The environmental footprint of A.I. and data centers is under increasing scrutiny. Concerns over rising electricity demand, water use and the carbon cost of compute now dominate headlines and policy discussions. Yet a deeper, data-driven look reveals a far more nuanced—and more promising—story: A.I. and data centers can indeed coexist with climate goals and will,…
By Nicole Hvidsten, The Minnesota Star Tribune This time of year, it’s hard not to succumb to the cozy flavors of fall. Pumpkin spice infuses everything from lattes to cereal, apples are everywhere and cinnamon and cardamom permeate both professional and home kitchens. Related Articles Raise a glass to the heady drinks of fall Thanksgiving…
It’s deep fall. You can’t fake your way through a margarita or bottle of rosé once the chill of November sets in. What you can do is dive into the spice, syrup, and toasty warmth of fall brews and booze. Because New England owns fall flavors, this guide to autumnal libations leans hard into local…
Human gambling addiction has long been marked by behaviors like the illusion of control, the belief that a win will come after a losing streak, and attempts to recover losses by continuing to bet. Such irrational actions can also appear in A.I. models, according to a new study from researchers at South Korea’s Gwangju Institute…
Like many other A.I. startups, Sakana AI is pursuing technology that can reason, self-improve and aid scientific research. But where the Tokyo-based venture stands apart from most of the world’s model developers is in its focus on designing products specifically for Japanese society, language and industries. Investors are thrilled about the idea. Sakana announced today…
Dorie Greenspan is a James Beard Award-winning author of more than a dozen cookbooks whose latest production, 2025’s “Dorie’s Anytime Cakes,” is a homage to simple but show-stopping baked treats. Related Articles Thanksgiving for all: Diabetic-friendly pumpkin pie with maple-ginger crust Thanksgiving for all: Gluten-free pull-apart dinner rolls that retain their chewy texture Thanksgiving for…
Dessert is often the most anticipated course of the holidays. But with all that caloric excess – a cup of sugar here, a pint of whipped cream there – where does that leave people with diabetes? In this recipe, the American Diabetes Association gives a healthy spin to a Thanksgiving classic, pumpkin pie. It relies…
It sounds obvious, but the key to making gluten-free, pull-apart dinner rolls that can appease everybody at Thanksgiving dinner is to create a roll that actually, you know, pulls apart. After trying and trying, Jules Shepard figured out how to do it. The secret ingredient? Potato flakes. “There’s something telltale about those dinner rolls,” said…
Chef Pyet DeSpain, winner of the first season of Gordon Ramsay’s “Next Level Chef,” is releasing a new cookbook, “Rooted in Fire,” on Nov. 18, showcasing recipes inspired by her background as a Native American and member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi tribe and as a Mexican American. In its pages, she describes growing up…
Alaska-based cookbook author Danielle Lima shares this recipe for a higher-protein, lower-calorie cranberry dip — with a bit of a kick. Use this to zest up your Thanksgiving appetizer spread and satisfy both your high-protein and gluten-free visitors. To keep the appetizer gluten-free, serve with sliced vegetables or gluten-free crackers. Cranberry Jalapeño Dip Serves 10…
