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Weaponized storytelling: How AI is helping researchers sniff out disinformation campaigns
Weaponized storytelling: How AI is helping researchers sniff out disinformation campaigns AI-powered tools are being developed to detect disinformation campaigns that use narrative tactics to manipulate public opinion, particularly on social media platforms. The key to effective disinformation detection lies in understanding narrative structures, personas, timelines, and cultural references, which AI can analyze to identify […]
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1 region of the brain links all your senses
1 region of the brain links all your senses A new study published in NeuroImage has found that all five senses stimulate a region of the brain that controls consciousness. The study, led by Yale researcher Aya Khalaf, used fMRI data from 1,561 healthy adult participants to analyze how different senses interact with each other […]
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Transgender, nonbinary and disabled people more likely to view AI negatively, study shows
Transgender, nonbinary and disabled people more likely to view AI negatively, study shows A new study found that transgender, nonbinary, and disabled people are more likely to view AI negatively than their cisgender and nondisabled counterparts. The study surveyed over 700 people in the US, including a nationally representative sample and an intentional oversample of […]
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Can you upload a human mind into a computer? A neuroscientist ponders what’s possible
Can you upload a human mind into a computer? A neuroscientist ponders what’s possible The concept of mind uploading, where a human mind is uploaded into a computer, is theoretically possible but still largely unexplored. The brain’s complexity and the need for accurate sensory simulation make it challenging to replicate the human experience in a […]
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Firefox could be doomed without Google search deal, says executive
Firefox could be doomed without Google search deal, says executive Firefox’s existence could be threatened if Google’s search deal is restricted or terminated by a court ruling, according to Mozilla CFO Eric Muhlheim. The DOJ wants to bar Google from paying to be the default search engine in third-party browsers like Firefox, which generates about […]
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NASA Awards Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships for 2025
NASA Awards Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships for 2025 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 […]
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Extreme weather’s true damage cost is often a mystery – that’s a problem for understanding storm risk, but it can be fixed
Extreme weather’s true damage cost is often a mystery – that’s a problem for understanding storm risk, but it can be fixed Current damage estimates for extreme weather events are often based on best guesses from weather forecasters, which can lead to inconsistencies and inaccuracies across different counties. The lack of standard procedures for estimating […]
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The discovery of a gravitational wave 10 years ago shook astrophysics – these ripples in spacetime continue to reveal dark objects in the cosmos
The discovery of a gravitational wave 10 years ago shook astrophysics – these ripples in spacetime continue to reveal dark objects in the cosmos Gravitational waves were first detected in 2015 from the merger of two black holes, marking a major breakthrough in astrophysics and confirming one of Einstein’s predictions. The detection of gravitational waves […]
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Microsoft is redesigning the Windows BSOD and it might change to black
Microsoft is redesigning the Windows BSOD and it might change to black The existing Blue Screen of Death error. | Image: Andrey Rudakov / Bloomberg via Getty Images Microsoft has announced that it’s overhauling its Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) error message in Windows 11. The new design drops the traditional blue color, frowning face, […]
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Early-life weight gain boosts adult height but not obesity risk
Early-life weight gain boosts adult height but not obesity risk Early-life weight gain (between ages 1-10) can lead to significantly taller adults without increasing the risk of obesity or high blood pressure later in life, according to a new study. The study, which followed 1,348 participants from central Mali for 21 years, found that weight […]
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Pupils shed light on the brain during sleep
Pupils shed light on the brain during sleep For the first time, researchers have been able to observe how the pupils react during sleep over a period of several hours. A look under the eyelids showed them that more happens in the brain during sleep than was previously assumed. Our eyes are typically closed when […]
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Endowments aren’t blank checks – but universities can rely on them more heavily in turbulent times
Endowments aren’t blank checks – but universities can rely on them more heavily in turbulent times Harvard University is facing pressure from the Trump administration to change its policies or lose out on billions of dollars in federal funding, specifically over allegations of violating students’ civil rights. The university’s endowment, valued at over $53 billion, […]
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College students are bombarded by misinformation, so this professor taught them fact-checking 101 − here’s what happened
College students are bombarded by misinformation, so this professor taught them fact-checking 101 − here’s what happened Professor Mike Evans noticed that his college students were being bombarded by misinformation on social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, which was affecting their ability to critically evaluate information. Evans incorporated a fact-checking curriculum called Civic […]
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Nosy coworkers can spike your stress levels
Nosy coworkers can spike your stress levels New research from Boston University has found that nosy coworkers can significantly increase stress levels among employees. The study, led by organizational psychologist Richard A. Currie, defines workplace nosiness as “employees’ intrusive attempts to obtain private information from others at work.” According to the researchers, one-third of people […]
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Detroit’s lack of affordable housing pushes families to the edge – and children sometime pay the price
Detroit’s lack of affordable housing pushes families to the edge – and children sometime pay the price Detroit’s lack of affordable housing has led to a record high number of homeless children, with 455 children experiencing homelessness on Jan. 31, 2024, up from 312 the previous year. The city’s shelter system faces significant challenges, including […]
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Preventive care may no longer be free in 2026 because of HIV stigma − unless the Trump administration successfully defends the ACA
Preventive care may no longer be free in 2026 because of HIV stigma − unless the Trump administration successfully defends the ACA The Supreme Court case Braidwood v. Biden may impact the free coverage of preventive care services under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), including PrEP, contraception, and other essential health benefits. If the court […]
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When humans use AI to earn patents, who is doing the inventing?
When humans use AI to earn patents, who is doing the inventing? Only humans can be awarded patents, but AIs can do a lot of the work to earn them. lineartestpilot/iStock via Getty Images The advent of generative artificial intelligence has sent shock waves across industries, from the technical to the creative. AI systems that […]
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AI agents are science fiction not yet ready for primetime
AI agents are science fiction not yet ready for primetime A.I agents are not yet ready for primetime, according to recent discussions. The concept of A.I agents was popularized by fictional systems like J.A.R.V.I.S. from the Marvel movies. Interviews with A.I industry folks often cite J.A.R.V.I.S. as an example of the ideal A.I tool due […]
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A worthy sequel to one of the best websites ever
A worthy sequel to one of the best websites ever Installer No. 81 reviews various tech products and topics, including Xiaomi cars, Slate Trucks, and AI-powered accessories. The publication also explores the history of ChatGPT, Marvel movies, and gaming updates, such as the recent N64 update in Delta. A new companion app for power-users is […]
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Eye changes may be early warning for Alzheimer’s
Eye changes may be early warning for Alzheimer’s Researchers have identified that an eye condition affecting the retina, the light-sensing tissue in the back of the eye, may serve as an early indicator for Alzheimer’s disease. Their findings offer new insights into the potential use of retinal changes as early biomarkers for Alzheimer’s, which could […]
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Razer’s Blade 18 laptop price jumps $300, to $3,499.99
Razer’s Blade 18 laptop price jumps $300, to $3,499.99 Razer’s Blade 18 laptop price has increased by $300 to $3,499.99 for the base spec featuring an RTX 5070 Ti graphics card. The top RTX 5090 graphics spec now costs $4,899.99, a $400 increase from its original price of $4,499.99. Razer is also offering a new […]
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The unbearable obviousness of AI fitness summaries
The unbearable obviousness of AI fitness summaries The author has become tired of AI-generated summaries in fitness apps, which they see as more repackaging data than insightful analysis. The author has accumulated a large amount of health and fitness data from wearables over nearly a decade, but finds the AI summaries to be unhelpful. Several […]
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A Quarter of ChatGPT Messages From College Students Relate to Learning
A Quarter of ChatGPT Messages From College Students Relate to Learning One-third of college-aged young adults in the US use ChatGPT, with a quarter of their messages relating to learning. Only one in four universities and colleges provide AI training, despite three in four students wanting it. State-by-state differences in student AI adoption could create […]
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Ukraine will need major rebuilding when war ends − here’s why the US isn’t likely to invest in its recovery with a new Marshall Plan
Ukraine will need major rebuilding when war ends − here’s why the US isn’t likely to invest in its recovery with a new Marshall Plan Europe after World War II? No, it's the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut in 2023, after a year of Russian bombardment. AP Photo, File President Donald Trump wants Ukraine to repay […]
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Weapons’ new trailer makes PTA meetings look like a nightmare
Weapons’ new trailer makes PTA meetings look like a nightmare The new trailer for the horror movie “Weapons” has been released, making PTA meetings look like a nightmare. The movie follows Justine Gandy (Julia Garner), a teacher whose students suddenly go missing one night, leaving her feeling like she’s losing her mind. Archer Graff (Josh […]
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Sony insists Xperia phones are ‘very important’ to it
Sony insists Xperia phones are ‘very important’ to it Sony’s Xperia phone brand has been plagued by problems this year, including issues with the latest model, the Xperia 1 VII. The brand’s importance to Sony was highlighted by CFO Lin Tao during a recent financial results presentation, calling it “a very important business” for the […]
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DJI’s new drone speaker lets cops yell at you from the sky
DJI’s new drone speaker lets cops yell at you from the sky DJI has released a new drone speaker accessory called the Zenmuse V1 speaker, designed for public safety and emergency applications. The speaker can broadcast sound at up to 127 decibels at 1 meter, equivalent to the sound level of a jet taking off, […]
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NASA will say goodbye to the International Space Station in 2030 − and welcome in the age of commercial space stations
NASA will say goodbye to the International Space Station in 2030 − and welcome in the age of commercial space stations NASA will officially retire the International Space Station (ISS) in 2030, marking the end of a 24-year continuous human presence in low-Earth orbit. The ISS has been a groundbreaking achievement in space cooperation among […]
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Facebook is starting to feed its AI with private, unpublished photos
Facebook is starting to feed its AI with private, unpublished photos Facebook is exploring ways to access private, unpublished photos from users’ camera rolls. The company is using a feature called “cloud processing” that allows it to select media from your camera roll and upload it to its cloud for analysis by AI models. By […]
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FDA will approve COVID-19 vaccine only for older adults and high-risk groups – a public health expert explains the new rules
FDA will approve COVID-19 vaccine only for older adults and high-risk groups – a public health expert explains the new rules The FDA has announced that it will only approve COVID-19 vaccines for adults 65 years old and older, as well as those with one or more risk factors for severe COVID-19 outcomes. The new […]
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