– Manuscript – The largest newspaper company in the U.S., Gannett, says it will start using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to write short versions of stories written by humans. The company recently announced a plan to use “generative AI” to add short pieces of information to the top of each story. Generative AI tools use machine learning methods to train computer … [Read more...] about US Newspaper Company Starts Using AI for Publishing
Archives for July 2023
Tips for Growing Herbs, No Garden Necessary
– Manuscript – Herbs are among the easiest plants you can grow. They only need sunlight, water, and well-draining soil with a neutral pH. You do not even need a garden. Many herbs, such as rosemary, basil, cilantro, lemon balm, oregano and mint will grow well in containers. In fact, mints should only be grown in containers, unless you do not mind a garden takeover. Mint … [Read more...] about Tips for Growing Herbs, No Garden Necessary
Uproot (News Words)
– Manuscript – Welcome to the Voice of America's News Words. In Sudan, a battle between the army and a government-linked security force began on April 15. Uproot The Sudanese army said it recently suspended talks with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces to extend a ceasefire. The fighting has uprooted more than one million people across Sudan. In this example … [Read more...] about Uproot (News Words)
Green Thumb (Idioms)
– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! This is your thumb. But what could it possibly mean if you have a green thumb? Green Thumb Speaker A: Dan, thanks for taking care of my office plant while I was away.Speaker B: Oh, about that? I might have overwatered it or underwatered it.Speaker A: Well, I haven't been to my desk yet. But I'm sure it's fine.Speaker B: … [Read more...] about Green Thumb (Idioms)
Swimmers Worry about Shark Attacks, Experts Say They Are Rare
– Manuscript – Recent shark bites in Florida and Hawaii and a suspected case in New Jersey have raised an age-old summer question for beachgoers — is it safe to go in the water? Scientists and researchers who study sharks said the answer to that question is yes, it is safe. Dangerous interactions between humans and sharks are uncommon, and serious injuries and deaths from … [Read more...] about Swimmers Worry about Shark Attacks, Experts Say They Are Rare
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