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We're Obsessed With These Spectacular Shipping Container Homes
Shipping containers are becoming a popular foundation of home construction, but while many choose to use just one, others are stacking, balancing and connecting multiple containers to create huge shipping container mansions.
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From vibrant veggies and brilliant berries to meats, fish, and proteins, these are the foods that should always be in your freezer.
NewsFormer Defence Secretary John Nott dies aged 92
The Tory politician oversaw the recapture of the Falklands Islands and gained fame after storming out of a TV interview.
NewsReal Madrid have a future superstar – & he’s honing his skills under a Barcelona legend
This kid's potential is sky high.
NewsAn Electric Mazda Miata Successor Is In The Works–With A Rotary Gas Engine
The gorgeous Iconic SP concept from last year was designed to be easily turned into a production car.
NewsCars swept away by floods in Spain's Girona following heavy rain
Cars swept away by devastating floods in Spain's Girona following heavy rain. The city of Girona in Catalonia has bene hit with torrential rain causing streets to be flooded and cars to be swept away.
NewsUS: Nuclear Force Readiness of USA Demonstrated in Minuteman III Test Launch
Vandenberg Space Force Base, United States - November 05, 2024 On November 5, 2024, at 11:01 p.m. Pacific Time, an unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) was successfully launched during an operational test at Vandenberg Space Force Base. This launch underscored the readiness, reliability, and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear force, showcasing its role as a safe and powerful deterrent in an era of strategic competition. The ICBM test is part of routine efforts to verify the capability and reliability of the U.S. nuclear fleet, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to maintaining a strong and effective defense.
NewsDirty Angels (2024) Official Trailer
When a group of schoolgirls is taken hostage in Afghanistan, an American soldier named Jake (Eva Green) joins an all-women commando unit to liberate them. The plan: Gain the trust of the terrorists by posing as members of a relief organization. But double-crosses, tragedies, and the ghosts of Jake's past complicate the rescue in this do-or-die mission.
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Boybands Forever Trailer
The inside story behind the success of some of the UK and Ireland's most celebrated popstars during the '90s and early '00s.
NewsJapan: Mice Tails Crack the Code for Balance, Offering New Insights into Human Health
Japan - November 06, 2024 Scientists at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) have unveiled a surprising aspect of mouse anatomy that could have significant implications for understanding human neurodegenerative diseases. A study published in the Journal of Experimental Biology reveals how mice actively use their tails to maintain balance, much like a whip countering the motion of a fall. Dr. Salvatore Lacava, first author of the study, explains, "By observing how healthy mice use their tails, we can gain insights into balance mechanisms, which are essential for research into motor control disorders like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s." The research utilized an innovative setup with a tilting platform, high-speed cameras, and mathematical models to demonstrate that mice don't just rely on their tails as passive counterweights. When the ground beneath them moves, mice rapidly swing their tails in the opposite direction to generate angular momentum, thus preventing falls. This active tail-flicking is also employed on thin platforms to stabilize their movement. Professor Marylka Yoe Uusisaari, the study's senior author, highlights the significance, "Understanding the dynamic role of tails in balance not only enhances our basic biological knowledge but also improves our experimental models for human-related research." The study challenges traditional mouse balance tests and introduces a more nuanced assessment by tracking how well a mouse's body aligns over its feet during movement. This new model could set a higher standard for diagnosing early balance impairments in mice, mirroring potential early-stage symptoms in humans. Dr. Lacava hopes that "by refining our assessment tools, we can spot and treat balance issues in humans before they significantly impact mobility." This research not only sheds light on an underappreciated aspect of everyday animals but also provides a new lens through which to view the complexities of human neurological health. [Credit: Lacava et al.]
NewsChile: Chinese brands offer innovative solutions for Chile's health system
Chile - Recent AI-powered medical equipment imported from China is helping Chilean doctors achieve faster and more accurate diagnoses, reduce wait times and improve service delivery in a country grappling with a strained healthcare system. The average waiting time for a Chilean seeking medical attention in the national health system is 255 days. Using new technology and medical equipment developed by Chinese firms, hospitals can carry out high-quality examinations in less time, optimizing both hospital resources and the patient experience. Among the new Chinese-made solutions is a tomography device produced by Neusoft, based in Shenyang in northeast China’s Liaoning province. The use of AI technology in medical devices means faster analysis of the data obtained, streamlining clinical decision-making and improving the whole medical process. Another ultrasound scanner for pregnancy can significantly reduce the time required for a complete fetal morphological study. Apart from their technological and quality advantages, these devices are also more affordable than similar devices produced elsewhere. Thanks to trade and technology agreements between China and Chile, this medical collaboration is expected to expand, allowing for increasingly advanced solutions that benefit both healthcare professionals and patients. Shotlist: Chile - Recent: 1. Various of intelligent medical scanning equipment, scanned image of human head; 2. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Gina Sarmiento, equipment specialist, Neusoft (starting with shot 1/partially overlaid with shot 3): "It is a tomography device that can explore the internal part of the human body and obtain high-quality images to help doctors, radiologists and specialists make an accurate diagnosis for proper treatment of patients. For example, AI-based technology can position patients, optimize processes, and help doctors and radiologists provide faster and more accurate diagnoses." Gina Sarmiento; [SHOT OVERLAYING SOUNDBITE] 3. Intelligent medical scanning equipment; [SHOT OVERLAYING SOUNDBITE] 4. Various of prenatal ultrasound examination in progress, screen showing fetal images; 5. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Dra. Angelica Telles, clinical applications manager, SonoScape Latin America: "It helps us to carry out a complete fetal morphological study of week 20, 24, more or less, in a fast and efficient way and without pressing any other button, just by tracking the baby. With this, it's more convenient and takes around 75 percent less time than before to carry out a complete morphological study. Anyone who understands this knows that saving more than 75 percent of this time is really significant, since it gives us the opportunity to see even more patients."; 6. Various of prenatal ultrasound examination in progress, screen showing fetal images; 7. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Raul Guinez, president, Imaging Center, San Lorenzo Clinic (starting with shot 6): "Chinese technology is now approved and in some ways has exactly the same standards as those more traditional brands in the imaging field where we work. We see a very favorable price-quality ratio and, therefore, that makes us choose Chinese technology."; 8. Various of intelligent medical equipment on display; 9. SOUNDBITE (Spanish) Alejandro Chinchon, commercial manager, Medical Market (starting with shot 8): "We could say that the view towards China has changed. China is currently at the forefront of medical technology. They are doing many incredible things. I think that at this moment the future is in China and it is becoming easier for our clients to understand that idea. China has done things very well. The companies we work with have really excellent professionals. Many of them are trained and able to speak Spanish and English, which allows them to clearly communicate the message of Chinese brands and help Chilean medical institutions use the products."; 10. Various of intelligent medical equipment on display. [Restriction - No access Chinese mainland]
NewsRemember when Ukrainians troops were caught capturing a Russian vehicle?
Remember when Ukrainians troops were caught capturing a Russian vehicle?
NewsChina: AI-powered industrial robots reshape China's manufacturing landscape
China - November 08, 2024 AI-powered industrial robots reshape China's manufacturing landscape (Voice_over) Industrial robots powered by artificial intelligence are heralding in a new era of efficiency and productivity in China's manufacturing industry. With an AI "brain" and cameras for its eyes, this industrial robot can analyze and then replicate human movements. Its developers say the robot is best suited for handling intricate operations. (Sound_bite) Pan Zhengyi, general manager, Micro-Intelligence: "We give the robot an 'eye' and 'brain' to help it recognize the surrounding environment. We transmit the information and data it collects to the large model, enabling it to understand tasks, instructions and movements." (Voice_over) At an electronics factory in east China's Changzhou City, 64 AI-powered robots conduct quality inspections with high levels of accuracy and consistency. The automated machines were developed by Micro-Intelligence and have freed human workers from the monotony of quality checks. (Sound_bite) Wang Hui, AI annotator, Micro-Intelligence: "Now on the company's platform, I use tools to annotate defects on images of products, leveraging my past experience of manual inspection to generate data for models to learn from." (Voice_over) According to the International Federation of Robotics, China installed more than 270,000 industrial robots last year, making up more than half of the world's total. [Restriction: No access Chinese mainland]
NewsChina: Global innovators showcase tech advancements at 7th CIIE
China - November 08, 2024 Global innovators showcase tech advancements at 7th CIIE (Stand_up) Dai Kaiyi, Reporter: "This is the Intelligent Industry & Information Technology Hall at the 7th Expo, showcasing all the latest cutting-edge technologies. It’s as packed as last year, with exhibitors busy presenting their innovations and visitors eager to see what’s on offer." (Voice_over) Based in Silicon Valley, the company ZAP makes what it calls the “next generation” surgical device, specifically designed for radiation treatment for brain tumors. (Sound_bite) Dr. John Adler, Jr., Professor of Neurosurgery, Founder and CEO, Zap Surgical Systems: "My company ZAP Surgical makes ZAP-X, that make it possible to operate without blood without pain, and on an outpatient basis, I believe it’s part of the next generation of surgery revolution." (Voice_over) Adler believes this surgical instrument needs a big market like China. (Sound_bite) Dr. John Adler, Jr., Professor of Neurosurgery, Founder and CEO, Zap Surgical Systems: "The CIIE is here about the future, and I think we are trying to find products that will advance the world at large, but especially here the Chinese market. China now being a country on the future, a nation of the future. I’m excited to be here to tell the story." (Voice_over) Like ZAP, German optical company ZEISS is focused on business strategy in China. (Sound_bite) Maximilian Foerst, President and CEO, ZEISS Greater China: "The first CIIE, 100 percent of the products were products which were being imported. If you look on the boost today, 50 percent of the products are products which have been developed in China, manufactured in China, either in those ZEISS facilities in R&D centers or together with local partners. It shows you a bit how the CIIE has really brought the community together to develop new ideas and innovation." (Voice_over) For Xylem, a water equipment supplier, the goal is building a safer world for water resources. At this year’s China International Import Expo, the company showcased products like a smart ozone system designed to support water treatment plants. (Sound_bite) Lu Shuping, President, Xylem China: "Every year we come here. It is an open platform where we see a lot of cutting-edge technology. It is also a platform for us to showcase our advanced water treatment technology. So, we have a platform to interchange with our partners, with the eco partners in here. This is really, China is a hotbed for innovation and high tech." (Voice_over) She said as an innovative solution provider, China is the best place for the company. [Restriction: No access Chinese mainland]
NewsUkraine destroyed another Russian surface-to-air missile system
Ukraine destroyed another Russian surface-to-air missile system
NewsFirst Mounjaro death in the UK: Nurse's death directly linked to jab
Susan McGowan, 58, (pictured) from Lanarkshire, died after taking two low-dose injections of tirzepatide, known under the brand name Mounjaro.
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