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What are LLMs and why should I care


If you've used ChatGPT in the past week, or more likely the past hour, you've used an LLM. One of the most relevant trends in modern technology, I’ll explain what LLMs are, and why they are important to understand.
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Gen Alpha goes to Sephora


Social media’s beauty and lifestyle machine is driving today’s youngest internet users to the stores — and away from a carefree childhood.

If you give a squirrel a Cheeto…


For better or worse, squirrels have become a staple of campus life. News editor Nathan Elias and associate managing editor Reo examine the history of these ubiquitous creatures.
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EEO-TIX announces new leader


Second-in-command Linda Hoos will replace Catherine Spear, who oversaw the office’s restructuring after the George Tyndall scandal, effective April 5.
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@dailytrojanUSC will discontinue the Academic Achievement Award and Exceptional Funding opportunities beginning Fall 2024, the Daily Trojan confirmed with an email from Academic Honors and Fellowships Thursday night. After confirming the decision on the brink of spring break, the Office of Academic Programs is encouraging affected students to reconsider their course plans. Read more at the link in bio. Video: Henry Kofman / Daily Trojan

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USC basketball mid-season check-in


Thomas Johnson, Joshua Sacher and Jack Hallinan gather to have a midseason check-in on the state of USC basketball as the women's team flies high and the men's squad flounders amid high expectations.
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All eyes on Esmir


With Lionel Messi’s arrival in the MLS, American wonderkids like Esmir Bajraktarevic stand to benefit from the attention.
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It’s JuJu’s world and we’re just living in it

@dailytrojanJuJu Watkins is the next … JuJu Watkins. There’s no comparison to be made; she’s in a league of her own, sports editor Leila MacKenzie argues. Read more at the link in our bio. Video: Henry Kofman / Daily Trojan Photo: Ethan Thai / Daily Trojan

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