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When it comes to machine-produced ‘literature,’ does it really matter whether the outputs can pass for original art? J Studios/Digital Vision via Getty Images

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Thousands of AI‑written, edited or ‘polished’ books are being sold – an eerie echo of Orwell’s ‘novel‑writing machines’

Staff Writer - April 15, 2026

A student uses the unlocking mechanism as he leaves school for the day. Keith Srakocic/AP Photo

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We collected data on how 779 Michigan school districts are regulating student cellphones − here are the trends

Ghostwriting sits at the nexus of collaboration and deception. EThamPhoto/The Image Bank via Getty Images

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If using ChatGPT is cheating, what about ghostwriting? The old debate behind a new panic

Charitable crowdfunding is on the rise, but the IRS hasn’t caught up yet. wassam siddique/iStock via Getty Images Plus

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Crowdfunded generosity isn’t taxable – but IRS regulations haven’t kept up with the growth of mutual aid

AI poses new safety risks to humanity. sarayut Thaneera/Moment via Getty Images

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OpenAI has deleted the word ‘safely’ from its mission – and its new structure is a test for whether AI serves society or shareholders

Generative AI is enabling people to swamp all manner of institutions with documents, forms and messages. sekulicn/E+ via Getty Images

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AI-generated text is overwhelming institutions – setting off a no-win ‘arms...

Staff Writer - February 5, 2026

AI is making it hard for the music industry to embrace innovation while keeping it real. elenabs/iStock via Getty Images

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Grammys’ AI rules aim to keep music human, but large gray...

Staff Writer - February 1, 2026

Many workers feel helpless – and anticipate widespread economic displacement – as companies scramble to incorporate AI into their business models. imagedepotpro/iStock via Getty Images

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Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone

Staff Writer - January 24, 2026

When generative AI was left to its own devices, its outputs landed on a set of generic images – what researchers called ‘visual elevator music.’ Wang Zhao/AFP via Getty Images

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AI-induced cultural stagnation is no longer speculation − it’s already happening

Staff Writer - January 22, 2026

Using multiple digital devices at once can be highly distracting and overstimulating. Riska/E+ via Getty Images

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Why ‘unwinding’ with screens may be making us more stressed –...

Staff Writer - January 21, 2026

Tiny insulating layers inside electronics help store charge so computers can run smoothly. bee32/iStock via Getty Images

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An ultrathin coating for electronics looked like a miracle insulator −...

Staff Writer - January 19, 2026

AI image and video generators now produce fully lifelike content. AI-generated image by Siwei Lyu using Google Gemini 3

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Deepfakes leveled up in 2025 – here’s what’s coming next

Staff Writer - January 1, 2026

Large language models have become extremely good at mimicking human writing. Robert Wicher/iStock via Getty Images

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Why it’s so hard to tell if a piece of text...

Staff Writer - December 25, 2025

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EXPLORING NATURE

Boat strikes can harm or kill whales and are one concern about the oil industry’s environmental impact. Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images

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Trump’s ‘God Squad’ pits energy vs. endangered species, but it’s a...

Staff Writer - March 28, 2026

Dan Salas, University of Illinois Chicago There’s a well-worn debate in U.S. politics that goes something like this: Would...

The Artemis II crew poses during a ground systems test ahead of launch. NASA/Frank Michaux

From ‘Project Hail Mary’ to Artemis II, spaceflight captures audiences when...

March 27, 2026

The snow drought was evident in Park City, Utah, on Feb. 9, 2026. This golf course is normally used for cross-country skiing in winter. Mario Tama/Getty Images

2026’s historic snow drought brings worries about water, wildfires and the...

March 26, 2026

Gloves used in the laboratory that led to microplastic overestimation. Madeline Clough

Scientists may be overestimating the amount of microplastics in the environment...

March 26, 2026

Across cultures, languages and economic systems, feeling connected to the natural world is consistently linked to living a more hopeful, purposeful and resilient life. nymphoenix/iStock via Getty Images Plus

A connection to nature fuels well‑being worldwide, according to a study...

March 25, 2026