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Special Edition: AI Chatbots May Change Everything Mar 04, 2023

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It seems everyone is talking about the artificial intelligence chatbot Chat GPT. It launched a few months ago and versions of it are now being used by companies like Microsoft and Snapchat. Other companies and individuals all over the world are figuring out if, how and when to incorporate this type of tech into what they do.

What does all this mean for us now and in the future? Today, we're talking about how the chatbots actually work, why there have been reports of very strange responses, and how this technology could be used later on for convenience and productivity – or – destruction and, not to be dramatic, but… the downfall of society.

Here to explain it all is award-winning computer scientist: Kentaro Toyama. He is the W.K. Kellogg Professor of Community Information at the University of Michigan School of Information, a fellow of the Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values at MIT, and author of "Geek Heresy: Rescuing Social Change from the Cult of Technology." One of his research focuses is human-computer interaction.

Kentaro Toyama's published research

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Severe Weather Outbreak, Ohioans Confront Railroad & Phones of the Future- Friday, March 3, 2023 Mar 03, 2023

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The news to know for Friday, March 3, 2023!

We'll update you about the severe weather that pummeled the south last night and how storms earlier this week had a positive effect on the west coast.

Also, we'll tell you about the outcome of a high-profile murder trial and an investigation into an embattled congressman.

Plus, the goals for a new team of astronauts in space, the future of phones, cars, AI, and more unveiled this week, and who's listed as 2023's women of the year.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Insulin Price Cut, Football Star Arrested & TikTok Limits Teens- Thursday, March 2, 2023 Mar 02, 2023

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The news to know for Thursday, March 2, 2023!

We'll tell you about a major change the the price of a life-saving drug that millions of Americans use every day.

Also, what a new report says about the bizarre syndrome impacting American diplomats that no one has been able to figure out for years now.

Plus, why the top NFL draft prospect is facing criminal charges, an update in the drama between Harry, Meghan, and the rest of the royal family, and new limits on TikTok for kids.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Afghan Withdrawal Report, First RSV Vaccine? & Dictionary's New Words- Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Mar 01, 2023

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The news to know for Wednesday, March 1, 2023!

We'll tell you what a new report says led up to the collapse of the Afghan government, despite the U.S. spending decades and billions of dollars to build it up.

Also, a big step toward getting an RSV vaccine on the market and some concerning new findings about a popular sugar substitute.

Plus, what some major credit card companies are saying about crypto, what a new study found are the highest and lowest-paying college majors, and which new words were added to the dictionary.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Another Surprise Trip, DeSantis Ends Disney District & 'My AI' on Snapchat- Tuesday, February 28, 2023 Feb 28, 2023

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The news to know for Tuesday, February 28, 2023!

What to know about another top official's visit to Ukraine and how the U.S. is cracking down on the growing issue of child labor.

Also, it could be the final test for the student loan debt relief program. We'll tell you what legal arguments the Supreme Court is going to consider today.

Plus, another day of wild weather from coast to coast, what's next for Disney World now that Florida's government has more control, and how users will be able to use a new AI chatbot on Snapchat.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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'Lab Leak' Likely, Ohio Health Checks & 'Dilbert' Dropped- Monday, February 27, 2023 Feb 27, 2023

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The news to know for Monday, February 27, 2023!

We'll tell you which American agency now thinks the "lab leak" theory is the most likely cause of the pandemic and why there's a hold-up on a new at-home Covid-19 test that also checks for the flu.

Also, there's new data about Americans stepping up to help Ukrainians coming to the U.S.

Plus, a well-known comic strip is being pulled from newspapers nationwide, what to expect from one of the tech industry's biggest events of the year, and which movie won big at last night's unusual SAG Awards.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Special Edition: One Year of War - What's Next? Feb 25, 2023

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It's been one year since Russia first invaded Ukraine. What's changed in that time, what's expected next, and what role does America's support play in all of it?

Later, I'll speak with Dalibor Rohac. He's a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, which is a center-right think tank. He shares his take on whether Russia would really use nuclear weapons. Plus, what he thinks it will take to end the fighting and why the outcome impacts the United States.

But first, we're getting a sense of the mood and the conditions on the ground in Ukraine from an American volunteer and veteran. Dane Miller is the chief logistics officer and director of operations for Volunteers for Ukraine, an American organization that has been providing humanitarian aid to Ukraine since last year.

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Day 365 of War, Adderall Shortage & Sports on Streaming- Friday, February 24, 2023 Feb 24, 2023

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The news to know for Friday, February 24, 2023!

We'll update you about the war in Ukraine one year since Russia invaded: how the U.S. and the world are marking the milestone.

Also, a new report reveals details about what happened in the moments before a toxic train derailment in Ohio.

Plus, a shortage of a popular prescription drug, a car partnering with Google to bring YouTube to your dashboard, and this season of Major League Soccer will be different than in years past.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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Record Weather, Malcolm X Lawsuit & Chatbots Go Mobile - Thursday, February 23, 2023 Feb 23, 2023

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The news to know for Thursday, February 23, 2023!

We'll tell you about a massive snowstorm and heatwave hitting the U.S. at the same time.

Also, there's a new development in a case that's been shrouded in mystery since the 1960s: the assassination of Malcolm X.

Plus, a warning about certain eye drops to avoid, new places where you can expect to see Bing's AI-powered chatbot, and an upcoming collaboration that will bring superstar rivals together.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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'Bitter Days Ahead', Wild Winter Weather & Oil-Infused Coffee- Wednesday, February 22, 2023 Feb 22, 2023

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The news to know for Wednesday, February 22, 2023!

We'll tell you about two leaders with opposite visions for the world's future, drawing battle lines in eastern Europe.

Also, there's a controversial new policy for the U.S.-Mexico border, and a monster winter storm is stretching across 2,600 miles of the country.

Plus, one American city approved a first-of-its-kind discrimination law, results are in from companies testing out a four-day workweek, and how do you feel about oil in your coffee? A new Starbucks drink is coming.

Those stories and more news to know in around 10 minutes!

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