
AI’s Impact on Jobs and Inequality: IMF Analysis
AI is expected to impact nearly 40% of all jobs, worsening overall inequality, according to the IMF.


AI is expected to impact nearly 40% of all jobs, worsening overall inequality, according to the IMF.

Parcel delivery firm DPD disabled part of its online chatbot after it swore at a customer, highlighting the potential pitfalls of using large language models in chatbots.

First Bus in the UK is using AI to improve punctuality and tackle “bus bunching,” resulting in a 20% improvement during peak periods.

Apple surpasses Samsung as world’s largest phonemaker, marking the first time in 12 years.

Ticket machines at railway stations charge passengers more than double the online price for some journeys, according to research by consumer group Which?.

Sports Illustrated faces uncertainty as its publishing license is lost, leading to potential mass layoffs and an uncertain future for the iconic title.

S&P 500 hits new record high on tech strength and economic optimism, signaling a bull market.

Gamers are at risk of irreversible hearing loss and tinnitus due to unsafe sound levels, according to a study analyzing over 50,000 people; researchers are calling for more public health efforts to raise awareness of the risks.

44% of the UK population was under-vaccinated against Covid-19 in summer 2022, with younger people being the most likely to skip doses, according to a study published in The Lancet.

Daylesford Organic has issued a recall for some of its crispbreads and biscuits due to potential contamination with moth larvae, highlighting the importance of rigorous quality control measures in the food industry.

The absence of snowfall in Kashmir has devastated the region’s tourism industry and threatens its economy and water supply.

US-bound ANA flight forced to return to Tokyo after heavily drunk passenger bites crew member mid-flight.

China’s population decline raises concerns for the country’s economy and workforce, but experts believe it can manage the transition to a more service-oriented sector.

Japan Airlines appoints first female president, Mitsuko Tottori, aiming to inspire women in leadership roles.

Teenager Oliver Reyes risks his own safety to rescue a calf named Wynonna from a frozen pond, showcasing the power of compassion.

Recruitment scams have seen a significant increase in the past year, with the amount of money stolen rising to nearly £1 million, according to City of London Police.

Japan’s preparedness and investment in infrastructure have helped minimize casualties during earthquakes.

2023 confirmed as hottest year on record, raising concerns about breaching international climate targets.

AI therapist bots, like the popular Psychologist bot, are providing comfort and support to millions of users who find the text format of communication less daunting and more accessible than traditional therapy.

Microsoft and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have used AI and supercomputing to discover a new material that could reduce the use of lithium in batteries by up to 70%, potentially solving the looming lithium shortage and environmental concerns.

Ultra-processed foods raise health concerns, yet experts debate their direct impact on well-being.

A monkey caused a nationwide blackout in Sri Lanka, affecting millions and highlighting infrastructure issues.

Africa’s passionate Formula 1 fans are demanding a race on the continent, with Kenya hosting lively viewing parties and female fans taking on active roles in the sport.

Berkeley Yeast modifies yeast for beer flavors, while Carlsberg focuses on traditional breeding methods.

Stonehenge’s Altar Stone hails from Scotland, not Wales, revealing a more interconnected Neolithic society.

Venice implements new rules to combat mass tourism, including a ban on loudspeakers and large tourist groups.

Canadian wildfires lead to severe air quality issues in US cities.

Elon Musk’s exclusion from UK summit highlights government’s stance on controversial social media posts.

COP28 climate summit aims to address slow progress in achieving Paris Agreement goals, but concerns are raised about the influence of oil-producing countries.

The battle over the ‘Holy Grail’ of shipwrecks, the Spanish galleon San José, rages on.

A severe cold snap is gripping the UK, bringing snow and health alerts for vulnerable populations.

Breweries are using innovative techniques like arrested fermentation and vacuum distillation to create flavorful non-alcoholic beer.

Amateur fossil collectors play a crucial role in paleontology, as demonstrated by the discovery of the largest marine reptile ever found.

Former US National Security Advisor and Secretary of State Henry Kissinger has died at 100, leaving behind a controversial legacy of both praised and condemned actions in foreign relations.

A major storm system hits central US, bringing tornadoes, heavy rain, and golf ball-sized hail.