In a world where hate and conspiracy theories are on the rise, a new study shows that AI chatbots might be a powerful tool to fight these issues. The research, backed by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), found that short conversations with AI chatbots can change people's beliefs about antisemitic conspiracy theories. The study involved 1, 224 adults in the U. S. who...
A recent study dug into how heart and lung fitness (CRF) affects thinking skills in older folks. It turns out, being more fit can make a big difference in how sharp someone stays as they age. The study looked at data from over 2, 300 adults aged 60 to 79. They found that people with higher CRF scored better on cognitive tests, especially between ages 61 and 66. At a...
Jair Bolsonaro, the former president of Brazil, has been ordered to start his prison term. The Supreme Court made this decision. Bolsonaro was found guilty of trying to stay in power after losing the 2022 election. He will serve his sentence in a federal police jail in Brasilia. Bolsonaro is 70 years old. He was accused of leading a plot to keep himself in power. Th...
Sir Keir Starmer found himself in a bit of a pickle during a school visit. He was there to talk about free school meals, but things took an unexpected turn. While reading with kids, he made a silly hand gesture after seeing the number 67 on a page. This gesture is tied to a popular dance trend among youngsters. The teacher wasn't happy. They told him that the "6-7" ...
In a surprising turn of events, a 65-year-old woman from Phitsanulok, Thailand, was found alive in a coffin just as she was about to be cremated. The incident took place at Wat Rat Prakhong Tham, a Buddhist temple in Nonthaburi, near Bangkok. The woman's brother had brought her to the temple after a long journey from their hometown. He believed she had passed away a...
Faith and medicine often cross paths in unexpected ways. Dr. Marc Siegel, a seasoned internist, has seen this firsthand. His life is filled with moments where science and spirituality intersect. From his personal experiences to his professional career, Siegel believes that faith can play a crucial role in healing. Siegel's new book, "The Miracles Among Us, " explore...
Scientists are working on new ways to fight COVID-19. They are making changes to a special molecule called N, N'-diphenylurea. This molecule can stop the virus from making copies of itself. But it has some problems. It doesn't dissolve well in water and can be harmful to cells. So, they made 27 new versions of this molecule. They wanted to fix the problems. Seven of...
Late-night host Stephen Colbert raised eyebrows by questioning whether President Donald Trump truly signed a bill to release the Epstein files. He pointed out that the signing happened off-camera, fueling speculation about the authenticity of the action. Colbert humorously suggested that Trump might have used an autopen, a machine that replicates signatures, similar...
The recent global climate summit, COP30, ended with a new agreement, but it didn't include a clear plan to cut fossil fuel use. This was a big letdown for many countries that wanted stronger action. The summit started with high hopes. Over 80 countries wanted to agree on a strong plan to move away from fossil fuels. But after lots of arguing, the final deal didn't i...
Elon Musk, the wealthiest person globally, has been very active on X, his social media platform. Over the past month, he has posted, replied, or shared content 1, 716 times, averaging about 55 posts per day. His posts cover a wide range of topics, from politics to his companies, but a significant portion focuses on politically charged issues. Nearly half of his post...