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It's challenging to compare intelligence between humans and nonhuman species like apes due to the lack of suitable cognitive tests.
Machine intelligence testing is complex, and comparing it to human intelligence is not straightforward.
Comparing intelligence across different groups may be hindered by factors like age and methodological barriers.

In the story Achilles tells Priam about Niobe, there is a comparison to encourage Priam to join him for a meal, showcasing the theme of shared suffering and the necessity of returning to normalcy after loss.
The ancient responses to Niobe's narrative in the text show how the blending of myth and reality can create a powerful symbolic message, even if it seems illogical at first glance.
Achilles learns important lessons about life and loss through the story of Niobe, emphasizing the importance of enjoying life and sharing moments with others despite grief and hardship.

Canada may be facing challenges and declining in certain areas, despite still being prosperous and stable compared to other countries.
There are concerns about social mobility and the effectiveness of Canadian institutions, with signs pointing to potential long-term issues.
While not completely ruined, Canada needs to address dysfunctional institutions and respond coherently to challenges to secure its future.

Remeron, also known as Mirtazapine, has unique side effects like making you sleepy and increasing appetite due to its histamine effects.
While Remeron may not differ significantly in its antidepressant effects from other drugs, it could work slightly faster and be more favorable in treating depression compared to SSRIs.
A meta-analysis suggests that overall, Remeron might have a slight edge over SSRIs in treating depression, making it potentially a better option for some individuals.

Some political ideologies have hidden motives like jealousy and entitlement.
Incel ideology mirrors socialist thought in terms of entitlement and jealousy towards certain groups.
The idea of jealousy and entitlement in incel ideology is similar to the sentiment of inequality in socialism towards the rich.

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Building things quickly is more valuable and efficient
Building slowly increases costs, risks, and may lead to unnecessary projects
New York's construction speed has declined significantly over time, especially after 1970

D-Adaptation method automates setting learning rate, aiming for optimal convergence in machine learning.
Implementing D-Adaptation can consume more VRAM and result in slower training speed compared to other optimizers.
Initial results show D-Adaptation performing comparably to hand-picked parameters in generating high-quality models.

Google Bard was found to be more creative and engaging, but GPT-4 excelled in accuracy and providing detailed answers.
In a comparison of 10 different criteria, GPT-4 outperformed Google Bard in areas like creativity, handling domain-specific queries, and providing actionable advice.
Bard and GPT-4 both did well in multi-turn conversations, but GPT-4 showed better humor and adaptation to different tones.

Experimentation regimes should focus on maximizing profit or a chosen metric, rather than blindly following traditional hypothesis testing rules.
When designing experiments, prioritize actions that maximize profit, such as choosing sample size and treatment allocation strategically.
Comparing the Test & Roll method with multi-armed bandits shows that both aim to maximize profit but have different complexities and decision-making structures.