Sex, love and companionship … with AI? Why human-machine relationships could go mainstream
The California-based startup Replika has programmed chatbots to serve as companions. Olivier Douliery/AFP via Getty Images Marco Dehnert, Arizona State…
Trump’s indictment stretches US legal system in new ways – a former prosecutor explains 4 key points to understand
Trump’s indictment stretches US legal system in new ways – a former prosecutor explains 4 key points to understand A supporter…
Researchers turned superglue into a recyclable, cheap, oil-free plastic alternative
Researchers discovered a way to turn superglue into strong, clear plastic that can be made into many shapes. Allison Christy,…
Why it’s essential to be kind and understanding towards others
Why it’s essential to be kind and understanding towards others, even when in disagreement In today’s world, disagreement and conflict…
Training your mind for success
Training your mind for success is essential to achieving your goals and living a fulfilling life. Success is not just…
Back to the Moon
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What is Frugal Gardening
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Why we know so little about the Earth’s ocean
Why we know so little about the Earth’s ocean. Despite covering more than 70% of the Earth’s surface, the ocean…
The Artemis Program: NASA’s Ambitious Plan to Return to the Moon
The Artemis Program: NASA’s Ambitious Plan to Return to the Moon NASA’s Artemis program is an ambitious initiative that aims…
What does ‘moral hazard’ mean?
A real payload. tiero/iStock via Getty Images Plus Cassandra Jones Havard, University of South Carolina What does ‘moral hazard’ mean?…
Why does time change when traveling close to the speed of light? A physicist explains
Time gets a little strange as you approach the speed of light. ikonacolor/iStock via Getty Images Michael Lam, Rochester Institute…
What is Positive self-talk?
What is Positive self-talk? Positive self-talk is a technique of using affirming and supportive language to encourage oneself and create…
Voice deepfakes are calling – here’s what they are and how to avoid getting scammed
Cloning someone’s voice is easier than ever. D-Keine/iStock via Getty Images Matthew Wright, Rochester Institute of Technology and Christopher Schwartz,…
What the research shows about risks of myocarditis from COVID vaccines versus risks of heart damage from COVID – two pediatric cardiologists explain how to parse the data
Inflammation of the heart (shown here), known as myocarditis, can be triggered by viral infection, including COVID-19, as well as…
What is a bank run?
A bank run is a phenomenon where a large number of depositors, usually due to panic or rumors, try…
Body dysmorphic disorder is more common than eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia,
Body dysmorphic disorder is more common than eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, yet few people are aware of its dangers…
The power of journaling
Imagine waking up every morning, sitting down at your desk with a blank page in front of you, and writing…
Meanings of “waking up” and how they can be relevant to our lives
Waking up is a term that can refer to a variety of different experiences, from simply opening one’s eyes in…
A little bit of narcissism is normal and healthy – here’s how to tell when it becomes pathological
There is a major distinction between healthy and pathological narcissism. Joos Mind/The Image Bank via Getty Images April Nisan Ilkmen,…
Springing forward into daylight saving time is a step back for health
Springing forward into daylight saving time is a step back for health – a neurologist explains the medical evidence, and…
Can eating poppy seeds affect drug test results? An addiction and pain medicine specialist explains
Eating culinary poppy seeds won’t get you high, but they could lead to a failed drug test. Linda Caldwell/EyeEm via…
DALL-E 2 and Midjourney can be a boon for industrial designers
A volcano-themed tissue box designed with the help of AI-assisted image generation. Juan Noguera, CC BY-SA Juan Noguera, Rochester Institute…
The prediction for the year 2023
The prediction for the year 2023 – Predictions and forecasts for the years to come – Here are some predictions…