Josh Adler and Howie Liu Teach Machines to Think Less in Code and More Like Us
For them, the question isn’t how “smart” can AI get? It’s how much like us can it become?
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"Swim in the Lady Pond" Is How Some People Describe a Pretty Specific Act
Fans of 'The Real Housewives' franchise might have heard the phrase on TV.
Why Did Delta Cancel Daily Flights? The Real Reason Behind the Change
Delta Air Lines has confirmed it will soon cancel its daily flights between AUS and MAF.
Group 7 on TikTok Actually Started as an Experiment to Beat the Algorithm
"If you are not Group 7, keep scrolling."
Some Sora Videos Are Scarily Realistic, but Are All of Them AI-Generated?
"AI is terrifying."
The iPhone 17 Pro Max Orange Model Is Mysteriously Turning Pink
Frustrated Apple users took to social media to reveal their iPhone 17 Pro Max was mysteriously turning from orange to pink.
A Smarter Treat for Parents This Halloween: How a Smart Watch for Kids Keeps Safety Front and Center
No apps, no browsers, and no games. Just the tools that matter to parents.
How Celine Klarer’s LUNA Abundance Method Empowers Women to Build Wealth
Her success didn't come from luck or guesswork. Instead, it came from study and emotional discipline.
Bitcoin Price OKX: What Real-Time Trading Reveals About Market Sentiment
Tracking Bitcoin on various platforms reveals how OKX stands out.
The Many Faces of Alcohol Addiction: Why One Size Never Fits All
This form of addiction can be especially insidious because it hides in plain sight.
Epic Group Costume Ideas to Make Your Office Halloween Unforgettable
Some of these ideas really let you run wild with your creativity!
Durana Elmi Spotted in Real Life at Target—Buying Her Own Cymbiotika on Launch Day
This shopping moment is just the beginning. Over the coming months, expect in-store activations, interactive displays, and brand ambassadors on the ground.
"Address Unavailable" vs "No Location Found" on Find My App Explained
If you see “No Location Found,” you should be worried.
Megan Guthrie Steps Behind the Camera with ‘Senior Prank’
“I wanted to be part of something that showed the messy, funny side of growing up while also being completely unexpected."
YouTube Rolled out New UI — Users Wonder: Why Did They Change What Wasn’t Broken
YouTube didn’t fix a problem. It created one. Now, users are scrambling to relearn what wasn’t broken to begin with.
Bold Fits, Bigger Dreams: Mattia Leo’s Fearless Take on Music and Style
Leo’s fashion sense is an extension of his music.
Beyond the Whistle: How a Canadian Referee Earned His Spot on the Pro Stage
“Officiating mirrors life in many ways. It teaches you patience, discipline, and accountability.”
America's Original Lawmen: The U.S. Marshals Museum Is a Gritty, Tech-Driven Trip
"We opened our doors on July 1, 2023, to tell 235 years of Marshals history with clarity, courage, and heart."
Let's Discover Whether or Not Christopher Columbus Slept With a Manatee — Not a Joke
"I saw three sirens that came up very high out of the sea," Columbus wrote.
It's Not Just You! Halloween Candy Is Scary This Year — Scary Expensive — And Here's Why
Halloween candy is adding to the scary atmosphere this year by pricing people out — here's why it's so expensive.
PJ Schulte on Paragon West, Acting, and Giving Back to the Foster System
“I know what it feels like to be given an opportunity. Now it’s my turn to create them for others.”
The Surprising Reason JFK’s Presidency Is Linked to King Arthur's "Camelot”
“There’ll never be another Camelot again.”
Creators in Fashion Turn the Online Space Into a Global Runway for 2025
“Creators in Fashion isn’t just an event, it’s a signal."
From Toronto to the World Stage: The Journey of a Dance Innovator
“My goal is to give back to the community that shaped me."
How Can You Get Your Hands on Arby’s Steak Nuggets? Find out All About the New Menu Item
Are they already available at an Arby’s near you, or will you have to wait a little bit longer?
Luka Buzaladze: A Career Built Outside the Usual Path
Building in real time turned into its own education. Every mistake made him sharper. Every update kept the platform alive.
Over 4,000 Wells Fargo Banks Will Close on October 13 — Here's the Reason
Here’s everything you need to know about the Oct. 13 closure and other upcoming closures.
What Happened to Stocktwits? Inside the Outage That Left Traders in the Dark
"Our team is investigating the issue."
You Can Hear Serial Killer Ed Gein's Voice for the First Time in a Docuseries
The voice recording gives us new insight into the famous serial killer.
Dutch Comedian Who Created Tilly Norwood Defends AI Actress as "New Paintbrush"
"I also believe AI characters should be judged as part of their own genre, on their own merits."
The Pope Blessed a Block of Ice While Speaking About Climate Change, but Why?
The decision has caused some ire in the world of conservatives.
Flying During a Government Shutdown? Here’s What to Expect at the Airport
Will flights be delayed? Here's a breakdown of the impact.
Why Did Spotify CEO Daniel Ek Step Down? Inside the Decision to Walk Away
Daniel Ek co-founded Spotify back in 2006 and spearheaded the streaming service to become one of the leaders in the space.
What Happened to Fingerhut Is a Mess of Unanswered Questions and Angry Customers
A screenshot of an email making rounds on social media suggests Fingerhut has officially gone out of business.
The 'Twilight' Crocs Have an Official Release Date
The shoe features both Edward and Jacob.
Dire Wolves Return: Romulus and Remus Mark First Birthday as Science Rewrites Extinction
The Dire Wolf's return was made possible by piecing together its ancient DNA from fossils tens of thousands of years old.
Did a Pregnant Woman Really Overdose on Tylenol to "Prove It's Safe?"
"The fact that nurses spread BS makes my blood boil."
Here’s What the Whole 40 Percent of Cops Thing Means — and It’s Not Good
There are more than 750,000 sworn officers in the U.S.
Exploring the Value of Offshore Staffing Solutions To Reach Top 1% Of Global Talent
Maximizing value often comes from finding the right person for a given job at the lowest feasible rate.
Why Some People Think Israel Actually Bought TikTok
Wasn't it supposed to be a deal between the U.S. and the China-based company?
A McDonald's Monopoly Scam May Be to Blame for Canceling the Game for Almost 10 Years
McDonald’s announced plans for a new Monopoly game in 2025.
Why Putting Your Whole Family in Matching Christmas Pajamas Is Actually Brilliant
When everyone's rocking family Christmas pajamas, you’ve basically hacked the algorithm.
Social Media Users Panic After Learning Mercedes Is Discontinuing the G-Wagon — But Is It Actually G-one?
The luxury Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is associated with the rich and powerful.
Cynthia Jade Asks Stranger To Bicep Curl Her
Without hesitation, the man accepted the challenge, and Cynthia jumped into position.
Some iPhone 17 Users Complain Phones Scratch Too Easily — Is It a Widespread Issue?
"Apple, this isn’t what I expected from a premium product!"
Is Donald Trump Right? Do the Amish Really Have No Autism?
"They have no autism.Does that tell you something?"
How Owning an Influencer Management Company Is Becoming the Business Model of the Future
Influencer management might sound like an industry built around glossy aesthetics and fast-moving campaigns, but at its heart, it’s about people.
Startups to Scaling Giants: How Fractional Controllers Are Closing the Financial Confidence Gap
Fractional controllers bring the kind of precision and foresight that can make the difference between growing sustainably and tripping over avoidable missteps.
People Are Predicting Rapture Day Is Coming — Here’s What It Means
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025, happens to be the start of the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah.
Breaking Through the Noise: How Lucas Pusch Helps Brands Scale with Impact
As a brand director, Pusch understands that the strongest brands are not built on flashy ads, but on meaningful narratives that resonate with people.