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What’s Behind Technology’s Disembodied Female Voices?
If you listen to the many artificial, automated voices that have become prevalent online, the answer doesn’t really matter, as long as she’s helping you.
Bryan Johnson wants to start a new religion in which “the body is God”
Bryan Johnson is on a mission to not die. The 47-year-old multimillionaire has already applied his slogan “Don’t Die” to events, merchandise, and a Netflix documentary. Now he’s founding a Don’t Die r...
Voters Approve Incorporation of SpaceX Hub as Starbase, Texas
A South Texas community, mostly made up of SpaceX employees, voted 212 to 6 in favor of establishing a new city called Starbase.
How Misinformation and Partisan ‘New Media’ Changed a California Town
Residents of Oakdale, Calif., have abandoned traditional media outlets for a mishmash of online sources. These days, they’re often not sure what information to trust.
Meta and Blumhouse Create Chatbot That Encourages Phone Use During Movies
Blumhouse, the horror movie studio, has teamed up with Meta on a chatbot that encourages people to use their phones while watching a movie.
Sam Altman’s Start-Up Launches Eye-Scanning Crypto Orbs in the U.S.
World, a start-up backed by Sam Altman, has launched in the United States with the goal of verifying your humanity.
Exxon and Chevron Report Lower Profits While Girding for Tariffs
President Trump’s trade policies have helped to push down oil prices while raising the costs of materials for oil and gas companies.
How a U.S. Tax Loophole Supercharged China’s Exports
E-commerce trade in small parcels brought Chinese factories to American shoppers. Tariffs are severing the connection.
US Hiring Stayed Strong Amid Early Days of Tariff Policy, Jobs Report Shows
The picture of a steady job market, even if backward looking, reassured investors worried about a trade-induced economic slowdown.
Trump Proposes $163 Billion in Cuts Across Government in New Budget
Many of the suggested cuts, which would require congressional approval, target federal programs that benefit the poor.
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