Alaska Airlines is facing some serious tech issues. In just four months, they've had two big IT failures. The first one was in July. A hardware problem at their data center stopped all flights for three hours. Even though they had backup systems, both the main and backup hardware failed. This caused
The World Series is here, and with it comes a lot of drama. George Springer, the Blue Jays' star player, is no stranger to controversy. He was part of the Astros' sign-stealing scandal in 2017. Some fans want to boo him every time he steps up to the plate. They say it's a way to remind him and the w
Sports have always had a dark side, and recently, it's been about gambling. The FBI made some big arrests, including NBA coach Chauncey Billups and player Terry Rozier. This isn't new, though. Gambling scandals have been around for a long time. Back in 1920, the "Black Sox Scandal" rocked baseball.
Pepper, a social robot, is now trying something new: telling stories with people. This isn't just about robots reading stories. It's about creating stories together, using both words and real objects. Here's how it works: a person shows Pepper an object, like a toy or a book. Pepper uses its camera
Digital help lines are becoming more popular for survivors of abuse. These online services offer support through chat and text. They are a quick way to get help. But how well do they work? A recent study looked into this. It found some interesting things. The study involved people who used digital
In a recent study, researchers looked at why some young men in Türkiye bet on sports more than others. They found that three things play a big role: how much they value money, how well they handle their finances, and why they gamble in the first place. They asked 562 men between 18 and 35 about the
Stephen A. Smith is not backing down from his comments about the FBI's investigation into NBA gambling, even after facing criticism from FBI Director Kash Patel. During a recent episode of "First Take, " Smith suggested that President Trump might be involved in the probe, which has led to the arrest
NBA players often keep their inner circle close, and sometimes that can lead to trouble. Take Damon Jones, a former teammate of LeBron James. He was recently indicted for his role in a gambling ring. Prosecutors say he used his friendship with an unnamed NBA star to pass on insider info to gamblers.
Deciding what's best for babies and young kids isn't always straightforward. People working in this field have to juggle lots of things: what's right, what's legal, what's happening around them, and even their own feelings. But guess what? Ethics should be at the heart of every decision they make.
A peaceful weekend gathering turned tragic when gunfire erupted in a rural part of Robeson County, North Carolina. Two individuals lost their lives, and several others were left fighting for their lives. The incident occurred at a large party, where over 150 people were present. In the chaos, many f
