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Quantum teleportation breakthrough advances quantum computing

Quantum teleportation breakthrough advances quantum computing

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A groundbreaking achievement in quantum teleportation has brought the dream of scalable quantum computing one step closer to reality. Researchers at Oxford University’s Department of Physics have successfully linked two independent quantum processors using a photonic network interface. This breakthrough effectively merges them into a single, fully connected quantum computer, addressing a major challenge in quantum computing: scalability. Their findings mark a significant step toward harnessing the power of quantum mechanics to solve problems far beyond the capabilities of conventional computers. Overcoming the quantum scalability challenge One of the biggest hurdles in quantum computing is scaling up the number of qubits (quantum bits) to a level where quantum processors can outperform traditional supercomputers. A truly revolutionary quantum machine would require millions of qubits, which is currently impractical due to the immense size and complexity needed to house them within a single device. Oxford researchers have pioneered a new approach. Instead of cramming more qubits into a single processor, they have successfully distributed the computing workload across multiple smaller quantum modules connected via optical fibres. This …

RINO Defections Fail To Derail Hegseth As Senate Confirmation Advances

RINO Defections Fail To Derail Hegseth As Senate Confirmation Advances

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Via Headline USA, The Senate advanced the nomination of Pete Hegseth as President Donald Trump’s defense secretary Thursday on a largely party-line vote, despite party-line opposition from Democrats and defections from two notorious RINOs who – like most in the Senate – voted in favor of confirming grossly incompetent Biden Defense secretary Lloyd Austin. Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine predictably broke rank with the Republican majority to elevate the former Fox News star, distinguished military veteran, accomplished author and Harvard graduate. The vote was 51-49, with a final vote on confirmation expected Friday. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., implored his colleagues to think seriously, “Is this the best man we have to lead the greatest military in the world?” In what has become a standard part of the Democrat playbook, Hegseth has been subjected to salacious personal smear attacks, accusing him of heavy drinking and infidelity—both of which Democrats routinely engage in with impunity and which would not impugn his competence as a military leader if true. Hegseth has denied many of the allegations. Mukowksi, in a lengthy statement, said that his behaviors “starkly contrast” with what …

Seven advances in technology that we’re likely to see in 2025

Seven advances in technology that we’re likely to see in 2025

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In the grand scheme of things, 45 years is not a long time. Back in 1980, it would take me three weeks to run a computer program, written in the programming language Cobol, that worked using punched cards. Each card represented one line of code and it required multiple re-punches to correct errors. Eventually, I would have a working program that did something useful. How times have quickly changed in technology – now, my mobile phone has vast processing capability compared to the machine that processed that Cobol program. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, that same phone is able to instantly translate between languages on a live call, among many other features. With eye-catching announcements being made all the time, what can we expect in 2025 from the world of technology? Here are seven developments to look out for. 1. AI agents come into their own Unsurprisingly, we’re likely to see further important developments in AI. One area that’s likely to take off is the use of AI agents. These are intelligent …

Assisted dying bill advances to next legislative stage

Assisted dying bill advances to next legislative stage

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A private members’ bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill, mentally competent adults with less than six months to live has advanced to the next legislative stage. MPs voted in favour of the bill’s second reading 330 to 275. MPs were given a free vote, meaning they were not instructed on how to vote by party whips. The National Secular Society campaigns for reform of the existing law on assisted dying, and wrote to all MPs in advance of the debate urging them to support the bill. The bill will now be scrutinised line by line at committee stage. Regarding theological objections to the bill, Conservative MP Peter Bedford said: “Those who believe that only God can take life have the complete freedom to wait for that moment, but that is their choice”. NSS: ‘Significant step towards respecting individual autonomy’ National Secular Society chief executive Stephen Evans said: “Three-quarters of the British public recognise the pressing need for law change on assisted dying. “Parliament’s support for the principles behind this bill is significant step …

Russia, adapting tactics, advances in Donetsk and takes more Ukrainian land

Russia, adapting tactics, advances in Donetsk and takes more Ukrainian land

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POKROVSK, Ukraine — Russian forces have mounted an arc of attack in Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region, pushing through intense summer heat in a bid to extend Moscow’s steady territorial gains and capture the city of Pokrovsk, a key transit junction. The offensive is underway as Ukraine continues to suffer from a shortage of soldiers and as election turmoil in the United States has set off new speculation that Kyiv may soon be forced to negotiate a surrender of lands. After an influx of American weapons and money helped Ukraine blunt a renewed invasion of the northeastern Kharkiv region in May, preventing a major breakthrough and dashing Moscow’s hopes of surrounding Ukraine’s second-largest city, Russian commanders have refocused their attention on the Donetsk region, perhaps Russian President Vladimir Putin’s top territorial goal. The reinvasion of the Kharkiv region, while yielding limited gains, nonetheless diverted Ukrainian resources. Oleksandr, 30, a battalion commander of the 47th brigade, fighting near Ocheretyne, said that Ukrainian forces are struggling and that Putin’s prize increasingly seems within Russia’s reach. “This strategy is …

Russia advances on Chasiv Yar and we dive into the conflict in the east

Russia advances on Chasiv Yar and we dive into the conflict in the east

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War in Ukraine is reshaping our world. Every weekday The Telegraph’s top journalists analyse the invasion from all angles – military, humanitarian, political, economic, historical – and tell you what you need to know to stay updated. With over 70 million listens, our Ukraine: The Latest podcast is your go-to source for all the latest analysis, live reaction and correspondents reporting on the ground. We have been broadcasting ever since the full-scale invasion began. Ukraine: The Latest’s regular contributors are: David Knowles David is Head of Audio Development at The Telegraph, where he has worked for over three years. He has reported from across Ukraine during the full-scale invasion.  Dominic Nicholls Dom is Associate Editor (Defence) at The Telegraph, having joined in 2018. He previously served for 23 years in the British Army, in tank and helicopter units. He had operational deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and Northern Ireland.  Source link

Medvedev withdraws from Madrid Open as Lehecka advances into semis

Medvedev withdraws from Madrid Open as Lehecka advances into semis

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MADRID : Czech Jiri Lehecka progressed to the semi-finals of the Madrid Open on Thursday after world number four Daniil Medvedev quit the match with a groin problem after losing the first set. Third seed Medvedev requested a medical time out due while leading 3-2 and continued to visibly struggle to move after coming back onto the court. Lehecka, who knocked out Rafa Nadal in the last 16, then broke Medvedev to take a 4-5 lead and took the set 6-4 before Medvedev told the umpire he could not continue the match. Lehecka will face Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime in the semi-finals on Friday. The 23-year-old Canadian was due to face top seed Jannik Sinner in the quarter-finals but the Italian pulled out from the tournament with a right hip injury on Wednesday. Russian seventh seed Andrey Rublev will play Taylor Fritz, seeded 12th, in the other semi-final. Source link

University of Manitoba advances social and economic reconciliation with Indigenous peoples

University of Manitoba advances social and economic reconciliation with Indigenous peoples

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Through research and collaboration, the University of Manitoba is addressing the growing challenges facing Indigenous peoples, advancing food systems and climate change mitigation as part of its reconciliation efforts. Situated at the midpoint between Western and Eastern Canada, the Province of Manitoba has the largest, most diverse, and fastest-growing Indigenous population in North America. It’s flagship post-secondary institution, the University of Manitoba (UM), is a leader in research, innovation, and collaboration. As a driving force for progressive thought and transformational change, we are uniquely positioned to lead the way in advancing reconciliation. Our institution is committed not only to fostering the intellectual growth of researchers and students but also to helping re-shape the narrative of reconciliation with the leaders of tomorrow. Located on the Canadian Prairies, the original lands of the Indigenous peoples of the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis, UM is a Prairie institution that embraces the Indigenous peoples and roots of the land by advancing social and economic reconciliation through bold, transformational …

Baby Reindeer” is groundbreaking in how it advances the discourse of the “open wound

Baby Reindeer” is groundbreaking in how it advances the discourse of the “open wound

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“Baby Reindeer” is a show that’s been desperately needed. In a digital world that constantly trots in and out of cultural trends with blistering frequency, it can seem difficult to pin down the definition of “meaning.” Perhaps even trickier is deciding what merits it.  It feels altogether disconcerting, then, to say that sexual assault and trauma are partially definitive of the zeitgeist. And yet, it’s unfortunately omnipresent, crouching in the shadows over years until it’s cast into the light, usually through the courage and strength of a beleaguered survivor. It would be remiss to exclude the importance, not only of survivors’ stories, but of the conversation more broadly from our group chats, classrooms, offices, Slack channels, etc. Thankfully, much of the prevailing discourse around sexual abuse in recent years has been seismically charged, owing to the rise of the #MeToo era. Like Bell, Donny was methodically groomed by a person he looked up to and was reliant upon. However, the topic of sexual assault still retains a certain social precarity. Like many other pressing societal ills, it’s delineated …