Character.AI announced on Tuesday that it’s launching “Stories,” a new format that allows users to create interactive fiction that features their favorite characters. The feature comes as an ...

When you chat with someone on Roblox, do you really know who you’re talking to? Unless you stick to playing with your classmates and friends, the answer is probably no. That’s been a huge concern as ...

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OpenAI has announced that it's changing how ChatGPT's Voice mode works on the web and inside the company's app. As part of an update, you can interact with ChatGPT Voice directly within your ongoing ...

It’s no secret that social media apps can be habit forming and hard to put down. That’s why, for years now, platforms like TikTok and Instagram have faced a lot of pressure to make their apps ...

Microsoft warned users that Windows 11 updates released since August may cause the password sign-in option to disappear from the lock screen options, even though the button remains functional. On ...

Since the launch of the Crossword in 1942, The Times has captivated solvers by providing engaging word and logic games. In 2014, we introduced the Mini Crossword — followed by Spelling Bee, Letter ...

Sam Shepard wasn’t born a cowboy. The actor and writer made himself into one. The dusty blue jeans, cattle drives, and folksy drawl suited his taciturn profile, giving Reagan-era America someone ...

Imagine it's Christmas Eve in Norway, and while most families are busy wrapping presents and preparing their holiday feast, some households still remember to complete one peculiar task. They're ...

In the battle to improve the capabilities of artificial intelligence, Google and OpenAI have both released new versions of their flagship chatbots: Gemini 3 and GPT-5.1. Google calls Gemini 3 its ...

If you rely on disposable plastic serving utensils during your holiday parties, you may be causing more harm than good to your guests. That plastic spoon you're placing in the punchbowl may contain ...