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Airbnb plans to bake in AI features for search, discovery and support

Airbnb has taken its time to launch AI features within the app, but CEO Brian Chesky on Friday said the company is now planning to bake in features powered by large language models that would help users search for listings,…

OpenAI Is Nuking Its 4o Model. China’s ChatGPT Fans Aren’t OK

On June 6, 2024, Esther Yan got married online. She set a reminder for the date, because her partner wouldn’t remember it was happening. She had planned every detail—dress, rings, background music, design theme—with her partner, Warmie, who she had…

These 5 diets could add years to your life even if you have bad genes

A healthy diet has long been linked to living into old age – and you don’t have to adhere to it perfectly to reap the benefits SolStock/Getty Images Five dietary patterns have been associated with living years longer, regardless of…

Metal detectorist finds 19th century Japanese coin in Australia

Get the Popular Science daily newsletter Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. A metal detector hobbyist discovered a centuries’ old coin while scouring an abandoned sports field—and the coin  is especially rare for the area. In…

Omega-3 fish oil supplements could backfire without this key enzyme

Nearly 19 million adults in the United States take fish oil supplements. These products are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, mainly eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid, commonly known as EPA and DHA. Many people use them in hopes of lowering…

Apple’s Magic Mouse is down to $68 right now

Apple’s USB-C Magic Mouse is back on sale for about $11 off its usual retail price of $79. At $68, that’s a savings of 14 percent for one of Apple’s best accessories from a company that does not often run…

What’s behind the mass exodus at xAI?

The past few days have been a wild ride for xAI, which is racking up staff and cofounder departure announcements left and right. On Tuesday and Wednesday, cofounder Yuhuai (Tony) Wu announced his departure and that it was “time for…

Amazon’s Ring cancels partnership with Flock, a network of AI cameras used by ICE, feds, and police

Ring, the Amazon-owned home security company, announced on Thursday that it will no longer partner with Flock Safety, a maker of AI-powered surveillance cameras that share footage with law enforcement. The two companies announced a deal in October, which would…

Are Waterproof Sneakers Worth It? (2026)

Running with wet feet, in wet socks, in wet shoes is the perfect recipe for blisters. It’s also a fast track to low morale. Nothing dampens spirits quicker than soaked socks. On ultra runs, I always carry spares. And when…

Why self-expansion is the key to long-lasting love and friendship

Doing something out of the ordinary with your partner can expand your sense of self and bring you closer Shutterstock/Mauricio Graiki Think back to the great loves of your life, and you may remember a heady period when every day…