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CDC data confirms US is 2 months away from losing measles elimination status

Unsurprising This 9171 subtype “continues, unfortunately uninterrupted, across multiple jurisdictions,” David Sugerman, who leads the CDC measles response, said on the call. According to the Times, local health officials are pessimistic that they’ll be able to stamp out the virus’ spread, saying that vaccination efforts have had “limited” impact. As Ars reported previously, vaccination rates […]

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Apple’s custom Wi-Fi chip gives the iPhone 17 a notable boost, according to speed tests

On paper, the N1 chip’s Wi-Fi capabilities appear “virtually identical to its Broadcom-based predecessor” in the iPhone 16, according to Ookla. The N1 is also limited to 160MHz channels and doesn’t take full advantage of Wi-Fi 7’s faster 320MHz channels, but for real world users that limitation didn’t have a significant impact. Using Speedtest Intelligence

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LLMs in Action: Real-World Examples of Large Language Model Implementations

Large Language Models (LLMs) are revolutionizing various industries with their ability to understand, generate, and manipulate human language. From automating customer service to creating original content, the possibilities seem endless. This article explores several real-world examples of LLM implementations, showcasing their diverse applications and impact. Customer Service Automation One of the most prominent applications of

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PlayStation 2025 Black Friday deals announced: Sony is taking $100 off PS5 consoles starting on Friday

If you’ve been waiting to grab a PlayStation 5, these Black Friday deals are worth noting. Sony’s latest consoles are getting a $100 discount across the board starting November 21, dropping the PS5 Digital Edition to $399, the standard PS5 to $449 and the PS5 Pro to $649. Those are some of the best prices

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@miguelaeh_ This is seriously cool, UX bugs are always easiest to spot while using the product, but capturing them, explaining them, and turning them into actionable fixes is usually a messy process. The ability to record the issue, narrate it, and get an automatic pull request is such a game changer. Love that it also

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The Future of AI is Here: How LLMs are Changing the Way We Live and Work

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic fantasy; it’s a present-day reality rapidly transforming our world. At the forefront of this revolution are Large Language Models (LLMs), powerful AI systems capable of understanding, generating, and interacting with human language in remarkable ways. From automating mundane tasks to unlocking creative potential, LLMs are poised to

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The Shark FlexStyle was the best thing I bought during Black Friday last year — now its down to its lowest price ever

SAVE $130: As of Nov. 18, get the Shark FlexStyle for $199.99 — its lowest price ever. That saves you $130 for 38% off ahead of Black Friday 2025. $199.99 at Amazon $329.99 Save $130   Working as a shopping reporter, it’s easy to be jaded about deals. I’ve covered all the big events for

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Microsoft tries to head off the “novel security risks” of Windows 11 AI agents

Microsoft has been adding AI features to Windows 11 for years, but things have recently entered a new phase, with both generative and so-called “agentic” AI features working their way deeper into the bedrock of the operating system. A new build of Windows 11 released to Windows Insider Program testers yesterday includes a new “experimental

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