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What is Moltbook? A social network for AI threatens a 'total purge' of humanity — but some experts say it's a hoax
1+ hour, 32+ min ago (580+ words) A new social networking site exclusively for bots has sparked claims of AI inventing its own religion and plotting humanity's downfall. But experts say its real dangers lie elsewhere. A social network built exclusively for artificial intelligence (AI) bots has…...
Artemis II simulated launch window opens tonight as NASA delays mission due to 'rare Arctic outbreak"
5+ hour, 53+ min ago (606+ words) NASA's Artemis II simulated launch is scheduled for tonight after Arctic weather forced the mission to be delayed. The first crewed Artemis mega moon rocket could still leave Earth as early as this weekend. NASA is gearing up for a…...
New to running? Here's what to buy, as recommended by our running expert
7+ hour, 6+ min ago (1839+ words) The array of running gear and accessories can be overwhelming for a beginner runner. Here is our guide to what you need " and the things that really are just optional extras Running is a very simple sport " at least, so…...
'The problem isn't just Siri or Alexa': AI assistants tend to be feminine, entrenching harmful gender stereotypes
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (907+ words) Virtual assistants mostly adopt 'female' personas, but all that does is exacerbate the notion that women are subservient. In 2024, artificial intelligence (AI) voice assistants worldwide surpassed 8 billion, more than one per person on the planet. These assistants are helpful, polite…...
Lifespan may be 50% heritable, study suggests
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (563+ words) A new study suggests that lifespan might be 50% heritable " although for now, it's hard to know if the finding applies across diverse populations. Around 50% of a person's lifespan is determined by genetics, a new study suggests, more than doubling previous…...
Science news this week: 'Cloud People' tomb found in Mexico, pancreatic cancer breakthrough, and the AI swarms poised to take over social media
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (864+ words) Jan. 31, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend. This week's science news was all about the good, the bad and the ugly of…...
How long does it take the sun to rotate?
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (589+ words) The time it takes for the sun to completely rotate depends where on the sun you are measuring. Many objects in space rotate. Earth completes a spin in roughly 24 hours, while Venus takes a whopping 243 Earth days. The moon's rotational…...
We have been testing Garmin watches for years — these are the best options for runners
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (1843+ words) After extensive testing, we have discovered which is the best Garmin fitness tracker for runners and the model you will want depends on what sort of runner you are. Garmin makes many of the best fitness trackers. There are dedicated…...
We have tested the longest-lasting Garmin watch — it's a real workhorse
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (1874+ words) The Enduro 3 combines Garmin's high-end fitness features with ultra-long battery life, plus solar charging. Its stamina wasn't quite as good as the company claims during run tracking, but the watch still lasted almost a month. All you miss out on…...
Thousands of dams in the US are old, damaged and unable to cope with extreme weather. How bad is it?
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (1341+ words) Dams in the U.S. are showing signs of damage that are worsening with age and climate change. Could satellites help prioritize repairs amid budget and inspection constraints? Satellite images have revealed that dozens of dams across the U.S. " including the biggest one…...