A new online game called SpaceMolt lets AI agents explore a text-based universe without human players. Unlike regular video games, this one has about 700 digital players that all run on artificial intelligence. Some humans can join by controlling these AI agents, but many just let the AIs figure thi
Many people worry about death—not just older adults, but even young people. Research shows that religion, morals, and spirituality can help reduce that fear. But scientists wondered which of these three factors works best. They studied 737 adults aged 18 to 80, mostly women, and measured their leve
In 1980, the U. S. Supreme Court made it clear: posting the Ten Commandments in public schools isn’t about education—it’s religious promotion. Kentucky learned this the hard way when its law requiring the display was struck down. Despite tweaking the wording to sound neutral, courts still ruled it u
People can now find news about their favorite stars right on their phones, a huge change from the days when network TV only offered occasional celebrity interviews. Back in the 1970s, a host named Barbara Walters began doing star chats on prime‑time shows and some critics were shocked. The real turn
The newest Nike Air Foamposite One, called “Tianjin 2. 0, ” has sparked excitement among sneaker fans and art lovers alike. Nike chose to honor traditional Chinese folk motifs, creating a shoe that feels both modern and timeless. The upper is covered with an all‑over print of flowers, a stylized fe
Portugal’s firefighters, who often work odd hours and stay awake for long stretches, are showing worrying signs of sleep problems. A national research project collected data from more than 1, 800 active firemen and women to see how common sleepiness and breathing pauses during sleep are in this grou
Hong Kong police can now force people suspected of breaking the national security law to give them phone or computer passwords. If someone refuses, they could face up to a year in jail and a fine of HK$100, 000. Giving wrong information could cost up to three years in prison and a fine of HK$500, 00
Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called for an inquiry after allegations that his foreign minister, Peter Szijjarto, was secretly monitored. The request comes as Hungary readies for its April election and deals with rumors about ties to Russia. Szijjarto, who has been in office since 2010, said he o
Three clergy members, each from a different faith tradition, participated in a controlled experiment to see how a hallucinogenic mushroom affects religious feelings and actions. The study’s main goal was safety, but it also looked at how the experience might change a person’s view of the divine over
A young athlete from Southborough, Massachusetts grew up in a family that moved to the United States from Belarus and Ukraine. His parents, Olga and Alexei, settled in America after leaving their home countries, bringing with them a strong work ethic and love for sports. The player’s early basketbal
