To Find Alien Life, We Might Have to Kill It
When is it OK to kill an alien life-form? In the movies, the answer is usually pretty simple: It’s OK in self-defense, especially if it inspires a rousing speech about …
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Ethics Committee Says It’s Investigating Even More Allegations Against Matt Gaetz
WASHINGTON — In an unusual public statement on Tuesday, the House Ethics Committee said it is expanding an investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) amid allegations of sexual misconduct, drug …
Study Warns That AI ‘Griefbots’ Could Become a Burden
A new study from the University of Cambridge called for “safeguards” around the use of “griefbots,” lest they end up becoming digital ghosts. While AI ghosts might seem outlandish, the …
Wildlife On a Maine Pond: Ethical Wildlife Photography
For me, the most enjoyable part of wildlife photography is not the photos themselves; it’s being in nature. However, it is essential to do so safely, especially regarding the safety …
The US Is Cracking Down on Synthetic DNA
The White House has issued new rules aimed at companies that manufacture synthetic DNA after years of warnings that a pathogen made with mail-order genetic material could accidentally or intentionally …
New York City to Test Controversial AI Gun Detection in Subway Stations
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the city will trial a new artificial intelligence tool that detects guns. The trial run is set to begin in 90 days in …
Meta, Adobe, Other Tech Giants Join Responsible AI Consortium
More than 200 companies and organizations signed on to join the US AI Safety Insitute Consortium to advance responsible use of artificial intelligence. The consortium is meant to address issues …
ACLU Supports Man Arrested After Bad Facial Recognition ID
The national and New Jersey chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union filed an amicus brief in support of a man who was reportedly wrongfully arrested after facial recognition misidentified …
Ethics chair launches new bid to expel Republican Rep. George Santos
By Kevin Freking | Associated Press WASHINGTON — The chairman of the House Ethics Committee announced Friday he has filed a resolution to force a vote on expelling Rep. George …
George Santos faces new resolution to expel him from Congress
Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) speaks with reporters after a vote on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023, in Washington, DC. Jabin Botsford | The Washington Post | Getty Images …