The tragic escape of eight monkeys from Tulane University’s Biomedical Research Center in New Orleans on October 28, 2025, is just one of many incidents that highlight the dangers and unnecessary risks associated with using monkeys in research. As a wildlife veterinarian specializing in monkeys, I have seen firsthand the devastating effects of infectious disease … Read more
Some laptop owners are frustrated because their machines can’t play HEVC/H.265 videos in web browsers, despite having the necessary hardware support. This issue affects Dell and HP laptops with sixth-generation Intel Core processors or AMD chips that support the codec. In fact, laptop manufacturers like HP disclose this limitation in their data sheets. For example, … Read more
NotebookLM has made a significant impact with its thoughtful design approach, setting it apart from other AI tools that prioritize features over functionality. The latest update introduces two powerful features that challenge industry leaders like Microsoft PowerPoint and Canva. The first game-changing feature is Slide Decks, which allows users to turn any uploaded sources into … Read more
Irish designer Irenie Cossey transformed a rundown Neo-Jacobean townhouse on London’s De Beauvoir Square into a 21st-century wonderland. The four-story, Grade II-listed property was in disrepair when Cossey purchased it in July 2023. Cossey, founder of interiors firm Irenie Studio, saw the potential in the derelict house despite its state of decay. She spent 18 … Read more
The city of Fort Worth has purchased nearly 50 acres of undeveloped land along the Trinity River to conserve open spaces. The site, located at 5501 Randol Mill Road, is considered “very high-priority” and will add momentum to Mayor Mattie Parker’s Good Natured initiative, which aims to preserve 10,000 acres of green space by 2028. … Read more
Warren Buffett’s conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway released its quarterly 13F filing, revealing trades made during the third quarter. Notably, Berkshire sold nearly 42 million Apple shares worth $3.2 billion, reducing their stake from nearly half of the portfolio to 21%. However, this wasn’t the only significant change. Berkshire added almost 18 million Alphabet (GOOG) shares, valued … Read more
Warren Buffett has backed a winner with his $4.3 billion Alphabet wager. The billionaire investor believes the search-and-advertising giant remains a solid and strong business, despite its recent surge in stock price. Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway built a significant stake in Google’s parent company last quarter, catching many of his close followers off guard. If Berkshire … Read more
The European Union’s solidarity with Ukraine is being tested like never before. As the war rages on and Vladimir Putin’s aggression escalates, the bloc must take decisive action to support its eastern neighbor. The situation has become dire, with Ukraine facing a €70 billion funding shortfall next year to defend itself against Russia’s relentless attacks. … Read more
Gemini’s AI image editing capabilities are powerful tools, but they’re not perfect. The model can struggle with small faces, accurate spelling, and fine details in images. To achieve studio-quality results, you need to exercise fine control over every aspect of your images. This means using Gemini’s real-world knowledge to deliver precise results, from complex infographics … Read more
Google has launched a new generative AI photo editing tool called Nano Banana Pro, designed to help users reimagine images with advanced features like 4K resolution and various aspect ratios. The tool was built on Gemini 3 Pro and uses “state-of-the-art reasoning and real-world knowledge” to visualize information. With Nano Banana Pro, users can create … Read more