9 h. ago Pentagon eyes 50% reduction in permanent changes of station as military families brace for moving high season

The Pentagon is ordering sweeping cuts to PCS moves in a bid to save $2.5B and ease burdens on military families facing burnout and instability.

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12 h. ago DAVID MARCUS: Why nobody wants to cut the national debt despite everyone saying they should

The U.S. national debt debate intensifies as GOP senators and Elon Musk criticize spending cuts. Discover why deficit reduction remains a political challenge.

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13 h. ago China is now the biggest debt collector in the developing world, report says

Developing countries owe billions to China, which threatens to undermine poverty reduction efforts and fuel instability, according to a new report from Australia's Lowy Institute.

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14 h. ago Composite material keeps solar panels cool, boosting longevity by more than 200%

A team of international researchers led by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia has developed a new composite material made of acrylate that enhances the performance of solar cells. Adhering the composite material to solar cells deployed in Saudi Arabia for weeks significantly raised the power output and longevity while reducing the electricity consumed by the cells. The study can be read in Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports.

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18 h. ago Large language models struggle with coordination in social and cooperative games

Large language models (LLMs), such as the model underpinning the functioning of the popular conversational platform ChatGPT, are now widely used by people worldwide to source information, as well as to summarize, analyze and generate texts. Studies examining the responses provided by LLMs in different scenarios could help to gain a deeper understanding of their tendencies during social interactions, which could fuel their future advancement.

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22 h. ago Visual effects company Industrial Light & Magic turns 50 this month

Fifty years ago, director George Lucas started a visual-effects company that became known as Industrial Light & Magic. It transformed how the storytellers of the screen approach their craft.

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29 h. ago Federal judge reduces charge against L.A. deputy convicted of excessive force to misdemeanor

Federal judge reduces charge against L.A. deputy convicted of excessive force to misdemeanor  Los Angeles Times

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35 h. ago Federal judge blocks Trump's attempt to kill NYC congestion pricing program

NYC's congestion pricing program, aimed at reducing traffic and improving transit, faces a legal challenge as a judge issues a temporary restraining order.

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37 h. ago How to reduce visual clutter for a calmer, more functional home

How to reduce visual clutter for a calmer, more functional home  The Washington Post

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40 h. ago Cool computing—why the future of electronics could lie in the cold

Modern computer chips generate a lot of heat—and consume large amounts of energy as a result. A promising approach to reducing this energy demand could lie in the cold, as highlighted by a new Perspective article by an international research team coordinated by Qing-Tai Zhao from Forschungszentrum Jülich. Savings could reach as high as 80%, according to the researchers.

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42 h. ago The MagPod Is a Basic Smartphone Tripod I Can’t Live Without

It's simple and sturdy to use, and keeps my phone elevated from all the clutter.

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46 h. ago Trump's Golden Dome missile defense system revives Reagan's nuclear shield dream

Trump's Golden Dome missile defense aims to fulfill Reagan's SDI vision with space-based interceptors, leveraging reduced launch costs and advanced technology.

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46 h. ago No hospitals: How war collapsed the health care system of one city

After two years of fighting, government forces have retaken the capital city. Of the nearly 100 hospitals and health-care facilities, none are able to function due to damage from the war. Emanuel Akinwotu, correspondent. Tara Neil, editor. Waiting for legal to resolve a photo issue. Hope to publish Tuesday morning.

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64 h. ago Engineered interface layer extends life and enhances safety of next

A research team affiliated with UNIST has unveiled a novel surface processing technique that prolongs the lifespan of lithium-metal batteries (LMBs) while reducing explosion risk.

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66 h. ago His complaint app functions better than 311. The city is about to kill it

His complaint app functions better than 311. The city is about to kill it  The San Francisco Standard

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66 h. ago Can the right diet help men reduce their risk of prostate cancer?

Can the right diet help men reduce their risk of prostate cancer?  The Seattle Times

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2 d. ago Study compares Zepbound and Wegovy for weight loss in direct comparison

Researchers find tirzepatide more effective than semaglutide for weight loss in a 72-week trial, with significant reductions in body weight and waist circumference.

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2 d. ago Florida nonprofit helps cut veteran suicide rates by 25% with community

A Florida nonprofit is tackling veteran suicide with community involvement and expedited referral services, achieving a 25% reduction in suicides in the state.

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3 d. ago US children of divorce have reduced earnings, increased chances of teen births and jail, study says

US children of divorce have reduced earnings, increased chances of teen births and jail, study says  Toronto Star

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3 d. ago British government considers chemical castration in plan to reduce prison population

A U.K. report suggests chemical castration for sex offenders to ease prison overcrowding, sparking debate over ethics and informed consent in medical treatment.

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