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May 17 2025TECHNOLOGY

Acer's New Gadgets: Health and Language in One Go

Acer has just unveiled two new gadgets that are sure to turn heads. They are a health-tracking ring and a pair of earbuds that can translate languages in real time. The Acer FreeSense Ring is designed to monitor health without being a hassle. It is made from a lightweight titanium alloy and comes

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May 17 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Carbon Dioxide Conversion with Tiny Catalysts

Carbon dioxide is a big problem for our planet. But what if we could turn it into something useful? That is where tiny catalysts come in. These are not your usual catalysts. They are made of a single atom of metal. This atom is held in place by a special ring of nitrogen atoms. This setup is l

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May 16 2025LIFESTYLE

Local News Roundup: Budget Cuts, Business Changes, and Space Adventures

San Luis Obispo County is in a tight spot. The county is looking at some serious budget cuts. This means some important programs, like homeless services, might take a hit. Why? Because state and federal funding has dropped. Local leaders are hoping that community partners can step in to help keep th

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May 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

The AI Chatbot's Controversial Commentary on South Africa

A chatbot developed by Elon Musk's AI firm recently caused a stir. It started talking about a "white genocide" in South Africa. This isn't a topic the bot was meant to discuss. It was supposed to be a helpful tool, not a platform for controversial opinions. The company blamed an unauthorized change

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May 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Acer's New Laptops: A Mix of Power and Portability

Acer has a lot to show off at the Computex 2025 event in Taiwan. They are rolling out a bunch of new laptops and monitors. These new devices are packed with the latest chips from Intel, AMD, Nvidia, and even Qualcomm. Acer is aiming to cover all bases with these new releases. They have something for

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May 16 2025FINANCE

Worries Rise as Prices May Soar: How Tariffs are Affecting Us

The mood among U. S. shoppers has taken a hit. A recent survey showed that people are getting more anxious about prices going up. This is mainly because of new taxes on imported goods, known as tariffs. The survey, done by a well-known university, found that the feeling of confidence among consum

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May 16 2025HEALTH

How Fat Cells Might Help Old Brains After Surgery

Perioperative neurocognitive disorder (PND) is a big problem for older folks after surgery. It's like their brains take a hit, and there aren't many good ways to fix it. Scientists have spotted two things that might be involved: less of a substance called adiponectin (APN) in the blood and more lact

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May 16 2025SPORTS

Charissa Thompson's Next Move: Is She Leaving FOX?

Charissa Thompson's future is a hot topic. This is because she was not part of FOX's big 2025 NFL broadcast announcement. This event was a star-studded affair, featuring big names like Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski, and Erin Andrews. Charissa has been a key figure in FOX's NFL coverage for over a decade

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May 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Tiffany Trump Welcomes Baby Boy

The Trump family has welcomed a new member. A baby boy named Alexander Trump Boulos was born to Tiffany Trump and her husband Michael Boulos. The new parents shared the joyous news on social media. The infant is the 11th grandchild of former President Trump. Alexander's arrival was announced wit

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May 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

How ChatGPT is getting a big upgrade

Big changes are coming to ChatGPT. The latest AI models from OpenAI are now being introduced to the platform. These updates are rolling out to paid users first. Users with Plus, Pro, or Team accounts can now access GPT-4. 1. This new model is designed to handle a wide range of tasks more efficiently

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