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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

We’ve all heard about climate change’s effect on our planet, but what about its catastrophic impact on human health?

Many elections, many consequences

With a vast number of citizens around the world voting for leaders and legislatures this year, much will depend on their trust in the electoral

Time to defend science under attack

In an age of “alternative facts” and conspiracy theories, protecting trust in science is crucial.

Bringing up baby – now with robots

More and more children are growing up with robots at home, but their impact on early learning and development is still largely unknown and unregulated.

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Is Maldives ready for its tactical drones?

Maldives has launched its first tactical drones. The eyes in the sky will improve the country’s defence force’s monitoring, surveillance, and data capabilities.

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Will AI help or hinder trust in science?

AI tools are already being widely used in science. But can they, and the science they help produce, be trusted?

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How education and social media regulation can combat science denial

It’s ironic that as scientific evidence on climate change and vaccines have become more compelling, public opinion on social media appears more divided.

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Artists can expose the reality behind AI

Art is based on life, and AI doesn’t have one. That’s just one reason why the art community is uniquely well-positioned to show us the limitations of AI.

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Is AI enabling our next Renaissance?

Europe’s Renaissance sparked a flowering of free thought and new ideas in the arts and elsewhere. AI could too.

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When you can’t trust your eyes anymore

Deepfakes are threatening privacy and security. Detection methods using deep learning aim to combat this but there’s a long way to go.

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Deepfakes: can the AI be harnessed for something good?

While audiences and users need to be educated on the negative implications of deepfakes, the technology can also have positive impacts.

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Could AI bring Marilyn Monroe and John Wayne back to our screens?

Late stars of yesteryear on the silver screen again may be one way Hollywood seeks to use AI in film, but ethical qualms and potential legal disputes await.

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Is AI pushing boundaries or killing creativity?

AI’s integration in the arts and creative industries sparks debates on ethics and innovation, challenging traditional artistic boundaries.

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The fix for STEM workplace inequity? Change the system

New evidence shows that targeted policies, coordination and evaluation are all part of creating more gender-equitable and disability-inclusive workplaces.

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Climate change is killing us — in more ways than one

Many elections, many consequences

Time to defend science under attack

Bringing up baby – now with robots

Is Maldives ready for its tactical drones?

Will AI help or hinder trust in science?

How education and social media regulation can combat science denial

Artists can expose the reality behind AI

Is AI enabling our next Renaissance?

When you can’t trust your eyes anymore

Deepfakes: can the AI be harnessed for something good?

Could AI bring Marilyn Monroe and John Wayne back to our screens?

Is AI pushing boundaries or killing creativity?

The fix for STEM workplace inequity? Change the system

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