A research team, led by Dr. Sofia Sheikh of the SETI Institute, has set out to determine if an extraterrestrial civilization with technology similar to ours could detect Earth and its signs of humanity. Using a theoretical method, they analyzed multiple types of technosignatures, including radio signals and atmospheric emissions. According to the study, published … Read more
A recent investigation by Wired has revealed that AI model DeepSeek’s censorship is not limited to its application layer, but also exists at the training level. This means that the model is censored on both local and cloud-based runs, contradicting claims of only applying censorship at the application level. Tests conducted by TechCrunch showed that … Read more
Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of 19-year-old forward Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich. The deal is initially a loan, but Spurs hold a purchase option for a six-year deal worth €55m (£45.7m) that can be exercised in the summer. The move is seen as a strategic one, allowing Tottenham to tap into Tel’s immense … Read more
Two deer in Luzerne County have tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD), prompting the Pennsylvania Game Commission and Department of Agriculture to create a new Deer Disease Management Area (DMA). The DMA will be formed due to the 40-mile distance from the nearest wild CWD detection, with boundaries to be announced at the commission’s … Read more
When visiting websites, they often store or retrieve information on your browser in the form of cookies. These cookies are used to make the website work as expected, providing a more personalized experience. However, if you choose not to allow certain types of cookies, it may impact your site’s functionality. There are two types of … Read more
Two weeks after a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel took effect, aid is pouring into the Gaza Strip, bringing relief to a territory ravaged by 15 months of war. However, Palestinian residents and aid workers say it’s an uphill battle to ensure assistance reaches everyone. Under the agreement, Israel allows 600 aid trucks into Gaza … Read more
Turkey’s inflation rate dropped to its lowest figure since June 2023 in January, marking an eighth consecutive month of decline. The country’s economy is slowly gaining traction, with prices for housing, electricity, and recreation decreasing. According to the Turkish Statistical Institute, the year-on-year inflation rate decreased to 42.1% in January, below market estimates of 41.3%. … Read more
The Iowa Women’s basketball team defeated No. 4 USC 76-69 on Sunday, ending the Trojans’ 15-game winning streak. The win came as part of a celebration for basketball star Caitlin Clark, who had her jersey number 22 retired by the University of Iowa earlier in the day. Clark, who is now playing professionally, scored an … Read more
A large number of dead birds were found washed up on beaches along Lake Michigan in Chicago over the weekend and early Monday morning. According to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, conservation officers received reports of “ducks, red-breasted mergansers, and Canada geese” washing ashore at Oak Street Beach, North Avenue Beach, and Tower Beach … Read more
A 2022 volunteer, Anastasia, joined the Ukrainian army with no medical or military experience to help wounded soldiers in rear hospitals. However, she was unexpectedly transferred to a combat zone near Kurakhove in eastern Donetsk region during a leave. Anastasia revealed that when she arrived, she had not received basic military training and her documents … Read more