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Green Tech and ESG: How Chinese Firms Are Leading the Way

November 20, 2024

The manufacturing industry has long been known for its environmental impact. But times are changing. Many companies are now looking to go green. They want to make sure their business practices are good for both people and the planet. This is where something called ESG performance comes in. ESG stand

technology

Smart Tolls: Using AI to Beat Traffic Jams

November 19, 2024

Traffic congestion is a massive headache for cities around the world. Traditional toll systems try to ease this problem with static pricing, but they fall short when traffic demand changes. So, what’s the solution? A new approach using artificial intelligence might be the answer. Scientists have be

business

AP to Slash Staff by 8% Amid Media Industry Shifts

November 18, 2024

The Associated Press (AP), a well-known news agency, is cutting 8% of its staff. This includes both layoffs and voluntary buyouts. The memo sent by AP president Daisy Veerasingham mentioned that the media sector is going through a major change, and the AP wants to focus more on digital news. The cut

sports

Indiana's New Players Shine in Early Season Wins

November 18, 2024

Indiana Hoosiers basketball team is off to a flying start with three wins under their belt. The secret? They've brought in some talented players from other teams. Myles Rice from Washington State and Kanaan Carlyle from Stanford are among the new faces making a big impact. Together with Oumar Ballo

science

Why Are Mitochondria's Splicing Skills Weaker in Parasitic Plants?

November 15, 2024

Mitochondria, the powerhouses of cells, have their own genome. This genome works closely with the nucleus to manage crucial genes for energy production. One key process is splicing, where plant mitochondria cut and reconnect pieces of genetic material. This study looked at 25 of these splicing event

technology

Spotting Strange Events in Big Video Data

November 14, 2024

Video cameras are vital for safety, but with so many hours of footage, figuring out what's normal and what's not can be tough. This research uses the power of ResNet50, VGG19, EfficientNetB7, and the superstar ViTb16 to smartly shrink video files. By pinpointing key frames, the system avoids exhaus

health

Health Insurance Changes in Iran: A Closer Look

November 14, 2024

Imagine you’re in Iran, and it’s 2014. A big shift happens: the Health Transformation Plan (HTP) kicks in, aiming to make health services more affordable. One of its key parts is Universal Health Insurance (UHI), which starts covering almost everyone. The idea? To cut down on people paying too much

sports

Angel Reese Shares Old Photo, Sparks UConn Rumors

November 12, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of college basketball, not everyone is happy with the new player transfer rules. UConn coach Geno Auriemma and LSU transfer Angel Reese have differing views on this topic. Auriemma had criticized Lauren Park-Lane's transfer from Seton Hall to Mississippi State. Reese, who

sports

Meet the New Man Utd Coach: Ruben Amorim's Journey So Far

November 12, 2024

Portuguese football coach Ruben Amorim landed in Manchester on Tuesday morning to begin meetings with Manchester United's key football staff. The 39-year-old arrived at United's training base in Carrington, accompanied by some of his backroom staff, including assistants Carlos Fernandes, Adelio Cand

technology

Google's Quick Share App Now Available for Windows on ARM Devices

November 12, 2024

In a recent update, Google has introduced its Quick Share app for Windows devices powered by ARM processors. This app, previously unavailable for ARM devices, allows Android users to transfer files easily between devices, including those they don’t own. While Microsoft’s Phone Link service offers si