Imagine this: a group of kids watch a made-up event, then they're quizzed about it. Who do you think would get better answers: a clever chatbot or regular folks? That's what researchers wanted to find out. They pitted a smart language model, against some everyday human interviewers. The goal? To see
Imagine this: thousands of federal employees, many just starting their careers, suddenly find themselves out of a job. This isn't some dystopian movie plot; it's a real situation unfolding in the federal government. Over 200, 000 workers hired in the past year are in the hot seat, with many facing u
Hong Kong's Democratic Party, once a major player in the city's political scene, has decided to shut down. The party's chair, Lo Kin-hei, made the announcement, pointing to the challenging political climate as the reason behind the decision. This isn't the first time a political group has disbanded
Environmental policy changes are a big deal in modern democracies. These changes have been happening a lot and are getting noticed. But why do these changes happen? There are a lot of different ideas about what causes them. Some people think it's because of what the public wants. Others point t
Democrats are grappling with how to effectively counter Trump's aggressive moves. They're torn between using familiar tactics from the past and finding new, more impactful strategies. The party is scattered, with potential leaders hesitant to step forward. Meanwhile, Trump's rapid actions are outpac
Picture this: A man who has never set foot in the Kennedy Center, suddenly becomes its chairman. This is not a story from a movie, but a real-life event that happened in 2022. President Donald Trump, known for his bold moves, took over the prestigious Kennedy Center. He promised a new era of arts an
The recent Munich Security Conference sparked a heated debate between U. S. Vice President JD Vance and German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius. Vance expressed concerns about the state of democracy in Europe, suggesting that free speech is under threat. He criticized European governments for allege
Smart windows are becoming a hot topic in the world of energy efficiency. These windows can change their tint based on temperature, helping to keep buildings cool in the summer and warm in the winter. This is all thanks to a special material called a metal-organic framework, or MOF. One type of MOF,
Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota has decided not to run for re-election. This news has sparked a flurry of activity among potential candidates from both major political parties. The Democratic Party is facing a tough challenge in trying to regain control of the Senate, where Republicans currently hol
Let's dive into the political scene in California. First, let's talk about the potential candidates for governor in 2026. Kamala Harris, the former Vice President, is currently the frontrunner among Democratic voters. A recent poll showed that 57% of Democratic primary voters would vote for her i
