: Goodfellas Streaming Success

Fancy watching a crime classic? "Goodfellas" has just hit the streaming scene on MAX. This legendary film, directed by Martin Scorsese, is a breathtaking journey through the life of a gangster, based on the book "Wiseguy" by Nicholas Pileggi, who also co-wrote the script. The story follows Henry Hil

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Nov 06 2024HEALTH

Exoskeleton for Legs: A Modern Marvel

Imagine a device that boosts your leg power and helps you move better. That's exactly what an electrically actuated lower limb exoskeleton (LLE) does. This clever contraption is made up of three main parts: the mechanical structure, the actuation system that makes it move, and the sensors that help

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Nov 06 2024CRIME

Cracking Crime: How Topic Modeling Sheds New Light

You might think that labeling crimes as simple categories like "burglary" or "assault" is enough to understand them. But hold on, it's not that straightforward! Each crime is a mix of behaviors, situations, and details that can't be crammed into a single box. This loss of information makes it tough

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Nov 06 2024TECHNOLOGY

How Tech Interactions Shape Our World

Ever wondered how technologies interact with each other in complex systems? This study proposes a new way to classify these interactions, drawing inspiration from ecology. Imagine two technologies, T1 and T2, working together in a system called S. Sometimes, one technology benefits while the other s

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Amazon's Office Mandate: A Cultural Shift or Cost-Cutting Measure?

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has clarified that the company's recent mandate for corporate workers to be in the office five days a week isn't a sneaky way to reduce headcount or please city officials. This new policy, announced in September and effective January 2, has sparked debate among employees. Some

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Nov 05 2024SPORTS

Rick Glaser's New Boxing Venture: Free Global Access in 2025

Boxing enthusiast Rick Glaser has teamed up with a new sports platform called Nothing But Sportz, set to launch in July 2025. Glaser, who is known for his bold opinions on boxing, has been appointed to ensure quality content for the platform. One of the key features is free access to boxing and othe

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Nov 04 2024CELEBRITIES

Tom Hanks Loves an Old Sci-Fi Favorite

You might think of Tom Hanks as the guy from "Forrest Gump" or "Cast Away, " but there's more to him than meets the eye. While he's known for his inspiring roles, Hanks has also starred in some wacky comedies and box-office duds, like "Bachelor Party" and "Joe Versus the Volcano. " He's even played

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Nov 02 2024TECHNOLOGY

Snag a Classic: Samsung's Galaxy Watch 6 on Sale for Early Black Friday

Black Friday might not have officially arrived, but that's not stopping Samsung from kicking off the deals season early. Right now on Amazon, you can grab the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic for a steal. Both the 43mm and 47mm models are under $300, making them a fantastic deal. The smaller watch, o

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Cathay's Fresh Business Class for A330neo: A Look Ahead

Cathay Pacific is revamping its business class experience for the upcoming Airbus A330neo, due to arrive in 2028. They're considering a new seat design, but it might be similar to the flatbeds on their upgraded A330s. The focus is on creating a consistent experience for passengers. The A330neo is a

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