85 m. ago Smart sensor network and AI algorithms ease strain on stressed drivers

Fraunhofer researchers have developed a system that uses sensors and AI to monitor a driver's cognitive load. In the future, this technology could ease driver strain when they reach their stress limit. The system can also be applied in other fields, such as for pilots or surgeons. The researchers are using an innovative sensor network for the project—as well as a PC game for preparing virtual sushi.

Technology

2 h. ago Seattle voters drop off ballots at Belltown's Crocodile during 'Croc the Vote'

Seattle voters drop off ballots at Belltown's Crocodile during 'Croc the Vote'  FOX 13 Seattle

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3 h. ago 'We can't wait': Seattle City Council to vote on emergency food bank funds as SNAP lapses

'We can't wait': Seattle City Council to vote on emergency food bank funds as SNAP lapses  KOMO

Events

3 h. ago Seattle City Council to vote on civil emergency proclamation

Seattle City Council to vote on civil emergency proclamation  FOX 13 Seattle

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3 h. ago Seattle to vote on use of emergency funds for food subsidies

Seattle to vote on use of emergency funds for food subsidies  king5.com

Events

4 h. ago Election Day poses early political test for Trump amid lingering shutdown

Trump faces key political tests as voters head to polls in Virginia, New Jersey and NYC elections. Early measure of how Americans view his policies and leadership.

Politics

4 h. ago Judge says Trump administration must fund SNAP. And, what to know about NYC's election

Two judges have ordered the Trump administration to fund SNAP benefits. And, New York City voters head to the polls tomorrow to choose between Zohran Mamdani and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the mayoral race.

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5 h. ago Trump taps massive war chest to energize MAGA voters in final 2025 election push and more top headlines

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6 h. ago Republicans encourage voters to cast mail ballots, despite Trump's attacks

Republican activists are trying to rally voters behind the practice.

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6 h. ago Abortion is on the ballot in three US states, from supreme court to governor

Abortion is on the ballot in three US states, from supreme court to governor  The Guardian

Events

6 h. ago Archaeologists uncover massive stone ruins from ancient city that once rivaled Rome

Archaeologists recently discovered a massive 2,000-year-old stone basin in ancient Gabii, Italy, revealing early Roman public architecture from Rome's powerful rival city.

Politics

6 h. ago Alabama shooting suspect walks free on $60K bond as community demands he stay locked up

Alabama shooting suspect bonds out of jail despite attempted murder charges, sparking community outrage over $60,000 bond in Montgomery incident that left 14 victims.

Events

7 h. ago How Republicans are planning to win the 2026 midterms without Trump on the ballot

Republican candidates running in the 2026 midterm elections are ramping up for a campaign cycle in lockstep with President Donald Trump.

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7 h. ago Control of Tesla Is at Stake in Vote on Elon Musk’s Pay Plan

Mr. Musk’s supporters say he may quit if shareholders don’t approve a trillion-dollar package. Some investors say it’s excessive and would give him too much sway.

Technology

7 h. ago Democratic voters say California's Prop 50 gives them a way to 'counteract' Trump

Many voters told NPR they like that California's redistricting measure provides the Democratic-leaning state a rare opportunity to directly counteract President Trump and other Republicans.

Politics

7 h. ago In a fraught political moment, one woman finds comfort on her morning commute

In 2008, when banning same-sex marriage in California was put on the ballot, Kate Elsley's commute changed. Seeing signs supporting the ban became a reminder of what she might not be able to do.

Politics

9 h. ago N.J. Democrats Hope Early Vote Advantage Is Enough as Race Enters Last Days

As a close race for governor between Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli comes to a close, the two campaigns were reading the tea leaves and pulling out the stops.

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11 h. ago Stimulus Check 2025: Who Qualifies for the $1,000 Alaska Payment and When It Arrives

Stimulus Check 2025: Who Qualifies for the $1,000 Alaska Payment and When It Arrives  southerndigest.com

Economics

12 h. ago What’s on the ballot in the first general election since Donald Trump became president

What’s on the ballot in the first general election since Donald Trump became president  Toronto Star

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14 h. ago N.Y.C. Early Voting Ends With 735,000 Ballots Cast, as Younger Voters Surge

This year’s mayoral race saw the highest early in-person turnout ever for a nonpresidential election in New York.

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