
DPD’s AI chatbot disabled after customer-swearing incident.
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.


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.

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

Netflix is raising its subscription prices in the UK despite recent success, as it aims to protect profits and deal with competition and delays in new releases.

Truck crash in Oregon accidentally releases thousands of juvenile salmon into wrong river.

Chuck Hildebrandt’s overdue book return sparks a charitable campaign supporting literacy, raising over $4,500.

Luton and Dunstable Hospital in the UK is using the da Vinci Xi robot to speed up weight loss surgeries and reduce waiting times.

Uber’s CEO urges patience for electric rides, emphasizing environmental benefits and the need for government support.

Japan’s imperial family joins Instagram to modernize and engage with younger generations, but initial posts are criticized for being dull and lacking authenticity.

Fake robocalls impersonating President Biden have been circulating in New Hampshire, urging voters to skip the primary election, prompting an investigation to determine the source.

Forge Valley School’s new ban on smart devices aims to enhance student engagement and social interactions.

Nepal bans TikTok, citing its detrimental impact on social harmony and spreading malicious content.

Nasa successfully beams ultra high-definition video of cat from deep space using laser technology.

Seabed mining is a contentious issue, with concerns about its environmental impact leading some countries to oppose it.

The apple industry in Indian-administered Kashmir is facing a crisis due to fungal scab, climate change, economic hurdles, and the influx of imported apples, leading to a decline in quality and quantity and impacting the local economy.

Efficient gate allocation is crucial for airlines to reduce taxi times, congestion, and emissions.


영국 랭커스터 대학교(Lancaster University)에서 한국인 영어 학습자분들을 대상으로 새로운 연구 프로젝트를 진행합니다. 전 과정 온라인으로 진행되어 어디서든 편하게 참여하실 수 있습니다. 여러분의 소중한 참여로 한국인의 영어 사용 방식을 알아보는 흥미로운 연구가 완성됩니다.
🎁 참여 혜택:
– 원어민 연구원과의 1:1 회화 연습
– 실전 영작 연습 & 맞춤형 영어 피드백 리포트
– 커피 기프티콘 총 3잔 선물! (첫 세션 후 1잔, 마지막 세션 완료 후 2잔 더 드려요! ☕☕)
📅 참여 방식: 총 2회의 온라인 세션 (Zoom 등을 이용, 각 세션당 약 60~80분 소요) 말하기와 쓰기 활동이 섞여 있어 부담 없이 즐겁게 참여하실 수 있습니다.
✅ 대상: 영어 실력에 상관없이 참여를 희망하는 18세 이상 한국인 누구나