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Tecno's New Campaign Fights Skin Tone Bias in Photos

November 5, 2024

Ever wondered why some photos don't show your skin tone right? Chinese smartphone company Tecno has stepped up to fix this. They've launched the ToneProud campaign to tackle skin tone bias in imaging technology. This isn't just a small issue; a study from MIT and Stanford back in 2018 showed that s

technology

No Crash Here: Tesla Cybertruck Photo is Fake

November 5, 2024

Have you seen a picture online showing two Tesla Cybertrucks in a big crash? Don't believe it! The image is not real. It was created using AI. Here's what happened. In November 2024, someone shared a photo on a social media site. They said it showed two Tesla Cybertrucks in a crash. Many people saw

finance

Homebuyers in 2024: Older, Richer, and Rarer

November 5, 2024

In 2024, a new record was set: more Americans used inheritance money to help buy their first home. This comes from a survey by the National Association of Realtors. It shows that first-time homebuyers were older and wealthier than before. This is a sign of how tough it is for many people to buy a ho

sports

Runners to Watch: Touchdown Predictions for NFL Week 9

November 3, 2024

This week in the NFL, keep your eyes on the runners who are likely to score. Let's start with James Conner from the Arizona Cardinals. He's been a go-to guy near the goal line, with half of his team's touches when it matters most. That's a big deal, and it makes him a strong bet for a touchdown. The

celebrities

Blake Lively's Colorful Pick at LACMA Gala

November 3, 2024

Blake Lively stepped out at the LACMA gala in Los Angeles last night, and she stole the show in a head-turning outfit from Tamara Ralph's fall 2023 couture collection. The actress, known for her love of vibrant colors and dramatic silhouettes, opted for a tangerine silk-taffeta cape paired with a ch

science

A Surprise in the Night Sky: A Small Black Hole's Big Punch

November 3, 2024

You know how we thought the strongest gamma rays in the universe came from supermassive black holes far, far away? Well, scientists just found a tiny black hole nearby that's giving those giants a run for their money! This little powerhouse is called V4641 Sagittarii. It's a binary system, meaning

business

What's Next for Boeing's Troubled Starliner Spacecraft?

November 2, 2024

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft made a splash-free landing in the New Mexico desert a couple of months ago, but sadly, it wasn't carrying any astronauts back from the International Space Station. The spacecraft, which was supposed to bring back NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore from thei

science

Hush, Hush: How to Talk to Aliens

November 2, 2024

If we ever meet extraterrestrials, scientists say we should keep our mouths shut. A recent study used game theory to figure out the best way to communicate with alien life. They found that saying less is better because it increases the chances that aliens will think we're similar to them and coopera

entertainment

Clint Eastwood's Latest Film: A Strange Release Story

November 1, 2024

Clint Eastwood's new movie, "Juror 2, " is causing quite a stir. While it's playing in over 300 UK cinemas, it's barely showing in the US. This isn't your typical Oscar-hopeful strategy. Warner Bros. isn't even reporting the film's box office numbers, and it might move to streaming soon. Eastwood,

education

Powering Up Digital Skills: MMU and Huawei Team Up!

November 1, 2024

Multimedia University (MMU) and Huawei Malaysia are joining forces to bolster the ICT education scene. They've set up a Huawei ICT Academy Support Center (IASC) to serve as a central hub for both new and existing ICT academies across the nation. This project aims to enhance Malaysia's digital educat