Month: April 2023

Kids judge Alexa smarter than Roomba, but say both deserve kindness

Most kids know it’s wrong to yell or hit someone, but what if that someone is a robot named Alexa? A new study asked kids how smart and sensitive they thought the virtual assistant was compared to a robotic vacuum. Four- to eleven-year-olds rated Alexa as more intelligent than the Roomba but felt neither deserve […]

Published on April 10, 2023

Some States Stockpile Abortion Pill After Court Ruling

A number of states, primarily led by Democratic governors, are taking proactive measures to stockpile medication abortion supplies. With concerns over a court ruling that may limit access to this commonly used method of abortion, states like Massachusetts are purchasing sufficient doses to ensure continued availability. This preemptive action can be likened to stocking up […]

Published on April 10, 2023

Risk for Birth Complications Depends on Where You Live

Just like a city’s infrastructure affects how smoothly traffic flows, a woman’s location in the United States can determine her risk of experiencing severe maternal complications during childbirth. Researchers examining Medicaid data have discovered that where a woman lives, along with her race or ethnicity, plays a significant role in her likelihood of facing these […]

Published on April 10, 2023