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Meet the new species of giant stick insect that weighs about the same as a golf ball

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Discover the newly found giant stick insect that has the weight of a golf ball

Sophie Caldwell

Researchers have identified a previously unknown species of stick insect that stands out for its surprising weight among its typically lightweight relatives. This remarkable creature, discovered during an expedition in…

Google commits B to train US college students in artificial intelligence over three years

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Google’s $1B investment aims to train US college students in artificial intelligence in three years

Sophie Caldwell

The tech giant Google has revealed a significant $1 billion plan to broaden artificial intelligence training initiatives at colleges and universities throughout the U.S. This pledge over three years stands…

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Everyone hates wasps. But this scientist wants us to love them

Sophie Caldwell

While most people instinctively swat at or flee from wasps, a growing number of scientists are advocating for a more nuanced understanding of these often-feared insects. Dr. Sarah Lawson, an…

Plastics 'crisis' is costing .5 trillion in global deaths and injuries, report says

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Plastics ‘crisis’ is costing $1.5 trillion in global deaths and injuries, report says

Sophie Caldwell

A recent comprehensive report has highlighted the staggering human and economic toll caused by plastic pollution worldwide, estimating that its impact amounts to approximately $1.5 trillion in deaths and injuries…

Is an AI backlash brewing? What 'clanker' says about growing frustrations with emerging tech

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Is an AI backlash brewing? How ‘clanker’ highlights tech discontent

Sophie Caldwell

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has sparked widespread debate about their impact on society, the economy, and everyday life. Among the growing discourse is a noticeable wave…

Scientists say they've found out what killed over 5 billion sea stars

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What led to the mass die-off of over 5 billion sea stars, scientists say

Sophie Caldwell

Marine scientists have recently identified the causes behind a drastic reduction that led to the loss of over five billion sea stars along multiple shores. This unparalleled incident, which has…