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Students Push Back: Professors Lag Behind in AI Use

April 3, 2026

The story starts with a Cal Poly student named Parker Jones. He asked more than fifty classmates how they use AI tools like ChatGPT. The answer was clear: students are moving fast, while teachers seem slow. Most students use AI for everyday help. They ask questions after lectures, organize homework

entertainment

Jonathan the 193‑Year‑Old Tortoise Is Still Alive

April 3, 2026

A claim that the world’s oldest living land animal had died on April Fools’ Day turned out to be a hoax. The reptile, named Jonathan and living on St. Helena, is still alive but moves at a very slow pace. The rumor was spread on the same day as the holiday, which is known for pranks and false storie

technology

Students Learn to Mix Human Beats with AI at Berklee

April 3, 2026

The music world is changing fast. New computer programs can write songs, mix tracks and even suggest new ideas for musicians. At Berklee College of Music in Boston, a special lab is letting students test these tools and think about what it means for their future careers. The lab, called the Emergin

entertainment

A 193-Year-Old Tortoise Outlives a Fake Death Story

April 3, 2026

Jonathan, a tortoise living on a remote island, isn’t the kind of animal that grabs headlines often. But when a fake report claimed he died, it tricked media worldwide. The mistake started with a misleading post on X, supposedly from his vet, saying Jonathan passed away. News sites repeated the clai

politics

Checks and Balances Still Matter—Even in a “New World”

April 3, 2026

The Supreme Court heard arguments this week about whether a president can sidestep the Constitution with a signature. Many observers expected the justices to debate a new military plan overseas. Instead, the room buzzed about an older promise made at home—birthright citizenship. A top lawyer argued

politics

Celebrities Push to Shut Down Immigration Center

April 2, 2026

A coalition of well-known actors, musicians, and healthcare experts are demanding the shutdown of a Texas detention center holding migrant families. Over 45, 000 people have joined a digital petition calling for the immediate release of children and adults held at this facility. Signers include big

science

Studying Brain Health in Latino Adults: A Big New Research Push

April 2, 2026

Scientists at two major universities just got $15. 8 million to study how Latino adults' brains change as they age. The money comes from the government’s top health research group. Two professors, one from each school, will lead the project. They want to follow about 1, 800 Latino adults for 12 year

technology

AI Tool Aims to Speed Up Crime Solving in San Diego

April 1, 2026

A man who lost his home to a robbery found that the police only saw a 13% chance of getting his stuff back. He felt the system was slow and decided to create a software that could help detectives work faster. The program, called Longeye, started in San Francisco last year and is now talking to polic

politics

Trump’s Threat to Attack Iran’s Power Plants

March 31, 2026

President Trump warned that if a deal with Iran does not happen quickly, the U. S. would destroy key Iranian infrastructure such as power plants and water treatment facilities. This statement was posted on his social media account early Monday. The message suggested that the U. S. would end its pres

education

The College Debate: Who’s Really in Charge?

March 30, 2026

Higher education has lately felt like a battleground where ideas clash as fiercely as politics. The University of New England has organized a talk to ask whether universities should stay neutral, or if the government must step in to keep balance. The event is free and open to anyone who wants to l