Author: Nicole Roney

McCreary County Record In the world of artificial intelligence, small language models are making a big impact. These tiny AI models are gaining popularity for their ability to run on local devices without the need for cloud computing. One major player in this trend is Apple, who recently introduced OpenELM, a set of these small language models that can run directly on smartphones. Available on the platform Hugging Face under an Apple Sample Code License, OpenELM features models with a range of 270 million to 3 billion parameters. Despite their smaller size, these models offer significant performance improvements compared to…

In a groundbreaking predictive mock draft for the 2024 NFL Draft, analysts are forecasting some major moves that could shake up the league. This mock draft, featured on the “With the First Pick” podcast hosted by NFL Draft analyst Ryan Wilson and former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman, provides fans with a glimpse into the future of their favorite teams. The mock draft predicts that the Chicago Bears will kick things off by selecting USC quarterback Caleb Williams with the first overall pick. Williams, known for his dynamic playmaking ability, could be a game-changer for the Bears as they look…

Exciting News for Gamers: Another Crab’s Treasure Joins Xbox Game Pass Exciting news for gamers as Another Crab’s Treasure is set to join Xbox Game Pass on console and PC tomorrow, adding to the list of upcoming games available on the popular platform. Developed by Aggro Crab, the game offers players a colorful underwater world on the brink of collapse due to excessive trash, with players assuming the role of Kril, a hermit crab on a mission to find his shell and combat a spreading disease. Players can look forward to battling over 20 bosses, collecting various shells with special…

Qualcomm Unveils New Snapdragon X Plus Chip for Windows PCs Qualcomm has recently announced the launch of the Snapdragon X Plus, a more affordable version of the Snapdragon X Elite chip designed for ARM-powered Windows machines. The new chip is based on the same Oryon CPU as the Elite but with 10 cores instead of 12, and a slightly lower clock speed of 3.4GHz compared to 3.8GHz. In a recent multi-threaded CPU benchmark, the Snapdragon X Plus outperformed Apple’s M3 chip by about 10%. Additionally, the chip is more power efficient compared to traditional x86 chips, using 54% less power…

Richard Gadd, the creator of the popular show “Baby Reindeer,” is urging fans to stop speculating on the real-life identities of the characters in the show. This plea comes after speculation led to a police investigation when his friend Sean Foley was falsely accused of being Gadd’s abuser. Gadd wants to make it clear that the purpose of the show is not to play a game of “Guess Who” with real-life people. “Baby Reindeer” fictionalizes Gadd’s personal trauma, including a woman who stalked him and a fellow who sexually assaulted him. The show first premiered as a one-man show at…

Jewish Students Face Tensions During Passover Amid Allegations of Antisemitism at Pro-Palestinian Protests As tensions continue to rise in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, Jewish students at college campuses across the United States are facing a wave of antisemitic incidents during the Passover holiday. Protests in support of Palestine have intensified, with over 34,000 deaths reported in Gaza. Columbia University in New York took drastic measures by canceling in-person classes and increasing security for Jewish students following concerns over their safety. Similar chaos unfolded at Cal Poly Humboldt, where police clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters demanding the…

Frederik Andersen to start in goal for Carolina Hurricanes in back-to-back games Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen will be getting the start in goal for the second consecutive game as they take on the New York Islanders in Game 2 of their series. This marks the first time Andersen will play back-to-back games since returning from a blood clotting issue in March. Andersen put on an impressive performance in Game 1, stopping 33 out of 34 shots to help lead the Hurricanes to a 2-1 victory over the Islanders. Head Coach Rod Brind’Amour has expressed confidence in Andersen’s abilities and…

A recent solar eclipse event held at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis has sparked concerns about potential exposure to measles after an infected individual from out of state attended the event on April 8. The museum has since sent out notifications to attendees and staff, warning them about the possible exposure. Symptoms of measles, including fever, cough, runny nose, red, watery eyes, and a rash, could appear between April 22 and April 29 for those who were present at the event. Complications of measles can be severe, such as viral sepsis, pneumonia, and encephalitis. While the risk to the general…

In a dramatic display of force, police clad in riot gear arrested students who had been staging an anti-Israel protest encampment at Yale University’s Connecticut campus. The protesters, numbering roughly 200, had gathered in the plaza at the New Haven campus to voice their opposition. Despite warnings from law enforcement to clear out or face arrest, scores of protesters remained defiant. They were ultimately arrested for trespassing and taken away on Yale University shuttle buses. Some students even went so far as to lock arms around a flagpole, singing “We shall not be moved” as police cleared the plaza. The…

The Federal Reserve’s forecasting and communication methods are facing increased scrutiny as the economy continues to defy expectations. Recent events have exposed shortcomings in the Fed’s approach to projecting interest rates and economic growth, leading to calls for a new strategy. While the central projection of three interest-rate cuts in 2024 has been the focus of Fed communications, critics argue that it fails to account for the full range of potential outcomes. As a result, many experts are advocating for the adoption of scenario analysis as a more effective method for conveying the uncertainties surrounding future policy decisions. Former Fed…