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- 1New math app for kids uses an AI that is deliberately wrong●Show HN: Lathoa, a math app for kids where the AI is wrong on purpose
A new app called Lathoa is launching for children learning mathematics, built around an unusual teaching method: its AI assistant gives wrong answers on purpose. The idea is that kids learn better by spotting and correcting the AI's mistakes rather than passively accepting correct answers. The launch has drawn attention online, with readers debating whether intentional errors are an effective teaching tool or a confusing approach for young learners.
- 2NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day site gets a redesign●Whoa! APOD got a makeover with a new URL and updated look and feel on the site. New URL: https:// science.nasa.gov/apod/
NASA's long-running Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD) has been moved to a new address, https://science.nasa.gov/apod/, with an updated design and layout. Astronomy fans are spreading word of the change so readers can update their bookmarks, with many welcoming the refreshed look for a site that has served daily space imagery since 1995.
- 3America's Copper Hoard Stokes Fear of a Supply Crunch●America's Copper Hoard Stokes Fear of a Supply Crunch https://www.wsj.com/finance/commodities-futures/americas-copper-ho
The Wall Street Journal reports that stockpiling of copper in the United States is raising concerns about a possible global supply crunch. Large volumes of the metal are being pulled into American warehouses, tightening availability elsewhere and pushing up prices. Traders and industrial buyers are watching closely, as copper is essential for power grids, electronics and the energy transition, and shortages could ripple through manufacturing.
- 4Wildlife Conservancy and HOAs Plant Donated Native Species●Wildlife Conservancy, HOAs Begin Planting Donated Native Species
A wildlife conservancy has partnered with homeowners associations in Loudoun County to begin planting donated native species across community grounds. The effort aims to restore local habitat and support pollinators and wildlife in residential areas. It highlights a growing trend of neighborhoods using native landscaping to improve biodiversity and reduce maintenance.
- 5Neuroscientist Carl Hart's Drug Advocacy Draws Fresh Attention●Neuroscientist Dr. Carl Hart, who specializes in how psychoactive drugs affect humans, used to pop up everywhere. He was
Columbia University neuroscientist Carl Hart, known for arguing that drug policy is driven by fear rather than science, is being discussed again. Commentary recalls his high public profile advocating evidence-based drug reform, including his disclosure that he personally uses psychoactive substances, a stance that made him one of the most prominent figures in the drug policy debate.
- 6Nicolas Cage calls Marvel movies 'a glorified WWE'●Nicolas Cage calls Marvel movies ‘a glorified WWE’ with over-50s in ‘ridiculous outfits’ By Catherine Shoard Star of Spi
Nicolas Cage criticised Marvel films at a fan convention, calling them 'a glorified WWE' with over-50s actors in 'ridiculous outfits' endlessly preparing for superhero fight scenes. The star of Spider-Noir insisted he 'spoke with love', saying it pained him to see gifted actors repeatedly gearing up for such roles. His remarks have reignited debate over whether superhero blockbusters waste established dramatic talent.
- 7Bitcoin Hoards Crypto Liquidity, Altcoins Suffer●Bitcoin Is Hoarding Crypto Liquidity — and Altcoins Are Paying the Price
Bitcoin is absorbing the bulk of liquidity flowing into cryptocurrency markets, according to an Investing.com analysis, leaving altcoins starved of capital. The report argues that money concentrating in Bitcoin is draining trading volumes and momentum from smaller tokens, and traders are debating whether altcoins can recover or will keep underperforming while Bitcoin dominates market flows.