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Colleges nationwide are expanding AI education to non-computer science majors due to growing student demand and employer expectations. Programs like AI minors, graduation requirements, and interdisciplinary courses are being introduced at universities such as Virginia Commonwealth University, Purdue, Harvard, and Ohio State.

A 10-15 km-wide asteroid struck the Gulf of Mexico 66 million years ago, causing a global firestorm that incinerated dinosaurs. The impact vaporized rock, released a heat pulse lethal to surface life, and generated dust and spherules that triggered prolonged fires and thermal radiation.

Ida Township firefighters received specialized training for grain rescues using new equipment funded by a grant. They were awarded a GSI Cofferdam Rescue Tube and a drill-powered rescue auger, making them one of two departments in Monroe County with this capability. The training was conducted by SATRA Rescue Company.

Purdue University is requiring new students to demonstrate working competency in AI as a graduation requirement. Haley Oliver-Jischke, senior vice provost for Purdue University, will discuss the initiative.

Nexstar fired a beloved meteorologist, described as a 'ray of sunshine,' leading to viewer outrage. The meteorologist, who graduated from Purdue University in June, announced her dismissal and deleted her Facebook account.

Andy Kofoid, a Databricks executive, advises new graduates to prioritize skill-building over blindly following passion, recommends working in an office 4-5 days a week, and emphasizes building a strong foundation early in their careers to navigate future changes. He cautions against relying solely on passion without foundational expertise.

A computer science student at Purdue University, Eric Park, created a graduation cap with a Rust-powered light show using LEDs and a magnet. The project was an alternative to setting the mortarboard on fire, which is not allowed by rental agreements. The result is a flameless, interactive light display.

US grocery prices rose 2.9% in April, driven by high gasoline prices and other factors, with overall food prices increasing 3.2% in the last year. The Iran war has affected global oil supplies, leading to fuel surcharges for vendors and higher wholesale prices for meat and produce.