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Food Scientist Reveals Best Way To Peel A Boiled Egg

Credit: PixabayWe've all struggled with peeling a boiled egg, only to ruin it as the shell clings tightly to the white, often leaving behind annoying bits of membrane.The internet is full of so-called "hacks" for easier egg peeling, but the real issue lies in the multiple factors that make eggs tough to peel. Fortunately,...

Ferrari Suggests That A Manual Transmission Could Make A Comeback

Credit: PixabayFerrari has been on a strong streak recently, with a waiting list extending until 2026. Despite this, the Italian automaker is still working on its debut electric car, set to launch later this year.But there's more in the pipeline. Industry rumors have persisted for years, hinting that Ferrari may be planning to reintroduce...

WhatsApp’s Newest Update Adds An Extra Layer Of Privacy To Your Messages

Credit: Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto / Getty ImagesOn Wednesday, WhatsApp revealed the introduction of a new feature designed to enhance user privacy within the app. The “Advanced Chat Privacy” setting updates the app, giving users greater control over how they manage their conversations and shared content.The “Advanced Chat Privacy” setting updates the app, giving users...

Zuckerberg Once Considered Separating Instagram To Protect Facebook

Credit:Alex Wong / Getty ImagesIn a private email revealed during the antitrust trial, Zuckerberg warned that buying Instagram might cause a “network collapse” of the more profitable Facebook.Zuckerberg proposed integrating Meta’s apps to counter Instagram’s impact on Facebook’s relevance and even considered making Instagram an independent company.In its case against Meta, the U.S. Federal...

Microsoft Integrates AI-Driven Deep Research Tools Into Copilot

Image Credits:Rafael Henrique/SOPA Images/LightRocket / Getty ImagesMicrosoft is rolling out a “deep research” AI tool within Microsoft 365 Copilot, its AI-powered chatbot app. Recently, several deep research agents have emerged across AI chatbots, including OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and xAI’s Grok. These tools rely on reasoning AI models, which can analyze problems and verify...

Sleep Boosts Memory: Study Finds Neural Reorganization During Rest

NREM periods accelerated the reactivation drift, whereas REM periods countered it. Credit: PixabayA full night’s sleep strengthens memory by reinforcing newly learned information. This process is crucial for animals as well, as recalling the location of food sources is vital for survival. Researchers study this function of sleep in the lab by training mice...

Boston Dynamics Unveils a Significant Advancement in Humanoid Robot Mobility

Boston Dynamics shows again that it's at the bleeding edge of smooth humanoid movementBoston DynamicsChinese humanoid robots are advancing rapidly with remarkable agility, but Boston Dynamics remains a pioneer in the field. A new video of its swivel-jointed Atlas robot showcases its ability to run, cartwheel, and even breakdance, reaffirming its position at the...

OpenAI Introduces New Tools for Businesses to Develop AI Agents

Credit: DepositphotosOn Tuesday, OpenAI unveiled new tools aimed at helping developers and businesses create AI agents—automated systems capable of independently performing tasks—using the company’s AI models and frameworks.These tools are part of OpenAI’s new Responses API, which enables businesses to develop custom AI agents that can conduct web searches, scan internal files, and navigate...

The DOJ’s Latest Proposal Still Demands that Google Divest Chrome But Permits AI Investments

Credit: PixabayThe U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) remains firm in its demand that Google sell its Chrome web browser, according to a court filing on Friday.Initially proposed under President Biden’s administration, the DOJ has upheld this plan under the second Trump administration. However, the department has softened its stance on Google’s artificial intelligence investments,...

ChatGPT Doubled Weekly Users in Under Six Months Due to Updates

Image Credits: SEBASTIEN BOZON/AFP / Getty ImagesA new report from VC firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) highlights ChatGPT’s strong growth in late 2024. After taking nine months to grow from 100 million to 200 million weekly active users, ChatGPT doubled that figure again in under six months.Rapid Growth and Milestone AchievementsInitially launched as a research...