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‘Video games are not manufactured in China,’ Playasia reassures tariff-wary customers
‘Video games are not manufactured in China,’ Playasia reassures tariff-wary customers Playasia, a popular retailer for buying video games and other Asian products, has reassured customers that video games are not manufactured in China. The Trump administration’s planned import rule changes on May 2nd will impose new tariffs on goods imported from China, but it […]
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Xbox will soon let you purchase games in its mobile app
Xbox will soon let you purchase games in its mobile app Xbox is rolling out the ability to purchase games and DLC, as well as sign up for Game Pass directly from its mobile app, but remote play will no longer be available. The update is currently in beta testing on iOS and Android, but […]
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ICE has broad power to detain and arrest noncitizens – but is still bound by constitutional limits
ICE has broad power to detain and arrest noncitizens – but is still bound by constitutional limits ICE has broad powers to detain and arrest noncitizens, but its authority is still bound by constitutional limits, including the rights to free speech, assembly, and due process. Despite its significant budget of approximately $8 billion, ICE does […]
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What is reinforcement learning? An AI researcher explains a key method of teaching machines – and how it relates to training your dog
What is reinforcement learning? An AI researcher explains a key method of teaching machines – and how it relates to training your dog Reinforcement learning is a key method of teaching machines to learn from experience by maximizing rewards as they interact with their environment, inspired by animal psychology and control theory. The goal of […]
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s battles are best when you break them
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s battles are best when you break them Expedition 33’s battles are more about strategy than flashy combat. The game features turn-based RPG combat that can be customized to suit your playstyle. You can have up to three party members participating in a fight, and reserve teammates can be called in if […]
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As mountain glaciers melt, risk of catastrophic flash floods rises for millions
As mountain glaciers melt, risk of catastrophic flash floods rises for millions Imja Lake, a glacial lake in the Mount Everest region of Nepal, began as meltwater ponds in 1962 and now contains 90 million cubic meters of water. Its water level was lowered to protect downstream communities. Alton Byers In mountain ranges around the […]
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Plastic pyrolysis − chemists explain a technique attempting to tackle plastic waste by bringing the heat
Plastic pyrolysis − chemists explain a technique attempting to tackle plastic waste by bringing the heat Large proportions of plastic waste don't get recycled. Westend61 via Getty Images Plus In 1950, global plastic production was about 2 million tons. It’s now about 400 million tons – an increase of nearly 20,000%. As a material, it […]
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Who gets to brand Puerto Rico: Its tourism agency or its biggest star?
Who gets to brand Puerto Rico: Its tourism agency or its biggest star? The Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny is one of the biggest stars of the music world. After becoming Spotify’s most-streamed artist for three years in a row – the first and only artist ever to do so – he sold out all […]
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New approach could speed up electric car charging in the cold
New approach could speed up electric car charging in the cold A modified manufacturing process for electric vehicle batteries could enable high ranges and fast charging in cold weather, solving problems that are turning potential EV buyers away. “We envision this approach as something that EV battery manufacturers could adopt without major changes to existing […]
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Movie studios are being financially rewarded for AI slop on YouTube
Movie studios are being financially rewarded for AI slop on YouTube Some Hollywood studios are reportedly earning money from fake AI-generated movie trailers on YouTube, against the wishes of the union representing actors. According to a report from Deadline, Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount, and Sony Pictures redirected ad revenue to themselves instead of enforcing copyright […]
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Ancient land bridge let humans, animals move between continents
Ancient land bridge let humans, animals move between continents New research explores how ancient land bridge activity led to human and animal migration between Asia and Africa. A plume of hot rocks from the Earth’s mantle, which formed millions of years ago, may have played a crucial role in human evolution. The formation of a […]
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Spanish speakers in Philadelphia break traditional rules of formal and informal speech in signs around town
Spanish speakers in Philadelphia break traditional rules of formal and informal speech in signs around town Spanish-language signs in Philadelphia contradict the grammar lessons most of us were taught. Daniel Guarin Buitrago, CC BY-ND I’ve discovered something fascinating about how Spanish speakers in Philadelphia address each other and communicate through public signs. The discovery is […]
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US workers with remote-friendly jobs are still working from home nearly half the time, 5 years after the pandemic began
US workers with remote-friendly jobs are still working from home nearly half the time, 5 years after the pandemic began Where did everybody go? AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey CC BY-ND Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted office life, American workplaces are settling into a new rhythm. Employees in remote-friendly jobs now spend an average of […]
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NASA Space Flight Awareness Program Recognizes Stennis Employees
NASA Space Flight Awareness Program Recognizes Stennis Employees NASA’s Stennis Space Center employees were recognized with Honoree Awards from NASA’s Space Flight Awareness Program during a March 10 ceremony in Orlando, Florida, for outstanding support of human spaceflight. Stennis Space Center employee Melissa Wagner of Pass Christian, Mississippi, is presented with the NASA Space Flight […]
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People didn’t kill Ice Age mammoths like in the movies
People didn’t kill Ice Age mammoths like in the movies To kill mammoths in the Ice Age, people used planted pikes, not throwing spears, researchers say. They say the findings might help resolve the debate about Clovis points and reshape how we think about hunting some 13,000 years ago. How did early humans use sharpened […]
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How baker’s yeast sheds light on human migration
How baker’s yeast sheds light on human migration Baker’s yeast has been found to have genetic links to human migration, suggesting that humans domesticated it around 7000 BCE. Researchers analyzed DNA from wild and domesticated yeast in different regions of Europe and America, finding distinct subpopulations within continents. The study suggests that the forest populations […]
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OpenAI debuts its GPT-4.1 flagship AI model
OpenAI debuts its GPT-4.1 flagship AI model OpenAI has launched GPT-4.1, its latest flagship AI model, which boasts a larger context window and improved performance compared to its predecessor. The new model comes in three versions: GPT-4.1 Mini (more affordable), GPT-4.1 Nano (lightweight and cheapest), and the full GPT-4.1 model. OpenAI plans to phase out […]
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Going Home: NASA Retires S-3B Viking to POW/MIA Museum
Going Home: NASA Retires S-3B Viking to POW/MIA Museum NASA’s S-3B Viking aircraft has been retired from service and will be displayed at the National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum in Jacksonville, Florida. The aircraft, originally designed as an anti-submarine warfare plane, supported vital NASA flight research by donating parts to its sister plane, extending its […]
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Trump seeks to reshape how schools discipline students
Trump seeks to reshape how schools discipline students The Trump administration has issued an executive order suggesting that schools have been using racially discriminatory discipline policies, aiming to reverse federal guidance aimed at reducing racial disparities in school discipline. The new executive order calls for the secretary of education to develop new school discipline guidance, […]
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Federal laws don’t ban rollbacks of environmental protection, but they don’t make it easy
Federal laws don’t ban rollbacks of environmental protection, but they don’t make it easy The Trump administration has announced plans to review or reverse dozens of environmental protection regulations, but the process is not as simple as just saying so. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must follow the Administrative Procedure Act, a federal law that […]
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Sudan’s civil war: What military advances mean, and where the country could be heading next
Sudan’s civil war: What military advances mean, and where the country could be heading next A Sudanese man celebrates as the military enters the central city of Wad Madani, pushing out the Rapid Support Forces in January 2025. AP Photo/Marwan Ali A series of advances by the Sudanese military has led some observers to posit […]
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Social media design is key to protecting kids online
Social media design is key to protecting kids online How social media apps are designed has a lot to do with whether teens have good or bad experiences. Daniel de la Hoz/Moment via Getty Images Social media is a complex environment that presents both opportunities and threats for adolescents, with self-expression and emotional support on […]
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The right city park design can support both people and wildlife
The right city park design can support both people and wildlife Urban parks can support both people and wildlife if designed thoughtfully, according to a new study by University of Florida scientists. The study found that the size of the green space is a strong predictor of both human utility and biodiversity, highlighting the need […]
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Watch: Prosthetic robot hand ‘knows’ what it’s touching
Watch: Prosthetic robot hand ‘knows’ what it’s touching Engineers have developed a pioneering prosthetic hand that can grip plush toys, water bottles, and other everyday objects like a human. The hand carefully conforms and adjusts its grasp to avoid damaging or mishandling whatever it holds. The system’s hybrid design is a first for robotic hands, […]
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Science Saru’s The Ghost in the Shell series gets a new teaser trailer
Science Saru’s The Ghost in the Shell series gets a new teaser trailer The Ghost in the Shell anime series has released a new teaser trailer, which can be found on the official website. The series is being directed by Moko-chan and features staff from other notable shows, including Dandadan and Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. […]
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How feeling powerful at work can haunt you at night
How feeling powerful at work can haunt you at night New research reveals that feeling powerful at work creates both benefits and challenges that can affect your ability to relax at home. The study offers important insights for employees with influence and their managers. “Power isn’t simply good or bad for the powerholder.” The researchers […]
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Spit test could flag risk of chemo side effects
Spit test could flag risk of chemo side effects A new saliva test using artificial intelligence algorithms may help identify cancer patients at high risk for severe side effects from chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil (5-FU). About 1 in 3 people has a reduced ability to process 5-FU, which can lead to toxic levels and life-threatening complications. […]
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Hubble Spots a Chance Alignment
Hubble Spots a Chance Alignment Explore Hubble Hubble Home Overview About Hubble The History of Hubble Hubble Timeline Why Have a Telescope in Space? Hubble by the Numbers At the Museum FAQs Impact & Benefits Hubble’s Impact & Benefits Science Impacts Cultural Impact Technology Benefits Impact on Human Spaceflight Astro Community Impacts Science Hubble Science […]
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Microsoft Copilot can now ‘see’ what’s on your screen in Edge
Microsoft Copilot can now ‘see’ what’s on your screen in Edge Microsoft Copilot Vision, an AI assistant feature that can interpret what’s on your screen, is now available for free use within the Edge browser. Copilot Vision allows users to “see” what’s on their screen and receive guidance on using apps, with features like recipe […]
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Elon Musk’s xAI buys Elon Musk’s X for $33 billion on paper
Elon Musk’s xAI buys Elon Musk’s X for $33 billion on paper A few years after buying Twitter for $44 billion, Elon Musk announced that his AI business xAI has acquired the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. In a tweet, he described it as an all-stock transaction, valuing xAI at $80 billion […]
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