Engaging in extreme exercise, such as running 10 hours a week for over 120 km, might seem like pushing the body beyond its limits. However, a recent study suggests that some Olympic-level professional athletes could actually be adding years to their lives with such brutal routines. The analysis, which was published in May, looked at
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has recently unveiled its latest artificial intelligence model, Segment Anything Model 2 (SAM 2), which is designed to tackle complex computer vision tasks. This new AI model builds upon the success of its predecessor, offering enhanced features and capabilities for segment identification and tracking, especially in videos. SAM 2 comes
The Atlanta Braves made a significant move on Monday by acquiring outfielder Jorge Soler and right-handed reliever Luke Jackson from the San Francisco Giants. These are two key players that were instrumental in the Braves’ World Series-winning campaign in 2021. The deal involved sending left-handed reliever Tyler Matzek and minor league third baseman Sabin Ceballos
Apple recently made headlines by revealing that it had chosen to pre-train its artificial intelligence models for Apple Intelligence on Google’s Tensor Processing Units (TPU). This decision has sparked interest in the tech industry, as it deviates from the norm of relying on Nvidia’s GPUs for cutting-edge AI training. Let’s delve deeper into this development
McDonald’s executives recently admitted that consumers view the company’s prices as too high, particularly lower-income customers who have been impacted by years of high inflation. This acknowledgment came during the second-quarter earnings call where executives discussed the need to reevaluate pricing strategies and focus on creating more value for customers. The company reported lower-than-expected earnings
The recent FDA approval of the Shield blood test for colorectal cancer (CRC) screening in adults aged 45 and older at average risk has garnered significant attention. Guardant Health announced that the approval marks a milestone as Shield becomes the first blood test approved by the FDA as a primary screening option for CRC. It
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently published a comprehensive report outlining the future of digital finance and the specific role of the eRupee central bank digital currency (CBDC) in India’s financial ecosystem. This new form of digital currency, which is akin to cryptocurrencies but regulated by the RBI, is currently undergoing advanced trials. The
The recent 22.3% pay rise offer by the government to junior doctors in England has sparked discussions and debates within the medical community. This offer comes after months of strike action by junior doctors over issues related to their pay. The British Medical Association’s (BMA) junior doctors committee is considering the offer, which, if accepted,
Team USA’s victory over Serbia in the Olympics drew attention not only for the outstanding performance of the team but also for Coach Steve Kerr’s decision to sit Jayson Tatum, a first-team All-NBA player. Despite the criticism, Kerr openly addressed his choice and emphasized the importance of keeping all players engaged and prepared for different
As we age, the inevitable decline in memory becomes a cause for concern as it can often be a sign of something more serious than typical aging. Specialists are tasked with identifying signs of dementia, but the lack of access to advanced diagnostic technology leaves them heavily reliant on their experience and judgment. This can