Researchers have been using special maps called saliency maps to understand why certain AI models make specific decisions about glaucoma. They trained these AI models, called convolutional neural networks, to diagnose glaucoma using pictures of the eye's fundus, which is the inner lining of the eye.
Get ready for a special treat on “Saturday Night Live”! The popular NBC comedy sketch show is kicking off its 50th season with two new episodes in January. On January 25th, Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet will be pulling double duty as both the host and the musical guest. This isn't his firs
Actress Daniella Pineda, known for her role in Jurassic World, faced a devastating loss when the Los Angeles wildfires struck. Her home and most of her possessions were destroyed, leaving her with little more than her dog, a laptop, and a single pair of shoes. Pineda shared a heartbreaking collectio
As California's wildfires rage on, a number of Hollywood celebrities have found themselves among the many residents whose homes have been destroyed. The fires, burning since 2025, have already taken lives and forced thousands to flee. One such celebrity is Paris Hilton, who lost her Malibu beach ho
Have you ever thought about how Pluto got its giant moon, Charon? Scientists now believe that Pluto and Charon were once two separate objects that collided and briefly stuck together. This isn't like how Earth's moon was formed from a giant impact. Pluto and Charon are more like ice and rocks, so th
Some big news for shoppers in South Florida: a few Macy’s stores and Furniture Galleries are packing up and saying goodbye. Macy’s recently announced their plan to close around 150 stores across the country that aren’t performing well. In South Florida, this means a handful of stores are on the chop
Milo Ventimiglia, known for his role in 'This Is Us, ' recently lost his home in the Malibu fires. After evacuating with his family, he returned to see the damage. The experience was "heavy, " as he put it, with memories flooding back as he surveyed the ruins. The actor watched his home burn via sec
Ever wondered how tiny creatures like fruit fly larvae get a sudden burst of energy to move around? Scientists have found that when these larvae, known as Drosophila, are hungry, their nervous system kicks into high gear. A type of neuron called type II octopaminergic motor neurons (MNs) starts firi
Joseph Aoun, Lebanon's newly elected president, is a man who likes to keep things simple and straightforward. Unlike many in Lebanon's political scene, Aoun has always stayed away from party politics and media attention. Those who know him describe him as kind, compassionate, and focused on his duti
Eating right can make a big difference for people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is a useful tool that helps them see how what they eat affects their blood sugar levels in real time. But what happens when people with T2D start using CGM with a focus on their diet? Th
