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What would happen if Yellowstone's 'supervolcano' erupted today?

Popular Science

What would happen if Yellowstone's'supervolcano' erupted today? Say goodbye to Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. This photo of a volcano in Iceland doesn't even begin to encapsulate the devastation that would happen if the Yellowstone volcano erupted. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week.


America's power grid, food supply and more are under threat from drones

FOX News

Drone incursions over U.S. military bases reveal critical vulnerabilities in civilian infrastructure, from airports to energy grids, that experts say remain dangerously exposed.


Toyota's CUE7 robot shoots hoops using AI

FOX News

Toyota's CUE7 robot sank a free throw at Toyota Arena Tokyo using AI-powered reinforcement learning instead of pre-programmed instructions, marking a shift in how robots are trained.


In the AI era, Apple's strengths may become its constraints

The Japan Times

In the AI era, Apple's strengths may become its constraints Apple has expressed some willingness to use AI technology developed by rivals when needed. San Francisco - Apple built its empire on control. For decades, the company's tightly managed ecosystem, spanning custom chips, proprietary operating systems and curated apps, delivered devices that were secure and easy to use. That approach helped turn the iPhone into the most successful consumer product in history, generating nearly $210 billion in revenue last year. It also made Apple the world's top-valued company for much of the past decade, a position only overtaken by artificial intelligence chipmaker Nvidia in 2024.


2026 Mother's Day gift guide: An updating list of great presents to give your mom

Popular Science

Gear 2026 Mother's Day gift guide: An updating list of great presents to give your mom No matter what your mom is into, we have perfect gift suggestions from budget-friendly options to full-on splurges. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Treat your mom to the treats she deserves. We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Type "gifts for mom" into a search bar and the algorithm pulls you toward the same black hole of spa baskets, quippy wine glasses, and bouquets that spew petals all over the floor.


Booking.com data breach exposes traveler data to scams

FOX News

Booking.com confirmed hackers may have accessed customer names, emails, phone numbers and booking details, though financial data was not compromised in the breach.


Sheriff leading Nancy Guthrie probe admits quitting past police job to dodge discipline

FOX News

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos' attorney acknowledges he resigned from El Paso Police Department in 1982 to avoid suspension, defending his sworn deposition testimony.


No, white teeth don't mean healthy teeth

Popular Science

From veneers to abrasive toothpastes, a perfect smile can hide cavities and cause other problems. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Your teeth probably don't look like a movie star's, and that might be a good thing. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. However, in recent years, critics have pointed out that one thing can immediately dispel historical accuracy: actors' blindingly white, perfect teeth.


The Download: introducing the 10 Things That Matter in AI Right Now

MIT Technology Review

Plus: An unauthorized group has reportedly accessed Anthropic's Mythos. What actually matters in AI right now? It's getting harder to tell amid the constant launches, hype, and warnings. To cut through the noise, reporters and editors have distilled years of analysis into a new essential guide: the 10 Things That Matter in AI Right Now . The list builds on our annual 10 Breakthrough Technologies, but takes a wider view of the ideas, topics, and research shaping AI, spotlighting the trends and breakthroughs shaping the world. We'll be unpacking one item from the list each day here in The Download, explaining what it means and why it matters.


The Pope's Warnings About AI Were AI-Generated, a Detection Tool Claims

WIRED

The Pope's Warnings About AI Were AI-Generated, a Detection Tool Claims Pangram Labs' updated Chrome extension puts warning labels on AI slop as you scroll your social feeds. On Monday, a brand-new Reddit account popped up on the widely read forum r/AmItheAsshole, where users have their personal disputes arbitrated by strangers. This particular user asked if they had crossed a line by "refusing to babysit my stepmother's kids because I have my own job and responsibilities." The post itself was succinct, straightforward, and grammatically clean, explaining a situation in which the person's stepmother and father often expected them to provide childcare on little notice, eventually leading to an argument. "Now there's tension at home, and I'm starting to wonder if I handled it the wrong way," the redditor concluded.