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Amid growing concerns about the safety of AI, a new documentary from PBS Independent Lens explores the technology's roots in the eugenics movement. And, the human toll it takes to power AI, today.
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For anyone who grew up staring blankly at museum artwork, this is the fun that was missing: Coco leads interactive and (mostly) factual art history comedy tours. -
One little sign in a business’ window inspired a retired reporter to start a new publication all about spreading kindness. -
The allegations claim Braden Peters, also known as Clavicular, had non-consensual sex with the 17-year-old female victim after plying her with alcohol. Peters' representative denies the charges.
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Legislators introduced Senate Bill 420 in response to a KPBS investigation. It’s now headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk. -
The law, signed by President Trump in January 2025, requires immigrants accused of certain crimes to be detained, even if they aren’t charged or convicted.
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