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The Download: The risk of falling space debris, and how to debunk a conspiracy theory

What is the chance your plane will be hit by space debris?

Aviation companies are facing challenges related to potential disruptions from space debris, as authorities may temporarily close airspace in affected regions to prevent accidents. A study published by Boley and colleagues in early 2023 estimates that high-traffic aerospace areas, such as northern Europe and the northeastern United States, have about a 26% annual chance of […]

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The Download: The risk of falling space debris, and how to debunk a conspiracy theory

The Download: The risk of falling space debris, and how to debunk a conspiracy theory

The threat posed by space debris to flights is increasing, though it remains relatively low. According to the European Space Agency, approximately three pieces of old space equipment, including used rockets and non-functional satellites, re-enter Earth’s atmosphere daily. Predictions suggest that by the mid-2030s, the number of such incidents may rise significantly due to the

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The State of AI: How war will be changed forever

The State of AI: How war will be changed forever

In July 2027, concerns are rising regarding a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan, with reports of AI-powered autonomous drones designed to bypass the island’s air defenses. Concurrently, AI-generated cyberattacks are disrupting energy and communication systems, while a disinformation campaign appears to be mitigating international responses to China’s actions. This scenario reflects ongoing discussions about the

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Your online reservations are telling restaurants all about you

Your online reservations are telling restaurants all about you

OpenTable, a popular online reservation platform, has introduced AI-assisted tags for customer profiles, which inform restaurant staff about guests’ dining preferences based on previous orders and spending habits. Notably, hosts may see indicators that a customer frequently orders specific drinks, spends beyond average, leaves reviews, or cancels reservations last minute. Kat Menter, a host at

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Bose’s noise-canceling QC Headphones are more than 50 percent off

Bose’s noise-canceling QC Headphones are more than 50 percent off

Traveling during the holiday season can often lead to noisy and chaotic environments. A solution for passengers seeking serenity is a quality pair of over-ear headphones. Currently, Bose’s QuietComfort Headphones are on sale for $169.99 at Amazon, which represents a discount of $180, or more than 50% off the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP). This

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OpenAI is finally letting employees donate their equity to charity

OpenAI is finally letting employees donate their equity to charity

Current and former employees of OpenAI have expressed frustration over the company’s longstanding restriction on charitable donations of their equity. Recently, OpenAI has communicated via an email from its equity team that eligible employees will now have the opportunity to donate their shares to charity. This decision comes after a significant delay, as it is

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