Students at Princeton High School are using AI for homework and test prep. This has become a common practice. The school board is now talking about how to teach students about AI's effects. They want to help students understand both the good and bad sides of AI. Ash Mieman, a student leader, said many students feel pressured to use AI. They think they need to keep u...
San Diego has been making waves with its use of technology to keep people safe. The city has teamed up with local businesses and neighborhoods to use something called Flock License Plate Readers, or LPRs. These gadgets have been a game-changer, helping to solve 600 criminal cases, find missing kids, and recover stolen items worth $5. 8 million. Last year alone, these...
The McHenry Recreation Center is struggling to regain its pre-pandemic popularity. The city is considering hiring outside experts to help figure out how to attract more members and make the center more financially stable. The center's director, Bill Hobson, admits that marketing isn't his team's strong suit. They've tried various promotional methods like billboards,...
Apple's latest iOS update, version 26. 2, is bringing some changes to how people use their iPhone messages while driving. The update introduces a new setting that lets drivers choose how they see their messages on CarPlay. Before this update, iOS 26 had already added a feature that pinned important conversations at the top of the Messages app in CarPlay. This was he...
AI is a big deal these days, but have you ever wondered about its thirst? Water use in AI is a hot topic, and different companies report very different numbers. Google says its AI uses just a few drops of water per prompt, while Mistral, a French AI company, claims its model uses way more. So, why the big difference? Experts say it all comes down to a few key things...
In Zambia's South Luangwa National Park, a gripping drama unfolds. Four animal families—leopards, hyenas, wild dogs, and lions—fight for survival. This isn't a scripted show; it's real life. Over five years, these families battle for territory, raise their young, and test family bonds. Think of it as "Game of Thrones" but with real animals. The star-studded cast inc...
People are questioning how governments, drug makers, and health experts talked about COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic. They believe important facts were left out, and people weren't fully informed before getting vaccinated. The focus has moved from science to ethics. Critics say the long-term effects of mRNA vaccines weren't clearly explained, especially how th...
Kim Kardashian has been open about her legal studies journey, including the challenges she faces. She recently revealed that she often turns to ChatGPT for help with her studies. During a lie detector test with Vanity Fair, she admitted to using the AI chatbot to get answers to her questions. She would take pictures of her study material and input them into ChatGPT t...
The early 1980s marked a challenging time with the rise of HIV/AIDS. During this period, LGBTQ+ health organizations took a unique approach to prevention. They created materials that celebrated gay identity and promoted safer sex as a way to keep the community healthy and free. These messages were not just about fear. They focused on pleasure and used erotic imagery ...
"Return to Paradise" season 2 shifts focus from solving crimes to the personal lives of detectives. The show's main character, Mack, is caught in a love triangle. She is with Colin but overheard her ex, Glenn, confessing his love for her to his dog. This complicates her life, but work provides a welcome distraction. The season features crimes in unusual settings, lik...