A robotic dog made in China gets an Indian university kicked out of an AI summit
NEW DELHI (AP) — A private Indian university was booted from a top artificial intelligence summit in New Delhi on Wednesday after one of its staffers displayed a commercially available robotic dog made in China, claiming it was the university’s own innovation. According to two government officials, Galgotias University wasContinue Reading
Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg to testify in landmark social media addiction trial
Now 20 years old, one woman alleges her early use of social media led to addiction and worsened her depression and suicidal thoughts., Now 20 years old, one woman alleges her early use of social media led to addiction and worsened her depression and suicidal thoughts., from Newsnation Read MoreContinue Reading
Exclusive Cover Reveal: Nat & Cami’s Guide to Running an Undercover GSA by Karis Rogerson
Today on the site, I’m delighted to welcome Karis Rogerson to reveal the cover of her debut f/f YA Romance, Nat & Cami’s Guide to Running an Undercover GSA, which releases June 23rd! Here’s the story: Casey McQuiston meets Heartstopper in this sapphic young adult romance. Cami is a 15-year-oldContinue Reading
Vonn’s skis didn’t release in Olympic crash as safety concerns resurface
‘Smart binding’ system in development, but costs are a concern as well as whether skiers really want it., The images of Lindsey Vonn down on the snow, screaming in pain and then being airlifted off the course by helicopter after a crash at the Olympics have been a stark reminderContinue Reading
Tested on Palestinians: Epstein, Israel’s Barak pushed spy tech in Nigeria
Investigation reveals how Jeffrey Epstein and Ehud Barak marketed Israeli surveillance tech to profit from Nigeria., Convicted American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak collaborated for more than a decade to profit from instability in Nigeria, marketing surveillance technology honed in the occupied Palestinian territory toContinue Reading
MBFC’s Daily Vetted Fact Checks for 02/18/2026
Home Fact Check Posted By: Media Bias Fact Check Fact Check Search Media Bias Fact Check selects and publishes fact checks from around the world. We only utilize fact-checkers that are either a signatory of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) or have been verified as credible by MBFC. Further, weContinue Reading
“Journalism Deserves Better”: Ex-Washington Post Staffers Slam Billionaire Bezos for Gutting Paper
The Washington Post has laid off more than 300 journalists, dismantling its sports, local news and international coverage. “Everybody is grieving, and it’s a loss for our readers,” says Nilo Tabrizy, one of the paper’s recently laid-off staff, who describes a “robotic” meeting announcing the cuts. “They didn’t have theContinue Reading
What is a Turing Machine? #computerscience #science
In 1936, a 23-year-old British mathematician named Alan Turing revolutionized the future of computer science. While exploring the foundations of mathematics, Turing introduced a groundbreaking idea: a machine capable of computing any sequence—given enough time and memory. These theoretical devices, now known as Turing Machines, laid the foundation for modernContinue Reading
Should we be impressed or worried by China’s humanoid robot display?
China Media Group’s 2026 Spring Festival Gala drew widespread attention with a performance of humanoid robots that appeared to do martial arts alongside young performers. However, as the videos spread, viewers expressed both admiration and unease over the accelerating development of the machines. Experts have mixed views. China’s dancing robots:Continue Reading
Tighter restrictions on Brazilian butt lift procedures needed, UK MPs warn | BBC News
Tighter restrictions on high-risk cosmetic procedures such as liquid Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs) are needed immediately, a cross-party group of MPs in the UK have said. The Women and Equalities Committee said only doctors should be allowed to carry out these treatments because of the risks involved. That would actContinue Reading
LIVE: French President Macron speaks at All India Institute of Medical Sciences campus
French President Emmanuel Macron meets with Indian academics and scientists to discuss the future of Franco-Indian cooperation at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences campus in New Delhi. #France #India #EmmanuelMacron #Macron #NewDehli #Science #Medicine #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/Continue Reading
Olympic fans experience Italy’s colourful Carnival in Cortina
Carnival closed in Cortina d’Ampezzo with street performances by Silence Teatro, marking Shrove Tuesday before the start of LentContinue Reading