Boston has rolled out some new building rules for Chinatown, aiming to preserve its unique charm and make housing more affordable. But not all locals are sold on the idea. The proposed changes allow buildings to reach up to 35 stories in specific areas. This has some residents worried about overcrow
Peacock is trying out a couple of new tricks to stay in the game with streaming giants like Netflix and YouTube. They're introducing mini-games and short vertical videos to their app. This month, some users will start seeing these features, while others will have to wait until spring. Peacock is fa
Fossils of gibbons are quite rare, which makes their evolutionary history a bit of a mystery. One such fossil, Kapi ramnagarensis, was found in India and dated back to around 13 million years ago. Scientists initially thought it was an early gibbon due to a unique lower molar they found. However, so
New York City's recent crime statistics are revealing a troubling pattern. Mayor Eric Adams and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch noted during their year-end conference how recidivism rates have shot up since 2018. The numbers are staggering: repeat offenders charged with major crimes like felony as
Did you know that something as simple as nutshells can help clean up our water? Scientists have found that biochar, made from burning plant material like nutshells, can greatly improve the power of permanganate to break down tough pollutants. By adding biochar to permanganate, the pollutant removal
Ever wanted a helping hand in your favorite games? Nvidia and Krafton are making that happen with “co-playable characters, ” or CPCs, debuted at CES 2025. These AI-driven buddies will first show up in PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) and inZOI, a life simulator akin to The Sims. PUBG is calling
Former President Jimmy Carter isn't your typical Washington insider, and the feeling is mutual. He's heading back to the nation's capital this Tuesday, not for a celebration of his presidency, but for an official recognition after his life. The grand ceremony is more about following procedures than
At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang unveiled a slew of new tools and updates focused on AI agents and robotics. These include AI Blueprints, which help businesses create AI agents using Llama models, and tools for companies to simulate and deploy robot workforces. Nvidi
In an interesting turn of events, a Dubai-based billionaire, Hussain Sajwani, has promised a significant investment in building data centers across the United States. Sajwani, who is known for his property development company DAMAC Properties, plans to spend at least $20 billion on this project. The
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden visited New Orleans recently following a deadly attack on New Year’s Day. Speaking at an interfaith prayer service, Biden expressed deep empathy for the city and its people, stating, "We're here to stand by you, grieve with you, and show that you're not
