Voice-cloning technology bringing a key Supreme Court moment to 'life'
The use of a voice-cloning technology marrying old audio clips to an actor's narration is bringing an historic U.S. Supreme Court decision to life
May 15, 2024The use of a voice-cloning technology marrying old audio clips to an actor's narration is bringing an historic U.S. Supreme Court decision to life
May 15, 2024Sea otters, known for their cute appearance and playful antics, have gained national attention for their unusual behavior. Otter 841, a 5-year-old female in Santa Cruz, California, steals surfboards and attacks kayakers, raising public safety concerns. Wildlife officials are working to rehome and capture her, with implications for sea otter conservation. Otter 841, commonly known by her nickname Laverna, has quickly gained the attention of locals and the online community alike due to her audacious surfboard thefts and encounters with water sports enthusiasts. Memes, petitions and merchandise supporting this ungovernable otter have sprouted in support of this charismatic creature; yet
August 10, 2023Dating apps and websites make finding potential romantic partners online much simpler than ever, but as romance frauds have become increasingly prevalent this ease is also fraught with risks. Scammers prey upon those vulnerable emotionally by taking advantage of them by exploiting trust issues and manipulating their emotions; we will examine scammers’ methods for creating these con games along with precautionary steps you can take to prevent becoming their victim. In this article, we’ll also look at practical measures you can take against becoming their target. Attracting Victims by Offering Appealing ProfilesScammers create false profiles on dating apps in order
August 11, 2023A balanced dinner is essential for maintaining good health since it boosts our immune systems, gives us the energy we need for optimal performance, and helps us avoid chronic illnesses. Moreover, a wholesome dinner benefits our mental and emotional health. It might make us feel better, make our sleep better, and make us more productive and focused. When we feed our bodies nutritious foods, we feel reenergized and prepared to take on any activity. Finding the time and energy to prepare wholesome meals can be difficult especially for those with busy schedules. All it needs is a little preplanning and
August 11, 2023Girls navigating first bras before first crushes. Students getting their periods before fourth grade. Recent findings sound an alarming wake-up call around early puberty acceleration in young females. Mounting research implicates a prominent culprit – the obesity epidemic. This public health juggernaut not only strains kids’ hearts and joints but also appears to spur sexual maturation prematurely. By scrutinizing the interplay between weight factors and developmental timing, scientists shed light on an unsettling culture shift. Girls blossom into womanhood years quicker than their mothers, often sorely unprepared. This cultural fast-forward summons profound individual psyches and societal ripples. As clinicians race
August 15, 2023In recent years, pharmaceuticals like Ozempic and Mounjaro have seen an increase in popularity, showing promise in regulating blood sugar and assisting with weight loss. Social media influencers have also jumped on the bandwagon, promoting Berberine as an “all-natural” version of Ozempic. But is Berberine truly a viable alternative? In this article we will dive into its potential advantages and drawbacks as an Ozempic alternative. Berberine is a bioactive compound found in various shrubs such as barberry, Oregon grape, goldthread and tree turmeric. Despite being little known in the US, Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine have traditionally used Berberine and many
August 16, 2023Even the slightest changes can have a big effects on our everyday lives in the fast-paced world of technology. With the imminent launch of iOS 17, Apple, renowned for its innovative goods and software updates, is creating a stir once more. The Red Button Moves The largest change coming to iOS 17 is the redesigned call screen, which aims to enhance the user experience and functionality for iPhone users. More features will be available on the new screen, and the “end call” button will now be located in the bottom right corner. The new call screen design has already sparked
August 17, 2023Why Same-Arm Vaccinations May Be More Effective When it comes to vaccines, it seems that picking which arm to receive the dose in can have a big impact on how effective the vaccine is. The controversy surrounds the notion that individuals who receive all of their immunizations in one arm react more strongly to infection than others who get them split between both arms. This article dives into the potential benefits of giving vaccines in a focused and exact manner, which was published in the prestigious journal eBioMedicine. About 300 people without a history of COVID-19 infection participated in this
August 17, 2023Recent turmoil in the banking industry may have you worried about your money. Shares of PacWest, a small regional bank based in Los Angeles, plunged almost 40% Thursday after the company confirmed it may put itself up for sale. Anxiety over potential bank runs has sent shares of smaller banks tumbling. A bank run is when large numbers of people withdraw their money from a bank all at once. Since March, three regional banks have failed — Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank and First Republic Bank. If the recent bank collapses have you worried about the safety of your money, here’s what you
August 21, 2023In our digital age, social media has become a platform for showcasing various aspects of our lives. From food photography to travel experiences, users are constantly sharing and consuming visually captivating content. One emerging trend is the fascination with perfectly organized pantries, AKA “pantry porn.” This article dives into the allure and obsession behind extremely organized pantries. From Hidden Storage to a Obvious Gem The concept of a pantry dates back to the late 1800s when it was primarily a functional space for storing food. However, with the emergence of the butler’s pantry among the elite, it became a status
August 22, 2023The iPhone has become an integral and an essential part of our daily lives. We can’t leave the house without it. But there’s nothing more aggravating than needing your phone only to discover it’s out of juice.. Here, we’ll delve into 10 methods to help conserve your iPhone’s battery to last longer. Be conscious of your phone’s settings and status. Regularly monitoring iPhone battery usage can optimize battery life.
August 22, 2023As the new school year begins, parents and teachers continue to address the pandemic’s long-term impact on’ kids’ academic, mental, and social-emotional well-being. The lingering question on everyone’s mind is, “Are the kids OK?” The answer is complicated, including problems and accomplishments. Academic Recovery: A Roadmap to Catching Up Academic recovery has no single or universal solution as each student has experienced varying degrees of learning and educators are still in the process of understanding the specific needs of each student. The leader of the UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools, Joseph Bishop, acknowledges that we are still playing
August 23, 2023Making salad dressing can feel daunting for many of us. We either fear it a little, and keep hitting the bottle (bottled dressing, of course), or if we do make our own, we get stuck in that one-dressing rut. But if you take a couple of minutes to play with some different oils and vinegars, you’ll quickly see how easy it is to make a homemade vinaigrette, and to keep changing it up so your salads sparkle all year long. The word vinaigrette may sound a bit fancy pants, but it’s just French for oil and vinegar. OK, no, that’s not quite
August 24, 2023During the final season of the College Football Playoff’s four-team format, the empires will strike back. Alabama, Clemson, Ohio State and Oklahoma have made more CFP appearances than any other schools through the nine years of the postseason system, but only two combined in the past two seasons. The Crimson Tide, Tigers, Buckeyes and Sooners are no longer the safe bets to win their conferences like they were through a good chunk of the last decade. No. 1 Georgia has bullied its way past fourth-ranked ‘Bama to the top of the Southeastern Conference and the sport. In the Atlantic Coast Conference, No. 9
August 24, 2023Bologna sandwiches may be the easiest kid’s school lunch, but it’s not difficult to prepare brown-bag meals that parents can appreciate too. These chicken cutlet, pasta salad and chicken salad recipes come together with flavor-boosting ingredients in just about 30 minutes. Thin breaded chicken cutlets fry up in minutes, and are terrific made into sandwiches or served with any of the easy dipping sauces listed below. To boost their flavor, mix whatever spice blend you have on hand into the breading before coating the chicken. We use Japanese panko breadcrumbs, which have a coarse, fluffy texture that cooks up remarkably
August 25, 2023This may seem like a sad story because it begins with a boy with few memories of his father, who died when he was 7 years old. It’s why Mitch Goldstone cherishes his only picture with his dad — a snapshot at Disneyland taken during the late 1960s, when the concept of people reflexively reaching for smartphone cameras in their pockets could only happen in Tomorrowland. But this story, and the personal stories that follow, aren’t sad at all. And a half-century later and more, Goldstone has done something with that memory. He is pursuing a career focused on the
August 25, 2023U.S. long-term mortgage rates rose this week but remained at historically low levels. Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday the rate on the 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage increased to 3.56% from 3.49% last week. Average rates on the benchmark loan have remained below 3.6% for four straight weeks — the first time that’s happened since the fourth quarter of 2016. A year ago, the 30-year rate stood at 4.6%. The average rate for 15-year, fixed-rate home loans rose to 3.09% from 3% last week. Mortgage rates fell sharply over the summer as a slowing global economy and tensions
August 25, 2023– Global stock markets are heading for a correction in coming months, though overall they should post marginal gains between now and the end of 2023, according to a majority of analysts polled by Reuters. A bad year for stocks in 2022 carried into this year as global central banks battled inflation with interest rate rises that are now largely drawing to an end. But while an unexpected surge in stock prices through May-July has coincided with news most major economies are performing better than expected, a nagging worry among analysts that stocks will underperform has
August 25, 2023“Food is medicine” programs recognize the vital importance of fresh produce in a person’s overall health. Getty Images The health of people with diabetes, hypertension and obesity improved when they could get free fruits and vegetables with a prescription from their doctors and other health professionals. We found that these patients’ blood sugar levels, blood pressure and weight improved in our new study published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes. The improvements we saw in clinical outcomes could have a meaningful impact on overall health. For example, systolic blood pressure, or blood pressure during heartbeats, decreased more than 8 millimeters
August 29, 2023Can adding 400 milligrams of magnesium to your water enhance sleep quality and overall well-being? According to a new health trend on TikTok and experts, there is some truth behind this trend. Numerous foods, supplements, and even some prescription drugs include magnesium. As a catalyst, it works in more than 300 enzyme systems in the human body. This includes processes such as protein synthesis, muscle and neuron function, blood sugar regulation, and others. It also contributes to the structure of bones and maintaining a regular heart rhythm. What is the daily requirement for magnesium? The recommended daily intake of magnesium
August 29, 2023Steve Horvath, a renowned genetics scholar, has dedicated his career to the study of longevity. His groundbreaking research in epigenetic clocks has revolutionized the way we perceive aging. However, he advises against spending money on pricey biological age tests and instead suggests four practical and affordable ways to reduce your biological age. Tracing the Path: Steve Horvath’s Journey In the early 2010s, Horvath introduced the concept of determining biological age through saliva-based tests. His discovery, though initially overlooked, laid the foundation for many longevity companies that offer biological age tests based on this principle. Although it’s gratifying to see his
August 29, 2023The retail landscape is grappling with an alarming rise in theft cases, particularly in the form of organized ‘smash and grab’ operations. Let’s dive into the escalating problem, the contributing factors, the impact on businesses, and potential solutions. Retail theft has considerably increased nationwide during the previous five years. High-profile incidents, such the ones harming California’s upscale enterprises, have sparked public awareness. However, these incidents are not limited to upscale retailers or a particular area. Organized criminal rings have been targeting retailers nationwide, from urban centers to suburban communities, leading to substantial losses for businesses. According to a report by
August 30, 2023How can you check the air quality in your area and what do the numbers mean? The Environmental Protection Agency monitors the air around the country and compiles an air quality index, or AQI. Here’s what to know about the index and how to keep tabs on your area, especially in U.S. regions dealing with smoke from Canadian wildfires. WHAT DOES THE AIR QUALITY INDEX MEASURE? The index rates how clean or polluted the air is each day. The EPA uses this measure to keep tabs on five kinds of air pollutants. The main concern from the wildfire
August 31, 2023BY ANIRUDDHA GHOSAL AND EVELYNE MUSAMBI Updated 10:29 AM PDT, August 22, 2023 Francis Ndege isn’t sure if his customers in Africa’s largest slum can afford to keep buying rice from him. Prices for rice grown in Kenya soared a while ago because of higher fertilizer prices and a yearslong drought in the Horn of Africa that has reduced production. Cheap rice imported from India had filled the gap, feeding many of the hundreds of thousands of residents in Nairobi’s Kibera slum who survive on less than $2 a day. But that is changing. The price of a 25-kilogram (55-pound) bag of rice has risen by about
August 31, 2023Social media is full of scammers promising guaranteed returns on investment, and consumers lost billions of dollars to them last year. Troy Gochenour, 50, of Columbus, Ohio, was conned out of $25,800, including $15,800 in borrowed money, in a crypto-mining scam that began with a WhatsApp message from a beautiful stranger. “I had just moved home to restart my life, after trying to make it in show business in New York, and I was lonely,” Gochenour said. “So I started online dating. Then I got a WhatsApp message that began, ‘Sorry to bother you.’” Financial scams, including
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