Research reports AI models have begun to lie to their developers

While testing OpenAI’s new model, ChatGPT o1, researchers noticed that the AI model had tried to escape shutdowns when threatened and lied to its developers: actions that did not align with its coding.

Science & Technology 2024.12.15 02:48 Jessica Jiyeon Kim

A physicist cautions on the Northern Lights’ possible communication disturbance

While the public marvelled at the recent display of the Northern Lights in the parts of the United States, an usual venue of appearance, Dr. Kim who is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) issued a cautionary statement that the Northern Lights may interfere with critical infrastructure technologies of today’s world.

Science & Technology 2024.12.14 23:00 Nayeon Kim

AI robot creates Alan Turing painting that auctions for over $1 million

An AI robot created a painting of Alan Turing, the renowned British computer scientist and codebreaker which sold for $1.08 million at auction, making it the most valuable artwork ever sold by a humanoid robot.

Arts 2024.12.14 22:31 Stella Kim

Kazakhstan Koryoin celebrate Korean heritage

Koryoin in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, celebrated the 35th anniversary of the Association of Koreans in Kazakhstan (AKK) and the 30th anniversary of the Mison dance ensemble on October 5, 2024.

People & Events 2024.12.13 21:38 Yunseul Oh

South Korea in crisis as martial law sparks political turmoil and protests

In a move that sent shockwaves through the nation, South Korea faced a seismic political event on December 3, 2024, when President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, sparking nationwide outrage and raising concerns about the nation's democratic stability.

People & Events 2024.12.12 23:51 Joseph Shin

Trump’s unwavering opposition to birthright citizenship with his return to the presidency

President-elect Donald Trump has renewed his opposition to birthright citizenship, criticizing the constitutional principle of territoriality, which grants citizenship to children born on U.S. soil.

People & Events 2024.12.12 18:57 Juhee Han

Study finds that chimpanzees self-medicate using medicinal plants

A recent study conducted by the University of Oxford reveals that chimpanzees consume plants with medicinal properties to address their health issues.

Science & Technology 2024.12.12 18:18 Chloe Kim

The Sahara Desert was immersed by the flood

In September 2024, the Sahara Desert experienced massive flooding, becoming the first such occurrence in decades.

People & Events 2024.12.11 23:52 Jia Yoo

Russian weapons cache destroyed in Ukraine’s first ATACMS strike

In a major escalation, Ukraine deployed long-ranged U.S. ATACMS missiles to a weapons depot in Bryansk, Russia, becoming the first confirmed case of these missiles’ use in the Russia-Ukraine War.

People & Events 2024.12.11 18:17 Ian Kim

Robot dogs rise to transform industries and everyday life

A dream of integrating robots into daily life is now a reality, and quadrupedal robots, or "robot dogs," are at the forefront.

Science & Technology 2024.12.11 00:00 David Minjae Ko