Robots are improving at making plans, even when things get chaotic. Think about a robot trying to move through a room full of stuff. It needs to split big jobs into smaller, easier tasks. This is where something called hierarchical reinforcement learning (HRL) helps. HRL lets robots plan by setting
In the southern Barents Sea, tiny creatures are making a big impact. These are zooplankton, the small animals drifting in the ocean. They are super important for fish and shellfish. This area is a hotspot for fishing. So, understanding zooplankton here is crucial. A recent study looked at these tin
Enxhi Qirici, a former Boston police officer, recently won a $1 million verdict against the Boston Police Department. She claimed her colleagues made inappropriate comments about her personal life and relationship. The jury did not agree that her firing was due to discrimination or retaliation, but
In Erie, it's not uncommon to find unusual animals in the water. Last year, there was talk of an alligator in Lake Erie, and this summer, a freshwater jellyfish was seen near Presque Isle. But in mid-November, something even more unexpected happened: an axolotl was found swimming in Walnut Creek. Th
In Ridgefield, the school board just picked new leaders and had a busy meeting. Tina Malhotra is now the board chair, Jonathan Paradiso is vice chair, and Christine More is the secretary. Everyone agreed on these choices without any arguments. The meeting wasn't just about new leaders. Students fro
Ever thought about working or gaming on a giant screen while on the move? The Xreal One Pro glasses make this possible. These aren't your average glasses. They turn any space into a 200-inch screen. Imagine working on your laptop, but with a massive display. That's what these glasses offer. The Xre
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has shared the lineup for its 2025 Entertainment Industry Conference. This event, taking place on December 4th, will honor three industry leaders with the Commitment to California Award. These awards recognize individuals who have significantly contributed to the en
Disney's latest addition to its theme park robots is Olaf, the lovable snowman from Frozen. This isn't just any Olaf, though; it's a life-size, animatronic version that will greet guests in the World of Frozen lands at international Disney Parks. The debut is set for March 29, 2026, at Disneyland Pa
Tron: Ares is making its way to home screens sooner than expected. Fans can catch the latest installment in the Tron series on video-on-demand starting December 2. Those eager to own a physical copy can look forward to the 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD releases on January 6. The story picks up years aft
Westminster saw two serious mental health situations on Monday. Both times, people in crisis had weapons. This led to road closures for safety. The first event happened early in the morning. Route 482 was shut down near Old Manchester Road. Police were dealing with a person in distress. The second
