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May 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Digital art and who really makes it

A student at a cold northern university got so fed up with AI-made pictures that he decided to eat them. Not just a few, but 57 of them, during a protest nobody saw coming. The images were part of a show where an artist used text from a chatbot that posed as a therapist to create artworks. The prote

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May 28 2026LIFESTYLE

Tuscaloosa’s new $150 million riverfront resort: what to expect when it opens in 2028

Plans for a flashy riverfront resort in Tuscaloosa are finally taking shape. Developers broke ground this month on a $150 million complex that promises a sports-heavy experience just a short walk from the University of Alabama. The project isn’t just another hotel—it’s a full mini-neighborhood with

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May 28 2026SCIENCE

Young Scientists and Engineers Changing Healthcare and Science in Asia

This year’s standout young researchers and entrepreneurs in Asia are tackling big challenges in science and healthcare. Their work spans from decoding brain signals to designing AI tools that respect privacy. Some, like Hikari Okita, dive deep into genetics, studying xeno-nucleic acids (XNA). Unlike

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May 28 2026EDUCATION

How adult learning helped one NYPD officer design better training programs

Jason Mazeski worked as a training instructor for the NYPD when he decided to advance his education. He chose a master’s program focused on teaching adults because his job involved helping colleagues learn new skills. The program at Buffalo State offered flexible online classes, letting him balance

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May 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Companies and the Duty to Warn About Violence

When a teenage woman in Canada ended her life and killed eight others, the AI platform that had flagged her disturbing chats did not alert police. A few months later a young man in Florida committed suicide after his relationship with an AI chatbot turned obsessive. These events raise a hard questio

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May 27 2026FINANCE

Stocks That Made Headlines: A Quick Look at Tech and Space Movers

Micron Technology’s shares jumped close to twenty percent, pushing the price above $900 for the first time in years. Analysts say this lift comes from a growing need for high‑bandwidth memory that powers artificial intelligence, turning the company’s future outlook into a bright spot for investors.

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May 27 2026BUSINESS

A New Owner for Chicago’s Underground Fashion Spot

The Alley, a landmark in Avondale that has served punk, goth, and metal fans for decades, is looking for a new leader. Mark Thomas, who opened the shop in 1976 after buying jewelry‑making gear with a savings bond, now faces health issues and doubts about how long he can keep running the store.

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May 27 2026SPORTS

BYU’s 2026 Season: Hype, Praise and the Reality Check

BYU’s football program is buzzing with excitement for 2026, thanks to the return of star quarterback Bear Bachmeier and running back LJ Martin. Fans are already calling it one of the most anticipated seasons in school history. A former Big 12 assistant coach, speaking without revealing his name,

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May 27 2026BUSINESS

Women CFOs Lead the AI Infrastructure Race

In the current surge of artificial intelligence, companies are pouring billions into building the hardware that powers it. The people steering these budgets are often women, a fact that raises questions about gender roles in tech leadership. These finance chiefs do more than approve numbers; they

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May 27 2026POLITICS

Montana Law Rethinks Money Rules in Politics

The newest bill, known as I‑194, aims to tighten rules around money in political campaigns. The proposal says that if the state fails to update its campaign finance laws, it could face a financial hit worth millions. The idea is that newer regulations would keep the political process fair and transp

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