A new study suggests that artificial intelligence may intensify work for some employees, while researchers also explore ways to protect websites from AI scraping and the potential for a world without the flu. These findings come amidst ongoing research into ape cognition and the importance of basic self-care, according to multiple news sources.
A study of 200 employees at a U.S.-based technology company, conducted from April to December 2025, revealed that AI can lead to a more exhausting work environment. "The productivity boost these things can provide is exhausting," reported Aruna Ranganathan and Xingqi Maggie Ye from the Berkeley Haas School of Business in the Harvard Business Review. Workers managed multiple active threads simultaneously, such as writing code while AI generated alternative versions, which led to a new rhythm of work.
Meanwhile, website administrators are implementing measures to combat AI scraping. One such measure, Anubis, uses a Proof-of-Work scheme to deter AI companies from aggressively scraping websites, according to Hacker News. This approach aims to make scraping more expensive, potentially reducing downtime and protecting website resources. The ultimate goal is to identify and manage headless browsers.
In other news, research continues to explore the potential for a world without the flu. This year's flu season is proving to be challenging, with less than half of adults receiving a flu shot, according to Vox. Progress is being made toward a universal flu vaccine, suggesting a future where the flu may be eradicated.
Furthermore, a study of a bonobo named Kanzi, who died in 2025 at the age of 44, shows apes may play make believe, according to NPR. Kanzi, whose favorite food was onions and favorite game was chase, demonstrated remarkable cognitive abilities.
Finally, the importance of basic self-care, such as staying hydrated, is highlighted in a Time article. According to Jodi Stookey, a nutrition epidemiologist at the San Francisco Department of Public Health, "Nothing happens in your body without water playing a role in it." The article noted that 24% of older adults in the U.S. are at least a little dehydrated.
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