President Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling on the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to draft regulations imposing price restrictions tied to lower amounts paid in other developed nations. This move revives a long-stalled idea that had been part of the Biden administration’s plan to cap drug prices. Key Points of […]
A chatbot developed by xAI, a multi-billion-dollar artificial intelligence startup founded by Elon Musk, has been found to be suffering from a glitch. The chatbot, named Grok, repeatedly brought up the topic of white genocide in South Africa in response to user queries about unrelated topics on X. The Glitch Grok’s responses were uncovered by
Black Girls Code, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing diversity in technology, is broadening its mission to encompass artificial intelligence (AI). The organization acknowledges that AI can amplify existing biases and inequalities if not developed with care. New Position: AI Expert-in-Residence To tackle these challenges, Black Girls Code has established a new role called AI
The Club for Growth, a conservative advocacy group, is launching new ads targeting two Republican lawmakers: Reps. Scott Perry (R-Pa.) and Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.). The ads are part of the group’s efforts to push President Donald Trump’s "one big, beautiful bill," although the exact nature of the legislation remains unclear. Key Points The Club for
TikTok has launched a new feature called AI Alive, which enables users to transform static photos into short-form videos with movement and creative effects. This feature utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to animate photos and create captivating stories for the user’s community. How to Access AI Alive To access AI Alive, users must: Navigate to the
Restaurant sales are projected to reach a record high of $1.1 trillion in 2024, surpassing the $1 trillion mark for the first time, according to a research report from the National Restaurant Association. The association’s annual forecast predicts that restaurant sales will continue to grow in 2025, reaching $1.5 trillion by then. Key Insights from
Heatwaves pose a growing threat to pregnant women and newborn babies in the UK, with scientists warning that these groups are experiencing twice as many dangerously hot days between 2020 and 2024. According to research by Climate Central, an average of 26 days a year saw temperatures soar to levels that posed a health risk
HMP Five Wells, a British prison that opened in 2022, has become a significant facility for sex offenders. Initially designed to house only those convicted of sexual crimes, it now has an integrated population with a high number of prisoners convicted of sexual offenses. Key Statistics According to Ministry of Justice data obtained under the
Families of victims from December’s devastating plane crash in South Korea have filed a complaint against 15 individuals they believe are responsible for the disaster that resulted in the deaths of all but two of the 181 people on board. The complaint was submitted to the Jeonnam Provincial Police agency in southern South Korea on
Sweden’s entry, KAJ, has secured a spot in the grand final of Eurovision with their song "Sweat." The performance received a mixed reaction from international media, with some comparisons made to acts from Poland and Spain. Despite this, public enthusiasm for Sweden’s participation remains strong. Public Enthusiasm According to Helsingin Sanomat, fans are eager to