TECHNOLOGY IMPACT

Nov 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Life Lessons from the Open-Source World

Open-source technology isn't just about code—it's about sharing, caring, and building communities. Ever since I started using Linux decades ago, I've picked up valuable life lessons that go way beyond computers. One big takeaway is that sharing is key. Open-source giants like Linux wouldn't exist without people eager to share their work. Passion is another big part o...

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Oct 27 2024SPORTS

The Baseball Fan Who Made Waves

Imagine this: a kid at a baseball game changes the game's fate with one swift move. That's what happened in 1996, when a young Jeffrey Maier caught a ball that was meant for the outfield during a game between the Yankees and the Orioles. This moment made him a household name, and people still talk about it today. Fast forward to 2024, and history repeated itself at a...

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Oct 25 2024RELIGION

Pope Francis' New Message: Love in a World Gone Cold

Pope Francis has just released his fourth encyclical, titled "Dilexit Nos, " which means "He Loves Us. " He's calling on people to reflect on Jesus' love in a world that's distracted by things like shopping and computer algorithms. This encyclical is special because it comes 350 years after a nun named St. Margaret Mary Alacoque had a vision that spread the idea of J...

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Oct 24 2024BUSINESS

Islands Turn Their Web Domains into Gold Mines

Imagine a tiny nation in the Pacific Ocean, known as Tuvalu, facing climate change threats. It has a secret weapon: the . tv web domain. Thanks to Twitch's twitch. tv, royalties for . tv are soaring. Meanwhile, another island, Anguilla, is also making a splash. It boasts the . ai domain, which is in high demand due to the artificial intelligence craze. Both islands a...

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Oct 18 2024TECHNOLOGY

AI's Powerful Future with Anthropic's CEO

Dario Amodei, the boss of Anthropic—a company backed by giants like Google and Amazon—has a dream. He sees a future where Artificial Intelligence (AI) solves humanity's biggest problems. Think no more poverty, depression, or even PTSD. Plus, medicine could advance tenfold! But hold on, these are just guesses, right? We're still figuring out what AI can truly do. And ...

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Oct 14 2024TECHNOLOGY

Robots Take Over Food Delivery at Minnesota’s University

Ever thought about robots handling your lunch delivery? Well, that’s happening at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Last week marked the start of a new robot-powered delivery service on campus. Starship Technologies has introduced its first AI-driven robots in Minneapolis, and they're the first to operate on the university grounds. With the Starship app, stude...

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris: A Tech-Savvy Leader for the AI Era

California recently stopped a law that would test AI models before release. This shows how tricky it is for states to handle this high-tech issue. It calls for a national approach led by strong leaders, like the next president. Kamala Harris, a presidential candidate, takes a smart and practical look at AI. She cares about how it affects everyday people. As Cali...

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