‘My First Seance’ isn’t a real toy. Image is AI-generated

‘My First Seance’ isn’t a real toy. Image is AI-generated

How do Ouija Boards work? Here’s a scientific explanation … Learn how Ouija Boards work from a psychological perspective. Footage from the “Wonderful World of Ouija” exhibit showcased at Cornerstone Oct. 9. Jordan Kartholl, Muncie Star Press The claim: Image shows ‘My First Seance’ toy Ouija board An April 26 Facebook post (direct link, archive …

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FCC net neutrality vote affects your internet speed: We explain

FCC net neutrality vote affects your internet speed: We explain

Betty Lin-Fisher and Amritpal Kaur Sandhu-Longoria  |  USA TODAY What is net neutrality? Net neutrality is the idea that Internet providers must treat all data they transmit equally. Encyclopaedia Britannica The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday voted to reinstate rules repealed in 2017 that would prevent internet service providers from disrupting your internet speed. The …

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More workers out after pro-Palestinian protests

More workers out after pro-Palestinian protests

Some Google employees were fired after protesting the company’s contract with Israel. After the protests, CEO Sundar Pichai said workers should not ‘attempt to use the company as a personal platform.’ Google fires staff who protested contract with Israeli government Google fires dozens after protests over $1.2 billion Project Nimbus contract with Amazon, which provides …

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Can you turn off Meta AI on Facebook, Instagram? What is it?

Can you turn off Meta AI on Facebook, Instagram? What is it?

Meta AI debuts across platforms raising privacy, bias concerns Meta launches AI chatbot across Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp and Ray-Ban smart glasses, sparking concerns about privacy and bias. Straight Arrow News Meta unveiled its artificial intelligence tool, Meta AI, last week in more than a dozen countries across its various platforms, including Facebook, Instagram and …

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Here’s how to detox from your device

Here’s how to detox from your device

Exposure to the blue light emitted by smartphones could be ‘toxic’ Constant exposure to the blue light emitted by smartphones could have a “toxic” impact on the body, research has revealed. Bang Showbiz – Bang Bizarre Ping! *Checks phone* The common practice can be deemed as an addiction that has captured many Americans. With a …

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Best Buy will use AI to help customers, cuts costs with layoffs

Best Buy will use AI to help customers, cuts costs with layoffs

Best Buy has made significant cuts to its workforce, including the Geek Squad. On the heels of the cuts, the Minnesota-based company announced that artificial intelligence will help customers Addressing “lower business demand,” Best Buy has made a significant cut to its workforce and laid off a number of employees, including Geek Squad field agents, …

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FCC broadband ‘nutrition labels’ for internet providers now in effect

FCC broadband ‘nutrition labels’ for internet providers now in effect

Broadband Facts similar to Nutritional Facts will give internet users a digestible amount of information when understanding their bill. Nutritional facts are not only for your favorite snacks and treats, but it will also be a new added ingredient to your internet service provider. To break down your internet consumption, the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) …

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