64 m. ago A stapler that knows when you need it: Using AI to turn everyday objects into proactive assistants

A stapler slides across a desk to meet a waiting hand, or a knife edges out of the way just before someone leans against a countertop. It sounds like magic, but in Carnegie Mellon University's Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII), researchers are combining AI and robotic mobility to give everyday objects this kind of foresight.

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66 m. ago Ben's Original recalls rice over possible small stone hazard

Ben's Original recalls rice over possible small stone hazard  NBC Los Angeles

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68 m. ago Your guide to the Head of the Charles: Course map, best spots to watch, insider tips if you go, T and parking info

Whether you’re an athlete, a longtime fan, or you just want to enjoy the atmosphere at one of New England’s favorite fall traditions, here’s everything you need to know about the 60th Head of the Charles Regatta. The post Your guide to the Head of the Charles: Course map, best spots to watch, insider tips if you go, T and parking info appeared first on Boston.com.

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69 m. ago Stellantis says it will invest $13B to expand its US operations, adding more than 5K jobs

Stellantis says it will invest $13B to expand its US operations, adding more than 5K jobs  WPBN

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70 m. ago Who is Lindsey Langston? Miss United States gets restraining order against US Rep. Cory Mills

Who is Lindsey Langston? Miss United States gets restraining order against US Rep. Cory Mills  Daytona Beach News-Journal

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73 m. ago As US shutdown starts to bite, how much could it hit economy?

As US shutdown starts to bite, how much could it hit economy?  BBC

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78 m. ago Is that a newscast or a sales pitch? New AI videos make it tough to tell

In a short-form video post, an influencer gets worked up about a television news story from California. The images broadcast behind her appear authentic, with an anchor calling viewers to action, victims and even a CNN logo.

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80 m. ago Most popular Halloween costumes in Boston for 2025, according to Google

K-Pop Demon Hunters dominates costume searches — with a local favorite close behind. The post Most popular Halloween costumes in Boston for 2025, according to Google appeared first on Boston.com.

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81 m. ago Novo Nordisk begins round of layoffs in United States, Reuters sources say

Novo Nordisk begins round of layoffs in United States, Reuters sources say  CNBC

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84 m. ago China export controls "clear repudiation" of tariff talks, trade rep says

China export controls "clear repudiation" of tariff talks, trade rep says  Axios

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86 m. ago Americans united on protecting science research in higher ed, worry about liberal bias and antisemitism, national survey reveals

Americans united on protecting science research in higher ed, worry about liberal bias and antisemitism, national survey reveals  Northeastern Global News

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87 m. ago Multi car crash with oil spill shuts down lanes on 5 Freeway

Multi car crash with oil spill shuts down lanes on 5 Freeway  NBC Los Angeles

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89 m. ago Smucker’s sued Trader Joe’s over an Uncrustables dupe. How similar are they?

Smucker’s sued Trader Joe’s over an Uncrustables dupe. How similar are they?  The Washington Post

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89 m. ago Training the grid to spot cyberattacks without seeing your data

SUTD researchers test a privacy-preserving approach that blends federated learning with cloud coordination for smart grids in future 6G environments.

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89 m. ago As winter sets in, Alaska DOT prepares another push to remove homeless encampments

As winter sets in, Alaska DOT prepares another push to remove homeless encampments  Alaska Beacon

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95 m. ago California restaurants will have to disclose food allergens on menus under new law

California restaurants will have to disclose food allergens on menus under new law  NBC Los Angeles

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1 hour ago This Day in History: Clarence Thomas confirmed to U.S. Supreme Court on Oct. 15, 1991

This Day in History: Clarence Thomas confirmed to U.S. Supreme Court on Oct. 15, 1991  KNOE

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1 hour ago Inside Washington: The Government Shutdown and Pending 2025 Legislative Outlook

Inside Washington: The Government Shutdown and Pending 2025 Legislative Outlook  American Hospital Association

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1 hour ago Teens charged in attack on former DOGE staffer are sentenced to probation

Teens charged in attack on former DOGE staffer are sentenced to probation  The Washington Post

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1 hour ago 100 miles into road trip, family realizes their cat is on top of their van

100 miles into road trip, family realizes their cat is on top of their van  The Washington Post

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