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Artificial intelligence has become a huge part of everyday life. We hear people say that AI can “think,” “learn,” “read,” “write,” and even “create.” But according to a new study from Carnegie Mellon University, the words we use to describe AI might actually be changing the way we understand it. Historian Christopher Phillips and University of Pittsburgh researcher Alison Langmead recently published a paper examining how people have talked about computers and artificial intel

A quick look into the conflict between Palestine and Israel.

For years, gas prices have fluctuated because of inflation, supply chain issues, and decisions made by oil-producing countries. However, one of the biggest factors influencing fuel prices today is growing tension in the Middle East. As conflict between the United States and Iran continues to escalate, many economists warn that Americans could soon see record-high gas prices. Although there are several factors involved, continued instability in the region could have lasting ef

Going into the 2026 midterm elections, things honestly aren’t looking great for Donald Trump or for Republicans tied closely to him. One of the biggest reasons is his handling of the conflict with Iran. While foreign policy doesn’t always decide elections, this situation is different because it’s directly affecting the economy, public opinion, and how voters feel about leadership overall. When you closely examine the data and polls, it becomes pretty clear that Trump’s curren

“England and America are two nations divided by a common language.” — George Bernard Shaw. With the current state of the world, it is uncertain what fate holds for us. Numerous countries have recently entered wars in the last decade. Millions have been displaced, and governments are practically impotent in attempts to salvage the remains of their homeland. In the face of such overwhelming instability, the human mind often retreats to smaller, more manageable battlegrounds. We

In recent years, tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran have intensified, leading to military strikes, political threats, and growing fears of a larger regional conflict. These developments have sparked serious debate among governments, legal scholars, and people around the world about whether military actions taken by the United States and Israel against Iran are justified under international law. International law was created to limit warfare between countries

When people talk about China leading the world in technology, the conversation usually jumps straight to electric vehicles, solar panels, or the sudden boom in artificial intelligence. But recently, two other fields have been moving just as fast, and honestly, they don’t get nearly enough attention: autonomous vehicles and new pharmaceuticals. Both are advancing at a pace that feels almost unreal, and together they show how China’s innovation system works totally differently

While politicians promise universal child care as a way to support parents, research reveals that low-quality, from-infancy programs can negatively affect children’s development and well-being.

If you’ve ever driven through I-880 in Oakland, crawled through traffic toward the Bay Bridge, or taken the I-580 corridor through Hayward, you’ve probably noticed them: giant, bold billboards advertising personal injury lawyers. “Injured in an Accident?” “Call Now — No Fee Unless We Win.” “Get the $$$ You Deserve.” These towering signs line the freeways, peppering the skyline with legal promises, smiling attorneys, and phone numbers you can’t forget. But if you continue driv