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Google lays off hundreds working on its voice-activated assistant
Google is undergoing significant workforce changes, involving layoffs and restructuring in roles associated with its voice-activated Google Assistant software and knowledge and information product teams. The move is part of Google's strategic initiative to enhance...
Obamacare Explained (Like You’re An Idiot)
Despite the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare, confusion persists among Americans regarding key concepts related to health insurance. A survey conducted by the journal Health Affairs revealed that only 60% of individuals...
Ecuador declares ‘internal armed conflict’ as gunmen take over live TV broadcast
Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa has declared an "internal armed conflict" in response to escalating violence, ordering security forces to "neutralize" criminal groups responsible for extreme violence across the country. The announcement followed a shocking incident...
Beloved Game Theorist MatPat is leaving YouTube for good
Beloved YouTuber Matthew 'MatPat' Patrick, renowned for his channel The Game Theorists, has announced his permanent departure from the video-sharing platform. With over 18 million subscribers, The Game Theorists gained fame for its exploration of popular and obscure...
Selena Gomez quits social media after Kylie Jenner drama at the Golden Globes
Amidst the recent drama at the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards, Hollywood star Selena Gomez has announced her decision to take a break from social media. The Only Murders In The Building star shared the news on her Instagram stories, posting a short clip of her...
Supreme Court Justice Ponders Impact of AI on Law
Chief Justice John Roberts of the U.S. expressed concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the legal system in his end-of-the-year report, emphasizing both its potential benefits and risks. Here are key points from his remarks: Potential Benefits of...
How is AI used in Danbury-area schools? Some classrooms ban it. In others, it’s a ‘tool’
The increasing availability of artificial intelligence (AI) programs poses challenges for educators in detecting and addressing their use by students. Here are key points from the article: Difficulty in Detection: AI programs, such as QuillBot and ChatGPT, can quickly...
AI LOVE YOU How the dangerous rise of ‘perfect’ AI girlfriends is ruining entire generation of men – and making singles more lonely
The proliferation of AI-powered virtual girlfriends is having a significant impact on the emotional well-being and relationships of single men, warns data science professor Liberty Vittert. These virtual companions, fueled by sophisticated algorithms and AI...
Giants fire Thomas McGaughey, Bobby Johnson
In the aftermath of Black Monday in the NFL, the New York Giants have made coaching changes following a disappointing season. The team has reportedly fired special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey and offensive line coach Bobby Johnson. Special Teams Woes: The...
Oklahoma 13-year-old believed to be first person ever to beat Tetris
Willis Gibson, a 13-year-old from Oklahoma, is believed to be the first person ever to beat Tetris since the game's release over three decades ago. Tetris, popularized by Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) and Game Boy consoles, has a "kill screen" that was...
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Ballots without barcodes pushed by Georgia GOP in election-law blitz aimed at Trump supporters
Georgia senators have approved a bill aimed at removing barcodes from ballots, responding to Republican discontent fueled by false claims from Donald Trump about winning the state in 2020. The bill, Senate Bill 189, mandates that printed text on ballots be used to...
Trump can face trial in 2020 election interference case, not immune, appeals court rules
A federal appeals panel has ruled that former President Donald Trump can stand trial on charges related to his alleged plot to overturn the results of the 2020 election. This decision comes after Trump's claims of immunity from prosecution were rejected by the court,...
Bill that could ban Trump from Hawaii ballot passes first test
A proposal aimed at disqualifying Donald Trump from the Hawaii ballot due to his alleged role in inciting the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol has passed a state Senate committee vote. While similar efforts have been made in other states, Hawaii law does not...
Trump warned about using campaign funds to pay E. Jean Carroll
E Jean Carroll, a former Elle columnist, recently won a defamation trial against former President Donald Trump, resulting in a significant monetary award. Carroll's legal battle against Trump centered on statements he made against her in 2019, and the jury awarded her...
Elon Musk says Neuralink has implanted first brain chip in a human
Elon Musk, the billionaire founder of Neuralink, has revealed that the first human has received an implant from the brain-chip startup and is recovering well. This development follows the US Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) clearance in September for Neuralink to...