‘I’ve Had It’ host Jennifer Welch praises Wisconsin brewery that called Kirk a ‘terrible human being’
Jennifer Welch praised Minocqua Brewing Company on her podcast Tuesday after the Wisconsin business criticized Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk and offered to sponsor the show. The offer came as sponsors were dropping Welch and co-host Angie Sullivan following their laughter at a joke about digging up Kirk’s body after his assassination last year. […]
What becomes of the human soul when AI makes work optional?
Elon Musk has often predicted that advances in artificial intelligence and robotics will soon make conventional jobs optional. In his vision, people would receive a universal high income and spend their time on personal pursuits in an age of abundance. The prospect of leaving the daily grind behind may sound appealing. But would a life […]
Twitter founder’s new talking program sounds human — but it’s still pretty dumb
Dessa sounds remarkably human, but its reasoning still has gaps A new voice chatbot can imitate the rhythms of human conversation with striking accuracy. Its replies include pauses, shifts in tone and even nervous laughter. But in early demonstrations, the system also struggled with basic reasoning and instructions. Jack Dorsey introduced Dessa, a conversational voice […]
Study shows that plastic straws are less harmful to human health and the environment compared to paper straws.
South Korea’s Assessment on Straw Materials Reveals Surprising Results A recent life-cycle assessment commissioned by South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment suggests that traditional plastic straws might be less harmful to the environment and human health when compared to paper straws. The detailed report, made available by opposition lawmaker Kim Wi-sang from the […]
New research on ancient DNA refines the timeline of human migration to North America
New Insights on Early Human Migration to North America Researchers studying ancient DNA have made significant strides in pinpointing when early humans began migrating into North America, addressing a question that has perplexed scientists for many years. A study, set to be published in the December 2026 edition of the journal Current Opinion in Genetics […]
How fears about AI distract from the important discussion on human oversight
Understanding the Reality of Artificial Intelligence In recent years, discussions around artificial intelligence (AI) have often centered on extreme, doomsday predictions. Tech companies have warned us—about job losses, potential dangers from malicious creators designing harmful pathogens, and fears of catastrophic cyberattacks that could undermine our financial systems. But it seems much of this talk is […]
Video: Seven Coffins Containing Human Remains Discovered Near Governor’s Home in North Dakota
Discovery of Historic Coffins in Bismarck Archaeologists have uncovered seven coffins, along with human remains, near the governor’s residence in Bismarck, North Dakota. This area was previously used as a burial ground for community members during the 1800s. The investigation, led by Facilities Management Director Brandon Solberg from the Office of Management and Budget, involved […]
New AI model Griffin deceives 48% of individuals into believing it is human
Can You Spot the Bot? Almost half of the individuals who interacted with an AI-generated “interviewer” mistakenly believed they were conversing with a human. This observation comes from Tavus, a startup based in the Bay Area. According to Tavus, its latest model, named Griffin, tricked 48% of the 54 participants during a job interview simulation. […]
Kingston Lammar Bradley arrested for murder after discovery of human remains
In Georgia, an 18-year-old named Kingston Lammar Bradley has been charged with malice murder after police reportedly found dismembered remains in the trunk of his vehicle. This unsettling discovery came to light on a Friday when witnesses noticed Bradley carrying a container at his apartment complex. When he realized someone saw him, he reportedly dropped […]
After overcoming the ‘Entity,’ Tom Cruise reveals his method for human dominance over AI
Tom Cruise Discusses AI and the Future of Film In the latest “Mission Impossible” film featuring Tom Cruise, the antagonist is an artificial intelligence known simply as the Entity. Interestingly, the filming occurred before a series of alarming AI incidents that suggest potential chaos ahead. In Cruise’s storyline, he believes that human unpredictability keeps machines […]