It is no secret that animals have been used in medical education for centuries. However, as society evolves and new technologies emerge, the practice of using live animals for surgical training is being increasingly called into question. Despite the advancements in alternative methods, such as simulators and cadavers, some surgical residencies, including programs at prestigious
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The story of Homo floresiensis, fondly referred to as the ‘hobbits’, has taken an intriguing turn with the recent unveiling of a 700,000-year-old adult humerus fragment. This ancient relative, smaller than any other hominin in the fossil record, challenges our previous understanding of the diminutive stature of these mysterious beings. The tiny upper arm bone,
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Sustained market declines can have dire consequences that go beyond just the financial realm. Morningstar DBRS analysts have warned that these declines could potentially become a “self-fulfilling prophecy” that leads to a recession. They express concerns about corporate CEOs cutting back on investments and consumers pulling back on spending, which could further exacerbate the situation.
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In a surprising announcement, OpenAI co-founder John Schulman declared his departure from the Microsoft-backed company to join Anthropic, an artificial intelligence startup funded by Amazon. Schulman, who had been a key figure at OpenAI, contributed to refining AI models for the ChatGPT chatbot and developing a programming interface for third-party developers. His decision to leave
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In a recent development, five secretaries of state have raised concerns regarding the accuracy of Elon Musk’s social media platform X’s artificial intelligence search assistant. They highlighted that the AI chatbot Grok shared false information about the 2024 presidential election, specifically regarding ballot deadlines in various states. This misinformation was spread shortly after President Joe
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