Colombia Tries to Control Invasive Hippo
Colombia will try to control its population of more than 100 hippopotamuses, large animals from Africa.
Possible New Cure for Sickle Cell Disease
A group of health experts recently announced that a new gene editing treatment for sickle cell disease was safe for patients.
New Beatles Song Created with a Little Help from AI
A “new” song from the Beatles, with help from artificial intelligence, comes out next week.
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Report: Electrical Grid Problems Risk World Climate Goals
The International Energy Agency (IEA) says many world electrical grids will need major improvements to support international climate change goals.
Biden Signs Order Requiring Artificial Intelligence Safeguards
U.S. President Joe Biden has issued an executive order related to artificial intelligence. Biden signed the order on Monday.
Autoworkers’ Union Reaches Deal with GM to End Strike
The United Auto Workers (UAW) reached a tentative agreement with General Motors (GM) on Monday. The agreement once approved by UAW members will end the six-week work stoppage affecting the three biggest U.S. carmakers.
Vietnam Plans to Re-start Rare Earth Mining
Vietnam plans to restart its biggest rare earths mine next year. The project could greatly increase the supply of the elements to compete with China.
New Controller Aims to Make Gaming Easier for People with Disabilities
As part of the gaming industry’s efforts to fix the problem, Sony has worked with Lane and others to develop the new Access controller for PlayStation.
Pepper X Sets Guinness Record for Hottest Pepper
The Guinness Book of World Records named Currie’s latest creation the world’s “hottest chili pepper” this month.
New York Mayor Makes Robocalls in Different Languages Using AI
New York Mayor Eric Adams has been using artificial intelligence (AI) to make robot phone calls in several languages.
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