Water Used by AI Data Centers Polluting Rivers

A recent investigation by Rolling Stone has revealed a concerning issue with water used in artificial intelligence (AI)-powered data centers. The process of cooling these massive servers can lead to higher levels of nitrates in the water, which can contaminate nearby rivers and streams when it evaporates. In one area of Morrow County, US water … Read more

Algorithm Bias Can Narrow Perspectives and Fuel Confidence in Wrong Information

Algorithms have become essential to the internet ecosystem, shaping content we see daily. However, research suggests they can narrow our perspectives by fostering overconfidence in incorrect information. A study led by Giwon Bahg found that personalized algorithms guide users toward a limited range of information, leading to incorrect assumptions and misplaced confidence. In an online … Read more

Oregon Data Centers Threaten Local Water Supply Amid Pollution Crisis

Oregon is facing a severe water crisis due to high levels of pollution in the state’s aquifer. A recent investigation by Rolling Stone reveals that massive data centers are draining local wells and exacerbating the problem, threatening the lives of thousands of residents. The issue has been ongoing for decades, but Amazon’s arrival in 2011 … Read more

Sydney Sweeney’s Career Hinges on Upcoming Film ‘The Housemaid’

Sydney Sweeney, the 28-year-old actress, has suffered recent box office flops, including her latest film “Christy,” which debuted to just $1.3 million across over 2,000 theaters. However, two media experts believe that her upcoming film adaptation of Freida McFadden’s novel “The Housemaid” could be the career boost she needs. According to Ryan McCormick, a PR … Read more

Korean Cultural Treasure on Display in Eugene, Oregon

A stunning 19th-century Korean painting, the “Ten Symbols of Longevity” screen, is now on display at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art in Eugene. Commissioned in 1879 for Prince Yi Cheok, who nearly died from smallpox as a toddler, this artwork is a unique blend of history, artistry, and symbolism. The painting features traditional Korean … Read more

4 Home Assistant Integrations for Enhanced Smart Home Automation

Home Assistant offers numerous integrations to enhance the functionality of smart home automation systems. Here are four useful integrations you can install to take your smart home setup to the next level. **Waste Collection Automation** Set up a voice-activated waste collection reminder on your Echo Show 5, ensuring you never forget what trash needs to … Read more

10 Silent Achievements of a Regret-Free Life

Reaching 70 without regret is not about grand accomplishments or loud achievements. It’s about the small, consistent choices we make every day that shape our lives from the inside out. People in their seventies who carry no bitterness and no regret have likely made certain habits and priorities that brought them peace and meaning. These … Read more

7 Underrated Action Films on Netflix You Need to Watch

Netflix is more than just the usual blockbusters – it’s also home to some forgotten classics that deserve your attention. If you’re tired of rewatching the same old favorites, here are seven underrated action films on Netflix that could become new favorites. Edge of Tomorrow: Tom Cruise’s Most Underrated Sci-Fi Action Film This 2014 film … Read more