In the wake of Hamas’s surprise attack on Israel, social media users in Israel dubbed the day a “second Yom Kippur” or an “Israeli 9/11.” This attack marked the first time since the 1947–49 Arab-Israeli War that Palestinian or Arab forces had captured Israeli villages. Hamas executed a stunning military surprise by breaching the Israeli …
“I made history, didn’t I?” Kevin McCarthy exclaimed on Tuesday night, only a few hours after being ousted from his position as the first ever speaker of the House to face such a fate. It happened so quickly, and now the race to find his replacement was already underway. The tangible reminder of McCarthy’s reign, …
Late last month, OpenAI quietly released the latest version of its image-generating AI program, DALL-E 3. The announcement showcased impressive demos, including a video demonstrating how the technology could create and merchandise a children’s story character based on chat prompts. However, the most significant update came in two sentences at the end, addressing concerns about …
Occasionally, individuals inquire about my preferred politicians to write about throughout the years. Among them, Bill Richardson, the former governor of New Mexico and longstanding congressman, consistently ranks near the top of my list. I had the opportunity to mention this to Richardson himself, to which he immediately inquired about his position—”Top 10? Top three? …
Phoenix, once known for its scorching temperatures, seems to have found relief with a high of only 108 degrees Fahrenheit. This comes after a grueling month-long heat wave where temperatures consistently surpassed 110 degrees. The toll of this extreme heat has been severe, with numerous cases of burn injuries, heat strokes, and collapsing saguaros. Hospitals …
To stay up to date with Arthur’s writing, don’t forget to sign up for email notifications whenever a new column is released. In 2005, renowned writer Ted Chiang crafted a captivating science-fiction tale titled “Predictor,” which was published in the esteemed journal Nature. The story revolved around a small toy known as the Predictor, resembling …
The tremendous success of country star Jason Aldean’s song about small-town vigilantism sheds light on why Donald Trump continues to maintain a strong hold on conservative America. Aldean’s confrontational track, “Try That in a Small Town,” echoes Trump’s message that the multicultural, urban left poses a grave threat to conservative America, warranting any action necessary …
On the southernmost continent, one can behold vast expanses of ice sculpted by the wind, resembling exquisite marble, while others glisten with a smooth, green emerald hue. Iconic sights such as icebergs, majestic whales, and regal emperor penguins grace the landscape. Visitors often describe the experience as otherworldly, magical, and grand. The renowned writer Jon …
Depending on whom you ask in politics, the sudden advances in artificial intelligence will either transform American democracy for the better or bring about its ruin. At the moment, the doomsayers are louder. Voice-impersonation technology and deep-fake videos are scaring campaign strategists, who fear that their deployment in the days before the 2024 election could …