Using AI, researchers identified one tiny molecular interaction that viruses need to infect cells. Disrupting it stopped the virus before infection could begin. Washington State University scientists have uncovered a method to interfere with a key viral protein, stopping viruses from getting inside …

Quote from: Oersted on 12/18/2025 05:47 pmNot a good visual that the new Administrator is botching the Vulcan greeting.Just kidding. great to see Isaacman finally sworn in! I am guessing those are his parents?[/qu...

Protesters in Bangladesh reacted with fury, after a prominent student movement leader was shot and killed.

After years of mystery and months of turmoil, the Justice Department is expected on Friday to release — as required by law — the bulk of its unclassified archive on Jeffrey Epstein.Why it matters: No saga has commanded more public fascination this year than the Epstein files, which destabilized the …

The Caesar Act was imposed in 2019 in response to widespread and systematic violations of human rights by the regime of former dictator Bashar al-Assad.

Internal report shared with Guardian shows FBI has launched cases in 23 regions, some linked to Trump memo on thwarting ‘terroristic activities’The FBI has launched “criminal and domestic terrorism investigations” into “threats against immigration enforcement activity” in at least 23 regions across …

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Under changes revealed by regulator, banks and card providers encouraged to set their own maximumsThe £100 limit on contactless card payments will be scrapped next year and consumers could get the ability to spend as much as they want without inputting their pin under changes announced by the UK fin…

arXiv:2512.15733v1 Announce Type: cross
Abstract: Energy and pollution are urging problems of the 21th century. By gradually changing the actual power grid system, smart grid may evolve into different systems by means of size, elements and strategies, but its fundamental requirements and objectives…

Camp Mystic in Texas flooded on July 4, killing 27 people, including 25 children. Over 200 millimeters (over seven inches) of rain fell over the area in 12 hours, and the Guadalupe River rose nearly 8 meters (26 feet) in just 45 minutes.

arXiv:2512.16842v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: The human hand is our primary interface to the physical world, yet egocentric perception rarely knows when, where, or how forcefully it makes contact. Robust wearable tactile sensors are scarce, and no existing in-the-wild datasets align first-person …

Fracking’s Forever Problem: Sixth in a series about the gas industry’s radioactive waste. How much toxic oil and gas waste is produced in Pennsylvania every year, and where does it end up? Despite state efforts to track it, there’s no way to know for sure. For more than a decade, regulators have bee…

arXiv:2406.16745v3 Announce Type: replace
Abstract: Bandits with preference feedback present a powerful tool for optimizing unknown target functions when only pairwise comparisons are allowed instead of direct value queries. This model allows for incorporating human feedback into online inference a…

arXiv:2508.00836v5 Announce Type: replace
Abstract: The rapid growth of preprint servers has accelerated scientific dissemination but has also shifted the technical burden of manuscript preparation to authors. This challenge is particularly acute in computational research, where manuscripts must re…

We've tested over 50 of the top robot vacuum and mop combos from brands like Roborock, Eufy, Ecovacs, and Dreame to determine which one is best at keeping a home clean.

Gaza's coders and technicians battle to keep enclave online amid Israeli infrastructure destruction.

arXiv:2511.00329v2 Announce Type: replace
Abstract: Much ethical evaluation treats actions dyadically: one agent acts on one recipient. In networked, platform-mediated environments, this lens misses how public acts diffuse. We introduce a minimal message-passing model in which an initiating act wit…

UK buyout firm Bridgepoint Group Plc is expanding into a fast-growing segment of the private equity market by adding a team from mid-market secondaries firm Newbury Partners, according to people familiar with the matter.

arXiv:2512.16661v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: In today's information-driven world, access to scientific publications has become increasingly easy. At the same time, filtering through the massive volume of available research has become more challenging than ever. Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) and g…

Nigel Farage and Zack Polanski have both had good years thanks to disastrous strategy from the two main parties

arXiv:2507.07390v2 Announce Type: replace
Abstract: Molecular dynamics is crucial for understanding molecular systems but its applicability is often limited by the vast timescales of rare events like protein folding. Enhanced sampling techniques overcome this by accelerating the simulation along ke…

arXiv:2512.15800v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: We introduce a topological feedback mechanism for the Travelling Salesman Problem (TSP) by analyzing the divergence between a tour and the minimum spanning tree (MST). Our key contribution is a canonical decomposition theorem that expresses the tour-M…

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Abstract: In the ongoing quest for hybridizing discrete reasoning with neural nets, there is an increasing interest in neural architectures that can learn how to solve discrete reasoning or optimization problems from natural inputs, a task that Large Langua…

NASA's new boss says the race is on between SpaceX and Blue Origin to build a moon landerQuoteOn his first day in the job, Jare...

You can't have everything, even for $4,000, but the MSI Raider 18 HX offers enough performance for 4K.

arXiv:2512.15919v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Crime as a Service (CaaS) has evolved from isolated criminal incidents to a broad spectrum of illicit activities, including social media manipulation, foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI), and the sale of disinformation toolkits. T…

The British government says it is investigating a “cyber incident” following news reports that hackers linked to China have gained access to thousands of confidential documents held by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

arXiv:2512.15979v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Large Language Models (LLMs) are increasingly used in empirical software engineering (ESE) to automate or assist annotation tasks such as labeling commits, issues, and qualitative artifacts. Yet the reliability and reproducibility of such annotations …

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Abstract: Source attribution aims to enhance the reliability of AI-generated answers by including references for each statement, helping users validate the provided answers. However, existing work has primarily focused on text-only scenario and largely over…

arXiv:2512.16860v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) technology has emerged as a promising technology to enable massive connectivity and enhanced spectral efficiency in next-generation wireless networks. In this study, we propose a novel two-user downlink power-doma…

Inquiry into recent Avanti West Coast train derailment in Cumbria finds sensors may not work if landslips happen quicklyAccident investigators have issued an urgent safety warning that the railway’s landslide monitoring equipment may not work when the earth moves suddenly, after discovering sensors …

After criticism for his response to the atrocity, the prime minister shows support for Jewish community ‘in this time of grief’Anthony Albanese has attended a service at the Great Synagogue in Sydney “to honour the memory of those lost” in the Bondi terror attack.After conceding that his government …

arXiv:2512.15830v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Decoding speech from brain activity has typically relied on limited neural recordings collected during short and highly controlled experiments. Here, we introduce a framework to leverage week-long intracranial and audio recordings from patients underg…

Scientists are using CRISPR to fast-track the domestication of a wild fruit. For roughly 10,000 years, farming communities have improved crops by saving seeds from plants that produced better harvests. By repeatedly choosing varieties with desirable traits such as larger size, better flavor, and gre…

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Reports blame Chinese hacking group but minister insists the source of the attack is unclear

After being held for 24 hours, the men say they had been driving to a holiday rental when they were detained by policeSeven men with suspected links to Islamic extremism have been released from police custody after their dramatic arrest on a street.The Victorian-based group were travelling in convoy…

The administrator winding down what remains of Terraform is suing Jump Trading, accusing it of contributing to its demise while profiting illegally.

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New funding from the EU allows Ukraine go shopping for more weapons, says analyst Pavel Felgenhauer

arXiv:2512.15776v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Large Language Models (LLMs) act as powerful reasoning engines but struggle with "symbol grounding" in embodied environments, particularly when information is asymmetrically distributed. We investigate the Privileged Information Bias (or "Curse of Kno…

Here's how to see the Ursid meteor shower, which peaks in dark skies close to a new moon this year.

Quote from: DanClemmensen on 10/06/2025 01:31 pmQuote from: sstli2 on 10/06/2025 12:00 pmArticle in Ars today: [url=https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2025/10/starlinks-ambitious-...

arXiv:2512.16266v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM) is a powerful quantitative technique that provides metabolic and molecular contrast, offering strong translational potential for label-free, real-time diagnostics. However, its clinical adoption remains …

Wall Street stock gurus are making predictions again. Our columnist got into the game with a number he doesn’t believe.

If you want to hear Apple Music’s lossless catalog the way it was meant to sound, you will need a little extra hardware. iPhones and most wireless headphones still have limitations when it comes to high-resolution audio, which means a good DAC can make a real difference in clarity and detail. Whethe…

arXiv:2505.24342v2 Announce Type: replace
Abstract: Images shared online strongly influence emotions and public well-being. Understanding the emotions an image elicits is therefore vital for fostering healthier and more sustainable digital communities, especially during public crises. We study Visu…

Researchers noticed ‘dramatic’ changes in nutrients in crops, including drop in zinc and rise in leadMore carbon dioxide in the environment is making food more calorific but less nutritious – and also potentially more toxic, a study has found.Sterre ter Haar, a lecturer at Leiden University in the N…

arXiv:2512.16921v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Conventional evaluation methods for multimodal LLMs (MLLMs) lack interpretability and are often insufficient to fully disclose significant capability gaps across models. To address this, we introduce AuditDM, an automated framework that actively disco…

Quote from: yg1968 on 12/15/2025 02:48 pmThe current Administration is not anti-science....Evidence to the contrary abounds.

This twist-packed, star-strapped take on the reality juggernaut became the year’s most addictive show. It was a masterclass in suspense, camp and chaos• The 50 best TV shows of 2025• More on the best culture of 2025For narrative twists, unforced comedy and high-profile casting, The Celebrity Traitor…

The 15th iteration of the UK government’s flagship cloud computing procurement framework is due to go live in 2026, and looks set to be very different compared with previous versions of the purchasing agreement

Laura Dern deserves better from the New York Film Festival's closing night film, "Is This Thing On?" Review.

Quote from: Galactic Penguin SST on 12/18/2025 12:32 pmhttps://lvg.shar.gov.in/VSCREGISTRATION/index.jspApparently the page once has the following informa...

Mohammad Javad Vafaei Sani, 30, was arrested in 2020 for taking part in nationwide democracy protests, and has been tortured in prisonA boxing champion in prison in Iran is thought to be at imminent risk of execution after his request for a retrial was rejected by the country’s supreme court.Mohamma…

The Japan Foundation Touring Film Program will present 26 Japanese features across U.K. venues, including acclaimed director Miike Takashi’s latest film “Sham” among diverse offerings spanning comedy, drama, horror, sci-fi and animation. The annual celebration, billed as the U.K.’s largest showcase …

“I didn't expect this book to be analyzed like The Great Gatsby,” hockey smut author Rachel Reid tells WIRED.

Republicans in Congress are jumping off the ObamaCare cliff as they leave Washington without a deal to extend enhanced subsidies for millions of Americans. But the door to a bipartisan deal hasn't been completely shut, and it may not be too late to reverse that increase if a deal is passed early nex…

Charlie Cox thinks that, nine years later, the MCU will finally pay off the potential of one of the best parts of 'The Defenders.'

From rockpooling in Somerset to stargazing in Northumberland, our readers share their favourite seasonal outdoor activities• Tell us about a beach holiday – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucherArrive at Fowlmere RSPB reserve, 10 miles south-west of Cambridge, an hour before nightfall to allow yo…

arXiv:2411.11403v3 Announce Type: replace
Abstract: Priors with non-smooth log-densities, such as the l1-prior, are widely used in Bayesian inverse problems for their sparsity-inducing properties. Existing Langevin-based sampling methods typically rely on proximal mappings or smooth approximations,…

Fawaz Al-Mubaraki, the chief executive officer of Wafra Inc., is leaving at year-end after almost a decade leading the investment manager owned by Kuwait’s state pension agency.

arXiv:2512.16265v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Cooperative perception between vehicles is poised to offer robust and reliable scene understanding. Recently, we are witnessing experimental systems research building testbeds that share raw spatial sensor data for cooperative perception. While there …

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APS A stressful year leads to anxiety. Lasting isolation gives way to depression. An old trauma nags until it becomes paralyzing. Psychological and social experiences shape the brain,...

Quote from: edzieba on Today at 09:32 amWhich first requires the standard those radios will use to talk to Starlink satellites to be nailed down.Not quite true. SpaceX makes its own radios down to custom si...

Government will have to roll over 2025 budget into next year after parliamentary talks collapse

Lowe, and his wife, Sheryl Berkoff, bought the $13 million property in 2020, in the same neighborhood as Oprah Winfrey and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

arXiv:2512.16327v1 Announce Type: cross
Abstract: We consider the geometric problem of determining the maximum number $n_q(r,h,f;s)$ of $(h-1)$-spaces in the projective space $\operatorname{PG}(r-1,q)$ such that each subspace of codimension $f$ does contain at most $s$ elements. In coding theory te…

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Ryde, Isle of Wight: Lots of commotion here among the hovercraft and herring gulls, but it’s the wonderful, tubby geese that make my winterThere’s a hovercraft on the sand, skirts deflated, dumped like a beached whale. Behind it, the pier stretches into the Solent. The air has the dull taste of off-…

John Arnold parlayed windfall from natural gas bets into a foundation that is challenging medicine approvals

"Pluribus" stars Rhea Seehorn and Karolina Wydra weigh in on Carol and Zosia's first kiss in episode 8.

arXiv:2512.16449v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: In vision-based robot manipulation, a single camera view can only capture one side of objects of interest, with additional occlusions in cluttered scenes further restricting visibility. As a result, the observed geometry is incomplete, and grasp estim…

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An 8-year-old boy survived one of Russia’s worst attacks on Ukrainian children. After, investigators — and his family — struggled to find answers.

⚽ All the latest news going into the weekend programme⚽ Premier League: 10 things to look out for | Mail MichaelChelsea’s press conference has started.Enzo Maresca, Chelsea manager, is asked about the stories linking him to the Manchester City job.It doesn’t affect me. It’s 100% speculation. In this…

Hubble captures pair of large bodies colliding in nearby star system:

Let’s examine four of those “dangerous trends” our founders would not have celebrated.

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Clear this hidden data to noticeably speed up your computer - here's how to do it.

Donald Trump gave a primetime address from the White House on Thursday and Stephen Colbert unpacked it on "The Late Show."

This Christmas, as we gather with loved ones and reflect on the year, the ocean continues its quiet work, sustaining life on Earth, regulating our climate, and supporting the planet we call home. Yet our ocean is under increasing pressure and protecting them has never been more important.   The Mari…

Powerful forces look poised to reignite growth at a time when economies are close to capacity

Quote from: Tuna-Fish on 12/10/2025 06:46 pmQuote from: DanClemmensen on 12/10/2025 04:12 pmI don't even know what their concept of "cell" is. I believe they described it...

A research team developed two flavor-enhancing techniques that transform carob pulp into a delicious, sustainable alternative to cocoa. Rising temperatures and the spread of crop diseases are placing increasing pressure on the global supply of cocoa. In response to these challenges, researchers at t…

UnitedHealth Group Inc. released the first outside reviews of its business practices — reports it commissioned that describe its policies as “robust” while pointing to ongoing problems in areas that have faced scrutiny.

The Canadian dealer of Caterpillar Inc.’s massive earth movers and bulldozers is benefiting from a construction boom that’s powered its stock into an epic rally.

IAG SA has warned that owning a minority stake in TAP SA will present a challenge for the British Airways parent, which would prefer majority ownership to lift the Portuguese airline’s margins.

A 15-year-old is accused of murdering nine-year-old Aria Thorpe.

In the face of energy cost swings and the desire to run cleaner and more efficiently, more homeowners are raising the stakes on their heating and cooling tech and their investment in long-term stability.

Quote from: thespacecow on Today at 07:25 amThe new space related Executive Order has this part:Quote(ii) ...

The subscription channel takes over from the BBC which had been the principal partner since 1954 and provided free-to-air coverage.

A sideways spiral galaxy shines in this NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image. Located about 60 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo (the Maiden), NGC 4388 is a resident of the Virgo galaxy cluster. This enormous cluster of galaxies contains more than a thousand members and is the nea…

arXiv:2512.16553v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Large Language Models (LLMs) have evolved from simple chatbots into sophisticated agents capable of automating complex real-world tasks, where browsing and reasoning over live web content is key to assessing retrieval and cognitive skills. Existing be…

arXiv:2512.16420v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: We present DPDFNet, a causal single-channel speech enhancement model that extends DeepFilterNet2 architecture with dual-path blocks in the encoder, strengthening long-range temporal and cross-band modeling while preserving the original enhancement fra…

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Welcome to our annual list of the worst, least successful, and simply dumbest technologies of the year.
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What causes an EP (argon) tank to overpressurize and burst out ("venting" being a likely euphemism for bursting, given the debris field generated)?

As we have been covering over the past year, major investments have been made to better the outlook for running FreeBSD on laptop hardware. From WiFi driver improvements to enhancing suspend/resume, power management, graphics drivers, and other features, it's been a big undertaking to make FreeBSD w…