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Breaking the Statistical Similarity Trap in Extreme Convection Detection

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

Current evaluation metrics for deep learning weather models create a "Statistical Similarity Trap", rewarding blurry predictions while missing rare, high-impact events. We provide quantitative evidence of this trap, showing sophisticated baselines achieve 97.9% correlation yet 0.00 CSI for dangerous convection detection. We introduce DART (Dual Architecture for Regression Tasks), a framework addressing the challenge of transforming coarse atmospheric forecasts into high-resolution satellite brightness temperature fields optimized for extreme convection detection (below 220 K). DART employs dual-decoder architecture with explicit background/extreme decomposition, physically motivated oversampling, and task-specific loss functions. We present four key findings: (1) empirical validation of the Statistical Similarity Trap across multiple sophisticated baselines; (2) the "IVT Paradox", removing Integrated Water Vapor Transport, widely regarded as essential for atmospheric river analysis, improves extreme convection detection by 270%; (3) architectural necessity demonstrated through operational flexibility (DART achieves CSI = 0.273 with bias = 2.52 vs. 6.72 for baselines at equivalent CSI), and (4) real-world validation with the August 2023 Chittagong flooding disaster as a case study. To our knowledge, this is the first work to systematically address this hybrid conversion-segmentation-downscaling task, with no direct prior benchmarks identified in existing literature. Our validation against diverse statistical and deep learning baselines sufficiently demonstrates DART's specialized design. The framework enables precise operational calibration through beta-tuning, trains in under 10 minutes on standard hardware, and integrates seamlessly with existing meteorological workflows, demonstrating a pathway toward trustworthy AI for extreme weather preparedness.


HISPASpoof: A New Dataset For Spanish Speech Forensics

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

West Lafayette, Indiana, USA Abstract--Zero-shot V oice Cloning (VC) and T ext-to-Speech (TTS) methods have advanced rapidly, enabling the generation of highly realistic synthetic speech and raising serious concerns about their misuse. While numerous detectors have been developed for English and Chinese, Spanish--spoken by over 600 million people worldwide--remains underrepresented in speech forensics. T o address this gap, we introduce HISPASpoof, the first large-scale Spanish dataset designed for synthetic speech detection and attribution. It includes real speech from public corpora across six accents and synthetic speech generated with six zero-shot TTS systems. We evaluate five representative methods, showing that detectors trained on English fail to generalize to Spanish, while training on HISPASpoof substantially improves detection. We also evaluate synthetic speech attribution performance on HISPASpoof, i.e., identifying the generation method of synthetic speech. HISPASpoof thus provides a critical benchmark for advancing reliable and inclusive speech forensics in Spanish. The rapid advancement of speech synthesis techniques has significantly transformed the area of audio generation and speech forensics. Recent Text-to-Speech (TTS) and V oice Cloning (VC) methods [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6] are now capable of producing highly realistic synthetic voices that closely mimic the spectral, prosodic, and linguistic traits of real human speech [7], [8], [9], [10].


Rapid Manufacturing of Lightweight Drone Frames Using Single-Tow Architected Composites

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

The demand for lightweight and high-strength composite structures is rapidly growing in aerospace and robotics, particularly for optimized drone frames. However, conventional composite manufacturing methods struggle to achieve complex 3D architectures for weight savings and rely on assembling separate components, which introduce weak points at the joints. Additionally, maintaining continuous fiber reinforcement remains challenging, limiting structural efficiency. In this study, we demonstrate the lightweight Face Centered Cubic (FFC) lattice structured conceptualization of drone frames for weight reduction and complex topology fabrication through 3D Fiber Tethering (3DFiT) using continuous single tow fiber ensuring precise fiber alignment, eliminating weak points associated with traditional composite assembly. Mechanical testing demonstrates that the fabricated drone frame exhibits a high specific strength of around four to eight times the metal and thermoplastic, outperforming other conventional 3D printing methods. The drone frame weighs only 260 g, making it 10% lighter than the commercial DJI F450 frame, enhancing structural integrity and contributing to an extended flight time of three minutes, while flight testing confirms its stability and durability under operational conditions. The findings demonstrate the potential of single tow lattice truss-based drone frames, with 3DFiT serving as a scalable and efficient manufacturing method.


US energy chief tells BBC nuclear fusion will soon power the world

BBC News

Don't worry too much about planet-warming emissions, the US Energy Secretary has told the BBC, because within five years AI will have enabled the harnessing of nuclear fusion - the energy that powers the sun and stars. Chris Wright told me in an interview that he expected the technology to deliver power to electricity grids around the world within eight to 15 years and that it would rapidly become a big driver of greenhouse gas reductions. His claims will likely surprise even enthusiasts for the technology. Harnessing the energy released when atoms fuse together could produce vast amounts of low carbon energy but most scientists believe commercial fusion power plants are still a long way off. With artificial intelligence and what's going on at the national labs and private companies in the United States, we will have that approach about how to harness fusion energy multiple ways within the next five years, said Mr Wright.


The Sony Bravia 2 II TV, tested and reviewed: A budget-friendly and uncomplicated home theater upgrade

Daily Mail - Science & tech

Charlie Kirk's killer'identified' by law enforcement in manhunt after Trump indicated he knew assassin's motive Charlie Kirk's body arrives in hearse at Salt Lake City as devastated wife and family gather with JD Vance Trump's address to the nation hit by outrageous'fake' claim REVEALED: The truth about the'vanishing plane' five miles from Charlie Kirk's assassination... as private jet owner is unmasked And the armed militia mystery. FBI terror hunter blows the lid on search for Charlie Kirk's assassin... and the vital clue cops are desperate for'Shots fired' at UMass Boston: SWAT teams rush to hall of residence as terrified students sprint away from scene Elite sniper breaks down Charlie Kirk assassin's sick plot... and reveals tiny detail everyone's missed: The gun. Joe Rogan is speechless as he learns of Charlie Kirk's assassination on his podcast Fans claim NFL is'rigged' after bizarre Vikings play against Bears goes viral Biden insiders spew venom on Kamala Harris claiming her scathing critique of the former president is a'sloppy attempt at deflecting blame' for her failure Charlotte Tilbury reveals the secrets behind the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders' flawless look Americans are unknowingly eating endangered animals... as study finds grocery store meat is mislabeled Mom of Ukrainian stabbing suspect says'killer' is'NOT racist because he dates all kinds of girls' Dave Portnoy: Trump played a huge part in Charlie Kirk's death Charlie Kirk's assassin sniper's nest giving him a terrifying clear shot before he vanished into thin air Charlie Kirk's body to be flown home aboard Air Force Two in rare tribute Silenced by a bullet to the throat - then came the sneers. MAUREEN CALLAHAN's blistering rebuke as America faces greatest political crisis since the 60s Looking to level up your home entertainment setup this fall? Sony's newest budget smart TV is a strong contender Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site.


REVEALED: The truth about the 'vanishing plane' five miles from Charlie Kirk's assassination... as private jet owner is unmasked

Daily Mail - Science & tech

Trump's address to the nation hit by outrageous'fake' claim Donald Trump Jr. sparks fury by comparing transgender people to al-Qaeda on 9-11 anniversary Dave Portnoy slams'insane' left in furious Charlie Kirk rant... but adds Donald Trump'played a part' in death REVEALED: The truth about the'vanishing plane' five miles from Charlie Kirk's assassination... as private jet owner is unmasked'Shots fired' at UMass Boston: SWAT teams rush to hall of residence as terrified students sprint away from scene Fans claim NFL is'rigged' after bizarre Vikings play against Bears goes viral Trump reveals conversation with Charlie Kirk's'devastated' widow... and has'indication' of assassin's motive Shattered boyfriend of slain Ukrainian woman speaks out and reveals reason he WANTS everyone to watch the video: 'This is important to know' Elite sniper breaks down Charlie Kirk assassin's sick plot... and reveals tiny detail everyone's missed: The gun. And the armed militia mystery. FBI terror hunter blows the lid on search for Charlie Kirk's assassin... and the vital clue cops are desperate for Charlie Kirk's body to be flown home aboard Air Force Two in rare tribute Paramount launches huge takeover bid that's set to shake up cable and streaming for all Americans Oxford University Union's president elect is accused of celebrating Charlie Kirk's assassination - after pair came head-to-head in debate weeks ago Who are Charlie Kirk's parents and who was his mentor Bill Montgomery? NBA's first openly-gay player Jason Collins reveals brain tumor as ex-Nets center starts cancer treatment Tim Allen includes'somber prayer' for slain Charlie Kirk's family in 9/11 tribute post REVEALED: The truth about the'vanishing plane' five miles from Charlie Kirk's assassination... as private jet owner is unmasked It is the conspiracy theory that has dominated social media since Charlie Kirk was brutally gunned down at Utah Valley University. A private jet took off from Provo Airport an hour after the shot was fired just five miles away, then mysteriously vanished from all radar systems.


How China's Propaganda and Surveillance Systems Really Operate

WIRED

A series of corporate leaks show that Chinese technology companies function far more like their Western peers than one might imagine. A trove of internal documents leaked from a little-known Chinese company has pulled back the curtain on how digital censorship tools are being marketed and exported globally. Geedge Networks sells what amounts to a commercialized "Great Firewall" to at least four countries, including Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Ethiopia, and Myanmar. The groundbreaking leak shows in granular detail the capabilities this company has to monitor, intercept, and hack internet traffic. Researchers who examined the files described it as "digital authoritarianism as a service."


Putin Is Testing the West. Trump's Response Is Not Comforting.

Slate

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Belarus frees political prisoners in exchange for easing of US sanctions

BBC News

Dozens of political prisoners have been freed from Belarusian prisons as part of a deal between authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko and US President Donald Trump. Fifty-two prisoners have been released, including trade union leaders, journalists and activists, but more than 1,000 political prisoners remain in jail. In exchange, the US has said it will relieve some sanctions on Belarusian airline Belavia, allowing it to buy parts for its airlines. The prisoner release came on the eve of joint military exercises involving Belarus and close ally Russia, and after what neighbouring Poland called an unprecedented Russian drone incursion into its airspace. Poland is closing its borders with Belarus because of the Zapad-2025 drills, which last until Tuesday.


The heartbreaking reason why 1,100 victims of 9/11 have yet to be identified decades after terror attack

Daily Mail - Science & tech

'Rapid developments' in manhunt for Charlie Kirk assassin after photos of'person of interest' were released: Live updates Charlie Kirk's body to be flown home aboard Air Force Two in rare tribute Dave Portnoy slams'insane' left in furious Charlie Kirk rant... but adds Donald Trump'played a part' in death Who are Charlie Kirk's parents and who was his mentor Bill Montgomery? Savannah Chrisley says she was set to join Charlie Kirk on his tour as she shares'heartbreak' over his death And the armed militia mystery. FBI terror hunter blows the lid on search for Charlie Kirk's assassin... and the vital clue cops are desperate for Shattered boyfriend of slain Ukrainian woman speaks out and reveals reason he WANTS everyone to watch the video: 'This is important to know' Elite sniper breaks down Charlie Kirk assassin's sick plot... and reveals tiny detail everyone's missed: The gun. Jimmy Kimmel reacts to assassination of Charlie Kirk: 'No finger pointing' Elon Musk unleashes explosive rant on Kirk assassination calling the left'the party of murder' 'Radicalized' Colorado school shooter who used revolver to open fire'again and again' at screaming kids is pictured Jennifer Lopez STILL living in $68M mansion she shared with Ben Affleck one year after listing, here's why Charlie Kirk's'incredibly strong' wife is too heartbroken to tell her children that'daddy isn't coming home' NBA's first openly-gay player Jason Collins reveals brain tumor as ex-Nets center starts cancer treatment MORE: Mystery of'fifth' 9/11 plane: United Airlines pilot claims his flight was intended to be hijacked The lab in charge of identifying the victims of the 9/11 terror attack has revealed why nearly half of their work remains unfinished more than two decades later. The New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) said that approximately 1,100 people who were in the World Trade Center still haven't had their remains confirmed because of insufficient DNA evidence.