– Manuscript – Three new studies suggest links between natural gas wells and cases of cancer, asthma and birth problems. Children who lived closer to natural gas wells in heavily-drilled western Pennsylvania were more likely to develop lymphoma, a rare cancer, researchers found. Nearby residents of all ages had an increased chance of severe asthma, a lung disease, and low … [Read more...] about Study Suggests Links Between Fracking, Health in Children
Can AI Chatbots Learn to Be More Truthful?
– Manuscript – Newly-developed artificial intelligence (AI) systems have demonstrated the ability to perform at human-like levels in some areas. But one serious problem with the tools remains – they can produce false or harmful information repeatedly. The development of such systems, known as “chatbots,” has progressed greatly in recent months. Chatbots have shown the … [Read more...] about Can AI Chatbots Learn to Be More Truthful?
In Dubai, ‘Gourmet Water’ Injected with Minerals
– Manuscript – New kinds of drinks like smoothies, lattes, beers, and cocktails have become popular in recent years. Now a place in Dubai is serving what it claims to be “gourmet water.” Thirty different kinds of it. The Aqua Water Bar by Luqel gets its water the traditional way – from the pipe that runs water to your house. The government of Dubai in the United Arab … [Read more...] about In Dubai, ‘Gourmet Water’ Injected with Minerals
Why Are Major Powers Interested in the Moon?
– Manuscript – Russia recently launched its first moon-landing spacecraft in 47 years. The launch comes during a time of competition by major powers including the United States, China and India to discover more about the resources held on the moon. Russia said that it would launch further moon missions and then explore the possibility of a joint Russian-China crewed … [Read more...] about Why Are Major Powers Interested in the Moon?
New COVID-19 Vaccine to Launch in September
– Manuscript – The latest COVID-19 vaccine is set for release in September. But health experts say it remains unclear how many Americans will choose to get the new shot. The efforts to prepare a new vaccine come as hospitals in the United States report increases in COVID-19 patients since early July. But the number of hospitalizations is still far below those reported … [Read more...] about New COVID-19 Vaccine to Launch in September
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