Mon, December 2, 2024

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Data, AI, and customer-centricity: Navigating the redefinition of financial services in the digital era

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'Worth $19.5 million': NASA to launch an artificial star which will orbit 22,236 miles above Earth

NASA, in collaboration with George Mason University, is preparing to launch the Landolt NASA Space Mission, a $19.5 million initiative to place an artificial "star" in orbit by 2029.

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Canada to tackle labor shortage with immigrants in key sectors

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Hong Kong universities should press on with building global connections, Zheng Yanxiong says

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LIVE: 590+ Black Friday Deals & Sales Still On in Australia

The mega Black Friday sales are almost over with only today, Sunday December 1 left of the massive Cyber Weekend.

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Groundbreaking projects and inspiring leaders shine at 2024 Engineers Australia Excellence Awards

Engineering's brightest minds and most impactful achievements have been celebrated at the 2024 Engineers Australia Excellence Awards, held recently in Brisbane.

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Qatar's ministry updates job title description, classification guide for private sector

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Scientists discover the key to treating depression and anxiety

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Massive Moon Replica At IIT Festival Brings Lunar Terrain To Life

A beautiful replica of the moon is proving to be a crowd-puller at the ongoing India International Science Festival at IIT, Guwahati.

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Astronomers Find Rare Supernova That Could Rewrite Cosmic History

Researchers have documented a rare supernova, 2023ufx, the most metal-poor stellar explosion observed, located in a dwarf galaxy. This finding is crucial as it mirrors the early universe's conditions,

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700 Delegates To Take Part In International Conference On Materials Science At Indore's DAVV

The UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research (UGC-DAE CSR), Indore, is all set to host the 35th annual general meeting (AGM) of the Materials Research Society of India (MRSI) along with the International Union of Materials Research Societies - International Conference in Asia (IUMRS-ICA) 2024 and 6th Indian Materials
Sun, December 1, 2024

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Plasma compression breakthrough: General Fusion hits 600 million neutrons per second

General Fusion attained world-first achievements using its uniquely practical Magnetized Target Fusion (MTF) technology.

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SpaceX launches next-gen US spy satellites, 20 Starlink spacecraft from California

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EE issues urgent text warning to all UK iPhone and Android users, don't ignore it

EE says it's trying to take some of the sting out of the scammer's tails by blocking millions of texts each month before they reach consumers. However, that doesn't mean some don't slip through the net. That's why the UK provider has just issued some new advice on how to stay safe this Christmas.

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World's Richest Man Elon Musk Defies Traditional Investing Advice, "It's OK to Have Your Eggs in One Basket as Long as you Control What Happens to That Basket"

Elon Musk, a name synonymous with innovation and audacity, once said, "It's OK to have your eggs in one basket as long as you control what happens to that basket." This statement offers a glimpse into Musk's approach to risk,

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Now read the rest of The Algorithm

But truly deleting your personal genetic information from the DNA testing company is easier said than done. The award recognizes foundational contributions to deep learning, a technology that Hinton has since come to fear.

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The best Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals on portable jump starters could save your butt this winter

This NOCO portable power bank can jump start a typical car up to 20 times on a single charge and it's only $79 right now.

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Save $300 on one of the best 65-inch TVs ever made with this early Cyber Monday sale

The LG C3 is one of the best TVs you can buy at the moment and the 65-inch is on-sale right now for Cyber Monday.

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NASA's next-gen Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope gets its powerful eye (photos)

The optics for NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope have been delivered, marking a big milestone in the assembly of the powerful next-generation observatory.

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Dragon Ball DAIMA Just Found The Perfect Fix To The Anime's Power Scaling Problems

The creation of new warriors like Majin Buu can fix the power scaling issues of Dragon Ball DAIMA and Dragon Ball Super.

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"Comfortable With Discomfort Of Change": Full Text Of Gautam Adani's Speech

Billionare Gautam Adani today addressed the 51st India Gem & Jewellery Awards in Jaipur. During his address, Mr Adani responded to the legal matter involving the US Department of Justice.

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CD Projekt promises that, compared to The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, The Witcher 4 'will not be smaller, and it will not be worse'

Speaking to Eurogamer, CD Projekt Red's vice president of technology, Charles Tremblay, discussed the switch from the internally developed REDengine, last used on Cyberpunk 2077,

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Foreign investors scrutinize China capital markets as opportunities widen, diversify

Qian is often a go-to point for foreign investors seeking clarity on China's capital markets. "Many foreign investors, on recent visits, have told me that their Asia, and in particular, China portfolio, is underweight," he said.

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Hypersonic Reentry: How OSIRIS-REx Transformed Space Science

The OSIRIS-REx mission returned asteroid samples, enabling a vast observation campaign that provided new insights into atmospheric entry using innovative distributed acoustic sensing technology. This success prepares the spacecraft,

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Amity confers degrees and diplomas to over 18,000 graduands

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Sky issues last chance warning as Black Friday sale end date confirmed

Sky has launched its Black Friday sale, with hundreds off TV packages, broadband and mobile plans, but time is ticking if you want to bag a bargain

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This clever blood pressure monitoring smartwatch isn't made by Apple or Samsung

Medically certified blood pressure monitoring arrives on a consumer wearable but other pitfalls mean the Huawei Watch D2 isn't for everyone

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How is this Garmin fitness tracker even cheaper? Lowest-price ever for Black Friday

Price history: For most of the year, the price of Garmin Forerunner 955 has stayed at $499.99 with occasional sales down to $405 or $399.99. Today's deal equals the best-ever savings on the watch.

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DOST budget hike approved - Zubiri

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will be receiving an increase in its budget in 2025, according to Sen. Juan Miguel Zubiri. In his keynote speech at the closing plenary of the 2024 Philippine Textile Industry Forum at the Limketkai Luxe Hotel here,

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Future innovators develop real-world sustainable solutions at ai hackathon hosted by QF's QSTP

Sat, November 30, 2024

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Deals on BRI framework, 12 projects likely in China

On her return from Chengdu, Foreign Minister Deuba says talks between Nepali and Chinese diplomats were positive.

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IISF 2024: Guwahati Science Declaration To Chart India's Path To Becoming Global Manufacturing Hub

An action plan will be prepared to step up science and technology-led manufacturing capabilities in three key areas - healthcare, energy, and carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS)

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Afraid Ending, Explained: Why Do Curtis and His Family Enter the Car? Is AIA Alive?

At the end of Chris Weitz's science fiction horror film 'Afraid,' Curtis and his family's nightmare worsens as AIA finally shows her true colors without holding anything back. Throughout the narrative,

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Borno govt allocates N1.6 billion for rehabilitation of 33 hit by floods

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India's growth over last decade propelled by advancement in science, tech: MoS Jitendra Singh

Delivering the presidential address at the inaugural session of the 10th India International Science Festival (IISF) here, the Union Minister of State said, "India's remarkable growth story is deeply rooted in its advancements in science and technology,

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Home Team tech agency ramps up hiring and keeps flexi-work amid global techlash

But the Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) - which celebrates its fifth-year anniversary on Dec 1 - is bucking the trend, and has been aggressively hiring and sticking to flexi-work.

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The 10 best running shoe Black Friday deals picked by an experienced distance runner

We have rounded up the 10 best running shoe deals but be quick out of the blocks because some of these deals will go soon.

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Labour MP hit by barrage of racist abuse after calling Musk to give evidence

A senior Labour MP was targeted by a barrage of racist and sexist online abuse from supporters of Elon Musk after demanding that the billionaire give evidence to Parliament.

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Bamboo expert, ISO Excellence awardee appointed as DOST-FPRDI director

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Green packaging pushed using alternative materials

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NSTW 2024 promotes resilient, poverty-free, secure society

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U of A technology can help U.S. prepare for battles in space, official says

Battles in the future will be fought in space — not at the speed of missiles, but at the speed of light, says the University of Arizona's new senior vice

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'AI Jesus' avatar tests man's faith in machines and the divine

An avatar of "Jesus" on a computer screen — tucked into a confessional — took questions by visitors on faith, morality and modern-day woes, and offered responses based on Scripture.

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PH to host plastic pollution summit

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Amazon's PS5 Slim Black Friday deal includes 'free' Fortnite bundle for limited time

Amazon shoppers can get a free Fortnite bundle with a PlayStation 5 for the same price as buying the console on its own

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Goodbye, crazy hair: Your ultimate guide to fighting static electricity

From the science behind flyaway strands to Dyson's latest solutions—everything you need to know about winter's most annoying hair issue, plus the technology that can save your look.

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Vancouver nonprofit iUrban Teen awarded more than $800K to boost manufacturing career pathways for youth

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India's largest science fest gets underway at IIT-Guwahati

GUWAHATI: The 10th edition of the India International Science Festival (IISF) the country's largest science fest began at the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati on Saturday. The event celebrates India's scientific achievements,

Return to Helgoland: celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics

One of the most significant events in the International Year of Quantum of Science and Technology is a workshop being held in June 2025 in Helgoland - the island where Werner Heisenberg laid the foundations for quantum mechanics 100 years ago.

The article "Return to Helgoland: celebrating 100 years of quantum mechanics" from Physics World discusses the centennial celebration of quantum mechanics, focusing on the pivotal moment when Werner Heisenberg, in 1925, developed the foundational ideas of quantum mechanics while on the island of Helgoland. The piece highlights how Heisenberg's retreat to this remote location allowed him to escape the distractions of everyday life and engage deeply with the mysteries of atomic physics, leading to the formulation of matrix mechanics. It also covers the subsequent development of quantum theory, including contributions from other physicists like Erwin Schrödinger, and reflects on the profound impact quantum mechanics has had on science and technology over the last century. The article includes insights from modern physicists on the significance of Heisenberg's work and the ongoing relevance of quantum mechanics in current research, particularly in quantum computing and quantum information.

Read the Full Physics World Article at:
https://physicsworld.com/a/return-to-helgoland-celebrating-100-years-of-quantum-mechanics/