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AI datasets have human values blind spots − new research
My colleagues and I at Purdue University have uncovered a significant imbalance in the human…
US dodged a bird flu pandemic in 1957 thanks to eggs and dumb luck – with a new strain spreading fast, will Americans get lucky again?
In recent months, Americans looking for eggs have faced empty shelves in their grocery stores.…
Whalesong patterns follow a universal law of human language, new research finds
All known human languages display a surprising pattern: the most frequent word in a language…
An ‘earthquake swarm’ is shaking Santorini. It could persist for months
Greece’s government has just declared a state of emergency on the island of Santorini, as…
360-degree videos are making social issues and educational content more engaging for Canadians
Immersive film using virtual reality (VR) or 360-degree video is being used increasingly as a…
Is DOGE a cybersecurity threat? A security expert explains the dangers of violating protocols and regulations that protect government computer systems
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), President Donald Trump’s special commission tasked with slashing federal…
Psychotherapy may change memories of childhood – here’s why practitioners should warn clients
One of the unfortunate legacies that my generation, gen X, has passed on to the…
What’s the difference between climate and weather models? It all comes down to chaos
Weather forecasts help you decide whether to go for a picnic, hang out your washing…
earth scientist explains the link
Ethiopia’s Afar and Oromia regions have been hit by several earthquakes and tremors since the…