AI more likely to recommend death penalty when defendant writes in African American English

New research shows that artificial intelligence chatbots are more likely to recommend the death penalty when a person writes in African American English (AAE) compared to Standard American English. AI AAE speakers are also more likely to be matched with less prestigious jobs.African American English is commonly spoken by African Americans and Canadians. paperThis study, … Read more

Navi Mumbai woman injured in acid attack; husband booked

Last updated: February 11, 2024 15:21 US Standard Time Navi Mumbai police have registered a case against a man for allegedly throwing acid on his wife after an argument, an official said on Sunday. The police on Saturday registered a case under Section 326(a) (causing grievous hurt by use of acid) of the Indian Penal … Read more

Woman claims co-passenger on SpiceJet flight engaged in ‘inappropriate behavior’, defendant apologizes

Last updated: February 4, 2024 15:49 UTC A woman on board a SpiceJet flight alleged that a male passenger misbehaved with her, a SpiceJet spokesperson said on Sunday. The flight was bound for Bagdogra in West Bengal. A spokesperson for the airline said that after receiving the complaint, the crew adjusted the male passenger’s seat. … Read more