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abi

Box Embeddings: A Fresh Look at Geometric Learning

December 9, 2024

Geometric embeddings have been in the spotlight lately for their natural ability to represent relationships using containment. One popular method is box embeddings, where objects are depicted as n-dimensional hyperrectangles. These boxes are special because they can be intersected easily and their v

celebrities

Boxer Ramla Ali: From Olympic Rings to Film Sets

December 8, 2024

Imagine a refugee from Somalia's civil war who eventually becomes an Olympic boxer. Now, picture that same person starring in a biopic about her life. That's the fascinating journey of Ramla Ali, who recently spoke with Deadline about her upcoming film "In the Shadows" and her new production company

politics

Who Might Replace Hegseth as Trump's Defense Chief?

December 8, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump is hurriedly choosing his Cabinet. Many of his picks have Republican backing, but not all. Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination for Attorney General due to lack of support. Pete Hegseth's name was floated for Secretary of Defense, but his personal conduct raised doubts. He

science

How Surfactin Keeps Fresh Noodles Fresh

December 7, 2024

Ever wondered how to keep your fresh noodles fresh longer? Scientists found an ingredient called surfactin that might do the trick. When added to noodles, surfactin helps slow down bacterial growth, keeping the food safe to eat for a longer time. In fact, noodles with 0. 4% of surfactin stayed good

health

Heart Health: The Gender Factor

December 7, 2024

Ever wondered how your gender could influence how you follow doctor's orders after a heart procedure? Let's dive into a fascinating study on just that. Researchers checked up on people who went through a procedure called PCI, aimed at improving blood flow. Over time, they noticed that being a man or

health

The Impact of Suture Button Fixation in Shoulder Surgery

December 7, 2024

Suture button fixation is making waves in the realm of shoulder surgery. This technique has proven to be quite effective for procedures like the Latarjet or anterior glenoid reconstruction when using bone autografts. Biomechanical studies have revealed that both screws and suture buttons can maintai

health

Changing Humidity Levels for Preemies: A Study

December 6, 2024

Scientists recently studied how quickly lowering humidity in incubators affects tiny, extremely preterm babies. They wanted to see if suddenly stopping or slowly reducing the humidity caused temperature issues, like getting too cold or hot, or problems with their body's salt balance or skin. The stu

opinion

Republicans Face Off: Trump’s Picks vs. D. C. 's Old Guard

December 6, 2024

The recent election results were clear: people wanted change. Yet, some Republican senators aren’t on board. They’re blocking President Trump’s cabinet picks, that would bring in a new and needed watchdog mentality. Matt Gaetz for attorney general and Pete Hegseth for defense secretary were solid ch

environment

Crane Habits and Wind Turbines: A Coastal Conundrum

December 6, 2024

Ever wondered how wind turbines might affect the lives of red-crowned cranes? Scientists in Yancheng, East China, have been exploring this very question. They tracked these birds using GPS and discovered that cranes tend to keep their distance from wind farms, avoiding potential collisions. However,

health

Help Find a Dog: Eau Claire Health Department Needs Your Eyes

December 6, 2024

Hey folks, the Eau Claire City-County Health Department is on a mission to track down a dog that gave a teen girl a bite on December 3 at 3 p. m. The incident took place on W. Moholt Drive in Eau Claire. The dog's walker was spotted as an older woman dressed cozily in a jacket and hat. The dog itsel