Distracted driving is a big problem. It's not just about personal safety. It's about the safety of everyone on the road. A recent study dug into this issue. It found that a huge number of drivers are distracted while driving. This is a serious issue that needs attention. The study looked at over 1, 500 commercial drivers. It found that most drivers have had a close ...
The Biological Weapons Convention, a key agreement in global security, is facing a tough challenge. This pact, which has been around for 50 years, is struggling to keep up with today's rapid technological progress. The convention was created to stop the creation and use of biological weapons. But as science and technology advance, the old rules are finding it hard to...
Skype, the once revolutionary video chat tool, is shutting down. Microsoft made this announcement in late February. It's not surprising, as Skype had become outdated. It was a ghost of its former self. It was clear that Microsoft had long decided to discontinue the service. Skype was a tool for connecting people across oceans when there were few affordable means ...
Nicholas Carr, a renowned tech critic, has been warning about the downsides of technology for years. In his latest book, "Superbloom: How Technologies of Connection Tear Us Apart, " he dives into the paradox of communication. While we once believed more communication would bring us closer, Carr argues that the sheer volume and speed of information exchange on social ...
Are you tethered to your phone, tablet, or computer? Chances are, you spend more time staring at a screen than connecting with people face-to-face. Christine Rosen, author of "The Extinction of Experience, " worries that our widespread use of devices is making us lose out on vital human interactions. She points out that we're hardwired to understand each other throug...
Ever wondered how celebrities manage to get a good night's sleep despite their hectic schedules? Their bedtime routines offer some fascinating insights. Drew Barrymore swears by reading before bed, while Jennifer Aniston keeps her phone far away. Bella Hadid listens to meditation music, and Arianna Huffington loves a warm bath. Gwyneth Paltrow even sleeps with mouth ...
You might think that deepfakes would have a big effect on elections, but it turns out they’re not that good yet. At least, that’s what some recent research says. Despite all the fake images floating around the internet, it looks like people can still spot a phony when it counts. Researchers found that during the global elections in 2024, AI-generated misinformation ...
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...
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...
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...