Author: Pauline Edwards

'There was a time when if you had even brought up the topic of retirement, I would have reacted forcefully.'

The European Space Agency, impressed with India’s growing space capabilities, is exploring opportunities for enhanced cooperation in space activities.

Landlord Steve Hall says the issue has been blown out of proprotion.

Every day, police in the U.S. use common non-lethal tactics, like physical holds, stun guns, and body blows, to stop people without killing them. However, when used improperly, these tactics can result in death, as seen in the case of George Floyd in 2020. An investigation led by The Associated Press discovered that over a decade, more than 1,000 individuals died after police restrained them using non-lethal force. Medical officials attributed the force to about half the cases. In other instances, officers did not follow best safety practices, which led to fatal outcomes. These deadly encounters occurred in nearly every state and affected individuals from diverse backgrounds. However, the impact disproportionately affected Black Americans.

Tricia Kummerer, the owner of Billy’s Homemade Candies, explained that the unprecedented spike has compelled her to increase prices.

The White House has introduced new rules that require U.S. federal agencies to demonstrate that their artificial intelligence tools are not causing harm to the public. Vice President Kamala Harris stated that government agencies using AI tools must ensure these tools do not put the rights and safety of the American people at risk. By December, every agency must establish specific measures to oversee activities such as facial recognition screenings at airports and the use of AI tools for managing the electric grid or assessing mortgages and home insurance.

The total solar eclipse expected on April 8 already is inspiring school lessons in science, literacy and culture. Some schools in or near the path of totality also are organizing group viewings for students to experience the awe of daytime darkness and learn about the astronomy behind it together. Dennis Schatz, a former president of the National Science Teaching Association, encourages educators to use the eclipse as “a teachable moment.” But the timing of the eclipse, around dismissal time for some in its path, means many schools will be closed for the day so that students aren’t stuck on buses or in crowds expected to gather.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — MyPillow was told to leave a suburban Minneapolis warehouse it previously used, but the company's founder and prominent election denier Mike Lindell stated that it's just a formality because the landlord wants the property back. Lindell rejected in an interview with The Associated Press…

A major setback for last year's treble winners!

‘I’m happy to have my old face back.’