TECHNOLOGY

Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

Games as gateways to new music: Kojima’s quiet revolution

Hideo Kojima doesn’t just build video games—he builds bridges to culture. For years, he’s quietly slipped music, films, and art into his games, giving players a nudge toward sounds and stories they might never seek out alone. Death Stranding didn’t just drop players into a post-apocalyptic world; it

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

A great TV deal worth grabbing now

A discount on a Samsung 55-inch 4K smart TV makes it a good time to upgrade your screen. Normally priced near $350, the sale cuts it down to $298. That’s a solid deal for a TV that handles both movies and games well. This model stands out with a sleek metal design and thin edges, giving it a modern

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

Cheap eye checks for everyone, everywhere

A new pocket-sized scanner could bring eye exams to places where people usually skip them—like drugstores or bus stops. Made by scientists in Japan, this AI helper spots cloudy lenses (cataracts) and pressure problems (glaucoma) in just a few minutes. Most high-tech eye gear costs thousands and live

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI CEO under scrutiny: what ChatGPT really thinks

Sam Altman’s leadership style has sparked fresh debates about trust in tech. A lengthy report dug into internal records and past colleagues’ notes, painting a picture of someone who bends facts when it suits him. One former insider bluntly described him as someone who doesn’t worry much about the fa

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

How AI is changing business for better and worse

Artificial intelligence isn't just about robots doing cool things anymore. It's becoming a regular part of how companies work - both for good and bad. A tech expert recently explained to a local business group how AI helps companies run smoother and faster. At the same time, it's giving scammers new

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

Golf star teams up with tech investors to bring AI swing coaching to phones

A professional golfer isn’t just driving balls down the fairway anymore—he’s also driving tech deals. A group led by Bryson DeChambeau has quietly taken control of Sportsbox AI, a startup that turns smartphones into swing analyzers. While the exact price remains under wraps, the deal is reported to

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

New ways science helps keep food safe from hidden allergens

Food allergies aren’t just annoying—they can be dangerous, especially in countries where food is highly processed. Right now, no medicine can cure these allergies. The only real protection is knowing what’s in your food. Missing labels on packaged items often cause accidents, putting people at risk

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

The Fast Plane That Was Too Costly to Fly

The Concorde wasn’t just fast—it was a flying paradox. Built in the 1960s and 70s, only 20 were ever made, and fewer than half actually carried paying passengers. Most of its flights shuttled wealthy travelers between New York and two European cities: London and Paris. But its supersonic speed came

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tracking Shoulder Movements: A Smarter Way to Study Joint Motion

Shoulder motion analysis often relies on complex setups to measure how bones move in real time. This study introduces a simpler approach using small 3D-printed markers placed on the back—on the shoulder blade, upper arm, and torso. Instead of traditional tracking methods, which can be time-consuming

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Apr 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ride‑Share Drivers Face Robotaxis? A Quick Look at the Reality

In cities across America, driverless taxis are already on the roads or close to getting legal permission. People wonder if these robotaxes will steal jobs from Uber and Lyft drivers. A recent study by a professor at the University of Maryland Business School says the answer is probably not, at least

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