Abstract: Evapotranspiration (ET) is a critical hydrothermal parameter for effective water resource management, particularly in land use. However, accurately estimating ET in mountainous regions is ...

Abstract: Embodied Conversational Agents (ECAs) can simulate human behaviors and express natural emotions. To further enhance these emotional expressions, we focused on applying attractive anime ...

Five highly visual card tricks demonstrate how simple techniques can create dramatic on-the-spot illusions. Each effect is designed to happen clearly in view, leaving little room for suspicion. Using ...

U.S. immigration officials have raised fees for fast‑tracked visa and green card applications, adding new costs for workers and employers seeking quicker decisions. New premium processing fees from ...

PROTECTING THE U.S. ECONOMY AND NATIONAL INTERESTS: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed a Proclamation imposing a temporary import duty to address fundamental international payments problems and ...