On People Moving, And How To Build Democracy With AI

Future of Democracy

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What does AI have to do with people? We’re seeing the impact of this technology on our lives in so many ways. Some of them are scary, but some of them, harnessed correctly, might help us with some very human problems that pre-date the emergence of the LLM.

New housing law targets affordability — what it means for homebuyers and sellers

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Bipartisan legislation intended to increase the U.S. housing supply and improve affordability is now law — but experts say homebuyers and sellers shouldn't expect fast relief.

Katy Perry Beats Justin Bieber’s Radio Record With Her New Hit

Katy Perry's "Watch It Burn" helps her break her tie with Justin Bieber and Kelly Clarkson as she claims the fifth-most Adult Pop Airplay chart hits in history. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 11: Katy Perry performs onstage during Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour - New York at Madison Square Garden on August 11, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for KP)

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The Biggest AI Risk Isn’t Hallucinations. It’s Skill Decay.

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An ambient AI scribe, a program that listens to a patient-clinician conversation and generates a clinical note, documented that a medicine had been prescribed to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. However, neither the medicine nor the diagnosis were discussed - this was a complete hallucination.

Inside the marriage of Sen. Mitch McConnell and his wife, former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao

Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized for nearly four weeks, with few details available about his health, prompting growing questions about his condition and what members of his inner circle, including his wife, Elaine Chao, have been told.

Victor Wembanyama's New Contract Could Break The NBA's Balance Of Power

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - MAY 24: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs is congratulated by Dylan Harper #2 and Stephon Castle #5 after scoring a basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second quarter in Game Four of the NBA Western Conference Finals at Frost Bank Center on May 24, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)

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Cubs Lose 9-Year MLB Veteran To Hated Rival After Just 2 Games

Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer answers questions during a news conference at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, in Chicago. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

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What Students Need To Know About AI Degrees Before Picking A Major

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1. Do You Need An AI Degree To Work In Artificial Intelligence?
2. The Best Degrees For AI Careers
3. The Fastest Growing AI Careers
4. How To Build A Future-Proof AI Career
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

University student writes on paper while using laptop and studying in the classroom. Several universities, such as MIT and Stanford University, are beginning to offer AI degrees.

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The real danger of AI isn't that it's wrong — it's that it could make us stop thinking for ourselves, a professor says

The real danger of AI isn't that it's wrong — it's that it could make us stop thinking for ourselves, a professor says

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