Author: Benjamin Hughes

Pope Francis is advocating for a worldwide agreement to monitor and control artificial intelligence, warning against the potential for a "technological dictatorship."

Pope Francis is advocating for a worldwide agreement to monitor and control artificial intelligence, warning against the potential for a “technological dictatorship.”

Benjamin Hughes

On Thursday, Pope Francis urged for a global agreement to ensure ethical development and use of artificial intelligence. He expressed concern that technology lacking human values such as compassion, mercy, morality, and forgiveness could pose significant risks. Francis joined the growing number of voices advocating for worldwide, mandatory regulation of AI in his yearly message

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According to a report by the United Nations, the Taliban is detaining women in order to protect them from violence based on their gender.

According to a report by the United Nations, the Taliban is detaining women in order to protect them from violence based on their gender.

Benjamin Hughes

According to a recent report from the United Nations, the Taliban government in Afghanistan has imprisoned certain women in order to safeguard them from gender-based violence. The U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan was informed by Taliban officials that women without male guardians or whose male relatives pose a danger to them have been detained. It

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Willie Nelson reveals his method for overcoming writer's block and his approach to crafting songs: "I never give up."

Willie Nelson reveals his method for overcoming writer’s block and his approach to crafting songs: “I never give up.”

Benjamin Hughes

Willie Nelson, a legendary figure in country music, is defying the limitations of age at 90 years old. Despite his advanced years, Nelson’s pioneering spirit in the music industry still enthralls listeners with his captivating storytelling and songwriting abilities. Nelson’s latest publication, “Energy Follows Thought,” was published in October and explores the stories behind his

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Health experts say obese children should receive at least 26 hours of intensive counseling every year

Health experts say obese children should receive at least 26 hours of intensive counseling every year

Benjamin Hughes

Health experts: Obese children should receive at least 26 hours of intensive counseling every year Health experts: Obese children should receive at least 26 hours of intensive counseling every year 02:03 TEANECK, N.J. — New guidance from some health experts is taking an aggressive stand on curbing childhood obesity. The recommendations say doctors need to

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