Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, is introducing two new tiers of premium subscriptions, one with ads and one ad-free, as part of his efforts to combat bots and fake accounts.

Bull on train tracks disrupts New Jersey Transit, raises concerns about slaughterhouse security.

Japan turns to AI to address labor shortage, but recognizes the importance of human workers.

Thatchers invites judge to participate in taste test to determine similarities between its Cloudy Lemon Cider and Aldi’s Taurus cider.

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

13-year-old Canadian boy, Maximus Trest, takes a year off school to develop his own PlayStation 5 game, Astrolander, with the support of the PlayStation team.

The Dendrobium orchid, known as the God Flower, is disappearing in Taiwan due to climate change, leaving the indigenous Tsou people worried about their traditions.

African leaders propose global carbon tax regime to help poorer nations cope with climate change.

Air France, Lufthansa, and Etihad have had their ads banned in the UK for misleading consumers about their environmental impact.

An ANA flight in Japan had to turn back after a crack was found on the cockpit window, raising concerns about aviation safety.

Tipping etiquette varies, but showing appreciation for good service is always valued in the industry.

Virtual influencers like Noonoouri are breaking into the music industry, raising concerns about the role of AI and the future of human artists.

Sweden’s rise in billionaires can be attributed to its thriving tech scene, low interest rates, and tax policies that favor the wealthy, but there is a lack of public debate about the inequality it represents.

Researchers at Columbia University have developed an AI tool that can identify whether fingerprints from different fingers belong to the same person with 75-90% accuracy, challenging the belief that each fingerprint is completely unique.

Merriam-Webster’s word of the year, “polarization,” captures the deep divisions shaping the 2024 election.