The United Nations is warning about “potentially harmful” advances in neurotechnology. Some tech could allow AI to compromise a person’s mental privacy, UNESCO officials said. The UN proposes to establish ethics and regulations of the neurotech industry. LoadingSomething is loading.…
The National Domestic Violence Hotline has reported a 100% increase in reproductive coercion reports. Reproductive coercion includes abusive behavior like hiding birth control or sabotaging contraception. The hotline has also reported its highest volume of daily calls since its founding…
GOP Sen. Tim Scott said the 2020 election wasn’t “stolen,” but feels that “there was cheating.” Scott made the comments while stumping in Iowa as he seeks the GOP presidential nomination. Some Republicans have urged the party to move on…
The dome homes can cost just $350,000. The average US house in 2023 is valued at $330,000. The domes are designed to resist extreme weather events, which displaced 3.3 million Americans last year. They are constructed from fire-proof materials and…
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie told CNN Trump is lying to supporters about his indictment. Christie, who is running for president, had a falling out with Trump after the 2020 election. On Sunday, he accused his former ally of…
Middle Eastern countries have for decades been major buyers of advanced fighter jets. Four potential deals involving Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Egypt show that the trend will continue. The deals would be significant for each country, some of which would…
A US veteran named James Vasquez went to fight in Ukraine and gained a large social-media following. But it turned out Vasquez was lying about his military background and his experiences in Ukraine. Four sources told Insider how Vasquez was…
Jason Levin dropped out of college and turned his content creator side-hustle into a full-time job. He now makes between $2,000 and $5,000 a month by making memes and copywriting for startups and VCs. He writes his own newsletter and…
The DC Circuit Court last week upheld a controversial anti-sex-trafficking law called FOSTA. Consensual sex workers and advocates say the law, an addition to Section 230, makes them less safe. Without the ability to advertise and screen clients online, some…
Travelers’ displeasure with cramped airplane seating has been rising as planes pack in more seats. Sponsored by Sens. Baldwin and Duckworth, the EVAC Act aims to make airplanes more accessible and safe. The bill urges the FAA to consider factors…
