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A red panda named Paprika was introduced to her potential mate at the Greater Vancouver Zoo recently, as part of a conservation program for the endangered species. After being in quarantine since she arrived from the Toronto Zoo in December, the six-year-old red panda finally met her match, Arun, on Saturday. "I won't say that they are in love, but they are definitely enjoying being together," said Menita Prasad, director of animal care at the zoo. The hope is that the two will produce cubs as part of a species survival…

Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts. Hello, and welcome to Equity, a podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. This week, Mary Ann, Kirsten and Alex gathered to chat through a massive sheaf of news. A note before we get to the rundown: Reddit filed to go public after we recorded this episode, so we didn’t get to talk about its IPO in this episode. We’ll definitely discuss its S-1 filing in due time, so make sure to tune in again! Here’s the…

A single injection of the 102-year-old tuberculosis vaccine, BCG, has proven effective at triggering an immune response in mice and shrank their liver cancer tumors, according to research by UC Davis Health. The findings suggest that BCG might be an alternative way of treating this notoriously hard-to-treat cancer.As the most common type of liver cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Despite treatment options that include surgery, radio- and chemotherapy,…

In the realm of modern software development and IT infrastructure, the amalgamation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Microservice Architecture has sparked a revolution, promising a new era of scalability, flexibility, and efficiency. This blog delves into the synergistic relationship between AI and microservices, exploring whether they indeed constitute a perfect match for businesses and developers looking to harness the full potential of both worlds. The Rise of Microservices Microservice architecture, characterized…

In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, investors are constantly on the lookout for the next big opportunity that could yield substantial returns. With Solana (SOL) setting the stage with its remarkable 1000% surge, all eyes are now on Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Retik Finance (RETIK) to see if they can replicate such astronomical gains. Let’s explore the potential scenarios and analyse how these two tokens stack up against each other. Solana’s Spectacular Surge: A Catalyst for Speculation Solana’s meteoric…

Using a cold plasma jet to activate hydrogel, researchers have created a dressing with antibacterial and wound-healing properties. The technology could be used as an alternative to current treatments that rely on antibiotics to treat chronic wounds, such as diabetic foot ulcers.The growing global number of diabetics means that there will be more people who experience a foot ulcer in their lifetime. For 60% of diabetics, these ulcers will become infected, and because of poor wound healing associated with the condition, the…

A short post about a useful function in Pandas, merge_asof. It’s one of the most used tools in Pandas when dealing with time series data.Continue reading on Towards Data Science » A short post about a useful function in Pandas, merge_asof. It’s one of the most used tools in Pandas when dealing with time series data.Continue reading on Towards Data Science » FOLLOW US ON GOOGLE NEWS Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Techno Blender is an automatic aggregator of the all world’s…

Yuan Thompson and her husband have been together since 2008, and while at first she believed they could be soulmates — they had that initial spark, anyway — she says it was dedication and tough work that made them a lasting couple."We definitely enjoyed each other when we first met. We had a super-fun summer, so we decided to stay in touch after that. But honestly, it took seven years of long-distance relationship and lots of hard work for us to eventually be together," Thompson, 38, told CBC News from Ottawa."We all have…

India risks losing out to China and Vietnam as it seeks to become a major smartphone export hub and must "act fast" to lure global companies with lower tariffs, the deputy IT minister said in government documents seen by Reuters.Smartphone manufacturing is a key plank of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitions to boost the economy and create jobs by attracting companies such as Apple, Foxconn and Samsung to India, the world's second-largest mobile market where production grew 16% year-on-year to $44 billion last…

Gaming earbuds have come a long way in recent years, offering immersive soundscapes, crystal-clear communication, and ergonomic designs tailored for long gaming sessions. With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right pair. That's why we've handpicked a selection of the best gaming earbuds available, catering to different budgets and preferences. Whether you're looking for wireless convenience, noise-cancelling technology or customizable sound…