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Comment I pay for GPT4 and use it for 80% of my searches. (Score 5, Insightful) 46

I rarely use Google any more. Using GPT4 is the equivalent of a focused, conversational search. It is trained on about the same data from the web, but I don't have to scan through pages of results and websites to assess the veracity and relevance for my purpose. Indeed, if it is a code-related query for even a mildly popular language, it can provide results in a customized code response, which is more than what Google can do. And it does it without any ads or distracting page formatting, and provides accurate links and citations so I can jump to the original page should I want to read more.

All in all, I think Google is trying to stem the tide away from other LLMs siphoning off users away from Google while still maintaining their current user base, and I frankly don't think they will be able to do - their day in the sun is ending and the dawn of the LLMs has begun.

Submission + - A Gigantic Ocean Discovered 700km Beneath The Earth's Surface (www.wecb.fm) 2

Press2ToContinue writes: Imagine the vast expanse of the world’s oceans. Now, picture an underwater realm three times that size, not across the globe’s surface, but tucked away deep beneath it, at a depth of 700 kilometers. This isn’t the plot of a sci-fi novel but the startling discovery made by a team of scientists, unraveling the mysteries of our planet’s water origins.

The quest to pinpoint the origins of Earth’s water has led researchers to a monumental find—a colossal ocean ensconced within the Earth’s mantle, over 700 kilometers below the surface. This hidden ocean, concealed within a blue rock known as ringwoodite, challenges our understanding of where Earth’s water came from. The size of this subterranean sea is so vast that it triples the volume of all the planet’s surface oceans combined.

This discovery not only fascinates with its scale but also proposes a new theory about Earth’s water cycle. It suggests that instead of arriving via comet impacts, as some theories have posited, Earth’s oceans may have slowly seeped out from its very core.

Comment I think TikTok's rollout of its STEM feed (Score -1) 13

in Europe is a strategic move. It uses responsible content curation using partnerships with Common Sense Networks and Poynter. It seems like a win-win: it addresses parental and societal concerns about screen time by making it educational, and leverages the appeal of TikTok's format to inspire interest in STEM with young people. The reported engagement statistics from the U.S. are promising - this could significantly enhance how digital platforms are used for education. I'm particularly impressed by the approach to content validation, which is crucial for maintaining trust and accuracy in educational material.

Comment The recent surge in record-breaking temperatures (Score 3, Insightful) 91

across Europe, Asia, and other parts of the globe underscores the urgency of addressing climate change. Each month seemingly brings a new milestone in warmth, with March poised to become the tenth consecutive month to set high temperature records. The widespread heat over the weekend, particularly in Europe where many nations experienced unprecedented warmth for March, serves as a stark reminder of the impact of human activity on our planet's climate.

The link between human-caused climate change, fueled by the burning of fossil fuels, and the rising temperatures is undeniable. Additionally, the influence of the El Niño climate pattern exacerbates these conditions, amplifying the already concerning trends. What's particularly alarming is how quickly these changes are manifesting, with temperatures soaring to summer-like levels even in early spring.

These worrying signs demand urgent action on a global scale. It's imperative that governments, industries, and individuals come together to implement sustainable practices, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and invest in renewable energy sources. Only through concerted efforts can we hope to mitigate the impacts of climate change and safeguard the future of our planet for generations to come.

Comment Disney has lost their identity. (Score 1) 78

As a brand, it was all sunshine and lollipops. Idealism, joy, bliss. Everything that real life wasn't. It was an escape from reality.
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Then came the "make it lame and gay."

No wonder they're losing money. I'm gay, and even I don't want to watch that shit. I still want sunshine and lollipops and an idealistic escape. Fuck you Disney. You get what you deserve.

Submission + - FBI Agent Says He Hassles People 'Every Day, All Day Long' Over Facebook Posts (reason.com) 1

schwit1 writes: The FBI spends "every day, all day long" interrogating people over their Facebook posts. At least, that's what agents told Stillwater, Oklahoma, resident Rolla Abdeljawad when they showed up at her house to ask her about her social media activity.

Three FBI agents came to Abdeljawad's house and said that they had been given "screenshots" of her posts by Facebook. Her lawyer Hassan Shibly posted a video of the incident online on Wednesday.

Abdeljawad told agents that she didn't want to talk and asked them to show their badges on camera, which the agents refused to do. She wrote on Facebook that she later confirmed with local police that the FBI agents really were FBI agents.

"Facebook gave us a couple of screenshots of your account," one agent in a gray shirt said in the video.

"So we no longer live in a free country and we can't say what we want?" replied Abdeljawad.

"No, we totally do. That's why we're not here to arrest you or anything," a second agent in a red shirt added. "We do this every day, all day long. It's just an effort to keep everybody safe and make sure nobody has any ill will."

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