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Game theory helps SETI search for alien civilizations

The search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI) is mostly concerned with where to look for technosignatures from another civilization. Between 2012 and 2015, SETI's Project Phoenix targeted about 1,000 sun-like stars for signs of intelligent life. But where to look might

Chatbots might be coming to Apple’s HomeView

Code in the iOS 27.3 beta suggests that Apple could add support for chatbots to its smart home hub. There's a flag listed for a "Conversational Apps" category. While there are no details about what apps would fall under that heading, it seems reasonable that AI chatbots like

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Three ways the new Congress can stop Trump’s war

Following Democratic victories in the midterm elections driven by opposition to the Iran war, the incoming Congress plans to utilize its power of the purse, potential impeachment proceedings against the Defense secretary, and litigation to force the Trump administration to end

How to Watch Trump’s ’60 Minutes’ Interview Online

President Donald Trump is set to appear on Sunday’s edition of “60 Minutes” for his first in-depth interview since Republicans suffered sweeping losses in Tuesday’s midterm elections. The president is scheduled to sit down with CBS News correspondent Ross Douthat on Friday,

Talarico makes 'Saturday Night Live' appearance after Texas win

Sen.-elect James Talarico (D-Texas) made an appearance on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) over the weekend following his historic win in the Lone Star State in Tuesday’s elections. The sketch — called the “Post-Midterm Cold Open” — featured two cast members dressed as Rep. Hakeem