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
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
Fairfax County Public Schools, the biggest district in Virginia, is now under the microscope. A House committee is digging into claims of antisemitism within its walls. This isn't just happening in Fairfax, though. Schools in Berkeley, California, and Philadelphia are also being looked at. Why is t
Lockport Township High School District 205 is grieving the loss of Della Travis, a former board member who dedicated four years of her life to the school district. Della, who was 84 years old, passed away recently, leaving behind a family that has been deeply involved in the community's education sy
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
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
Parents and kids often share more than just looks or hobbies. They can also share stress levels. This is called cortisol synchrony, where the stress hormone cortisol in parents and children aligns. But what causes this synchrony is still a mystery. This makes it tough to know how to help families im
In the early 1940s, a police investigation sparked by an anonymous tip about a group of Salvadoran day laborers uncovered a fascinating social dynamic. The laborers were accused of something unclear, but the police couldn't quite pin down the exact crime. Despite the lack of clarity, the laborers we
Dick Cheney, the 46th Vice President of the United States, left a significant mark on American politics. His career spanned over four decades, starting in the early 1970s. He served in various roles, including as a congressman, White House Chief of Staff, and Secretary of Defense before becoming vic
