AI models that create text are influenced by the culture of the data they learn from. This is clear when looking at how these models behave in different languages. Two key aspects of culture were studied: how people relate to others and how they process information. Social orientation is about whet
Weather patterns are changing. This is a fact. The way these changes affect fire danger in Sweden is a bit more complex. For the past seven decades, weather observations have been collected. This data helps scientists understand how fire risks have evolved over time. The data comes from nine weathe
In today's interconnected world, plant diseases can spread quickly across borders. This makes it crucial to have fast and reliable ways to spot harmful fungi. Two types of fungi, Alternaria triticina and Plenodomus libanotidis, are particularly troublesome. They can seriously damage crops and harm t
The Los Angeles City Council has extended its partnership with FilmLA for another five years. This decision came despite calls from advocacy groups for changes to the city's permitting process. The groups argue that the current system is too complex and costly, which has contributed to a decline in
The 1994 Female Secondary School Stipend Program (FSSSP) in Bangladesh aimed to boost education for rural girls. This program had far-reaching effects, especially on the health of the next generation. Researchers looked into how this program influenced the health of children born to these educated m
Texas is at a crossroads with its hemp industry. The clock is ticking for Governor Greg Abbott. He has to make a big decision. He must choose what to do with Senate Bill 3. This bill could ban THC products across the state. If he does not sign or veto it by Sunday, the bill will automatically b
The summer blockbuster was born out of chaos and uncertainty. A young director, Steven Spielberg, faced a monumental task. He had to turn a bestselling novel about a killer shark into a cinematic sensation. The project was plagued with issues from the start. The mechanical sharks kept breaking down,
The highest court in the United States has just given a big boost to victims of terrorism. This decision allows families of those hurt or killed in attacks in the Middle East to sue Palestinian authorities. The Supreme Court backed a law from 2019 that lets these lawsuits move forward. The attacks
The stock of Circle Internet Group (CRCL) has jumped 7% during Friday's trading. This boost follows the Senate's approval of the GENIUS Act. This new law creates a federal framework for stablecoin use. Stablecoins are a type of cryptocurrency. Their value is tied to another currency or asset, like t
The latest horror flick, M3GAN 2. 0, is not just about scares and laughs. It has a serious message about technology. The star of the movie, Allison Williams, wants viewers to think about how they use tech. She hopes people will enjoy the film and then start talking about the real issues it raises. W
