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US Limits Investments to Stop China's Military Tech Boom

October 29, 2024

The U. S. Treasury Department has implemented a new rule to curb American investments in China's advanced tech sectors like AI, computer chips, and quantum computing. This rule, resulting from President Joe Biden's August 2023 executive order, aims to restrict China's military advancements. The rule

health

Cannabis During Pregnancy: The Childhood Impact

October 28, 2024

You might have heard that smoking or eating cannabis while pregnant is not a good idea. Well, new research from Nationwide Children's Hospital is shedding even more light on why it's important to avoid cannabis during pregnancy. They found that kids who were exposed to cannabis before birth had a to

lifestyle

The Unique Language of Twins

October 28, 2024

Imagine learning 26 languages! That's what identical twins Matthew and Michael Youlden have done. One of those languages is special – it's their own secret language called Umeri. Growing up in Manchester, UK, they were inspired by the many cultures around them. Their unique language started when the

politics

Afghanistan and China: New Trade Ties in the Making

October 27, 2024

China has made a bold move, offering the Taliban-led Afghanistan tariff-free access to its industries. This could mean big things for both countries. China wants to tap into Afghanistan's rich mineral resources, like lithium and copper, which could help its economy. Meanwhile, the Taliban, who took

technology

Rocket Revival: A Second Chance for Antares

October 25, 2024

Ever heard of the Antares rocket? It's not as famous as some others, but it has an interesting past. Ten years ago, an Antares rocket crashed just seconds after liftoff in Virginia. The blast was so strong, it shook the ground. Now, companies like Northrop Grumman and Firefly Aerospace are working o

technology

Microsoft’s New API Boosts Gaming with AMD FSR 3. 1

October 25, 2024

Microsoft is elevating game development with its latest addition to DirectSR Preview. This new update brings support for AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) version 3. 1. What does this mean for developers and gamers? It opens up a world of potential for enhancing gaming visuals and performance.

technology

AI and Movies: A New Era of Storytelling

October 24, 2024

NVIDIA's Jensen Huang had a clear vision: AI is changing the way movies are made. He talked about this at the 76th Engineering, Science & Technology Emmy Awards. He said, “Computing’s changed. AI is now a big part of it. It'll change how we tell stories. ” He compared it to when Pixar’s ‘Toy Story’

technology

Supercharge Your Code with Microsoft Visual Studio Pro on Sale!

October 24, 2024

Are you looking to boost your coding skills and efficiency? Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022 is now available for just $30, a massive 93% discount off its regular price of $499! This powerful development environment is designed to handle complex workloads and large-scale projects with ease.

science

China's Monster Magnet: A 42. 02 Tesla Marvel

October 23, 2024

Imagine a magnetic field so strong, it puts Earth's to shame by over 800, 000 times! In China, scientists just pulled off this incredible feat. At the Steady High Magnetic Field Facility (SHMFF) in Hefei, they created a resistive magnet that hit a whopping 42. 02 tesla. Compare that to Earth's cozy

technology

Tech Challenge 2024: EY, SAP, Petronas Team Up to Spark Student Innovation

October 22, 2024

Are you a tech-savvy student? Here's your chance to shine! EY, SAP, and Petronas have joined forces for the EY Young Technology Professional Challenge 2024. This isn't your typical competition. It's a journey from idea to solution, all while using cutting-edge tech from SAP. The goal? To wake up Mal