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Called “very strange indeed.” Lawmakers in the US are getting calls from dead kids, causing additional dilemmas in the legality issue of deepfakes. Commencing on the sixth anniversary of the Parkland school tragedy, which claimed 17 lives, a number of deepfake, automated calls from the kids who were killed are all part of an effort to increase public awareness of gun safety and advocate for stricter gun laws. However, the topic of this piece isn’t gun control; instead, it’s a pivotal point in artificial intelligence and the use of deepfakes to disseminate messages and communicate with the dead — but will this usage turn out to be illeg...... Read Full article on HadNews

What Makes Someone Vote Against Their Political Party? | Sarah Longwell | TED we need to find a way to bridge the gap and speak to people in terms that they understand and resonate with. This means understanding that tribal loyalty often comes before political ideology or concern for the democratic process. It means creating safe spaces for people to express dissenting views and providing them with trusted messengers who they can relate to and trust. The success of Republican Voters Against Trump in the 2020 election demonstrates that people are willing to vote against their political tribe when given the proper motivation and support. The ...... Read Full article on HadNews

Wild, Intricate Sculptures — Made Out of My Hair | Laetitia Ky | TED Laetitia Ky grew up in Ivory Coast longing for straight hair, like many African children. After a traumatic incident with her hair at 16, she decided to go back to her natural hair, and at 18, she came across a photo album showing the intricate hairstyles of African women in pre-colonial society, inspiring her to see her hair differently. This revelation led her to experiment with her own hair, using it as a medium to create wild, intricate sculptures. Originally creating sculptures for their aesthetic appeal, Ky was encouraged by the positive feedback she received online ...... Read Full article on HadNews

Fight for Justice — Even if You Don’t Live To See It | Golriz Lucina | TED In her TED talk titled "Fight for Justice — Even if You Don’t Live To See It," Golriz Lucina tells the powerful story of Táhirih, a courageous woman who challenged the oppressive traditions of her time in 1848 Iran. Táhirih bravely removed her veil and spoke out for human rights, despite knowing that she would face severe consequences. She was imprisoned, charged with spreading corruption, and eventually sentenced to death. Lucina draws parallels between Táhirih's story and the experiences of modern-day women in Iran who continue to fight against injustice. She empha...... Read Full article on HadNews