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Simplismart supercharges AI performance with personalized, software-optimized inference engine
The software-optimized inference engine behind Simiplismart MLOps platform runs Llama3.1 8B at a peak throughput of 501 tokens per second.Tech - VentureBeat - October 17 -
SoFi’s stock set to extend surge — and this is what’s driving recent optimism
LendingClub’s improving delinquency trends suggest SoFi could see similar dynamics, an analyst says.Business - MarketWatch - October 25 -
‘Five to ten seconds appears to be optimal’: the science behind hugs
As an airport limits goodbye cuddles to three minutes, here’s a guide to different embraces, and their positive effects. Be it a brief squeeze or a bone-crushing bear hug, few can deny the comfort ...World - The Guardian - October 26 -
'We need the optimism': Jameis Winston breathing new life into Browns' offense
The previously moribund Browns offense has a new outlook thanks to Winston.Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago -
Column: On election day eve, the optimism of 'The West Wing' will break your heart
The series' optimistically civil campaign between the potential successors of President Josiah Bartlet no longer reads as liberal wish-fulfillment but full-blown fantasy.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago -
Nevada's top election official expresses optimism in reporting results quicker
Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar (D) is expressing optimism the state could avoid a repeat of 2020, when it took until the weekend for media outlets to project President Biden as the ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Kamala Harris’s Concession Speech Was a Master Class in Why Hope Beats Optimism for Resilience
Psychologists say hope beats optimism in dark times. In her concession speech, Kamala Harris showed she understands the difference.Business - Inc. - 15 hours ago -
EU and UK security is ‘indivisible’, says David Lammy
Foreign secretary joins European meeting to discuss defence co-operation as part of post-Brexit ‘reset’ in relationsWorld - Financial Times - October 14 -
David Squires on … Auckland making a point on their A-League debut
Our cartoonist looks at the Black Knights and their seamless entry into the fun-filled ALM as the season starts with a bang Continue reading...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
10/27: The Takeout: Chris Moody and David Becker
Journalist Chris Moody joins "The Takeout" to discuss how the people of western North Carolina have rallied together in the aftermath of Helene and dispel misinformation about federal and local ...Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Where Does This Leave Democrats?
The coalition the Democratic Party built in the Obama years has crumbled. But Democrats can choose how to respond.Top stories - The New York Times - 19 hours ago -
Seven Ways to Love Better
Reading some 200,000 love stories has taught me a few lessons about love and life. Here are the ones that help me most.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 12 -
Children of the Pines review – David Lynch-style teen-angst horror takes a big leap
The emphasis is on the psychological in Joshua Morgan’s ambitious debut feature of family dysfunction, but it just doesn’t come together. In the prologue to Joshua Morgan’s debut feature, a mother ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
David Squires on … the game to which we remain addicted: Lawyerball!
Our resident cartoonist pays homage to the tribunal defence teams that make football what it is today. Get copies of David’s cartoons in our Print Shop Continue reading...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
David Lammy urged to raise human rights concerns on China trip
Exclusive: Group of UK MPs says foreign secretary must ‘engage with China as it really is’ amid rapprochement drive. David Lammy must “engage with China as it really is under the leadership of Xi ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Ex-Met PC David Carrick in court over sex offences
The 49-year-old is remanded in custody ahead of his next court appearance in November.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
David Squires on … the A-League embarking on a 20th season of glorious chaos
Our cartoonist looks at the exciting newcomers and old rivalries set to light up the unpredictable men’s competition in 2024-25 Continue reading...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
David Lammy, U.K. Foreign Secretary, Visits China in Bid to Reset Relations
David Lammy is set to meet China’s foreign minister in Beijing on Friday, in a trip the British government said would acknowledge “areas of contention as well as areas for cooperation.”World - The New York Times - October 18 -
Israel needs to commit to Gaza rebuilding: Gen. David Petraeus
A lasting peace will depend on the will of the Israeli coalition government, said the retired Army general and former CIA director.Politics - The Hill - October 18 -
David Lammy raises human rights and Ukraine in Beijing talks
Foreign secretary discussed China’s treatment of Uyghurs and support of Russia as well as ‘areas of cooperation’. David Lammy pressed his Chinese counterpart on human rights concerns and China’s ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
David Montgomery returns to Lions-Vikings game after leaving with knee injury
Montgomery needed the help of two trainers as he limped off the field in the first quarter.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20 -
Meet David Hoffmann, the Florida Billionaire Buying Up Print Newspapers
David Hoffmann has already bought 5 percent of one of America’s largest newspaper companies. Now, he wants to control the whole thing.Business - The New York Times - October 22 -
This 1 Challenge Will Test New CVS Health CEO David Joyner
The industry-wide rise in health coverage costs makes the company’s Aetna unit the new leader’s most difficult problem.Business - Inc. - October 21 -
David Squires on … 28 takes later: the reaction to Thomas Tuchel’s England appointment
Our resident cartoonist on the societal collapse that followed England naming a GERMAN! as their new manager. You can get a copy of this cartoon in our Print Shop Continue reading...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Bass David Leigh finding that a successful opera career is no 'impossible dream'
When David Leigh sang “The Impossible Dream” at his father’s funeral, the moment was both a testament to his past and a harbinger of his futureEntertainment - ABC News - October 22 -
China's Massive Fishing Fleet Overwhelms Locals in 'David and Goliath' Battle
Off the Peruvian coast, one of the world’s richest fishing grounds is under pressure.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 26 -
David Halbfinger on Overseeing The New York Times’s Politics Team
That the election cycle has been turbulent may be the understatement of the century. And David Halbfinger is overseeing coverage of every twist and turn through Election Day and its aftermath.Top stories - The New York Times - October 22 -
We need answers, says family of murdered MP David Amess
Katherine Amess claims authorities had failed to adequately protect her father who was killed in 2021.Top stories - BBC News - October 29 -
David Squires on … Arteta’s Halloween outfit and the United merry-go-round
Our resident cartoonist on the weekend’s Premier League action and the latest developments at Old Trafford. Get your copies of David’s cartoons in our Print Shop David’s new book, Chaos in ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Paul Pelosi attack: David DePape sentenced to life in prison in state trial
David DePape was sentenced Tuesday to life in prison without the possibility of parole in the state trial over the hammer attack against Paul Pelosi.Top stories - ABC News - October 29 -
Paul Pelosi attacker David DePape sentenced to life term on state charges
The man who was convicted in the 2022 attack on the husband of House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole Tuesday following his state trial.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
David DePape sentenced to life in prison for hammer attack on Paul Pelosi
State charges included kidnapping, first-degree burglary and false imprisonment of husband of Nancy Pelosi. The man who was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for attacking the husband of ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
David Salle Asks, Can A.I. Make a Painting More Interesting?
At Gladstone Gallery, the painter’s experiments with artificial intelligence yield compelling results and big questions.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Asia review – another David Attenborough masterclass in beautiful TV
The national treasure is back with a witty, warm televisual wonder, this time exploring the most populous and stunningly biodiverse continent. But where is the urgency about the climate crisis?. ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
David Squires on … Rúben Amorim’s big job and suspicious minds elsewhere
Our cartoonist on Manchester United’s hive mind choosing the next manager and José Mourinho’s latest antics. Get a copy of a Squires cartoon in our Print Shop David’s new book, Chaos in the ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago -
‘Squashed it as fast as they could’: David Warner calls for India ball-tampering probe
Retired opener wants Cricket Australia to explain investigation Umpire claimed ‘scratch’ on ball in tour match against Australia A David Warner has accused Cricket Australia of sweeping the ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago