Science and Technology
This Tropical Virus Is Spreading Out of the Amazon to the US and Europe
outbreaks of Oropouche virus have flared up in the Amazon for decades, but historically the pathogen has little troubled the rest of the world. But this seems to be...
OpenAI Upgrades Its Smartest AI Model With Improved Reasoning Skills
OpenAI today announced an improved version of its most capable artificial intelligence model to date—one that takes even more time to deliberate over questions—just a day after Google announced...
I Used AI to Do All of My Holiday Shopping
In its initial responses, ChatGPT didn’t provide any links to products. But it easily supplied them when I asked, and while I didn’t click on every single one, none...
‘Batman: Arkham Shadow’ Proves VR Gaming Isn’t Just a Gimmick
There's a tendency for VR games to be seen as gimmicks—forgettable spin-offs of better-known franchises. Indeed, the last attempt at Batman Arkham VR was exactly that—little more than a...
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Review: Fortune and Glory
In games, as in film, Indiana Jones has had a rough patch. The intrepid archaeologist's recent big-screen exploits have met with lukewarm reception at best, with 2008's The Kingdom...
Home Office Setup Guide (2024): Webcams, Desks, Chairs, and More
No matter if you're working from home full-time or just a few days a week, it's important to carve out a home office setup that separates your work and...
