X uses community notes on election messages, but misinformation spreads
The social media company is using its Community Notes program to moderate election lies, but cracks are already beginning to show.
From Believers to Bitcoin: 24 Hours in Trump's Code-Switching Campaign
If Donald J. Trump tries to win over an audience that isn't necessarily his own, it could have uncomfortable consequences.
Artisanal sex toy businesses may not survive Etsy's new seller policy
Simply Elegant Glass has been selling handmade sex toys on Etsy for nearly a decade. In that time, the shop has made more than 7,000… Read More »Artisanal sex toy businesses may not survive Etsy's new seller policy
Union players strike over AI speech and motion capture training
Enlarge / One day, using pixelated fonts and graphics to indicate that something is a video game will no longer be a trope. Today is… Read More »Union players strike over AI speech and motion capture training
Robert Downey Jr. Returns to Marvel as Dr. Doom
The actor announced his return to Marvel's superhero film franchise, five years after ending his long-running role as Iron Man.
Kamala Harris rally draws hundreds of golf carts in conservative Florida community the Villages
About 500 golf carts reportedly paraded through The Villages, a retirement community in Central Florida, on Saturday afternoon in support of Kamala Harris for president,… Read More »Kamala Harris rally draws hundreds of golf carts in conservative Florida community the Villages
AlphaProof, a new AI from Google DeepMind, scores high at the International Mathematical Olympiad
AI is getting better at mathematics and could soon become a worthy partner for humans.
Before Paris, London showed how the Olympics could be sustainable
Paris wants to host the most sustainable Olympic Games in history, but more than a decade ago, London proved that host cities don't have to… Read More »Before Paris, London showed how the Olympics could be sustainable
Nearly 300 homes built on old industrial estate
Nearly 300 homes are being built on an industrial estate that was already eligible for redevelopment 10 years ago. Durham County Council is set to… Read More »Nearly 300 homes built on old industrial estate
Bitcoin Brothers Are Wild About Donald Trump
Trump’s speech is running an hour behind. After a half-hour wait, restless attendees begin chanting “Trump.” The woman sitting in front of me mumbles her… Read More »Bitcoin Brothers Are Wild About Donald Trump
Reform's most feared candidate for the Conservative Party leadership wants nothing to do with Nigel Farage
Robert Jenrick has told Conservative members there will be no deal with Nigel Farage if he is elected party leader to replace Rishi Sunak. The… Read More »Reform's most feared candidate for the Conservative Party leadership wants nothing to do with Nigel Farage
Are You a Workaholic? Here's How to Recognize the Signs
Enlarge (Photo: Bill Varie/Getty Images) An accountant filling out spreadsheets on the beach, a dog groomer who always has time for an extra client, a… Read More »Are You a Workaholic? Here's How to Recognize the Signs
A blood test accurately diagnosed Alzheimer's in 90% of cases, research shows
It was much more accurate than GPs using cognitive tests and CT scans. The findings could accelerate the search for an affordable and accessible way… Read More »A blood test accurately diagnosed Alzheimer's in 90% of cases, research shows
Should You Buy CrowdStrike During the Crisis? 3 Analysts Share Their Opinions.
CrowdStrike Holdings (NASDAQ: CRWD) made a major, unforced error on July 19 when one of its software updates affected more than 8.5 million users of… Read More »Should You Buy CrowdStrike During the Crisis? 3 Analysts Share Their Opinions.
Democratic meme makers rejoice during Kamala Harris' campaign
After a quiet few years under President Biden, liberal social media creators are seeing their messages resonate as Kamala Harris campaigns for the White House.
