‘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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Major investments needed to connect rural Oklahoma to internet access

Major investments needed to connect rural Oklahoma to internet access

Mike Sanders  |  Guest columnist From downtown Oklahoma City and Tulsa to the far edges of the Panhandle and Ouachita Mountains, high-speed internet is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. For decades, the conversation about expanding internet access has taken place without a plan of action. Until now. The Oklahoma Broadband Governing Board recently …

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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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Older Kansans need access to affordable, reliable, high-speed internet

Older Kansans need access to affordable, reliable, high-speed internet

Glenda DuBoise  |  Special to The Capital-Journal Kansas has a historic opportunity to expand access to affordable, reliable and high-speed internet to everyone in the state, no matter where they live or their circumstances. Access, however, depends on more than wires, poles and other pieces of infrastructure. It also depends on making sure that internet …

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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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Will the Humane AI Pin kill the smartphone?

Will the Humane AI Pin kill the smartphone?

Jennifer Jolly  |  Special To USA TODAY AI is concerning scientists and tech leaders. Here’s why. Here’s why hundreds of scientists and technology leaders are concerned about the future of artificial intelligence. Just the FAQs, USA TODAY Can a futuristic AI wearable do everything your smartphone does without making you glance at its addictive screens …

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Branch County looks to provide high-speed fiber internet to whole county

Branch County looks to provide high-speed fiber internet to whole county

BRANCH COUNTY — County commissioners invited Frontier Northern communication executives back on April 18 to discuss holes in the countywide service internet plan.  In a March presentation, Frontier service maps showed significant areas of Sherwood, Butler, Gilead, and Noble townships not receiving Frontier fiber service under the $22.4 million state Realizing Opportunity with Broadband Infrastructure …

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