• Under Trump, AI Scientists Are Told to Remove ‘Ideological Bias’ From Powerful Models

    Under Trump, AI Scientists Are Told to Remove ‘Ideological Bias’ From Powerful Models
    A directive from the National Institute of Standards and Technology eliminates mention of “AI safety” and “AI fairness.”
  • AI search tools are confidently wrong a lot of the time, study finds

    AI search tools are confidently wrong a lot of the time, study finds
    AI search tools confidently spit out wrong answers at a high clip, a new study found. Columbia Journalism Review (CJR) conducted a study in which it fed eight AI tools an excerpt of an article and asked the chatbots to identify the "corresponding article’s headline, original publisher, publication date, and URL." Collectively, the study noted that the chatbots "provided incorrect answers to more than 60 percent of queries." SEE ALSO:How to identify AI-generated text
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  • NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 15, 2025

    NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for March 15, 2025
    The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections &mdas
  • Googles officially retiring Assistant

    Googles officially retiring Assistant
    Google's officially retiring its Assistant tool, instead migrating users to its AI-powered Gemini.In a blog post announcement, Google wrote: "Over the coming months, we’re upgrading more users on mobile devices from Google Assistant to Gemini; and later this year, the classic Google Assistant will no longer be accessible on most mobile devices or available for new downloads on mobile app stores." 9to5 Google reported that most people with newer phones and upgraded software will be moved to
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  • The 11 Best Xbox Accessories You Can Buy (2025)

    The 11 Best Xbox Accessories You Can Buy (2025)
    From headsets to hard drives, these are the best Xbox accessories.
  • The Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Identity in the Digital Age

    The Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Identity in the Digital Age
    Identity theft in Australia is a serious issue. While the digital age has revolutionised the way we communicate, shop, and manage our finances, it has also introduced new vulnerabilities. Cybercriminals are constantly finding ways to exploit individuals, making identity theft more prevalent than ever.According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, approximately 199,100 Australians aged 15 and over experienced identity theft during the 2022-23 financial year.With new technology and the vast amo
  • 16 Best Gifts for Men, Manly Men, and Menly Man Men (2025)

    16 Best Gifts for Men, Manly Men, and Menly Man Men (2025)
    When you need something that's as unnecessarily masculinized as you can get for the Man™ in your life, we have you covered.
  • A Tanker Collision Threatens One of the UK’s Most Important Coastlines

    A Tanker Collision Threatens One of the UK’s Most Important Coastlines
    An explosive crash between an oil tanker and a cargo ship in the North Sea could have huge consequences for ecologically and commercially crucial marine areas.
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  • Wildfires Are One of Hurricane Helene’s Lasting Legacies

    Wildfires Are One of Hurricane Helene’s Lasting Legacies
    A number of fires broke out in the Southeastern US last week. Hurricane-downed trees may have helped fuel the flames, experts say.
  • End-to-End Encrypted Texts Between Android and iPhone Are Coming

    End-to-End Encrypted Texts Between Android and iPhone Are Coming
    Plus: A nominee to lead CISA emerges, Elon Musk visits the NSA, a renowned crypto cracking firm’s secret (and problematic) cofounder is revealed, and more.
  • How to watch New Zealand vs. Pakistan 1st T20 online for free

    How to watch New Zealand vs. Pakistan 1st T20 online for free
    TL;DR: Live stream New Zealand vs. Pakistan 1st T20 for free on TVNZ+. Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy has kept fans entertained over the last few weeks, but the international cricket doesn't end there. Pakistan are heading to New Zealand to compete in a series of T20 and ODI games. Can they give their fans something to cheer for after an incredibly disappointing showing in the ICC Champions Trophy?If you want to watch New
  • Designer Ray-Ban Metas, An EV to Mock Tesla, and Portable Pizzas—Here’s Your Gear News of the Week

    Designer Ray-Ban Metas, An EV to Mock Tesla, and Portable Pizzas—Here’s Your Gear News of the Week
    Plus: iRobot unveils its new robo vacs, JBL pimps its most beloved speakers, a bright future for TCL TVs, and more.
  • If the Webb telescope detects these molecules, they may point to life

    Considering humans don't have a spacecraft capable of traveling to planets beyond the solar system, scientists have to get creative if they want to find clues of life existing light-years away. Now a group of scientists is proposing a new way for astronomers to look for signs of aliens using the James Webb Space Telescope, a collaboration of NASA and the European and Canadian space agencies: look for methyl halides. These gases — composed of carbon, hydrogen, and a halogen, like
  • This MS productivity power couple is just $55 for lifetime access

    This MS productivity power couple is just $55 for lifetime access
    TL;DR: Own Microsoft Office 2021 Pro and Windows 11 Pro for life — no subscriptions, no hidden costs — for just $54.97 (reg. $438) through March 30.Why pay for software over and over again when you can make a one-time purchase and own it forever? For a limited time, you can grab Microsoft Office Professional 2021 + Windows 11 Pro for just $54.97 (reg. $438) through March 30 at 11:59 p.m.This two-piece offer eliminates the need for monthly subscriptions and recurring payments. It give
  • This backup smartphone is so tiny, people wont believe its real

    This backup smartphone is so tiny, people wont believe its real
    TL;DR: The NanoPhone is a fully functional, credit card-sized smartphone that's now just $99.97 (reg. $199.99) until March 16 at 11:59 p.m.Ever wished you could carry a backup phone without feeling like you're lugging around a brick? It would def come in handy for things like weddings or nights out at the bar when you don't want to stash it in your pocket. Well, friends, the NanoPhone is a credit card-sized smartphone that’s so compact, it’ll have people doing double takes when
  • The Rivals of Amziah King review: Matthew McConaughey leads a wildly entertaining musical Western

    The Rivals of Amziah King review: Matthew McConaughey leads a wildly entertaining musical Western
    Andrew Patterson's sophomore feature The Rivals of Amziah King is a comedic modern Western that swerves headfirst into lurid revenge drama — all while featuring soulful musical interludes, centering on a story about stolen bees. It runs the emotional and tonal gamut akin to a South Indian blockbuster, with the requisite stylizations that make it feel enormous in scope. It's country maximalism, with a highly controlled visual approach that feels liberated, to the point of overcoming even th
  • The best laptops for 2025, tested by our experts

    The best laptops for 2025, tested by our experts
    Choosing the best laptop is a largely subjective decision that comes down to your primary use cases, your preferred operating system, and your budget. In other words, there's no such thing as a universally best laptop. This is an annoying fact of life for both laptop shoppers and those of us doling out "best laptop" recommendations, since we can't make custom judgment calls for everyone in need of a new machine. (I would love to, but I've got a thing after this.) However, I can confidently point
  • The Accountant 2 review: Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal kick ass in buddy comedy

    The Accountant 2 review: Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal kick ass in buddy comedy
    Matt Damon better watch his back, because Jon Bernthal has such electric bro-y chemistry with Ben Affleck in The Accountant 2 that the Matt-and-Ben days may be firmly behind us.Astonishingly, this sequel to Gavin O'Connor's hit 2016 action film is rip-roaringly funny, thanks to this unexpected comedy duo. Sure, Affleck and Bernthal are both reprising their respective roles as autistic accountant Christian Wolff and his mercenary brother Braxton. But the first film kept them apart for much of its
  • Subscriptions are for streaming services, not your spreadsheets

    Subscriptions are for streaming services, not your spreadsheets
    TL;DR: Own Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac forever with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more—all for a one-time payment of just $79.97 (reg. $219.99) through March 30.If you’re tired of pricey subscriptions and just want the classic Microsoft Office apps on your Mac without the extra fluff, this offer is for you. For a limited time, you can grab a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for just $79.97 (reg. $219.99) through March 30 at 11:59 p.m.This one-ti
  • NASA dropped a new report. Its a wake-up call.

    NASA dropped a new report. Its a wake-up call.
    Consequences, they say, collect in low places. A new NASA analysis, using data collected from different specialized satellites, reports that sea levels rose more than expected in 2024. But as any earth scientist will emphasize, the data in any particular year isn't nearly as important as the long-term trend. And the agency's analysis shows that global sea levels have gone up over 10 centimeters, or about four inches, since 1993 when satellites started measuring ocean height, and this rate is inc
  • Drop review: Date night thriller delivers satisfying twists and meaningful red flags

    Drop review: Date night thriller delivers satisfying twists and meaningful red flags
    Dating is a fertile ground for pulse-racing horror. The thrill of falling for someone new and hot can turn scary if they become obsessive, as seen in Fear or The Boy Next Door. Messy romantic attachments can turn us into ravenous monsters, like in Jennifer's Body, Bones and All, or Only Lovers Left Alive. The very threat of trusting someone new with your heart — and your life — can trigger true terror, like in Fresh, Ready or Not, and the recently released slasher Heart Eye
  • Ditch VPN subscription fees with this router, now $150 for life

    Ditch VPN subscription fees with this router, now $150 for life
    TL;DR: Surf the web safely and without restrictions with the Deeper Connect Air Portable VPN Travel Router, now only $149.97 (reg. $219) through March 30. Whether you want to watch an exotic version of "Love Island" or are a stickler for online security and looking to beef up your privacy, portable VPN routers are great for many reasons.The Deeper Connect Air plugs right into your laptop and offers all the perks of a VPN without the hefty subscription fees. And right now, it's just $149.97
  • Confidently flirt in French on your next trip

    Confidently flirt in French on your next trip
    TL;DR: Learn Spanish, French, German, and more with Babbel — lifetime access is just $129.99 with code LEARN40—exclusively through StackSocial until March 23 at 11:59 p.m.Close your eyes and imagine this lovely scenario: you’re strolling through the streets of Paris, café au lait in hand, when you lock eyes with a charmingly mysterious local. You muster up the courage to say something — only to realize your French is limited to bonjour and whatever you remember fro
  • Andor creator on Lucasfilm censoring f-bomb: They were right.

    Andor creator on Lucasfilm censoring f-bomb: They were right.
    Andor, which returns to Disney+ for its second and final season in April, has a reputation for being the most mature Star Wars TV show yet — not just in its concept, but in its language. You can see that clearly in a new official Andor season 1 recap video, which contains multiple references to the "bastards" of the Empire. You can see it in the first known use of "shit" in the galaxy far, far away. But you almost saw more extreme language in the season finale speech from Maarva (Fiona Sha
  • An AI Coding Assistant Refused to Write Code—and Suggested the User Learn to Do It Himself

    An AI Coding Assistant Refused to Write Code—and Suggested the User Learn to Do It Himself
    The old “teach a man to fish” proverb, but for AI chatbots.
  • NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 15

    NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for March 15
    Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for
  • The best VPN deals in March 2025

    The best VPN deals in March 2025
    The online world can be a dangerous place, with hackers, viruses, and surveillance software lurking in every corner of the web. We're not trying to scare you, but have you ever considered just how much of your personal data is exposed to this sort of thing whilst you're browsing? If not, you probably should. You might be surprised by the results.Your data is seriously valuable stuff these days, and everyone is looking to get their hands on it. Once you come to understand that the internet is ins
  • How to watch Wales vs. England online for free

    How to watch Wales vs. England online for free
    TL;DR: Live stream Wales vs. England in the 2025 Six Nations for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.England responded to losing their opening 2025 Six Nations game against Ireland by winning the next three against France, Scotland, and Italy. Can they finish on a high against Wales and give themselves a chance of winning the tournament? You can find out without spending anything.If you want to watch Wales vs. England in the 2025 Six Natio
  • How to watch Italy vs. Ireland online for free

    TL;DR: Live stream Italy vs. Ireland in the 2025 Six Nations for free on ITVX. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.Ireland may have blown their chance at winning the 2025 Six Nations, but they'll want to finish this year's competition on a high. Of course, Italy will do everything they can to upset the odds in Rome.If you want to watch Italy vs. Ireland in the 2025 Six Nations for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.When is It
  • How to watch France vs. Scotland online for free

    How to watch France vs. Scotland online for free
    TL;DR: Live stream France vs. Scotland in the 2025 Six Nations for free on ITVX. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.France delivered the performance of the 2025 Six Nations against Ireland to secure 42-27 victory away from home, and now Les Bleus hold all the cards. They can win the Six Nations with a victory over Scotland in the final round of the competition.If you want to watch France vs. Scotland in the 2025 Six Nations for free from anywhere in the world