Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

The pool renovation industry is facing a massive disruption. For decades, the only way to enjoy a continuous swimming experience at home was to install a permanent ...

Late Wednesday, X Safety confirmed that Grok was tweaked to stop undressing images of people without their consent. “We have implemented technological measures to prevent the Grok account from ...